Cultural Programme of the Cyprus Presidency 2026 

Council of the European Union

08 Jun 2026

Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 & Choral Fantasy

An evening of Beethoven celebrating unity, Europe, and Cyprus’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union

Organizer: Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra
Admission Status: Ticketed Event  Get Tickets

Dates: 08.06.2026

Music

Concert

London UK
Venue: Cadogan Hall - London

As part of the official cultural programme marking the Presidency of the Republic of Cyprus of the Council of the European Union, the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra presents a distinguished concert at Cadogan Hall, London. Under the direction of renowned Cypriot maestro Dr Marios Papadopoulos, the programme features Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy with Cypriot pianist Anna Avramidou, alongside Symphony No. 9 with leading Cypriot vocal soloists. The orchestra will be led by internationally acclaimed violinist Rainer Küchl, former Concertmaster of the Vienna Philharmonic.

Artistic Direction: Dr Marios Papadopoulos

Artists :

  • Anna Avramidou piano
    Zoe Nicolaidou soprano
    Shakira Tsindos mezzo-soprano
    Sotiris Charalampous tenor
    Yiorgo Ioannou baritone
    Crouch End Festival Chorus
    Rainer Küchl guest concertmaster
    Marios Papadopoulos conductor