


From its bright, effervescent opening through to the swaggering finale, Beethoven’s ‘Emperor’ Concerto ranks as one of the greatest piano concertos ever written.
Before Beethoven changed the world, he was a young man carving his place in it.
His First Symphony and Second Piano Concerto reveal a composer testing the limits of what music could be. This concert offers a unique chance to experience Beethoven’s evolution from his early career to the beginning of his heroic period.
Chief Conductor Simone Young captures the magic of Beethoven’s music, from youthful exuberance to towering genius. And Spanish pianist Javier Perianes is the ideal interpreter for these concertos, precise and direct but also bursting with passion.
22nd July, 2026
25th July, 2026

Step-free access with lifts and wheelchair seating, accessible bathrooms across multiple levels, assistive listening, captioned and audio-described performances, and registered service animals are welcome throughout the Sydney Opera House.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Sydney Opera House is short six-minute walk from Circular Quay, with frequent trains, buses and ferries. An accessible shuttle also operates between Circular Quay and the venue for those who require assistance.
BY BICYCLE: Bike parking is available beneath the Monumental Steps.
BY CAR: Parking is available at Wilson Parking Sydney Opera House Car Park, open 24/7 with undercover access to the Lower Concourse. Accessible parking spaces are also available on site.
Conductor: Simone Young
Piano: Javier Perianes
PROGRAM
BEETHOVEN Symphony No.1 Piano Concerto No. Piano Concerto No.5, Emperor
Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto is at Sydney's Concert Hall | Sydney Opera House, which is located at Bennelong Point, Sydney, 2000.
Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto tickets start at $85.
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