Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius presented by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra tickets
About Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius
The MSO brings former Chief Conductor of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra Eva Ollikainen to Australia for the first time, to lead the MSO in a program containing both contemporary and classic Nordic works.
A notorious perfectionist and serial reviser, Sibelius himself conducted the premieres of three different versions (1915, 1916 & 1919) of his Symphony No.5. The end result is a symphony that is generally regarded to be one of the most uplifting and inspiring works in all symphonic repertoire. The music feels as if it grows organically, coming to life before an expansive, thrilling finale.
Järventausta’s eight-minute work was inspired by the dark forest view from the composer’s office window. A constant thrum of overlapping orchestral sounds depict the living, wild ecosystem that inhabits this opener.
South Korean star Inmo Yang joins to perform Bruch’s Violin Concerto. Just as Sibelius would, Bruch too agonised over and reworked this piece. He initially intended to title it a “Fantasy” and not “Concerto”, only doing so at legendary violinist Joseph Joachim’s insistence. We have Joachim to thank for really making this solo sing; it was he who refined many of the virtuosic passages throughout the piece.
Run time
1hr 45min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Categories
Start date
22nd July, 2027
End date
24th July, 2027
Venue
Hamer Hall | Arts Centre Melbourne
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. An Assistive Hearing system is available. Assistance Animals are welcome in all areas of Arts Centre Melbourne and water bowls are available on request.
Directions
BY TRAIN: The closest train station is Flinders Street Station. Exit the station onto Swanston Street, turn your back on the city and walk across Princes Bridge.
BY TRAM: The tram routes that stop in front of Arts Centre Melbourne are: 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72. This stop is number 14 – “Arts Precinct"
BY BICYCLE: Bicycle lanes run north and south along St Kilda Road. On-street bicycle hoops are available outside Hamer Hall and the Theatres Building (under the Spire)
BY CAR: Arts Centre Melbourne's paid undercover car park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is extremely limited street parking.
More information about Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius
Conductor: Eva Ollikainen
Violin: Inmo Yang
With: Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
PROGRAM
Joel Järventausta Naava
Bruch Violin Concerto
Sibelius Symphony No.5
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius?
Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius runs for 1hr 45min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Which theatre is Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius at?
Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius is at Southbank's Hamer Hall | Arts Centre Melbourne, which is located at 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, 3006.
How much are tickets for Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius?
Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius tickets start at $80.
How do you get tickets for Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius?
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How long is Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius on for?
Tickets for Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius are available through 24 July 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Northern Lights: Bruch & Sibelius accessible?
The venue is wheelchair accessible. An Assistive Hearing system is available. Assistance Animals are welcome in all areas of Arts Centre Melbourne and water bowls are available on request.
