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Holst, Gershwin and Martin with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

with Jean-Yves Thibaudet

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The woodwind section of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on stage

Robert Ziegler leads you on a journey through space and time with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. 

Before Holst’s classic portrayal of the solar system, we will hear Manu Martin’s Cosmic Rhapsody, based on a narrative created by Susan Lim and Christina Teenz Tan. In the piece, the quest for solutions to Earth's environmental crisis intertwines with elements of suspense, drama, romance, intrigue, and scientific exploration. 

Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet, described by Seen and Heard as 'electrifying', joins the orchestra for this unexpected, beautiful and epic journey.

Tagged with: Classical music Young Barbican

This performance will finish at approximately 9.45pm, including a 20-minute interval

Promoted by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Programme

Manu Martin Lim Cosmic Rhapsody for Piano and Orchestra
George Gershwin (arr Schoenfeld/Rothman) I Got Rhythm Variations
Gustav Holst The Planets

Performers

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Robert Ziegler conductor
Jean-Yves Thibaudet piano
City of London Choir
London Voices

Ticket prices

£10

Aged 14–25? Join Young Barbican for free.

Subject to availability.

Wheelchair spaces and free companion seats may now be booked online. 

Please select the relevant preferences on the access registration page during your booking so we can provide you with the correct information and discounts.

Booking a wheelchair space: Select a seat displaying the wheelchair user icon and then select wheelchair user ticket type. The ticket will be priced at the lowest price for that event. If you need an essential companion, please select the click the E icon next to the wheelchair space you have selected. 

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15% off 6–9 people 
25% off 10–29 people
35% off 30+ people

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*Excludes £4 booking fee

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The woodwind section of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on stage

Manu Martin introduces Cosmic Rhapsody

Meet Manu Martin, the composer behind the trilogy The Fantasy of Companionship, Cosmic Rhapsody for Piano and Orchestra, and Symphony of the Oceans — all based on a narrative created by Susan Lim and Christina Teenz Tan.

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