With the world premiere of Freude (German for joy) Ørjan Matre is presented as composer-in-residence at Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra on September 04 & 05. His residency will last for two years until 2027 and will feature nine performances of existing and new works in the 2025/2026 season.
Freude, an 8-minute piece for mixed choir and orchestra, is a prelude to Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, which will follow the debuting work. The Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra will be joined by Bergen Philharmonic Choir, both led by Jan Willem de Vriend.
For more information about the residency see our corresponding news item and for more information about the concert see Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra.
