SOI Autumn 2026 Season: Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky

Alessandro Bonato, conductor

Rossini: William Tell Overture
Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90 “Italian”
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93
Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture, Op. 49 “Solemn Overture”

The closing concert of the season brings together some of the most exhilarating works in the classical repertoire. The evening opens with the overture to William Tell by Rossini—a thrilling orchestral journey that moves from pastoral calm to its iconic galloping finale. This is followed by Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4, often called the “Italian” Symphony, a bright, sunlit work inspired by the composer’s travels through Italy in the early 1830s. Continuing Beethoven’s symphonic cycle, the programme moves to his Symphony No. 8—a work of wit, energy and classical poise—composed during a period marked by the shifting fortunes of Napoleon Bonaparte. The season concludes with Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, a spectacular and theatrical work commemorating Russia’s defence against Napoleon, renowned for its triumphant crescendos, pealing bells and thunderous cannon fire.

Season Discount:
For the SOI Spring 2026 Season of the Symphony Orchestra of India, we are offering patrons who purchase tickets for three or more concerts a 20% discount on their purchase.
Available at the NCPA Box Office only.
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Student Discount:
A 50% student discount for the SOI Spring 2026 Season concerts. Please note that there will be a limit on the number of discounted transactions per concert. Only one discounted seat per transaction will be permitted.
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Promo Code: SOISTU50
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Box office on 23rd June for Friends of the SOI, 26th June for NCPA members and 29th June for public.