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The multi-talented musician has stretched notions of performance well beyond his solo clarinet playing and conducting. Here he is joined by members of his family for a largely dance-based programme.

Two masterly pianists join together for a collection of works for piano duo (or in Schumann’s case, organ or pedal piano). Reviewing their disc of such works by Schubert (including tonight’s pieces), Gramophone stated that ‘in this repertoire they are as one, touch and tone indistinguishable from one another, playing with a delicious fluency and obvious affection ... this is a Schubert disc to return to and live with’.

Reviewing a disc containing Brahms’s works for viola – including the viola versions of both sonatas, Op. 120 – the critic of Gramophone found Rysanov's performances ‘compelling, vivid and packed with moments of great musical insight’. Here the duo places Brahms alongside his mentor, Robert Schumann.

‘Magical’. ‘Flawless’. ‘A hypnotic presence at the keyboard’. We’re thrilled to welcome Víkingur back for Brahms’s tempestuous First Piano Concerto: a volcano of poetry and emotion from the wounded heart of a young genius. It could have been written for Ólafsson – but there’s no letting up after the interval, as Edward Gardner conducts Bartók’s kaleidoscopic ballet, and celebrates the special magic of one of the 21st century’s true sonic alchemists: Freya Waley-Cohen.

The leading Welsh pianist has made profound explorations of the music of Beethoven, Schubert and Schumann amongst others, and here adds another major figure in the shape of the late-Romantic Johannes Brahms, two of whose early works are complemented by a set of late miniatures.

Awarded ‘Trailblazer’ status by the Royal Philharmonic Society for their lockdown creativity and described by The Sunday Times as ‘classical music's most multitalented new power couple’, the duo presents two major sonatas alongside smaller pieces by the rediscovered genius of Dora Pejačević.

‘One of the finest living pianists’, suggested Gramophone, while a disc in Jonathan Plowright’s collected Brahms series made it into the same publication’s choice of the 50 Greatest Recordings of the composer. BBC Music Magazine, meanwhile, thought that in the Op. 21 No. 1 Variations, ‘Plowright's refined pianism really comes into its own’.

**Boulez, Benjamin, and Brahms 4: A Musical Celebration with the London Symphony Orchestra** Join us for an enchanting evening of music as the London Symphony Orchestra presents "Boulez, Benjamin, and Brahms 4" at the Barbican on Thursday, 9 January 2025, at 7 pm. This special concert, under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle and featuring the extraordinary soprano Barbara Hannigan, promises a bewitching programme that contrasts the glittering soundscapes of Pierre Boulez, the lyrical world premiere from George Benjamin, and the grandeur of Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. **Programme Highlights:** - **Pierre Boulez:** Éclat – 8 mins - **George Benjamin:** Interludes and Aria from Lessons in Love and Violence (World Premiere) – 15 mins - **Interval** - **Johannes Brahms:** Symphony No. 4 – 42 mins **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Sir Simon Rattle - **Soprano:** Barbara Hannigan - **Orchestra:** London Symphony Orchestra The concert will conclude at approximately 8:35 pm, including a 20-minute interval. **Ticket Information:** Tickets are available at various price points (£70, £55, £39, £26, £18) with a £4 booking fee per online/phone transaction. Special discounts are available, including Wildcards (£12/£16) for guaranteed entry with seat allocation on the day, multibuy discounts of up to 40%, and special rates for groups, students, and 18s-and-under. **About the Concert:** 2025 marks the centenary year of legendary composer and conductor Pierre Boulez, and Sir Simon Rattle pays tribute with a performance of Éclat, a seminal piece exploring the essence of sound. The concert also features a world premiere from George Benjamin, created as a gift for Rattle’s 70th birthday, alongside Brahms’ tragically grand Symphony No. 4, full of melody and warm orchestral colours. This concert is not just a performance but a celebration of musical innovation, creativity, and the enduring legacy of these composers. Join us for an unforgettable night of music with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican. **Booking and Additional Information:** For tickets and further details, please visit the LSO website or the Barbican website. You can also book by phone or in person at the Barbican Centre. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of live music with the London Symphony Orchestra.

### Event Description: Strauss, Berg & Brahms - LPO **Event Title:** Strauss, Berg & Brahms - LPO **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 7:30 PM **Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London **Ticket Price:** £7 - £70 **Event Overview:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of profound musical exploration as they present works by Richard Strauss, Alban Berg, and Johannes Brahms. Under the baton of Principal Conductor Edward Gardner, and featuring the exceptional violinist Isabelle Faust, this concert promises to be a deeply moving experience. **Programme:** - **Richard Strauss:** Metamorphosen (26 minutes) - **Alban Berg:** Violin Concerto (28 minutes) - **Johannes Brahms:** Symphony No. 2 (40 minutes) **Performers:** - **Edward Gardner:** Conductor - **Isabelle Faust:** Violin **Event Highlights:** - **Richard Strauss’s Metamorphosen:** A poignant reflection on the devastation of wartime Germany, this piece is both a lament and a testament to resilience. - **Alban Berg’s Violin Concerto:** Dedicated to the memory of a young girl, this concerto transforms personal grief into a universal expression of beauty and sorrow. - **Brahms’s Symphony No. 2:** Composed in the serene Austrian Alps, this symphony radiates warmth and joy, yet carries an undercurrent of introspection. **Special Offers:** - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London, by booking multiple concerts. - **Group Discounts:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. **Related Event:** - **LPO Showcase: Foyle Future Firsts and the Royal Academy of Music** - **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 6:00 PM - **Description:** Join the current cohort of Future Firsts, students from the Royal Academy of Music, and members of the LPO for a vibrant performance conducted by Edward Gardner. **Booking Information:** - **Book Now:** [Link to purchase tickets] **Additional Information:** - **Insight and Commitment:** Edward Gardner and Isabelle Faust are renowned for their deep musical insight and commitment, ensuring every note resonates with emotion, whether tragic, troubled, or joyful. **Quotes:** - "Isabelle Faust is a fearless leader in the realms of the violin." - Süddeutsche Zeitung **Watch More:** - **Brahms, Symphony No. 2 I. Allegro non troppo** - **Timpani Moments Brahms 2: I. Allegro Non Troppo** **On the LPO Label:** - **Recording:** Brahms: Symphonies Nos. 1 & 2 **Stay Updated:** - **Sign up to our mailing list:** [Link to sign up] Experience the transformative power of live music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable evening.

Experience the profound intensity and emotional depth of classical music with the London Symphony Orchestra's upcoming concert featuring the works of Schnittke, Shostakovich, and Brahms. This remarkable evening of orchestral brilliance is set to take place at the prestigious Barbican on Sunday, 13 April 2025, at 7pm. The concert will open with Alfred Schnittke's Violin Concerto No. 1, a piece that showcases the composer's unique style and emotional depth, followed by Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No. 2, "To October," a work commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 1917 Revolution with its triumphant and revolutionary spirit. The evening will conclude with Johannes Brahms' "Schicksalslied, Song of Destiny," an inspiring choral work that promises to move the audience from nobility through tempestuousness to a glorious resolution. Under the baton of Gianandrea Noseda, and featuring the virtuosic talents of violinist Lisa Batiashvili, along with the London Symphony Chorus, this concert is a celebration of musical mastery across different eras. The London Symphony Orchestra, known for its world-leading performances, will bring these compositions to life in a way that resonates with both classical aficionados and newcomers alike. Tickets for this unmissable event are available in a range of prices to suit all budgets, with options from £70 to £18, plus a £4 booking fee for online or phone transactions. Attendees can also take advantage of various discounts, including Wildcards for guaranteed entry with seat allocation on the day, multibuy discounts, and special rates for groups, young people, and students. The concert is expected to conclude at approximately 8:50 pm, including a 20-minute interval. This timing is subject to change, ensuring an evening filled with unforgettable musical moments. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the powerful and emotive works of Schnittke, Shostakovich, and Brahms, performed by the London Symphony Orchestra. Book your tickets now for an evening of orchestral fireworks and choral majesty at the Barbican.