Allan Clayton

Will Liverman

Sir Antonio Pappano

London Symphony Orchestra

Join us for a profound evening of remembrance and hope as Sir Antonio Pappano leads the London Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Benjamin Britten's monumental "War Requiem." This event, set against the historic backdrop of the Royal Albert Hall, will take place on Saturday, 17 August 2024, at 7:30 pm.

"War Requiem," a piece lasting 84 minutes, was inspired by the devastating bombing of Coventry during World War II. Britten's composition is a powerful commentary on the tragedy of war, combining the innocent voices of the Tiffin Boys’ Choir with the London Symphony Chorus and the BBC Symphony Chorus. The performance also features three outstanding vocal soloists: Allan Clayton (tenor), Will Liverman (baritone), and the collective force of the London Symphony Orchestra.

This event not only showcases the talents of Sir Antonio Pappano and the participating choirs but also serves as a poignant reminder of the cost of conflict, offering a message of peace and reconciliation that resonates as strongly today as it did at its premiere 62 years ago.

Tickets for this unforgettable evening are available, with prices ranging from £15 to £64, plus a booking fee. Secure your seat from 18 May at the Royal Albert Hall and be part of a night where music and history intertwine to create a hopeful vision from the ashes of destruction.

Sir Antonio Pappano: Britten’s War Requiem