Classical Music from 1825
Chamber Music and Arts Singapore (CMAS) is set to showcase the rich landscape of classical music from 1825, a pivotal year in music history.
Two centuries ago, 1825 marked a turning point as the Classical period gave way to the Romantic era. From the tempestuous Ludwig van Beethoven’s Grosse Fuge to the first piano sonata published during the lifetime of the charming Franz Schubert, it was a year of significant musical milestones.
From 7 to 9 November, audiences in Singapore will have the chance to experience this musical treasure trove in four compelling concerts.
This marks the second instalment in CMAS’s multi-year project exploring the music of the early 19th century, following last year’s focus on 1824 as part of the company’s fifth anniversary celebrations.
The first concert, held at the Esplanade Recital Studio on 7 November, will feature Beethoven’s heroic String Quartet in E flat major, the first of his late quartets, as well as Schubert’s Piano Sonata D. 845 and Mozart’s Piano Quartet in G Minor K. 478 — a quintessential example of Classical grace.
The second performance, taking place at the Victoria Concert Hall on 8 November, will present a striking contrast: Felix Mendelssohn’s exuberant String Octet in E flat major, written when he was just 16, Beethoven’s Grosse Fuge (once criticised but now revered), and Mozart’s dramatic D Minor Piano Concerto.
These concerts offer a unique opportunity to explore the profound musical shifts of 1825 and experience some of the greatest works in classical music history.