What’s on

Sir Antonio Pappano conducts two dramatic, emotionally intense American symphonies, both born of 20th-century tumult. 

The LSSO returns to the Barbican following its summer tour of Yorkshire and Birmingham, with a programme including Sibelius' Finlandia and Shostakovich's Fifth Symphony.

Kick-start your evening with a 60-minute Half Six Fix concert. Sir Antonio Pappano introduces and conducts Copland's Third Symphony, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.

Beethoven’s defiant Symphony No 5 meets the sneering mockery of Shostakovich and Prokofiev in exhilarating mood.

Violinist Janine Jansen showcases Britten’s soulful concerto before the LSO launches into Shostakovich’s scathing criticism of Stalin.

Experience the passage of time through a surprising and utterly fresh interpretation of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.

Guildhall School launches a new academic year with a spectacular evening, including Puccini’s Messa di Gloria, under the baton of internationally acclaimed conductor Daniela Candillari.

Rising star Jeneba Kanneh-Mason is the soloist in Mozart’s exquisite and lyrical concerto, while Britten Sinfonia performs Schubert’s most Mozart-like symphony, filled with grace and invention.

Celebrating 30 years since forming at Guildhall, the Quartz Saxophone Quartet returns to launch a new CD with music by Mick Foster, joined by Guildhall performers.

The UK premiere of award-winning Bushra El-Turk’s contemporary opera, inspired by a song from Egyptian legend Oum Kalthoum, with star singers Ghalia Benali, Dima Orsho & Bernadeta Astari.

Sakari Oramo and the BBC Symphony Orchestra open their new season with Mahler’s heartrending Ninth Symphony.

One of the most influential pianists of the 21st century plays music by Fauré, Schumann and Chopin.

The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir is joined by the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra for an evening of beloved 20th century works in celebration of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt's 90th birthday. 

Become Ocean: Dalia Stasevska conducts John Luther Adams’s 21st century cult classic.

The BBC Singers and Principal Guest Conductor Owain Park join forces with acclaimed Nigerian-Scottish trumpeter Aaron Azunda Akugbo. 

Hayden Thorpe brings Ness to life, transforming Robert Macfarlane’s words into a spellbinding musical experience featuring Propellor Ensemble and musicians from Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Gesualdo's Responsories for Holy Week are reimagined through an a cappella performance by Les Arts Florissants choreographed by Amala Dianor and his dance company

Nil Venditti, Jess Gillam and the BBC Symphony Orchestra travel from the West of Ireland to the shores of the Bosphorus, in music by Ottorino Respighi, Giacomo Puccini, Fazil Say and Anna Clyne.

Unlock the Enchanting World of Raga and Tala. One day. Countless centuries of musical brilliance. 

A holistic journey of movement and melody all set to the sounds of live Indian classical music for a unique experience.

Breathe into your innate wisdom . Tune into the power of your breath with functional breathing practices designed to improve focus, calmness, and inner resilience. 

Flow into Inner Peace. Experience the profound healing power of an immersive sound bath with gongs, crystal bowls, and percussion, creating an environment for deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

Experience the healing power of Indian Ragas on the Bansuri and Tanpuras. 

A holistic journey of movement and melody all set to the sounds of live Indian classical music for a unique experience.

Breathe into your innate wisdom . Tune into the power of your breath with functional breathing practices designed to improve focus, calmness, and inner resilience. 

Flow into Inner Peace. Experience the profound healing power of an immersive sound bath with gongs, crystal bowls, and percussion, creating an environment for deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

Experience the healing power of Indian Ragas on the Bansuri and Tanpuras. 

Kaleidoscopic music by Adès and Ruders meet Sibelius’ evocative landscapes, and the promise of vibrant new music by Alex Paxton.

Two traditions, one soul: where strings speak and voices transcend. 

The barnstorming Sinfonia of London have garnered rave reviews since their relaunch in 2018, and this concert presents a rare opportunity to hear them in a smaller, more intimate arrangement.