Masterworks · Season Opener

Beethoven & the “Emperor”

Kevin Rhodes conducts Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, and returning favorite Sean Chen plays the “Emperor” Piano Concerto.Symphony No. 7 and the “Emperor” Concerto with pianist Sean Chen.
Sunday, October 25 · 3:00 pm · Corson AuditoriumSun, Oct 25 · 3 pm

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Beethoven: Symphony 7 and the Emperor Concerto, October 25
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