Beethoven: Choral Fantasy & Symphony No. 9

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra


Monday, 8 June 2026 | 19:30 | Cadogan Hall, London

As part of the official cultural celebrations of Cyprus’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the Cultural Section of the Cyprus High Commission is proud to support a flagship concert by the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, one of London’s most distinguished concert venues.

This major musical event brings together artistic excellence, symbolic resonance, and a strong Cypriot presence in a programme dedicated to the timeless music of Ludwig van Beethoven. At the heart of the evening are two works that speak powerfully to the ideals of unity, freedom, and shared humanity that lie at the core of the European project.

The concert opens with Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy in C minor, Op. 80, featuring the exceptional young Cypriot pianist Anna Avramidou, whose performance highlights a new generation of Cypriot artistic talent on the international stage. The evening continues with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D minor, “Choral”, Op. 125, culminating in the Ode to Joy, the official anthem of Europe.

Under the baton of renowned Cypriot maestro Dr Marios Papadopoulos, the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is joined by the Crouch End Festival Chorus and an outstanding quartet of Cypriot vocal soloists:

Zoe Nicolaidou, soprano

Shakira Tsindos, mezzo-soprano

Sotiris Charalampous, tenor

Yiorgo Ioannou, baritone

Adding even greater distinction to the occasion, the Orchestra will be led by Rainer Küchl, former Concertmaster of the Vienna Philharmonic, appearing as Guest Concertmaster.

This landmark concert places Cyprus at the heart of Europe’s cultural dialogue, celebrating its Presidency through music of extraordinary emotional and symbolic power. It promises to be one of the defining cultural moments of Europe Month 2026 in London.

Book Tickets

Tickets are available via the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website:
https://oxfordphil.com/event/beethoven-nine-2/