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London Symphony Orchestra/Half Six Fix – Vaughan Williams

with Sir Antonio Pappano

Conductor Sir Antonio Pappano is conducting the orchestra with strong movements, he is surrounded by musicians and by an attentive audience in the background.

Kick-start your evening with a 60-minute Half Six Fix concert featuring the music of Vaughan Williams. Introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.

Inspired by folk melodies, Vaughan Williams’ work was instrumental during the turn of the 20th century, establishing a distinct voice for British classical music. He began writing his Symphony while working as an ambulance cartman in World War I. Despite its tranquil exterior, he thought of the symphony as ‘Wartime music’.   

The ‘Pastoral’ Symphony is paired with Vaughan Williams’ optimistic Symphony No 8. One of Vaughan Williams’ most loved compositions, the piece is praised for its playful scherzo, melodic cavatina and triumphant finale.

Sir Antonio Pappano has a proven love of Vaughan Williams, this season completing his cycle of the composer’s symphonies with the LSO. His experience will no doubt provide enlightening analysis of the works in the pre-concert introduction.   

The concert will finish at approximately 7.45pm, with no interval (timings subject to change).

Produced by the London Symphony Orchestra. 

Ticket prices

Standard
From £19 (£15 + £4 transaction fee)

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.