Here’s a combination you don’t hear very often: Austin Symphony Orchestra has an upcoming performance called ‘Beethoven and Coldplay.’ Conductor and Composer, Steve Hackman joined to tell us more.
Composer Steve Hackman incorporated 15 Beyoncé hits into Beethoven's Symphony No. 7. His goal is to introduce new audiences to classical music and offer a fresh perspective for seasoned symphonygoers.
Steve Hackman conducts the Charlotte Symphony in “Beethoven X Beyoncé” in November 2024 with soloists (from left) Brayla Cook, Kaylah Sharve’ and Malia Civetz. For Steve Hackman, music is a mixtape.