Fri 29 May 2026

• 19:30

  Seasons & Stories

  Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon

  Although less frequently performed that some of his other symphonies, Beethoven’s Second Symphony is a snapshot of Beethoven at his most humorous. Unpredictability and playfulness tally with a bold explosion of joy in this vividly contrasting symphony.

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  Although less frequently performed that some of his other symphonies, Beethoven’s Second Symphony is a snapshot of Beethoven at his most humorous. Unpredictability and playfulness tally with a bold explosion of joy in this vividly contrasting symphony.

  Programme

  • • • Marta Ptaszyńska
      • A Winter's Tale
    • • Robert Schumann
      • Cello Concerto in A minor
    • • Felix Mendelssohn
      • A Midsummer Night's Dream – overture
    • • Ludwig van Beethoven
      • Symphony No. 2 in D major

  Performers

  • BBC National Orchestra of Wales
  • Paweł Kapuła

    conductor
    conductor
  • Sterling Elliott

    cello
    cello

  Composers

  • Marta Ptaszyńska
  • Robert Schumann
  • Felix Mendelssohn
  • Ludwig van Beethoven

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