Name: Víkingur Ólafsson & Yuja Wang: Two Pianos
Start: 2024-11-01T19:00:00
Location: Southbank Centre

London's classical music scene is set to dazzle with a series of extraordinary events. From the mesmerizing 'Shimmering Interference' exploring the works of Béla Bartók and John Adams at Smith Square Hall to the spellbinding two piano performance by Víkingur Ólafsson & Yuja Wang at Southbank Centre, audiences are in for a treat. Don't miss the poignant 'On the Transmigration of Souls' by John Adams, a tribute to the victims of 9/11, performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra at Royal Festival Hall.

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Prepare to be captivated by the timeless compositions of Sergey Rachmaninoff as London's most prestigious orchestras and venues come alive with his masterpieces. From the youthful exuberance of his First Piano Concerto with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican, to the soul-stirring choral symphony The Bells conducted by Edward Gardner at the Royal Festival Hall, Rachmaninoff's legacy echoes throughout London. Experience the rich, deep sorrow of Rachmaninoff’s grandest works interpreted by world-class musicians in iconic locations like the Southbank Centre, Barbican Centre, and Cadogan Hall.

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London's concert halls are set to resonate with the enchanting and meditative compositions of Arvo Pärt. From the violin brilliance of Daniel Pioro at Wigmore Hall to the piano duets of Víkingur Ólafsson and Yuja Wang at Southbank Centre, and the mesmerizing cello performances by Yo-Yo Ma at the Barbican, each event promises to be a celebration of Pärt's timeless music. Not to be missed are the Purcell School’s student ensembles at Smith Square Hall, the Christmas-themed 'In Dulci Jubilo,' and the Gesualdo Six at Wigmore Hall, culminating in the spectacular Tan Dun's Water Concerto at Southbank Centre.

Discover Arvo Pärt's Musical Legacy in London: A Series of Unforgettable Concerts

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Southbank Centre

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Víkingur Ólafsson & Yuja Wang: Two Pianos

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