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This is what moves us: For a very long time, we have had the honor of performing under the direction of Herbert Blomstedt, who is now 100 years old. This time, we will be exploring the symphonic world of Franz Schubert with him – first with a piece full of youthful energy, and then with a famous late work. His "path to the great symphony," as he himself called it, began in six early attempts, in which he creatively and curiously engaged with tradition – although he naturally noticed the dominance of his composer colleagues and was troubled by the question: "Who can create something new after Beethoven?" Schubert wrote his D major symphony in 1815, at the age of 18, for a small orchestra of friends, in which he also played the cello – and this was done amidst the "chatter and bustle" of the other members. The result was a piece that is characterized by its charm, liveliness, and individuality. Afterwards, Schubert completes his masterpiece in the genre, creating one of the most important works in the entire musical literature: "The Great C major Symphony" began in 1825, a year after the premiere of Beethoven's Ninth in Vienna, which he likely attended. The final movement even includes a passage that is melodically reminiscent of the popular theme of joy, perhaps as a tribute to his idol – or as a deliberate demonstration of personal independence. This will be a fascinating listening experience with our honorary conductor, who once said: "If I can move the hearts of humanity, then I am happy."
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