On June 5, 2025, the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Festival presents an extraordinary symphonic concert conducted by the acclaimed Thomas Guggeis. The program features two masterpieces from different musical eras: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551, known as Jupiter, and Sergei Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, Op. 100.

Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony, his final and grandest symphony, is a brilliant showcase of classical form and expressive depth. Its majestic character and intricate counterpoint, especially in the triumphant finale, make it a pinnacle of the symphonic repertoire. In contrast, Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony, composed in 1944, is a powerful work filled with lyrical beauty and dramatic intensity, reflecting both the hardships and hopes of its time.

Thomas Guggeis , one of the most exciting conductors of his generation, brings his dynamic artistry to these contrasting yet equally profound works, promising an evening of musical brilliance.