Bristol Classical Players

Brahms Symphony No 4

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Saturday 7 February 2026 7.30pm

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Suitable for ages 8+

Main hall

Following their Beethoven series, Bristol Classical Players discover the four symphonies by his greatest disciple, Brahms, played in a series of four concerts. They will be paired with short works by Mozart, Dvorak and Mahler – plus new pieces by excellent Bristol-based, young composers.

Simon Callaghan Pianist

Programme

Beethoven Leonore Overture No 3
Brahms Symphony No 4 in E minor
Power New work TBC
Mozart Piano Concerto No 27 in B flat

Following their Beethoven series, Bristol Classical Players invite you to discover the four symphonies by his greatest disciple: Brahms. After more than a century, these works are still regarded as the most perfect examples of the composer’s art, combining rigour and emotional intensity in a way few, if any, have matched. Tonight’s concert pairs the tragic, shattering 4th Symphony with Mozart’s final, serene 27th Piano Concerto, Beethoven’s weightiest overture, and a new work, inspired by Brahms, from Bristol composer (and BCP violinist) Ryan Power. Conducted by BCP music director Tom Gauterin, we are pleased to welcome international concert pianist Simon Callaghan.

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After more than a century, Brahms’ Symphonies are still regarded as perfect examples of the composer’s art; combining rigour and emotional intensity. From the tribute to Bach that concludes the tragic 4th Symphony, to the joyous, brass-led chorale that ends the 1st, these great pieces offer a world of imagination and beauty rarely experienced.

This concert is part of a four-concert series in 2026:

Saturday 7 February – Brahms Symphony 4 and Mozart Piano Concerto 27
Saturday 9 May – Brahms Symphony 3 and Dvorak Cello Concerto
Saturday 26 September – Brahms Symphony 2 and Mahler songs
Saturday 24 October – Brahms Symphony 1 and Mozart Piano Concerto 23

M U L T I B U Y D I S C O U N T

Receive 20% off when you buy tickets to all four concerts.

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Enjoy delicious drinks and light bites from our Café Bar ahead of the event.

Available to pre-order when booking your tickets, you can choose from a selection of house drinks on arrival, accompanied by a mezze board of bread, dips, olives, stuffed peppers, falafel, feta cheese and garden salad (all vegetarian). Just select which option – for one or two people – you would like, before checkout. Or if you’ve already booked, please email boxoffice@stgeorgesbristol.co.uk to add your food to your order.

Your pre-ordered food and drink will be available to collect from the Café Bar from 90 minutes before the event. It’s the perfect way to begin your event experience at St George’s!