Event Details

Discover powerful orchestral masterworks from across times and contexts, presented by the YST Orchestral Institute under the baton of Principal Conductor Jason Lai. 

The concert begins with South Korean composer Unsuk Chin’s subito con forza (suddenly with force), composed in honour of Beethoven’s 250th anniversary in 2020. The piece draws inspiration from his constant search for new directions and use of enormous contrasts, “from volcanic eruptions to extreme serenity”. 

Aptly, we then follow this homage with Beethoven’s Overture to Egmont, one of his most popular works conceived for the stage (for a Goethe tragedy), and an expression of triumphant martyrdom outshining tragedy. Concluding the evening is Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony, an emotional "tour de forza!" – one of the composer’s most beloved orchestral works, written after a deep depression after the premiere of his first symphony; a true celebration of artistry in the face of adversity.

FEATURING

YST Orchestral Institute
with
Jason Lai, Conductor

PROGRAMME

UNSUK CHIN   
subito con forza

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN   
Overture to Egmont

SERGEI RACHMANINOFF   
Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27
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Terms & Conditions

• Rating/Age Limit
  - Rating: General
  - No admission for infant in arms and children aged below 7 years old.
  - Children aged 7 and above must purchase a ticket for admission.
  - Admission is subject to tickets produced at the entrance
  
  
• Late Seating Advisory
  - You are strongly advised to be seated 30 minutes before the performance start time.
  - No admission will be allowed into the venue once the performance has commenced.
  - Exceptions may be made at venue's discretion depending on the nature of the performance.
• Photography / Video Recording Rules
  - Camera without flash is allowed for this event.