Koninklijk Concertgebouworkest & Klaus Mäkelä

About the Event

Immerse yourself in an extraordinary classical musical journey featuring the works of Gustav Mahler at the esteemed Palais des Beaux‐Arts in Brussels. Initially, Mahler's Symphony No. 1 didn’t enamor its early audiences, as its dramatic shifts in mood were somewhat misunderstood. Now, these abrupt transitions are emblematic of Mahler's style. His intent was to encapsulate the world through his ten symphonies, transitioning from Romanticism to modernity with each composition. The First Symphony brims with bold aspirations. It begins serenely, with motifs that gradually build into a magnificent portrayal of the natural world. Soon, traditional elements emerge, including a Ländler, the Frère Jacques theme in a peculiar twist, and a touch of irony. The final movement vividly communicates the human condition through its captivating music. Could there be a better interpreter of Mahler's profound soundscapes than the fervent Klaus Mäkelä?