“From today I mean to take a new path.”
In 1801 Beethoven was in a state of discontent with his musical output. His next work, the Eroica would change everything. Bold and revolutionary, his Third Symphony charts a journey of resilience and renewal on astonishing orchestral scale.
Rodolfo Barráez returns to conduct this concert which features the winner of the 2026 Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition, Sheng-Yuan Lynch, as well as a world premiere by Cybec Young Composer in Residence Lucy Blomfield.
Artists
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Rodolfo Barráez
Conductor
Sheng-Yuan Lynch
Piano
Repertoire
Lucy Blomfield*
Fanfare^
Grieg
Piano Concerto
Beethoven
Symphony No.3 Eroica
*Cybec Young Composer in Residence
^World premiere of an MSO Commission
Notes
This event is General Admission , including the stalls area in front of the stage. You’re welcome to go down into the stalls when you arrive. The stalls area has a set capacity, once full the entry changes to a one-in, one-out system and if you leave, you may need to queue to return.
Low-backed chairs are welcome at this event. High-backed chairs are not permitted as they obstruct sightlines for other patrons. Exceptions may be made for medical or accessibility needs – please speak with our team on arrival. View the full list of Prohibited Items and Conditions of Entry.
Babes in Arms
We welcome people of all ages to experience Arts Centre Melbourne. For this event, children under the age of 2 years may be admitted at no cost and without a ticket, on the lap of a parent or guardian.
Please be mindful and considerate of the surrounding audience. Any guests interrupting the enjoyment of other visitors may be asked to leave an event and/or the venue.
Accessible Viewing Platforms now available. There are two raised platforms at the rear of the Stalls to allow for an unobstructed view for customers requiring a wheelchair space and their carer or companion. These may need to be pre-booked for this event — use the booking link on this page for details on how to book. If you need help finding this information, please call us on 1300 182 183.
We play rain, hail or shine. The Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor amphitheatre. If rain or bad weather occurs, the show will proceed, unless deemed unsafe to do so.
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For events at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, you may be required to stand to see the event/performance. Unless otherwise communicated in relation to a particular event or performance, no pass outs will be permitted.
Accessibility
- Assistive hearing
- Companion Card
- Wheelchair access
Related links
- Explore the MSO's Season 2027
- More about Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
- Visit MSO's website
The Sidney Myer Free Concerts are made possible by the MSO Sidney Myer Trust Fund , in association with ABC Classic, The University of Melbourne and Arts Centre Melbourne.
The Sidney Myer Free Concerts are supported by City of Melbourne.
