Dudamel, Beethoven’s Fifth & Corigliano
About This Event
Gustavo Dudamel leads a program at David Geffen Hall that pairs Beethoven’s Fifth with music by John Corigliano. Dudamel’s leadership of major orchestras and Corigliano’s status as a Pulitzer- and Academy Award–winning composer frame the evening as an encounter between Beethoven’s central symphonic repertory and contemporary American composition.
About Symphony No. 5(symphony)
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Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 (1804–08) distills conflict into a four-movement arc that moves from C minor severity toward a hard-won C major close. Its opening motif, pared to essentials, became a cultural shorthand for pressure and persistence. New York has lived with this piece for more than a century, from early Carnegie Hall seasons to its role as repertory bedrock for the city’s major orchestras. In this program at David Geffen Hall and NJPAC, Gustavo Dudamel places it alongside John Corigliano, setting a classical monument against a modern, historically specific response.
About the Artists
Gustavo Dudamel
Gustavo Dudamel is a Venezuelan conductor and violinist, recognized for his dynamic conducting style and leadership of major orchestras, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Ludwig van Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven, a monumental figure in the world of classical music, continues to captivate audiences with his timeless compositions, which range from the Classical era's elegance to the Romantic period's emotive depth.
John Corigliano
John Corigliano stands as a towering figure in contemporary classical music, captivating audiences with his emotive and innovative compositions. A frequent collaborator with the New York Philharmonic, Corigliano's works have resonated through the halls of the iconic David Geffen Hall, a testament to his deep connection with New York City's vibrant cultural tapestry.