Zubin Mehta celebrated his 90th birthday with a concert in Belgrade, showcasing classical music with the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Zubin Mehta conducted a concert with the Belgrade Philharmonic.
- The concert featured works by Wagner, Schubert, and Dvořák.
- Mehta's birthday concert is part of a world tour including major cities.
Conductor Zubin Mehta performed with the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra on Wednesday evening at Kolarac Endowment in Belgrade, in a concert held to mark his 90th birthday.
The concert hall was filled with a large audience that heard a program featuring Wagner’s overture Rienci, Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 3 and Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7. The oldest Serbian orchestra was led by Mehta for the occasion.
Mehta included Belgrade in his birthday world tour, which also takes in Barcelona, Vienna, Munich, Berlin and other major music centers.
For readers following cultural events in the Serbian capital, the concert underscored the Belgrade Philharmonic’s place on the international classical music scene. More coverage of recent cultural and public events in Serbia can be found in our latest news section.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Zubin Mehta?
Zubin Mehta is a renowned conductor known for his work with major orchestras worldwide.
What pieces were performed at the concert?
The concert included Wagner’s overture Rienci, Schubert’s Symphony No. 3, and Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7.
Where was the concert held?
The concert took place at the Kolarac Endowment in Belgrade.
Why was the concert significant?
It marked Zubin Mehta's 90th birthday and highlighted the Belgrade Philharmonic's role in the international classical music scene.
