The 2024-2025 season of the Royal Seville Symphony Orchestra offers a unique opportunity for young people to delve into the fascinating world of classical music. With a program ranging from great classics to contemporary voices, this subscription not only offers a very affordable price but also the chance to experience enriching and exciting cultural events that will shape their sensitivity and appreciation for art as adults.
The cycle begins in September with the impactful Carmina Burana by Carl Orff, a work full of energy that captivates from the very first bars. To close, in July, the legendary Ninth Symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven will mark the final touch with its powerful message of freedom and unity.
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.
Discovering the 19th Century
The 19th century will open a musical range full of emotion and richness, perfect for exploring the pillars of Classicism and Romanticism. Beethoven's music, in addition to his iconic Ninth Symphony, will shine with the energetic Symphony No. 2, while Mozart, who holds a whole sonic universe for you to discover, will do so with his Violin Concerto No. 3. The Romantic intensity will be deeply felt in Schumann's Cello Concerto, and Liszt will transport you to hidden emotions with the drama of The Preludes and the technical brilliance of his Second Piano Concerto. Meanwhile, Tchaikovsky and Bruckner will offer two contrasting but equally passionate perspectives of the Romantic spirit with their majestic Sixth Symphonies.
- 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 and A. Bruckner:
- Sixth Symphonies: Two passionate and contrasting visions of the romantic spirit at its peak.
The fascinating and avant-garde 20th Century
The 20th century invites you to explore a musical landscape filled with innovation, deep emotions, and unparalleled sonic richness. Mahler, with his introspective Fourth Symphony, will make you reflect and connect with the complexity of the human experience. Stravinsky, through the revolutionary Petrushka and The Rite of Spring, will push the boundaries of innovation, offering a visceral and groundbreaking musical experience.
The intensity continues with Bartók, whose Piano Concerto No. 1 combines energy and virtuosity, while Britten's Sinfonia da Requiem showcases the power of music as a vehicle for memory and emotion. Finally, the Nordic airs of Nielsen and Sibelius, with their flute and violin concertos, will transport you to soundscapes filled with beauty and melancholy, evoking images of northern lights and infinite horizons.
- 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, will take you on a journey to discover the musical richness and diversity of a region that has left an indelible mark on the history of classical music. Works by giants such as Liszt, Bartók, and Ligeti will showcase the technical and emotional strength that characterizes this tradition, in a journey full of intensity and virtuosity.
On the other hand, Subscription No. 7 will transport you to the vitality and colors of Latin America. From the sensitivity of Inocencio Carreño and Pacho Flores (Venezuela), through the vibrant rhythms of Paquito D’Rivera (Cuba), to the expressive power of Silvestre Revueltas (Mexico), these works will connect you with a culture full of passion and life. The performance of Pacho Flores, as a trumpeter and composer, will be one of the highlights of the season, showing how music transcends borders and speaks a universal language.
- 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 Magic of Spanish Music
In classical music, Spanish music stands out for its magic and unique character. Manuel de Falla captivates listeners with the evocative soundscapes of his Nights in the Gardens of Spain, while Joaquín Rodrigo contributes two unmistakable masterpieces: the iconic Concierto de Aranjuez and the enchanting Concierto Andaluz, a gem specially composed for four solo guitars.
- Manuel de Falla: Nights in the Gardens of Spain.
- Joaquín Rodrigo:
- Concierto de Aranjuez
- Concierto Andaluz
Exploring Contemporary Music
In the contemporary realm, you will experience something unique with the world premiere of The Seven Hermetic Principles by Daahoud Salim, a work whose freshness and modernity will connect you with the musical languages of our time. Ariel by Noelia Lobato Montoya, along with pieces by Sofia Gubaidulina, a groundbreaking living composer, will demonstrate how music continues to evolve and touch universal chords.
- Daahoud Salim: The Seven Hermetic Principles
- Noelia Lobato Montoya: Ariel
- Sofía Gubaidulina
A Cinematic Finale to the Season
The season will conclude with a special concert dedicated to film music, a light and immersive experience that will make you feel as if you were inside your favorite movies. This event will be the perfect soundtrack to close the summer, blending the grandeur of classical music with stories that have become a part of our lives.
You will discover how classical music becomes another protagonist on the big screen, transporting you to familiar emotions but with renewed intensity, as only a live orchestra can achieve. It is an opportunity to connect with the magic of cinema from an entirely new perspective.
With this rich and carefully curated program, the Grand Symphonic Cycle Subscription reaffirms its dedication to artistic excellence, offering young audiences 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.