Sinfonia Gulf Coast presenting Beethoven V. Coldplay: A Merging of Musical Giants

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. – Sinfonia Gulf Coast is presenting Beethoven V. Coldplay: A Merging of Musical Giants.

Beethoven V. Coldplay: A Merging of Musical Giants is on Saturday, April 29, 7:30 p.m., at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center in Fort Walton Beach.

According to organizers, Beethoven V. Coldplay pairs two composer/artists that deal with universal human themes in their respective music. Visionary conductor/composer Steve Hackman transforms Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony into an anthem, weaving the melodies and lyrics of contemporary rock band Coldplay into Beethoven’s score based on content and context.

Inspiring vocalists join Sinfonia Gulf Coast to perform interpolations of many of Coldplay’s most beloved songs, including Yellow, Viva La Vida, and The Scientist.

“When you mash up Beethoven with something on the pop scene like Coldplay, it’s unexpected. This concert is a melding of interwoven musical notation with amazing vocalists that makes for a remarkable concert,” said Demetrius Fuller, Sinfonia Gulf Coast music and artistic director

“It’s an incredible way to rethink how music is connected. Steve Hackman is a brilliant musician, composer, and arranger, and this piece is totally unique, but also totally accessible.”

General admission seating tickets range from $30-$55. Proceeds benefit Sinfonia Gulf Coast and its education and community engagement initiatives throughout Northwest Florida.

Purchase tickets online at SinfoniaGulfCoast.org or by calling the box office at (850) 460-8800.

The 2022-2023 season is made possible by generous support from individuals, local businesses, and media partners. Presenting Concerts Sponsor is Hancock Whitney Bank. Classical Connections Presenting Sponsor is Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Presenting Media Sponsor is Visit South Walton. Presenting E-media Sponsor is Sowal.com. Presenting Discounted Military Tickets Sponsor is Eglin Federal Credit Union.