“The organ and the orchestra are both kings. Or rather: one is the emperor and the other the pope.” Composer Hector Berlioz strictly forbade combining organ and symphony orchestra. Tonight, however, we ignore the instructions of the father of the modern symphony orchestra twice! The Organ Symphony is one of Camille Saint-Saëns's most popular works, while Samy Moussa's A Globe Itself Infolding has garnered praise on the world's most prominent concert stages.
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.
