Gustav Mahler’s Third Symphony has an abundance of everything: musicians, singers, trumpets, percussion instruments, birdsong, country dances, military marches, sunshine, nocturnal moods. There is even an abundance of movements: six!
The composer even imagined that the work could be titled Pan, both in the sense of “everything” and as a reference to the Greek mythological god who ruled over forests, pastures, shepherds, livestock and fertility. The Third Symphony opens with a fanfare played by eight French horns. The introduction is as passive as a summer day, marked by oppressive heat without the slightest breeze. The air trembles and vibrates.
Yes, but only before or after the concert. During the concert we just want you to enjoy the music. This way you won’t disturb the musicians or other audience members.
Only the orchestra has a dress code. You can dress as you like.
You can give the ticket to a friend or donate it to a music student by calling 09-3102 2700 or sending an e-mail to helsinki.philharmonic@hel.fi by 3pm on the day of the concert.
