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### Event Description: London Philharmonic Orchestra at Saffron Hall **Date and Time:** Saturday, 30th November 2024, 7:30 PM **Location:** Saffron Hall, Saffron Walden **Running Time:** 1 hour 40 minutes **Tickets:** Starting from £26 **Special Offer:** Under 25s can purchase half-price tickets for this show. #### Event Overview: Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an enchanting evening of classical music at Saffron Hall. The program features a selection of timeless pieces that promise to captivate and inspire. **Repertoire:** - **Weber:** Overture, Oberon - **Tchaikovsky:** Variations on a Rococo Theme - **Tchaikovsky:** Selections from Swan Lake **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Tianyi Lu (replacing the late Sir Andrew Davis) - **Cello:** Zlatomir Fung **Program Highlights:** - **Swan Lake:** Perhaps the world’s most enduringly popular classical ballet, Swan Lake is a classic fairytale of a lovelorn Prince, an evil sorcerer, and a spell that can only be broken by true love. It inspired some of Tchaikovsky’s most sumptuous music, impassioned, delicate, and brilliantly colored. - **Variations on a Rococo Theme:** This piece pays homage to the suave eighteenth-century style in a charming, lyrical slice of elegance. - **Overture to Oberon:** The magic of Oberon, King of the Fairies, and his enchanted forest kingdom is perfectly captured by the overture to Weber’s opera. **Additional Information:** - **Shuttle Bus:** A pre-show shuttle bus will be operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance. **Booking Information:** - **Tickets:** Available now. Book your tickets to ensure you don't miss this spectacular performance. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the official event page.

### Strauss’s Horn Concerto No. 2 - LPO in Eastbourne **Date and Time:** Sunday, 8th December 2024, 3:00 PM **Venue:** Congress Theatre, Eastbourne **Event Description:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an enchanting afternoon of classical music at the Congress Theatre in Eastbourne. The concert will feature a delightful repertoire beginning with Mozart’s lively overture from "The Marriage of Figaro," followed by Richard Strauss’s playful and technically challenging Horn Concerto No. 2, performed by the internationally-acclaimed young British horn player, Ben Goldscheider. The concert will culminate with Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8, a piece filled with lilting melodies and exuberant dance rhythms, conducted by the dynamic Valentina Peleggi. **Pre-Concert Event:** At 2:15 PM, enjoy a special free performance in the Congress Theatre foyer by talented young musicians from Create Music, the music education hub for Brighton & Hove and East Sussex. **Ticket Information:** - Prices: £16 - £36 - Discounts available for series bookings and groups: - 10% discount for 3 concerts - 15% discount for 4 concerts - 20% discount for 5 concerts - 25% discount for 6 concerts - Groups of 10 or more receive a 20% discount - Groups of 20 or more receive a 20% discount plus an extra complimentary ticket for the group organiser **Featured Performers:** - **Valentina Peleggi**, Conductor - **Ben Goldscheider**, Horn **Reviews:** - "The horn soloist, Ben Goldscheider, was superb." - The Times - "Peleggi succeeds in engaging the emotions with an unsentimental, personal, intense and tension-filled performance." - GBOpera **Booking Information:** Tickets are on sale now. For more details and to book your tickets, please contact the Congress Theatre Ticket Office. **Additional Information:** For more ways to save and detailed ticket information, please contact the Congress Theatre Ticket Office. **Quotes:** - "…immense energy and decisiveness…" - The Guardian on Valentina Peleggi's conducting - "Ben Goldscheider is a young man with a timeless gift." - Voix des Arts **Related Events:** - **Beethoven & Brahms** - Sunday, 9th March 2025, 3:00 PM - **Jan Lisiecki plays Beethoven** - Sunday, 13th April 2025, 3:00 PM **Recording:** - **Dvořák: Symphonic Variations & Symphony No. 8** - Available on the LPO Label **Sign Up:** Stay updated by signing up to our mailing list. **Book Now:** [Link to book tickets] Experience the wonder of live music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra in Eastbourne!

### Event Description: LPO Showcase: Foyle Future Firsts and the Royal Academy of Music **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 6:00 PM **Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London **Event Overview:** Join us for an inspiring evening at the Royal Festival Hall as the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) presents the "LPO Showcase: Foyle Future Firsts and the Royal Academy of Music." This event is a unique collaboration that bridges the gap between education and professional performance, featuring the talented musicians from the LPO’s Foyle Future Firsts Development Programme, students from the Royal Academy of Music, and members of the LPO. **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Edward Gardner, Principal Conductor of the LPO - **Musicians:** Foyle Future First musicians, students from the Royal Academy of Music, and members of the LPO **Programme:** The evening's programme is inspired by the theme of memory and includes: - **Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin:** Each movement of this piece is dedicated to the memory of a friend of the composer who died in the First World War. - **Additional Related Repertoire:** Other pieces that complement the theme of memory. **Admission:** This event is free to attend, and no booking is required. Simply arrive at the Royal Festival Hall auditorium to enjoy the performance. **Support and Acknowledgements:** The Foyle Future Firsts Development Programme 2024/25 is generously funded by the Foyle Foundation. Instrument chairs are kindly supported by: - David Burke & Valerie Graham (clarinet) - John & Sam Dawson (percussion) - Judy Wrightson & Tony Llewellyn (violin) **Additional Information:** For more details and to stay updated on future events, sign up for our mailing list. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the future stars of orchestral music in a vibrant and moving performance. See you at the Royal Festival Hall!

### 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.

### Event Description: On the Transmigration of Souls - LPO **Event Title:** On the Transmigration of Souls - LPO **Date and Time:** Saturday, 18 January 2025, 7:30 PM **Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London **Tickets:** £7 - £70 (Book Now) **Event Overview:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an evocative evening of choral masterpieces under the baton of Conductor Emeritus Vladimir Jurowski. This concert, part of the "Moments Remembered" theme, features two monumental choral works that span centuries, offering a profound exploration of memory and meaning. **Programme:** 1. **Haydn - Missa in tempore belli (41')** - A joyous Mass setting that subtly hints at the distant rumble of conflict. 2. **György Kurtág - Petite musique solennelle (6')** - A moment of solemn reflection, inviting the audience to delve into their own memories. 3. **John Adams - On the Transmigration of Souls (25')** - A poignant tribute to the victims of 9/11, contrasting yet complementing Haydn's work with its modern resonance. **Performers:** - **Vladimir Jurowski** - Conductor - **Anna Devin** - Soprano - **Hanna Hipp** - Mezzo-soprano - **Rupert Charlesworth** - Tenor - **Trevor Eliot Bowes** - Bass - **London Philharmonic Choir** **Special Pre-Concert Event:** - **Time:** 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM - **Location:** Royal Festival Hall - **Details:** A free talk by LPO 2024/25 Writer-in-Residence Jeremy Eichler on the evening’s programme. **Offers & Discounts:** - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London. - **Group Bookings:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. **Critical Acclaim:** "Magnificently played and totally cogent account . . . with the London Philharmonic providing razor-sharp accompaniment under Vladimir Jurowski's superb direction." - The Times **Additional Information:** For more details and to book tickets, visit the London Philharmonic Orchestra's website. Sign up for the mailing list to stay updated on future events and offers.

### Event Description: Vivaldi's Four Seasons - LPO **Event Title:** Vivaldi's Four Seasons - LPO **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 22 January 2025, 7:30 PM **Venue:** Queen Elizabeth Hall, London **Ticket Prices:** £10.50 - £45 **Event Overview:** Experience the timeless beauty of Vivaldi's Four Seasons performed live by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. This evening promises to be a captivating journey through the evocative sounds of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, brought to life by the Baroque specialist Richard Egarr and the LPO’s own Alice Ivy-Pemberton on violin. **Program:** - **Perry:** Requiem for Orchestra (7 minutes) - **Evan Williams:** Dead White Man Music Concerto for Harpsichord and Chamber Ensemble (31 minutes) - **Vivaldi:** The Four Seasons (45 minutes) **Performers:** - **Richard Egarr:** Conductor/Harpsichord - **Alice Ivy-Pemberton:** Violin **Special Notes:** As part of the "Moments Remembered" season, the concert will also feature a Vivaldi-inspired Requiem by African-American composer Julia Perry and a provocative piece by Evan Williams that explores his place in classical music as a young African-American composer. **Offers & Discounts:** - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London. - **Group Bookings:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. **Booking Information:** Secure your tickets now to ensure you don't miss this exquisite performance. [Book Now] **Critical Acclaim:** "The most sheerly exquisite playing came in the second movement. The tenderly beautiful solos by the LPO’s recently appointed co-leader Alice Ivy-Pemberton were the icing on the deliciously swaying slow-waltz cake." - The Guardian Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music that continues to inspire and enchant audiences worldwide.

### An Evening with Amjad Ali Khan - London Philharmonic Orchestra **Date and Time:** Saturday, 25 January 2025, 7:30 PM **Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London #### Event Overview: Join us for a mesmerizing evening featuring the legendary Sarod Grand Master Amjad Ali Khan, accompanied by his virtuoso sons, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash. This unique concert, conducted by the talented Lidiya Yankovskaya, promises to be a cultural journey that bridges continents and musical traditions. #### Program Highlights: - **Reena Esmail:** "REMember" - A vibrant new overture by the Indian-American composer. - **Amjad Ali Khan:** "Samaagam Concerto for Sarod" - A 70-minute concerto showcasing the intricate and soulful sounds of the sarod. - **A.R. Rahman:** Selections from iconic film soundtracks, including "Slumdog Millionaire" and "Bombay," celebrating the works of the composer known as the "Mozart of Madras." #### Performers: - **Lidiya Yankovskaya:** Conductor - **Amjad Ali Khan:** Sarod Virtuoso - **Amaan Ali Bangash:** Sarod - **Ayaan Ali Bangash:** Sarod #### Ticket Information: - **Price Range:** £7 - £70 - **Booking:** [Book Now](#) #### Special Offers: - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London. - **Group Discounts:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. #### Reviews: "Khan is a spiritual, expressive musician, a technically brilliant and inventive player." - The Inquirer Don't miss this extraordinary event that promises to be a celebration of musical excellence and cultural fusion. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable evening with Amjad Ali Khan and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.

### Event Description: Benjamin Grosvenor Plays Mozart with the London Philharmonic Orchestra **Event Title:** Benjamin Grosvenor Plays Mozart - LPO **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 29 January 2025, 6:30 PM **Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London **Ticket Prices:** £7 - £70 **Event Overview:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an enchanting evening of classical music featuring the renowned pianist Benjamin Grosvenor. Under the baton of LPO Principal Guest Conductor Karina Canellakis, the concert promises to be a captivating experience, blending the timeless beauty of Mozart with the evocative power of Sibelius. **Program:** - **Sibelius:** En Saga (17 minutes) - **Mozart:** Piano Concerto No. 21, K467 (29 minutes) - **Sibelius:** Lemminkäinen Suite (44 minutes) **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Karina Canellakis - **Piano:** Benjamin Grosvenor **Highlights:** - Benjamin Grosvenor will bring to life the majesty, beauty, and unchained melody of Mozart’s 21st Piano Concerto. - The concert will open with Sibelius’s gripping evocation of the Viking age, followed by the vivid and powerful retelling of ancient Finnish tales in the Lemminkäinen Suite. **Special Notes:** - The concert is generously supported by Victoria Robey CBE. - The Financial Times praises Grosvenor as "the real deal." **Offers & Discounts:** - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London. - **Group Discounts:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. **Booking Information:** - **Book Now:** [Link to booking page] **Additional Information:** - Sign up to the LPO mailing list for updates and more information on future events. Experience the wonder of live music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Benjamin Grosvenor in a concert that promises both sunlight and shadow, majesty and beauty. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable evening at the Royal Festival Hall.

### Event Description: Ravel & Rimsky-Korsakov - LPO in Brighton **Date and Time:** Saturday, 1 February 2025, 7:30 PM **Location:** Brighton Dome, Brighton **Event Overview:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) for an enchanting evening of classical music featuring the works of Ravel and Rimsky-Korsakov. This concert promises to transport you to a world of glittering excess, swashbuckling thrills, and pure silken seduction, all painted in sumptuous orchestral color. **Program:** - **Ravel:** - *Pavane pour une infante défunte* (6 minutes) - *Piano Concerto for the Left Hand* (19 minutes) - **Rimsky-Korsakov:** - *Scheherazade* (47 minutes) **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Juya Shin, LPO Fellow Conductor 2024/25 - **Pianist:** Nicholas McCarthy **Highlights:** - Experience Rimsky-Korsakov’s *Scheherazade*, a sensuous treat that narrates the tale of a wicked sultan, a beautiful princess, and a thousand and one nights of pleasure. - Enjoy Ravel at his most personal and powerful with the thrilling *Piano Concerto for the Left Hand*, performed by the astonishing pianist Nicholas McCarthy. **Special Offers:** - **Series Discounts:** - 10% discount for 2 concerts - 15% discount for 3 concerts - 20% discount for 4 concerts - **Free Drinks Offer:** Book all four concerts before the start of the 2024/25 season and receive a voucher for a free glass of house wine at Brighton Dome, redeemable pre-concert on 5 October 2024. - **Group Discounts:** - Groups of 10 or more receive a 20% discount on ticket prices. - Groups of 20 or more receive a 20% discount plus an extra complimentary ticket for the group organizer. **Tickets:** Prices range from £16.50 to £42. Tickets are on sale now. **Booking Information:** For tickets and more details, please contact the Brighton Dome Ticket Office. **Support:** The LPO Conducting Fellowship is generously supported by Patricia Haitink with additional support from Gini and Richard Gabbertas. **Book Now:** [Book your tickets](#) Don't miss this opportunity to witness one of the most exciting young conductors of today, Juya Shin, and the remarkable pianist Nicholas McCarthy, in a night of unforgettable music.

### Event Description: Symphonic Dances - LPO **Event Title:** Symphonic Dances - LPO **Date and Time:** Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 7:30 PM **Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London **Event Overview:** Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of electrifying music featuring Rachmaninoff’s final masterpiece, the "Symphonic Dances." Under the baton of conductor Juraj Valčuha, this concert promises to be a memorable experience, showcasing the technical brilliance and emotional depth of the orchestra. **Program:** - **Glazunov:** Concert Waltz No. 1 (11 minutes) - **Tchaikovsky:** Piano Concerto No. 1 (33 minutes) - **Rachmaninoff:** Symphonic Dances (35 minutes) **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Juraj Valčuha - **Piano Soloist:** Boris Giltburg **Highlights:** - **Juraj Valčuha** will lead the orchestra through a program that includes Glazunov’s elegant waltz, Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable Piano Concerto No. 1, and Rachmaninoff’s "Symphonic Dances." - **Boris Giltburg**, described by BBC Music Magazine as "characterful, sensitive, and technically dazzling," will bring his virtuosity to Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1. **Ticket Information:** - **Price Range:** £7 - £70 - **Booking:** [Book Now](#) **Offers & Discounts:** - **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London. - **Group Discounts:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts. **Additional Information:** - **Watch the Orchestra in Action:** Experience a preview with Rachmaninoff’s "Symphonic Dances" movement 2 and a scrolling score. - **Recording Available:** "Rachmaninoff: The Isle of the Dead & Symphonic Dances." **Contact and Sign-Up:** - **Mailing List:** [Sign up](#) to stay updated on future events and offers. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness a night of extraordinary music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Festival Hall. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.