Athens State Orchestra – “Jupiter” Symphony / Larissa Municipal Conservatory (May 7, 2026)

As part of its “beyond the walls” performances, the Athens State Orchestra presents a special concert on Thursday, May 7, at the Concert Hall of the Larissa Municipal Conservatory (D.O.L.). The orchestra will be conducted by Katia Molfesi, one of the most active conductors of the new generation, who leads the ensemble through a program that balances classical grandeur with Romantic lyricism.

The centerpiece of the evening is the iconic Symphony No. 41 “Jupiter” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the masterpieces of the symphonic repertoire, where formal perfection meets a profound spiritual dimension. In contrast, the Serenade for Strings by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky highlights the composer’s deep lyricism and melodic generosity, with clear references to 18th-century aesthetics. In between the two works, the Concerto for Two Horns by Spyros Mazis will be performed, featuring the orchestra’s principal horn players, Kostas Siskos and Christos Salvanos.

The presence of the Athens State Orchestra in Larissa constitutes one of the most significant musical events of the season, enhancing the city’s presence on the contemporary cultural map and highlighting the role of the Municipal Conservatory as an active hub of artistic creation and outward-looking cultural engagement.

The program at a glance

PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY (1840 – 1893)
Serenade for Strings in C major, Op. 48

SPYROS MAZIS (b. 1957)
Concerto for Two Horns and Orchestra

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756 – 1791)
Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551 “Jupiter”

Musical direction: Katia Molfesi
Soloists: Kostas Siskos | horn
Christos Salvanos | horn

Ticket prices: €25 and €15 (reduced)