Join the RCM Symphony Orchestra for an exhilarating hour of music exploring the musical instruments and themes of Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique.

In this exciting musical treat, embark on a musical journey involving a love story, a spinning ballroom, a day in the countryside, a nightmare and a witches’ sabbath.

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Lunchtime Concert for Schools

Royal College of Music

### Event Description: Mahler’s Fifth - LPO

**Event Title:** Mahler’s Fifth - LPO

**Date and Time:** Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 7:30 PM

**Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London

**Event Overview:**
Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an unforgettable evening as they perform Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 under the baton of conductor Robin Ticciati. This symphony, renowned for its journey from darkness to light, begins with a powerful trumpet fanfare and culminates in a triumphant orchestral storm. The performance will also feature the rapturous Adagietto, one of music’s sweetest love letters.

**Program:**
- **Robert Schumann:** Piano Concerto (31 minutes)
- **Gustav Mahler:** Symphony No. 5 (72 minutes)

**Performers:**
- **Conductor:** Robin Ticciati
- **Piano:** Francesco Piemontesi

Robin Ticciati, the Music Director of Glyndebourne, will be joined by pianist Francesco Piemontesi for Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto, showcasing the special rapport between these two artists.

**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.

**Critical Acclaim:**
"Ticciati conducts with great beauty and a keen sense of dramatic pace." - The Guardian

**Additional Information:**
- **Watch the Orchestra in Action:** Enjoy performances of Mahler Symphony No. 5, mvt 2, Mahler Symphony No. 5, Adagietto, and Schumann Piano Concerto.
- **On the LPO Label:** Discover recordings of Mahler: Symphony No. 5.

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Experience the emotional depth and grandeur of Mahler’s Fifth Symphony with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Secure your tickets now for an evening of extraordinary music.

Mahler’s Fifth

Royal Festival Hall

Experience an electrifying evening with the London Symphony Orchestra as they present a captivating concert featuring the works of Vivier, Haydn, and Bartók. Join us at the iconic Barbican on Thursday, 20 March 2025, at 7pm for a performance that promises to be both epic and vast. Under the baton and voice of the multi-talented Barbara Hannigan, both conductor and soprano, the evening will explore miracles and myths through music that spans the surreal to the celestial.

The concert will open with Claude Debussy's "Syrinx for Solo Flute," a piece that evokes the desperate escape of the nymph Syrinx from the god Pan, performed by Gareth Davies, LSO Principal Flute. This will be followed by Jean Sibelius' "Luonnotar," a work that delves into the origins of the earth, and Claude Vivier's "Orion," which takes the audience on a journey through the mysteries of outer space. The first half will conclude with Golfam Khayam's "Je ne suis pas une fable à conter," inspired by the rich tapestry of Persian carpets.

After the interval, the orchestra will present Joseph Haydn's Symphony No. 39, a piece that combines delicacy with determination, and Béla Bartók's "The Miraculous Mandarin Suite," a thrilling score that defies death itself.

The concert will conclude at approximately 8:45 pm, including a 20-minute interval. Tickets are available in various price ranges, with a booking fee per online or phone transaction. Special discounts are available, including Wildcards for guaranteed entry with seat allocation on the day, multibuy discounts, and special rates for groups, students, and under-18s.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the London Symphony Orchestra and Barbara Hannigan in a performance that bridges the gap between the mythic and the modern. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable night of music at the Barbican.

Vivier, Haydn and Bartók

Barbican Centre

'Irresistible zest, controlled impetuosity, dreamy sensibility and a nostalgic expression' – Berlioz on performing his own music

Rafael Payare is at the helm for what is sure to be a spellbinding RCM Symphony Orchestra concert, featuring Berlioz’ dramatic and passionate Symphonie fantastique as well as Carlos Simon's piece inspired by an entry in Beethoven’s journal, 'Fate Now Conquers', and Beethoven's First Piano Concerto performed by Magdalene Ho.

Berlioz was a Romantic through and through, and the young man at the heart of the Symphonie fantastique’s story might have been the composer himself, his obsessive nature represented by a recurring motif or ‘ideé fixe’. In the opening ‘Reveries, Passions’, Berlioz conjures up what he called ‘volcanic love’, followed by a waltzing ball scene and pastoral interlude. Then come the sinister ‘March to the Scaffold’ and nightmarish ‘Dream of a Witches’ Sabbath’, reflecting what Berlioz described as the key elements of his style: ‘passionate expression, inner warmth, rhythmic impetus and unexpectedness’.

RCM Symphony Orchestra: Symphonie fantastique

In this special concert the RCMJD Symphony Orchestra evokes the power of the sea in Doreen Carwithen’s dramatic overture Bishop Rock.

Composed in 1952, the work portrays both the stormy and calm environments of the Bishop Rock lighthouse located a few miles off the Isles of Scilly. The concert will also feature a performance by the winner of the 2024 Peter Morrison Concerto Competition.

RCMJD Symphony Orchestra Concert: Carwithen and Co

Spring Concert March 2025

Smith Square Hall

A Child of our Time was Tippett’s response to Kristallnacht, a Nazi pogrom against German Jews. In a unique, utterly touching musical language his oratorio explores the darkness of the world and of individuals. A powerful collective spirit is forged in the famous spirituals. 

London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano

Rachmaninov’s world was turned completely upside down by the Great War. Severed from his roots, he fled Russia and began a career as a globetrotting pianist. His devilish set of variations, performed here by Bruce Liu – winner of the 2021 International Chopin Competition – embodies this nomadic life: written in Switzerland, premiered in America, based on a tune by Italian violinist Niccolò Paganini and infused with Rachmaninov’s own Russian style. Composers Erich Korngold and Béla Bartók were also forced by politics to leave their homes: both fled from fascism to the New World, and Korngold’s swashbuckling film score is practically a hymn to freedom. Bartók’s spectacular Concerto for Orchestra, meanwhile, is more than just a multi-coloured showcase, it’s a struggle between darkness and light, crowned by a mighty shout of joy.

Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra

The Berliner Barock Solisten and pianist Alexandros Kapelis come together for Bach’s six concertos for solo keyboard and orchestra: a tour-de-force not seen on the concert stage in recent memory.

Berliner Barock Solisten/Kapelis – Bach: Complete Keyboard Concertos

### Event Description: Alina Ibragimova Plays Prokofiev with the London Philharmonic Orchestra

#### Date and Time:
- **Wednesday, 26 March 2025**
- **6:30 PM**

#### Venue:
- **Royal Festival Hall, London**

#### Event Overview:
Join us for an enchanting evening as the London Philharmonic Orchestra, under the dynamic baton of Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu, presents a captivating program featuring the phenomenal violinist Alina Ibragimova. This concert promises to be a magical journey through some of the most evocative and powerful works in the classical repertoire.

#### Program:
1. **Kaija Saariaho** - *Orion* (22 minutes)
   - A vision of cosmic beauty from the late, great composer.
   
2. **Sergei Prokofiev** - *Violin Concerto No. 1* (20 minutes)
   - In a time of revolution, Prokofiev’s First Violin Concerto wove fairytale magic, and no one makes it dance like Alina Ibragimova.
   
3. **Carl Nielsen** - *Symphony No. 5* (35 minutes)
   - Nielsen’s Fifth Symphony is a shattering struggle for the future of existence itself, a piece that simply has to be experienced live.

#### Performers:
- **Hannu Lintu**, Conductor
- **Alina Ibragimova**, Violin

#### 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 our Southbank Centre concerts.

#### Reviews:
- "The phenomenal Alina Ibragimova was the night's brilliant star." - *The Guardian*

#### Additional Information:
- **Recording Available:** Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1 & Symphony No. 3 on the LPO Label.
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Experience the wonder of live music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Alina Ibragimova. This is an evening not to be missed!

Alina Ibragimova plays Prokofiev

The RCM’s emerging conductors take the opportunity to shine in this student-curated concert featuring a selection of short orchestral works.

From Debussy's much-loved masterpiece to an arrangement of Gershwin’s ‘jazz concerto’, there is something for everyone.

 Conductors' Podium: Rhapsody in Blue

Detroit Opera is crossing the Atlantic to bring an unforgettable night of performance to London's Eventim Apollo on March 28, 2025. Known for their mesmerizing performances and captivating storytelling, Detroit Opera will leave you spellbound. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of opera in one of London's most iconic venues. The show begins at 18:30. Secure your tickets now at https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/distant-worlds-music-from-final-fantasy-london-28-03-2025/event/36006137D522322C. For more information about Detroit Opera, visit their official website at detroitopera.org.

Distant Worlds: Music from FINAL FANTASY

Eventim Apollo

Experience the magic of opera with the Detroit Opera, as they take the stage at London's renowned Eventim Apollo on March 29, 2025. Known for their captivating performances, the Detroit Opera brings a taste of the USA to the heart of London. This is a unique opportunity to witness the fusion of two vibrant cultural scenes. The performance starts at 13:30, so make sure you book your tickets in advance to secure your spot. For more information and ticket booking, visit the primary event link. Don't miss this transatlantic musical extravaganza!

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY

### Event Description: Tan Dun's Water Concerto - LPO

**Event Title:** Tan Dun's Water Concerto - LPO

**Date and Time:** Saturday, 29 March 2025, 7:30 PM

**Venue:** Queen Elizabeth Hall, London

**Ticket Prices:** £7.50 - £45

**Event Overview:**
Experience an evening of extraordinary music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra as they present Tan Dun's Water Concerto. This event promises to be a captivating journey through modern classical music, featuring compositions that push the boundaries of traditional orchestral performance.

**Program:**
- **Arvo Pärt:** Symphony No. 1 "Polyphonic" (16 minutes)
- **Tan Dun:** Water Concerto (27 minutes)
- **Witold Lutosławski:** Symphony No. 3 (28 minutes)

**Performers:**
- **Conductor:** Eva Ollikainen
- **Percussionist:** Colin Currie

**Highlights:**
- **Colin Currie**, described by The Spectator as "the world’s finest and most daring percussionist," will perform Tan Dun's culture-crossing Water Concerto.
- **Eva Ollikainen** will lead the orchestra in rediscovering two modern classics by Arvo Pärt and Witold Lutosławski, showcasing the innovative spirit of composers who thrived even under challenging circumstances.

**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.

**Booking Information:**
Secure your tickets now to ensure you don't miss this unique musical event. Visit the London Philharmonic Orchestra's website to book your seats.

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**Note:** Please be aware of the venue location and plan your visit accordingly.

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Join us for an unforgettable evening of music that transcends cultural boundaries and explores new ways of listening.

Tan Dun's Water Concerto

Southbank Centre

LSO Family Concerts are a fun, informative way for families to experience live music together and learn more about the instruments of the orchestra. Each concert is based on a theme, with free workshops before the performance, and the opportunity for everyone to get involved by playing or singing along with the audience participation piece during the concert.

London Symphony Orchestra: Family Concert

With some pieces, you really need to feel the floor shake. Experience Janáček’s jubilant Sinfonietta, as 14 trumpets line up across the stage and Janáček’s salute to his hometown of Brno goes supernova in a blaze of glory. It takes a lot to follow Bartók’s Cantata Profana and Ravel’s astonishing Piano Concerto for the Left Hand - but if anyone can do it, it’s Janáček.

Stasevska conducts Ravel

The English Chamber Orchestra marks its 65th anniversary with a programme celebrating English music which has been at the heart of its music-making for over 60 years.

The Lark Ascending

Cadogan Hall 

 European Horizons: RCM at the Austrian Cultural Forum

Austrian Cultural Forum

‘Take me away… I have killed her: Carmen, my beloved!’ Bizet’s Carmen is one of the world’s most popular operas, and with good reason – it’s bursting with melodies that, once heard, are never forgotten. Tonight’s concert climaxes with an orchestral journey through this tale of doomed passion beneath the blazing Spanish sun: from the seductive Habanera to the swaggering Toreador’s Song, it’s just hit after hit after hit. But then, everything in this colourful programme is charged with drama. Stephanie Childress unleashes a whole evening of operatic passion, from Rossini’s showstopper of an overture (you already know how it goes!) to the imperial splendour of Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin. Who needs singers – especially when we’ve got a soloist as charismatic as cellist Anastasia Kobekina in Tchaikovsky’s delightful Variations on a Rococo Theme?

Bizet’s Carmen Symphony

### Event Description: Crossing Generations - LPO

**Event Title:** Crossing Generations - LPO

**Date and Time:** Wednesday, 12 March 2025, 7:30 PM

**Venue:** Queen Elizabeth Hall, London

**Ticket Prices:** £7.50 - £45

**Event Overview:**
Join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of musical exploration and cultural fusion in "Crossing Generations." This concert, conducted by the acclaimed Kevin John Edusei, features a diverse program that bridges different eras and styles, showcasing the works of Frank Zappa, Bohuslav Martinů, and Dinuk Wijeratne.

**Program:**
1. **Frank Zappa** - The Dog Breath Variations/Uncle Meat Outrage at Valdez G-Spot Tornado (15 minutes)
2. **Dinuk Wijeratne** - Clarinet Concerto (European Premiere, 27 minutes)
3. **Bohuslav Martinů** - Symphony No. 6 Fantaisies symphoniques (25 minutes)

**Performers:**
- **Kevin John Edusei** - Conductor
- **Kinan Azmeh** - Clarinet

**Event Highlights:**
- Experience the psychedelic sounds of Frank Zappa, a pioneer of 1960s pop culture.
- Witness the European premiere of Dinuk Wijeratne's Clarinet Concerto, performed by the phenomenal Syrian clarinettist Kinan Azmeh.
- Enjoy the lush, fantastical symphony of Bohuslav Martinů, a Czech composer in exile.

**Special Notes:**
- Kinan Azmeh's rhapsodic clarinet performance is described by the Los Angeles Times as having the ability to "seduce with a rare intimacy and explode in ecstasy."

**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:**
- **Book Now:** [Link to booking page]

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Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience a concert that transcends generations and cultural boundaries, brought to life by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and world-class artists.

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