UKBPO: From the Heart to the Soul

The UKBrazil Philharmonic Orchestra is delighted to welcome you to another unforgettable evening of music! Join us for a celebration of the extraordinary power of music to express our deepest emotions, lift our spirits, and bring us together.

From the dramatic intensity of Wagner and Mahler to the gentle beauty of Beethoven and Massenet, the first half of our concert showcases the richness and versatility of orchestral music. Enjoy beloved masterpieces by Mozart and Tchaikovsky, alongside captivating solo performances that celebrate the unique expressive power of individual musicians.

In the second half, the human voice takes centre stage as our orchestra is joined by vocal soloists and choir. Discover the tenderness of Puccini, the serenity of Fauré, and the breathtaking grandeur of Handel and Mozart, in a programme that moves effortlessly between intimacy and splendour.

Whether you're a lifelong lover of classical music or joining us for the very first time, we look forward to sharing an evening of beautiful music, wonderful performances, and the joy of making music together!

Programme
Part I 

• Richard Wagner – Grand March (from Tannhäuser)
• Gustav Mahler – Symphony No. 1, 3rd Movement
• Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphony No. 6, Pastoral, 1st Movement
• Jules Massenet – Méditation (from Thaïs). Violin solo by Allan Peron
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Symphony No. 36, Linz
• Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5, Finale
• Time to Say Goodbye. Tenor solo by Hugo Reis

Part II 

• Alice's Theme – String Ensemble. Violin solos by Giulia Caliman, Loren Santos, and Isaac Martins
• Giacomo Puccini – O mio babbino caro. Soprano solo by Ella Davies
• Gabriel Fauré – Cantique de Jean Racine. Choir and orchestra
• George Frideric Handel – Hallelujah (from Messiah). Choir and orchestra
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Lacrimosa (from Requiem). Choir and orchestra