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London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Simon Rattle

Mahler Symphony No 3

Sir Simon Rattle standing on the podium on the Barbican stage, facing the audience and smiling, with the London Symphony Orchestra standing behind him

A stellar line-up brings us Mahler’s vast hymn to the natural world, his Third Symphony, one of music’s most immersive and enjoyable works.

One of the most magnificent, cinematic orchestral works ever composed, Mahler’s six-movement Symphony No 3, completed in 1896, is an epic journey through the natural world. Opening with a raw, elemental awakening, the music visits the flowers of the meadow, the animal kingdom, humanity itself and angelic realms, all culminating in a profound statement of divine love that unfolds over 25 minutes.

The forces involved are colossal: 17 woodwind instruments, a 16-strong brass section including eight horns, an array of percussion, boys’ and women’s choirs and an alto soloist – all coming together for the ultimate adventure in sound.

Sir Simon Rattle has conducted Mahler’s symphonies all through his stellar career, and together with the LSO and a superb team of choirs and soloists, will bring this moving work to kaleidoscopic life.

The concert will finish at approximately 8.45pm, 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.