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Two worlds collide thrillingly: Beethoven in Vienna around 1800, entering his prime and out to impress both as a performer and composer.

Sibelius, 120 years later, deep in the Finnish countryside creating what would be some of his very last works. These are two composers closest to Joseph Swensen’s heart. He delivers full-blooded interpretations and pairing him with Paul Lewis, another great Beethovenian, is bound to be inspirational.

Beethoven: Overture, Coriolan
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No 2
Sibelius: Symphony No 6
Sibelius: Symphony No 7    

Joseph Swensen: Conductor
Paul Lewis: Piano

Conductor Insights: 6:30pm Joseph Swensen in conversation with Svend McEwan-Brown, a regular contributor to SCO programme notes.

Sibelius Symphonies Nos 6 & 7 conducted by Joseph Swensen