“Paris is like a cesspool, its streets are muddy, its inhabitants are arrogant and they have bad taste.” The young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s impressions of the City of Light were not flattering. However, during a visit to Paris in 1778, Mozart accepted a commission for a symphony, which he composed to suit the “noisy symphonic taste” of Parisians.
Twenty-six years later, Louise Farrenc was born in the same city. She grew up surrounded by sculptors, painters and artistic women. Farrenc became a concert pianist, composer and the only female professor at the Paris Conservatory in the 19th century.
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.
