On Tour in Florence
Sir Antonio Pappano
Teatro Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Tuesday 10 June 2025 • 8pm
Book TicketsThe Concert
Richard Strauss
Till Eulenspiegel (15 mins)
Giacomo Puccini
Capriccio sinfonico (16 mins)
Interval
Hector Berlioz
Symphonie fantastique (52 mins)
Sir Antonio Pappano conductor
London Symphony Orchestra
Tickets
Tickets €15–€150
Available from Teatro Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
The Concert
A thrilling exploration of orchestral colour, drama and storytelling, featuring Strauss’ mischievous Till Eulenspiegel, Puccini’s sparkling Capriccio sinfonico, and the wild, intoxicating journey of Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique.
The Music
The evening opens with Strauss’ Till Eulenspiegel, a playful prankster whose antics end in a dramatic conclusion. Puccini’s Capriccio sinfonico offers a glimpse into the youthful composer’s genius, blending vibrant orchestral colors with the lyrical expressiveness that would define his later operas. Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique takes us on a wild hallucination of unrequited love, culminating in a riotous musical adventure.
The Performers
Sir Antonio Pappano and the LSO bring out the full range of Strauss’ playful storytelling, Puccini’s radiant charm, and Berlioz’s dramatic intensity. He delivers a captivating evening of orchestral brilliance.