We鈥檙e very sorry to announce that Xian Zhang is unable to conduct these concerts as she is unwell. We are extremely grateful to Ryan Wigglesworth for stepping in at short notice. Please note the programme remains unchanged.

Beethoven鈥檚 symphonic cycle ends with nothing less than a mighty rallying call to all humanity. Its daring and at times outlandish writing has sparked debate ever since its premiere in 1824. Despite that, who can fail to be swept up by his Ode to Joy and vision of arcadia?

Finding the right partner piece for the ninth is always a challenge. Huw Watkins, described as 鈥榦ne of the most rounded composer-musicians in the UK鈥� (Financial Times) and 成人快手 NOW鈥檚 composer-in-association, steps boldly into the breach.

Tickets: 拢15-拢40

Concessions, Student Tickets and Family Tickets available.

成人快手 National Orchestra of Wales Audience Line: 0800 052 1812 (Monday-Friday).

St David's Hall Box Office: 02920 878 444 | www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk St David鈥檚 Hall applies an optional Postage Charge of 拢1.