Beethoven 1 and 2 — Naples Philharmonic Masterworks

Event Beethoven 1 and 2 Naples Philharmonic Masterworks Naples Philharmonic Alexander Shelley , artistic and music director Beethoven — Symphony No. 1 Beethoven — Symphony No. 2 The Naples Philharmonic joins the worldwide commemoration of the 200th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven's death, launching a concentrated journey through all nine of the composer's symphonies over two weeks in March. Led by Artistic and Music Director Alexander Shelley, the Naples Philharmonic starts at the beginning, with Beethoven's earliest symphonies. The program opens with the First Symphony, a youthful and energetic tribute to Haydn that demonstrates Beethoven's command of Classical form while already foreshadowing his eventual disruption of musical norms. His audacious and vibrant Second Symphony closes the program, bridging the Classical era with the first seeds of his revolutionary period to come. Prelude at 6:30pm Join the conductor before the performance for an insightful 30-minute prelude discussion about the program. Music and Museum All Masterworks tickets include same-day admission to The Baker Museum . Museum hours on day of performance: 10am-7:30pm. In addition, the doors to Hayes Hall will open 90 minutes prior to this performance. Arrive early to enjoy the exhibitions and light fare available at Heidi's Place . Performance Note Guest conductor Ruth Reinhardt, who was scheduled to lead Piazzolla Four Seasons , will not be able to join us for these performances as she prepares to welcome her first child. While we will miss her presence on the podium, in her stead, Artistic and Music Director Alexander Shelley will return to Hayes Hall on May 8 and 9 to lead the orchestra in its final Masterworks program of the season. --> The Artistic and Music Director position is generously endowed by Sharon and Timothy Ubben. The May 8 performance is generously sponsored by Roger and Kathy Marino. Tickets start at $29. -->