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London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano

Holst, Korngold and Shostakovich

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Sir Antonio Pappano and Vilde Frang performing on the Barbican stage

Korngold tugs at the heart in his Hollywood-flavoured concerto, while Shostakovich’s Fifth unleashes big tunes and white-hot intensity. 

By the time Korngold had begun his 1945 Violin Concerto, the Austrian composer had scored the soundtracks for fifteen Hollywood films. You’ll hear that cinematic sheen in his wonderful concerto, from its sweeping opening to the helter-skelter hoe-down of the finale. 

In his Fifth Symphony, Shostakovich proved his music could achieve mass appeal, as Stalin demanded. But beneath its brilliant tunes lies a darker, more sardonic work … 

The concert begins with Imogen Holst’s Persephone, a beautifully orchestrated depiction of the mythical character, with hints of Debussy and Ravel in the music. 

Joining the LSO and Sir Antonio Pappano is Norwegian superstar violinist Vilde Frang, who brings a touch of magic to Korngold’s gilded concerto. 

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Produced by the London Symphony Orchestra

Programme

  • Imogen Holst    Persephone
  • Erich Wolfgang Korngold   Violin Concerto
  • Dmitri Shostakovich    Symphony No 5

Performers

  • Sir Antonio Pappano   conductor
  • Vilde Frang   violin

Ticket prices

Standard
£18–72 *
* Excludes £4 booking fee

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Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
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