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London Symphony Orchestra/Thomas Adès

Thomas Adès and Anna Dennis

Thomas Adès conducting the LSO on the Barbican stage

Composer and conductor Thomas Adès celebrates elemental Sibelius, shimmering Saariaho, and a new version of his darkly prescient orchestral fable.

Thomas Adès returns to the LSO, showcasing two of Sibelius’ most enigmatic works, beginning with the myth-inspired Les Océanides, its shimmering, surging soundscapes painting unsettling portraits of ocean nymphs. The late Symphony No 7 is a short work of haunting beauty, its primeval trombone call shining like a beacon through the Finnish mists.

Fellow Finn Kaija Saariaho takes up the sea theme with Oltra mar (Across the Sea) for chorus and orchestra. Full of almost overwhelmingly powerful textures, it examines themes of travel, love, time and death. And Thomas Adès’ ominous America foretells the apocalyptic end of a great nation with disorientating intensity.

Thomas Adès and the LSO are joined by the London Symphony Chorus and soprano Anna Dennis for works guaranteed to penetrate deep into your soul.

The concert will finish at approximately 9pm, including a 20-minute interval (timings subject to change).

Produced by the London Symphony Orchestra. 

Ticket prices

Standard
From £22 (£18 + £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.