NM Philharmonic: Early Beethoven

Na’Zir McFadden conductor
Anthony Ratinov piano

Beethoven Prometheus (Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus): Overture
Beethoven  Concerto, Piano, No. 3, Op. 37, c minor
Beethoven Symphony No. 2, Op. 36, D Major

The last NMPhil Coffee Concert of 2023/24 is sure to leave you excited for next season! Premiered in 1803 in Vienna and conducted by the composer himself, Beethoven’s second foray into the world of big, public symphonies combines his unique artistry with his humor, stated through various musical jokes in the Scherzo and Finale. This is one of the last works of Beethoven’s early period. The program—led by Na’Zir McFadden—also includes Anthony Ratinov performing Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 to lighten your early-spring morning.