Bozeman Symphony: Nature’s Wonders: Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony

Be transported by Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, a heartfelt tribute to the beauty of the great outdoors. Let the music guide you through a pastoral landscape filled with babbling brooks, joyful birdsong, and the warmth of country life all briefly interrupted by a dramatic summer storm. A timeless masterpiece, this symphony was memorably featured in Disney’s Fantasia.
Then, discover the voices of 13 unique species brought to life through the orchestra in the world premiere of Boyd’s Carnival of the Nearly Extinct Animals. This vibrant and evocative work weaves the songs and environments of animals on the brink of extinction into a mesmerizing musical tapestry. Highlighting the urgent threats of pollution, habitat loss, and climate change, the piece is both a celebration of nature’s wonders and a call to protect them.