7 · Reverie

Delve into dreams and fantasies

Surrender to the psychedelic tale of Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique. This surreal self-portrait was written to seduce the woman he loved – though his carnal composition is bound to ensnare you, too. We’re pairing it with another French piece: Ravel’s evocative Piano Concerto in G. Following its whimsical first movement, this jazzy daydream permits a few moments of calm before the soloist’s final flurry to the finish. Closer to home, you’ll hear the World Premiere of an ASO commission from distinguished Adelaide composer Graeme Koehne.

Free Pre-Concert Talks

Join us in the Adelaide Town Hall stalls one hour before each concert for our free Classical Conversations as Graeme Koehne and Graham Abbott discuss the music.

About Classical Conversations:

Discover more about the music with Classical Conversations, a free pre-concert talks before each Symphony Series concert. Enjoy relaxed discussions where artists, conductors, composers, and ASO players share personal insights about the music. Classical Conversations occur one hour prior to each concert in the stalls of the Adelaide Town Hall.