The 2024-2025 season of the Royal Seville Symphony Orchestra offers a diverse and thrilling program, ranging from timeless classics to the most prominent contemporary voices. The season will open in September with Carl Orff’s spectacular Carmina Burana and conclude in July with Ludwig van Beethoven’s iconic Ninth Symphony.
Throughout the cycle, centuries of musical history will be explored, featuring works from Classicism, Romanticism, and Modernity, alongside a special tribute to Spanish music and composers from Latin America and other cultures.
Highlights of the Subscription:
- Season Opening and Closing:
- Carl Orff's Carmina Burana (September).
- Beethoven's Ninth Symphony (July).
- Spanish Music:
- Manuel de Falla's Nights in the Gardens of Spain.
- Joaquin Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez and Concierto andaluz.
- Latin America (Program No. 7 in the Subscription):
- Works by Inocencio Carreño, Pacho Flores, Paquito D’Rivera, and Silvestre Revueltas.
- Contemporary Premieres:
- The Seven Hermetic Principles by Daahoud Salim.
- Ariel by Noelia Lobato.
The Unmatched Beauty of the 19th Century
The 19th century offers a vast repertoire that reflects the richness of Classicism and Romanticism. Beethoven, in addition to his monumental Ninth Symphony, will be represented by his vibrant Symphony No. 2, while Mozart will showcase the delicacy and refinement of his Violin Concerto No. 3. Schumann brings deep emotion with his Cello Concerto, and Liszt captivates the audience with the drama of Les Préludes and the technical brilliance of his Piano Concerto No. 2. Meanwhile, Tchaikovsky and Bruckner enrich this journey with their majestic Sixth Symphonies, offering two unique yet equally passionate interpretations of the Romantic spirit.
- Ludwig van Beethoven:
- Symphony No. 2: Energy and vitality.
- Ninth Symphony: A universal icon of romanticism.
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart:
- Violin Concerto No. 3: Elegance and delicacy.
- Robert Schumann:
- Cello Concerto: Intense romantic depth.
- Franz Liszt:
- Les Préludes: Drama and intense emotions.
- Piano Concerto No. 2: Technical brilliance and virtuosity.
- P. I. Chaikóvski y A. Bruckner:
- Sixth Symphonies: Two passionate and contrasting visions of the romantic spirit at its peak.
The Unstoppable Vanguard of the 20th Century
The 20th century opens up a musical landscape filled with innovation, deep emotions, and an unprecedented richness of sound. Mahler, with his introspective Fourth Symphony, invites reflection and exploration of the complexity of the human experience. Meanwhile, Stravinsky revolutionizes musical language with Petrushka and The Rite of Spring, works that push innovation to the extreme and make the music feel visceral and transformative.
The intensity continues with Bartók and his Piano Concerto No. 1, where energy and virtuosity combine for a unique experience. Britten, with his striking Sinfonia da Requiem, uses music as a powerful vehicle for memory and emotion. Finally, the Nordic airs of Nielsen and Sibelius, reflected in their Flute and Violin Concertos, transport the listener to soundscapes filled with beauty and melancholy, evoking endless horizons and the serenity of the Northern Lights.
- Gustav Mahler:
- Symphony No. 4: Truly descriptive music with unique and introspective nuances.
- Ígor Stravinski:
- Petrushka: Radical innovation.
- The Rite of Spring: A visceral and transformative experience.
- Bela Bartók:
- Piano Concerto No. 1: Energy and virtuosity.
- Benjamin Britten:
- Sinfonia da Requiem: Music as memory and emotion.
- Carl Nielsen:
- Flute Concerto: Melodic beauty and melancholy.
- Jean Sibelius:
- Violin Concerto: Soundscapes of great depth.
Thematic Programs: From Hungary to Latin America
Subscription No. 5, dedicated to the Hungarian Program, offers a journey through the rich and diverse musical landscape of a region that has left an indelible mark on the history of classical music. Works by composers such as Liszt, Bartók, and Ligeti reveal the emotional intensity and technical virtuosity that define this tradition, in a program full of character and depth.
On the other hand, Subscription No. 7 transports us to the vitality and vibrant colors of Latin America. From the sensitivity of Inocencio Carreño and Pacho Flores (Venezuela), to the contagious rhythms of Paquito D'Rivera (Cuba), and the expressive power of Silvestre Revueltas (Mexico), these works connect us to a culture rich in passion and life. The performance of Pacho Flores, as a trumpeter and composer, will be one of the highlights of the season.
- Subscription No. 5: Hungarian Program
- Franz Liszt.
- Béla Bartók.
- György Ligeti
- Subscription No. 7: Latin America
- Inocencio Carreño (Venezuela)
- Pacho Flores (Venezuela)
- Paquito D’Rivera (Cuba)
- Silvestre Revueltas (México)
The Enchantment of Spanish Music
Spanish music holds a prominent place with two essential composers. Manuel de Falla envelops us with his atmospheric Nights in the Gardens of Spain, while Joaquín Rodrigo gifts us two masterpieces: the iconic Concierto de Aranjuez and the captivating Concierto Andaluz, a gem for four solo guitars.
- Manuel de Falla: Nights in the Gardens of Spain.
- Joaquín Rodrigo:
- Concierto de Aranjuez
- Concierto Andaluz
The Inestimable Importance of Contemporary Music
In contemporary premieres, The Seven Hermetic Principles by Daahoud Salim stands out as a world premiere, alongside Ariel by Noelia Lobato Montoya, composed in 2015. These pieces highlight the orchestra's commitment to contemporary creation and its openness to new musical languages. Additionally, the music of Sofía Gubaidulina, a living icon of contemporary music, will be featured, with her works continuing to challenge and move audiences at the age of 92.
- Daahoud Salim: The Seven Hermetic Principles
- Noelia Lobato Montoya: Ariel
- Sofía Gubaidulina
A Cinematic Finale
The season will conclude with a special concert dedicated to film music, a light and evocative event that will serve as the perfect farewell to the summer.
With this rich and carefully curated program, the Grand Symphonic Cycle Subscription reaffirms its commitment to artistic excellence, offering the audience a memorable season that masterfully combines tradition, innovation, and cultural diversity.
GRAND SYMPHONIC CYCLE SUBSCRIPTION: RENEWAL AND SALE
Exclusive Discount
- 40% discount on the price of single tickets.
Subscription Details
- Location: Teatro de la Maestranza.
- Duration: 13 programs, from September 2024 to July 2025.
- Schedule: Thursdays and Fridays (preferably), at 8:00 PM.
Subscription Renewal and Sale Dates:
- Renewal of Existing Subscriptions:
- Dates: From June 10 to July 5, 2024.
- Seats reserved exclusively for subscribers of the 2023/2024 season.
- Sale of New Subscriptions:
- Phase 1: From June 10 to July 5, 2024.
- Available seats, respecting those occupied by current subscribers.
- Phase 2: From July 10 to July 26, 2024.
- Full opening of the seating capacity.
- Phase 3: From September 5 to September 13, 2024.
- Sale of all available seating continues.
- Phase 1: From June 10 to July 5, 2024.
Renewal and Purchase Options:
- By Phone:
- Phone: (+34) 954 56 16 69.
- Hours: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
- In-Site:
- Location: Box Office of the Teatro de la Maestranza (Paseo Cristóbal Colón, No. 22, Seville).
- Hours: According to the official schedule of the theater (check the website for details).
Note: In case of phone renewal or purchase, tickets can be picked up at the Teatro de la Maestranza box office starting September 9 and up to two days before the first concert of the subscription.
Payment Methods:
- In-Site Purchase:
- Cash.
- Credit card (VISA or MasterCard/4B), in a single payment.
- Phone Purchase:
- Only with credit card (VISA or MasterCard/4B), in a single payment.