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London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Simon Rattle

with Antoine Tamestit

Violist Antoine Tamestit in front of a black background imitating playing his instrument without the actual instrument being there. His eyes are closed.

Sir Simon Rattle returns for a sultry Debussy’s tone poem, a thrilling new viola concerto and Prokofiev’s Fifth – his most beautiful and compelling symphony.

With its shimmering harmonies conjuring dreamlike atmospheres, Debussy's Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune delighted early audiences with its hazy portrayal of a faun in the heat of a summer afternoon.

Prokofiev wrote his Symphony No 5 in 1944 as Soviet forces pushed back the Nazi invasion and wanted the work to ‘sing the praises of the free and happy man’. The music is steadfastly noble, with a powerfully epic first movement, a central Adagio of almost overwhelming beauty, and a heady, optimistic finale.

Plus, you can hear the UK premiere of Francesco Filidei’s theatrical, exploratory Concerto for Viola, which Sir Simon Rattle calls ‘a masterpeice’.

Sir Simon Rattle brings a mastery of orchestral colour to these vibrant works, and is joined by violist Antoine Tamestit, to whom Filidei has dedicated his Concerto.

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.