BBC Proms 2016, Prom 59 - Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra - Beethoven
The Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, conducted by Herbert Blomstedt, play Beethoven's Symphony No 7 and, with András Schiff, the Piano Concerto No 5.
Live from the Royal Albert Hall
Beethoven: Overture 'Leonore' No 2
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No 5 in E flat major, 'Emperor'
Schubert Impromptu in E flat, D899 (encore)
Beethoven: Symphony No 7 in A major
Beethoven: Overture 'Leonore' No 2 (encore)
András Schiff, piano
Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra
Herbert Blomstedt, conductor
Tonight's all-Beethoven Prom culminates in the composer's most fascinating and bold symphony, a piece shaped by irresistible rhythmic drive, whether in the inevitable tread of its slow march or the propulsive energy of its outer movements.
One of the world's oldest orchestras, along with one of its closest collaborators,...
The Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, conducted by Herbert Blomstedt, play Beethoven's Symphony No 7 and, with András Schiff, the Piano Concerto No 5.
Live from the Royal Albert Hall
Beethoven: Overture 'Leonore' No 2
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No 5 in E flat major, 'Emperor'
Schubert Impromptu in E flat, D899 (encore)
Beethoven: Symphony No 7 in A major
Beethoven: Overture 'Leonore' No 2 (encore)
András Schiff, piano
Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra
Herbert Blomstedt, conductor
Tonight's all-Beethoven Prom culminates in the composer's most fascinating and bold symphony, a piece shaped by irresistible rhythmic drive, whether in the inevitable tread of its slow march or the propulsive energy of its outer movements.
One of the world's oldest orchestras, along with one of its closest collaborators,...