Artists
Symphonic Send-Off
EUROPEAN TOUR PREVIEW & 2026 SEASON UNVEILING
Wednesday 13 August 2025 at 6:30pm
Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Jaime Martín conductor
Program
Edward Elgar In the South (Alassio) [23’]
Antonín Dvořák Symphony No. 6 in D major [44’]
I. Allegro non tanto
II. Adagio
III. Scherzo. Furiant (Presto)
IV. Finale (Allegro con spirito)
6:30–7:50pm
Concert and remarks from Chief Conductor Jaime Martín
Following the performance, you are invited to stay in Hamer Hall for the unveiling of the MSO 2026 Season.
7:50–8:30pm
Season 2026 unveiling with CEO Richard Wigley, Head of Artistic Planning Katharine Bartholomeusz-Plows and Donor Liaison Keith Clancy
Running time: Approximately 2 hours without interval.
Thank you for joining us tonight as the Orchestra prepares to embark on a whirlwind tour of the UK and Europe. We’re excited to showcase the best of Australian arts to a global audience as we perform at iconic festivals and venues.
If you’d like to support your orchestra on tour or follow our progress, visit mso.com.au/tour2025
TOUR ITINERARY
Edinburgh International Festival (UK)
Friday 22 August
Santander International Festival (Spain)
Sunday 24 August
Südtirol Festival Merano . Meran (Italy)
Tuesday 26 August
Elbphilharmonie Summer (Hamburg, Germany)
Thursday 28 August
BBC Proms (London, UK)
Friday 29 August
PHOTO: MARK GAMBINO
The MSO’s international touring is generously supported by the Gandel Foundation, Metal Manufactures Electrical Merchandising and MSO Tour Circle patrons.
The MSO UK & Europe tour is supported by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts.