Helsinki Festival opens with a concert that will surely make it to many Top cultural experiences of 2021 lists. Conducted by André de Ridder, HKO performs composer legend Philip Glass’ Heroes Symphony, based on legendary rock musician David Bowie’s album Heroes – which was done in collaboration with the Helsinki Festival theme artist Brian Eno. Glass is considered one of the most influential living composers, who moves smoothly from one genre and art form to another. Glass himself has described his compositions as a sort of sonic weather in which different elements twist, turn, surround, repeat and vary. This promises to be a total body experience like rain and heat!
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.
