Saint-Saëns & Beethoven

Luigi Piovano – Conductor & Cellist


Programme:


Camille Saint-Saëns – Cello Concerto No. 1 in A minor, Op. 33
Gioachino Rossini – L’italiana in Algeri, Sinfonia
Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93

Renowned Italian cellist and conductor Luigi Piovano leads the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra in a programme brimming with elegance and energy, taking on the dual role. Piovano brings his artistry to Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto No. 1, a masterpiece cherished for its seamless blend of virtuosity and lyrical beauty.

Rossini’s overture to L’italiana in Algeri bursts with playful charm, captivating listeners with its vibrant melodies and rhythmic flair. The evening concludes with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, a spirited and refined work that, while less widely known than some of his other symphonies, radiates joy and showcases his unmistakable genius.


📅 Date: 30th May 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 09:30 PM
📍 Venue: Teatru Manoel
🎫 Tickets: https://booking.teatrumanoel.mt/websales/show/139319

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