Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, "Eroica": UMD Symphony Orchestra

The UMD Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 season with a performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica,” a revolutionary masterwork that redefined the symphonic form. Under the direction of music director David Neely, the program also includes Carlos Simon’s *Festive Fanfare and Overture* and Nikolai Rimsky‑Korsakov’s *Capriccio Espagnol*. The concert takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 8:00 pm in Dekelboum Concert Hall at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center.

When: Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 8:00 pm.

Venue: Dekelboum Concert Hall, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of Maryland. Reserved seating.

Tickets: Regular $30 plus a $5 booking fee; Students and Youth $10.

Program: Carlos Simon – *Festive Fanfare and Overture*; Nikolai Rimsky‑Korsakov – *Capriccio Espagnol*; Ludwig van Beethoven – Symphony No. 3 in E‑flat Major, Op. 55, “Eroica.”

Run time: Approximately 2 hours.

Livestream: The performance will be livestreamed.

Accessibility: The Clarice offers wheelchair‑accessible seating, size‑inclusive seating, large‑print programs, assisted‑listening devices, adult‑ and child‑friendly sensory packs, and quiet spaces. ASL interpretation, audio description, and captioning are available for this event upon request made at least six weeks in advance.

Note: The concert is part of the UMD Symphony Orchestra’s 2026–27 season and is presented by the UMD School of Music.