Beethoven’s anxiety about his declining hearing led him to write the famous Heiligenstadt Testament, which in turn inspired Russian composer Rodion Shchedrin to write an overture. Beethoven eventually overcame his anxiety and went on to write even greater works, such as the Eroica Symphony.
Come and see how the orchestra works to prepare the evenings concert. The open final rehearsals begin at 10 am and end at 1 pm. You may also leave at the break, which begins at 11.20 am. An introduction is given in the foyer of the Espoo Cultural Centre at 9.50 am. Admission free.
Presenter: Kimmo Korhonen. Admission free. Seats available on a first-come first-served basis..
The Friends of Tapiola Sinfonietta is interviewing Klaus Mäkelä. Admission free.
