Brahms Festival: First Symphony & Piano Concerto

Name: Brahms Festival: First Symphony & Piano Concerto
Start: 2026-11-07T19:30
Location: Hamer Hall

When: Saturday 7 November 2026 at 7:30pm1h 50m incl. interval
Where: Hamer Hall · 100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3004, Australia
Price: From $75

Chief Conductor Jaime Martín will lead MSO musicians through Brahms’ Symphony No.1.

This work was around two decades in the making because he was so concerned with having to compose under the shadow of Beethoven, the legend who came before him. Brahms’ fears may sound unfounded to us, but his music reflects a deep respect for the history and traditions of classical music, as well as his bravery in forging a new path.

Award-winning pianist Denis Kozhukhin will play Brahms’ compelling Piano Concerto No.1, which the composer himself had premiered back in 1859. The story continues through the MSO's next Brahms Festival concert, Second Symphony & Piano Concerto.