What’s on

Wed 1 Sep –Fri 31 Dec 2021

Barbican Presents brings some of the greatest international classical artists, orchestras and ensembles to London, in a stimulating and eclectic mix of classical, contemporary, and Baroque music.

Wed 1 Sep –Fri 31 Dec 2021

The London Symphony Orchestra was established in 1904 and has a unique ethos and an inimitable signature sound. It has been the Resident Orchestra at the Barbican since the Centre opened in 1982.

Wed 1 Sep –Fri 31 Dec 2021

The backbone of the BBC Proms and one of the UK's finest orchestras, the BBC SO performs a thrilling, distinctive range of music, from works at the heart of classical music to contemporary premieres.

Wed 1 Sep –Fri 31 Dec 2021

Famed for its dazzling musicianship and thrilling programmes, Britten Sinfonia is unique in not having a principal conductor or director, choosing instead to focus on its virtuoso musicians.

Wed 1 Sep –Fri 31 Dec 2021

The Academy of Ancient Music brings to life music from Monteverdi to Mozart in the way it was first intended to be heard.

Wed 1 Sep –Fri 31 Dec 2021

Come to a Half Six Fix for a burst of music with the London Symphony Orchestra to kick-start your evening.  

Tue 28 Sep 2021 –Thu 10 Feb 2022

Enjoy the full Barbican Music experience from the comfort of your home as we live-stream concerts from incredible artists across the worlds of classical, jazz, contemporary and more.

Thu 21 –Sun 24 Oct 2021

Explore the finest Indian classical music in the heart of London.

Sat 18 Dec 2021 –Sat 1 Jan 2022

Get in the festive spirit with the Raymond Gubbay Christmas Festival 2021. 

Sun 23 Jan 2022

Art created in unimaginable conditions – a BBC Symphony Orchestra Total Immersion day presenting music of the ghettos and camps of Nazi-occupied Europe.