Vienna Symphony

Artists:

Vienna Symphony
Petr Popelka, conductor
Yuja Wang, piano

Pianist Yuja Wang is always full of surprises. Her upcoming performances at the Musikverein with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra - conducted by Chief Conductor Petr Popelka - are sure to astonish audiences, not least because she will perform not only the announced Samuel Barber Piano Concerto but also the solo part of Béla Bartók’s Piano Concerto No. 1. One thing is certain: it promises to be a real treat!

program

Béla Bartók

Konzert für Klavier und Orchester Nr. 1

Samuel Barber

Konzert für Klavier und Orchester, op. 38

– Pause –

Robert Schumann

Symphonie Nr. 2 C-Dur, op. 61

Place

The Vienna Musikverein, especially the Golden Hall, is one of the most renowned concert venues in the world. It was opened in 1870 and has been inspiring audiences with its breathtaking architecture and unique acoustics ever since. Famous for its impressive appearance with magnificent columns and richly decorated ceilings, the Golden Hall is the annual venue for the world-famous New Year's Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The acoustics are described by musicians and visitors alike as unrivalled and make every concert a magical experience in one of the most beautiful concert halls in the world.