Name: Beethoven 200: III
Start: 2027-10-05T19:30:00
Location: Cadogan Hall

Elizabeth Sombart

Michalis Economou

Cadogan Hall

Rimma Sushanskaya continues her symphonic series, offering an evening of soaring romanticism, featuring beloved works by Smetana, Bruch and Rachmaninov.

The programme begins with Bedřich Smetana’s vivid tone poem, Vltava (The Moldau), which traces the river’s journey from its source to its powerful climax in Prague.

The journey continues with Max Bruch’s lyrical Violin Concerto No. 1, celebrated for its dramatic expression and rich melodies, performed by the acclaimed soloist Coco Tomita.

National Symphony Orchestra

2026 marks the centennial of two visionary architects of modern jazz: Miles Davis and John Coltrane. To celebrate their enduring legacy, two of today’s most innovative and influential bandleaders – Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane – join forces for an exceptional concert.

Blanchard and Coltrane, both deeply connected to the spirit and lineage of these jazz icons, embody the very essence of creativity, futurism, transcendence, freedom – and the timeless ‘birth of cool’ that defined Miles and Trane’s artistry.

Ravi Coltrane and Terence Blanchard

Join the 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra for a celebration of one of the most iconic figures in swing music history – the incomparable Nat King Cole.

Enjoy timeless classics such as ‘Mona Lisa’, ‘Let’s Face the Music and Dance’ and ‘L‑O‑V‑E’ brought back to life by the instrumentalists and vocalists of the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra – one of the few UK Jazz ensembles to feature a string section.

Celebrating Nat King Cole

West London Chorus celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a concert featuring three of the greatest composers of the 18th century.

In 1707, the 22-year-old Handel was living in Rome, a time when operatic performances were forbidden. That ban in no way precluded his composition of vivid, dramatic music, as is demonstrated by two psalm settings: Nisi Dominus (Psalm 127) and in particular, Dixit Dominus (Psalm 110), whose tremendous energy and exuberant choruses mark it as one of his finest works.

London Mozart Players perform the most popular of J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos, No. 3, noted for its unusual two-movement structure and the energy of its complex instrumental interplay.

Bach, Handel & Mozart

Jazz guitarist Sam Dunn leads an all-star quartet featuring saxophonist Dave O’Higgins, playing music from Blue Note’s legendary golden era of the ’50s and ’60s. Taking a deep dive into lesser-played music by artists such as Grant Green, Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan and Larry Young, fans of hard bop will love this band’s driving swing, propelled by Hammond organist Liam Dunachie and drummer Dave Ohm.

Sam Dunn Quartet

Inspired by hearing Handel in London – and with the parting gift of a libretto intended for that composer – Haydn was inspired to write his most ambitious work to date. From ‘chaos’, where classical harmonic logic is repeatedly contradicted, it moves on to the most famous C major chord in music on “Let There Be Light”.

The biblical days of creation are then depicted in a sequence of solos, each ‘day’ ending with a powerful chorus, culminating in the arrival in Eden of a pre-lapsarian Adam and Eve.

Haydn: The Creation

Escaping Time is a collaboration between harpist Valeria Clarke, guitarist and producer Peter Michaels, and Brazilian percussionist Marcinho Pereira. The group explore the boundaries between classical music, electronica and South American grooves. With influences from Eric Satie, Brian Eno, Goldie and Heitor Villa-Lobos, they perform unique versions of well-known pieces together with their own original compositions.

Escaping Time

Cadogan Hall 

Stacey Kent is an American jazz singer in the mould of the greats. With a legion of fans and a host of honours and awards, including a Grammy nomination, Platinum and Gold-selling albums that have reached chart-topping positions, and more than one billion streams, she has garnered a huge international audience with her delicately nuanced interpretations of standards, chanson, Bossa Nova and originals.

Stacey Kent

Where nostalgia meets passion – relive the golden era of Arabic music.

Experience the timeless magic of Abdel Halim Hafez in a spectacular live tribute headlined by acclaimed Lebanese artist Saad Ramadan, accompanied by the Echoes of the Orient Choir and Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Pierre Khawam. This production revives the unforgettable masterpieces of one of the Arab world’s most beloved musical legends.

Known for his emotional delivery and remarkable vocal resemblance, Saad Ramadan brings new life to Abdel Halim’s iconic repertoire with authenticity, passion, and contemporary sophistication.

Homage to Abdel Halim Hafez

A roaring, soaring musical for brave little dragons everywhere! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to life in this delightful musical for children.

Zog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school.  He’s also the most accident-prone, flying into trees, and even setting his own wing alight. Thankfully, a kind girl comes along to patch up his scratches and scrapes – but can she help him with his biggest challenge yet, so that he can finally win a golden star?

This charming smash-hit show, from the producers of Stick Man and Zog and the Flying Doctors and featuring joyful songs by Joe Stilgoe with beautiful puppets by Little Angel, is a treat for children and adults alike.

ZOG – Live on Stage

Brothers in Harmony brings the Philharmonia Orchestra together with brothers Kevin and Carey Tan for a distinctive evening at Cadogan Hall, pairing two of the most celebrated piano concertos in the repertoire with bold, original symphonic works.

The programme features Beethoven’s ‘Emperor’ Piano Concerto and Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by pianist Kevin Tan, alongside two large-scale symphonies by award-winning composer Carey Tan: The Cries of War and The Rise & Fall of AI Humanity. Carey Tan also joins the orchestra on marimba in his own symphonies, adding a vivid colour to the orchestral sound world.

Brothers in Harmony: Where Beethoven & Rachmaninov Meet New Voices

Todd Rundgren performs at Cadogan Hall on his Damned If I Do tour, promising a night packed with fan favourites. As he puts it himself: “It’s always a challenge for me because my audience is so diverse, I never know what they’re in the mood for. I want to make sure we have all the musical ammunition we need to satisfy the spectrum.”

A mercurial performer, writer, producer and technological trailblazer, Rundgren has spent more than five decades redefining what an artist can be. His innovations span broadcast, graphics, video, VR, online music and interactive media – a catalogue of genuine firsts.

Todd Rundgren

The third in a landmark series of four concerts marking the bicentenary of Beethoven (1770–1827), all performed by the world-famous Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.