Name: Music of the Sun King
Start: 2026-01-30T20:00:00
Location: RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music)

Prepare to be swept away by the BBC Philharmonic's vibrant 2026 event series, a musical exploration of diverse styles and eras. From the opulent baroque sounds of Versailles to the American influences in Dvořák's New World Symphony, this series promises to captivate audiences with its rich tapestry of global music traditions. Featuring renowned soloists and conductors, each performance offers a unique auditory experience that ranges from the classical grandeur of Beethoven's 'Eroica' to the contemporary genius of Julia Wolfe's 'Anthracite Fields'.

A Sonic Journey Through Time: BBC Philharmonic's 2026 Event Series

Zoë Beyers

Gwyn Owen

Jennifer Galloway

Jonathan Cohen

BBC Philharmonic

Music from the court of Versailles begins and ends this sparkling exploration of the baroque. Jonathan Cohen leads a slimmed-down BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and shows just how flexible this group of players can be, as they weave their way through a selection of dances, fugues and concertos.

Music of the Sun King

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