CBSO The Birmingham Mahler Cycle: Nelsons conducts Symphony No 8

‘Try to imagine the whole universe beginning to ring and resound. These are no longer human voices, but planets and suns revolving.’ With its vast orchestra, and even huger chorus, Mahler’s mighty Symphony of a Thousand lives up to its nickname. But it’s much more than just the most spectacular symphony ever written; it’s an exultant hymn to the joy of creation itself, and every performance is a special occasion. You’ll be thrilled, you’ll be moved – and you’ll be blown backwards, as Andris Nelsons, the CBSO, three great choruses and a star-studded team of soloists launch Birmingham’s centenary Mahler Cycle in truly epic style.

6.15pm Pre-concert talk with Norman Lebrecht, novelist, critic and author of Why Mahler?

Part of The Birmingham Mahler Cycle

Mahler Symphony No. 8 (Symphony of a Thousand) 85’
(Sung in Latin & German with English surtitles)

Please note Matthew Best has withdrawn from the concerts on Thursday 16 September & Saturday 18 September. We are grateful to Stephen Gadd who has agreed to replace him at short notice.

Andris Nelsons conductor
Marina Shaguch soprano
Erin Wall soprano
Carolyn Sampson soprano
Katarina Karnéus mezzo
Mihoko Fujimura mezzo
Sergei Semishkur tenor
Christopher Maltman baritone
Stephen Gadd bass
CBSO Chorus
CBSO Youth Chorus
CBSO Childrens Chorus
Hallé Choir