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London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Simon Rattle

Tippett, Turnage & Vaughan Williams

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Sir Simon Rattle conducting the LSO

An all-British programme of Tippett, Turnage and Vaughan Williams inspired by opera and jazz – including an unmissable world premiere, to celebrate Sir Simon Rattle’s 70th birthday. 

Tippett’s Ritual Dances are from his ravishing opera The Midsummer Marriage, a work brimming over with mythology, symbolism and psychological journeys.

Turnage has worked with legendary jazz guitarist John Scofield for over two decades, and the world premiere of Sco, a new Guitar Concerto, is a landmark moment in the repertoire – commissioned to celebrate Sir Simon Rattle’s 70th birthday. 

Vaughan Williams’ Symphony No 5, dedicated to Sibelius, is one of the composer’s most heartfelt statements, evolving from a wistful opening prelude to a calm, meditative conclusion. 

Sir Simon Rattle leads the LSO players across a glorious range of orchestral colours and styles, joined by the legendary John Scofield for a brand new Guitar Concerto.

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This performance will end at approximately 9.10pm, including a 20-minute interval (timings subject to change).

Commission of Sco– Guitar Concerto generously supported by Susie Thomson

Recorded for broadcast on BBC Radio 3

Produced by the London Symphony Orchestra
 

Programme

  • Michael Tippett   'Ritual Dances' from Midsummer Marriage
  • Mark-Anthony Turnage   Sco – Guitar Concerto (world premiere)
  • Ralph Vaughan Williams   Symphony No 5

Performers

  • London Symphony Orchestra  
  • Sir Simon Rattle   conductor
  • John Scofield   guitar

Hall

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
​​​​​​​The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.