Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony

Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 Free Prelude Discussion: 1:30 p.m. Concert: 2:30 p.m. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Ticket Information” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Tickets: $22-$125 Prices include Sales Tax, Overture Center’s per-ticket facility fee and Web/Phone Fee for online or over the phone orders.

To avoid the Web/Phone fee purchase in person at Overture Center’s Box Office. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button button_url=”https://www.overture.org/tickets-events/2026-27-season/mso-beethoven-s-pastoral-symphony/” button_text=”Buy Single Tickets!” button_alignment=”center” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=”https://madisonsymphony.org/concerts-events/madison-symphony-orchestra-concerts/26-27/subscription-form/” button_text=”Subscribe Now!” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”3_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Concert text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”] This is Beethoven at peace, amid his beloved nature. Every measure of the poetic “Pastoral” Symphony animates his impressions of country life. Also, an evocation of nature by the tragically short-lived Lili Boulanger.

Impressions of Autumn from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi and recomposed by Astor Piazzolla. Plus, Hindemith’s roaring Symphonic Metamorphosis , a showcase for the Madison Symphony’s virtuosos. Featuring Kyle Knox , Guest Conductor Naha Greenholtz , Violin [/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Program” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ hover_enabled=”0″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] music Concert Run Time: 90 minutes plus a 20 minute intermission Lili Boulanger, D’un matin de printemps Antonio Vivaldi, “Autumn” from The Four Seasons Astor Piazzolla, Primavera Porteña (Spring) from The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires Paul Hindemith, Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes by Carl Maria von Weber Intermission Ludwig van Beethoven, Symphony No.

6, “Pastoral” View Mike Allsen’s Program Notes For This Concert Online [/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Enhance” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Enhance Your Concert Experience Prelude Discussion Enjoy a 30-minute talk with Resident Conductor Kyle Knox starting one hour before each concert in Overture Hall. Free to ticket-holders. Pre-Lobby Entertainment: WYSO Ambassadors String Quartet We will have lobby entertainment prior to the Friday and Sunday concerts provided by the WYSO Ambassadors String Quartet This String Quartet is an auditioned ensemble of high school musicians from WYSO’s Youth Orchestra, their flagship ensemble.

The quartet represents WYSO throughout the community, providing live music for receptions, celebrations, community gatherings, and other special events. Performance times will be Friday, October 16th 6:45 pm-7:15 pm and Sunday, October 18th 1:45 pm-2:15 pm. Take Note: Drinks Allowed in Overture Hall Please take note that drinks are allowed inside Overture Hall during all Madison Symphony Orchestra concerts.

You may pre-order food and drink to be picked up in the lobby , or order at bars and concession stands located around the Overture Hall lobby before each concert and during intermission. Please enjoy food in the lobby and unwrap any candy or cough drops before the performance begins. Thank you!

Donor Lounge Did you know that the MSO hosts an exclusive lounge for donors? Donors giving $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund enjoy an open invitation to the Donor Lounge prior to all Symphony subscription concerts. The Donor Lounge is held in the Promenade Lounge above the Rotunda Lobby, where guests can enjoy a cash bar, complimentary coffee and tea, sweet treats, and remarks from the conductor.

To enhance your Symphony concert experience, please consider making a gift to the MSO. 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Merz” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Barbara J. Merz [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_3″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Fredrick and Karen Schrank” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Fredrick and Karen Schrank [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column_inner][/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://madisonsymphony.org/wp-content/uploads/WAB-NEA-1.jpg” title_text=”WAB & NEA” admin_label=”WAB Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”WAB Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] This organization is supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column_inner][/et_pb_row_inner][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Popup – #greenholtz” module_id=”greenholtz” module_class=”popup” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ da_is_popup=”on” da_popup_slug=”greenholtz” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Bio” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Canadian violinist Naha Greenholtz was born in Kyoto, Japan, where she began her violin studies at age three. Since her solo debut at 14, concerto performances have included engagements with the San Francisco Ballet, National Ballet of Canada, and National Repertory Orchestras, as well as the Vancouver, Quad City, Burnaby, and Kelowna Symphonies.

In the Madison area she makes regular solo appearances with the Madison Symphony and the Middleton Community Orchestra. Naha also maintains an active career as an orchestra musician. In addition to her duties as Concertmaster of both the Madison and Quad City Symphony Orchestras, past performance highlights include guest concertmaster appearances with the Oregon, Omaha, and Memphis Symphonies, the San Francisco Ballet, as well as the Calgary and Louisiana Philharmonics, among many others.

In 2019 she will appear as guest concertmaster with the Chicago Philharmonic (in collaboration with the English National Ballet) and will make her Australian debut in a concertmaster residency with the Australian Ballet in Melbourne. From 2011-2014 she maintained a partnership with the National Ballet of Canada in Toronto, performing and touring frequently with the company as guest concertmaster and soloist. Additionally she has performed often with the Cleveland Orchestra both domestically and abroad.

She began her career in 2007-2008 with the Louisiana Philharmonic and later with the Milwaukee Symphony. Naha has participated in music festivals throughout the US and Europe including Kneisel Hall (Maine), Taos (New Mexico), Spoleto (Italy), Lucerne (Switzerland), Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society (Wisconsin), and the New York String Orchestra Seminar at Carnegie Hall. She is currently on artist faculty at Renova Music Festival (Newcastle, Pennsylvania) and since 2012 she has been Artistic Director of Davenport, Iowa’s Signature Series.

Naha studied with…