What’s on

Fri 24 Oct 2025, 19:30

Anchored by three Bach Sarabandes, cellist Seth Parker Woods explores three centuries of cello music, focusing on identity, storytelling, and polyphony.

Fri 24 Oct 2025, 19:30

Shostakovich’s shattering Eighth Symphony is the climax of a gripping all-Russian programme from BBC Symphony Orchestra guest conductor Hannu Lintu and viola phenom Timothy Ridout.

Sat 25 Oct 2025, 12:00

Join one of Indian classical music’s most acclaimed vocalists, authors, and cultural critics, Krishna, to explore Carnatic music’s evolution, challenges, and possibilities in the 21st century.
 

Sat 25 Oct 2025, 15:00

Inside the mind of a maestro, an exclusive journey with Ustad Shahid Parvez. Join us for an extraordinary glimpse into the musical philosophy of one of the world’s greatest living sitar virtuosos.

Sat 25 Oct 2025, 18:00

An unprecedented gathering of percussive brilliance honouring India's greatest tabla virtuoso, the late Ustad Zakir Hussain.

Sun 26 Oct 2025, 10:00

Transport yourself to the heart of South India without leaving London for a traditional morning kacheri - the authentic Chennai experience.

Sun 26 Oct 2025, 12:00

A rare opportunity to explore the revolutionary legacy of the world's most celebrated tabla virtuoso, the late Ustad Zakir Hussain, through the eyes of his foremost disciple, Pandit Yogesh Samsi. 

Sun 26 Oct 2025, 15:00

Beyond Accompaniment: The Harmonium Re-imagined. Experience one of India’s most ubiquitous instruments in a new light. Witness the harmonium, traditionally an accompanist, take centre stage.

Sun 26 Oct 2025, 17:00

A once-in-a-lifetime double bill featuring musical royalty from India's most illustrious gharanas

Tue 28 Oct 2025, 20:00

Barbican artist-in-residence Davóne Tines performs a multidisciplinary all-Julius Eastman program curated by Seth Parker Woods, alongside AMOC* & Kyle Marshall Dance Company. 

Wed 29 Oct 2025, 18:30

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

Thu 30 Oct 2025, 19:00

Stravinsky and Gubaidulina breathe vivid, visceral life into Russian fairy tales, plus Shostakovich’s most beautiful and riveting concerto. 

Fri 31 Oct 2025, 19:30

Dark fire and glittering ice: Mozart’s Requiem crowns an evening of deep emotions and natural wonders from Sakari Oramo and pianist Martin Helmchen.

Sat 1 Nov 2025, 19:30

Bringing an alternative slant to American minimalism, London's Explore Ensemble and the EXAUDI Vocal Ensemble present a major new work by Catherine Lamb, alongside music by James Tenney & Steve Reich.

Sun 2 Nov 2025, 14:30

A fun opportunity for families to learn more about music and the instruments of the orchestra, with music based on a theme and free workshops before the concert.