BBC Radio 3 Concerts
Chamber music recitals based on a theme or style, at LSO St Luke’s.
The charm of chamber music finds its ideal home in the Jerwood Hall.
Be it a spirited string quartet, a soaring violin perfectly paired with a piano, or the lilting sounds of a song recital, lunchtime concerts have been a staple at LSO St Luke’s for twenty years. During this time, we have welcomed a top calibre selection of soloists and ensembles to perform in the Hall’s world-class acoustics.
BBC Radio 3 Concerts are recommended for ages 12+. For younger children, we have a range of other events at LSO St Luke’s, including Free Friday Lunchtime Concerts which are suitable for everyone over the age of 5.
Concert Broadcasts
If you can’t make it on the day, you don’t have to miss out, as all BBC Radio 3 concerts are recorded for future broadcast.
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BBC Radio 3 2026/27 Series
Prokofiev Sonatas
This series explores the many facets of Prokofiev’s musical voice across three of his chamber works, from razor-sharp rhythms and biting wit to lyricism and introspection. Music by Dohnányi, Gaubert, Denisov, Liebermann, Shostakovich and Chopin provides contrasting perspectives, placing Prokofiev’s works alongside some of their most compelling counterparts.
Prokofiev Sonatas: Andreas Brantelid and Julien Quentin
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 5 November 2026 • 12.30pm
Cellist Andreas Brantelid and pianist Julien Quentin present a performance of Prokofiev's and Shostakovich's cello sonatas in this BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert.
Prokofiev Sonatas: Giorgi Gigashvili
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 21 January 2027 • 12.30pm
Georgian pianist Giorgi Gigashvili presents a performance of Prokofiev’s Sonatas in this BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert.
Mahan Esfahani and Friends
Celebrated for his adventurous musicianship, harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani brings together some of today’s finest musicians – violinist Tamsin Waley-Cohen and violist Lars Anders Tomter – for a series of collaborations alongside a solo recital. With his performances described as ‘something to treasure’ (The Times), don’t miss out on the opportunity to see one of the leading harpsichordists of his generation.
Mahan Esfahani & Friends: Mahan Esfahani and Lars Anders Tomter
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 26 November 2026 • 12.30pm
Harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani and violist Lars Anders Tomter join forces for a BBC Radio 3 Concert at LSO St Luke's.
Mahan Esfahani & Friends: Mahan Esfahani and Tamsin Waley-Cohen
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 4 February 2027 • 12.30pm
The second of three BBC Radio 3 concerts featuring Mahan Esfahani, joined by Tamsin Waley-Cohen.
Mahan Esfahani & Friends: Solo Concert
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 11 February 2027 • 12.30pm
Harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani completes his series of BBC Radio 3 Concerts in a solo recital.
Dutch Masters
Dutch Masters celebrates the artistry of leading Dutch musicians. This series juxtaposes iconic works by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms and Britten with rarely heard music by composers including Anna Amalia, Isabella Leonarda and Jean-Marie Leclair.
Dutch Masters: Janine Jansen and Sir Antonio Pappano
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Wednesday 2 December 2026 • 12.30pm
Violinist Janine Jansen joins the LSO's Chief Conductor Sir Antonio Pappano for a chamber concert in the intimate setting of LSO St Luke's.
Dutch Masters: Lucie Horsch
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Friday 15 January 2027 • 12.30pm
Recorder player Lucie Horsch and harpsichordist Jonathan Cohen come together for this BBC Radio 3 concert.
Dutch Masters: Van Baerle Trio
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Friday 5 March 2027 • 12.30pm
One of today's leading European ensembles, The Van Baerle Trio, take centre stage in a programme of Schumann and Brahms.
Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective
Bringing together world-class musicians known for their virtuosity, individuality and collaborative spirit, Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective perform in three concerts celebrating the piano quartet. Alongside works by Dvořák and Fauré, music by Héritte-Viardot, Suk, Taneyev, Bologne and Bonis reveals the richness of a repertoire beyond the familiar classics.
Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Friday 22 January 2027 • 12.30pm
Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective begin their BBC Radio 3 series with works by Héritte-Viardot and Dvořák.
Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 11 March 2027 • 12.30pm
Works by Suk and Taneyev take centre-stage in this BBC Radio 3 concert with Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective.
Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 3 June 2027 • 12.30pm
Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective explore works by Bologne, Bonis and Fauré in their final BBC Radio 3 Concert.
Next Generation Pianists
Showcasing three of today’s most exciting young pianists, this series celebrates a new generation of distinctive musical voices. Julius Asal, Tom Borrow and Jeneba Kanneh-Mason each bring their own unique perspectives to the piano repertoire, from well-loved classics to imaginative reworkings.
Julius Asal
BBC Radio 3 Rush Hour Concert
Friday 12 February 2027 • 6pm
Julius Asal brings his distinctive artistry and musical insight to a compelling live performance at LSO St Luke's.
Tom Borrow
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Friday 30 April 2027 • 12.30pm
Tom Borrow performs live at LSO St Luke's in the second of our Next Generation Pianists Concerts.
Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 17 June 2027 • 12.30pm
Pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason brings her expressive artistry and natural musicality to the LSO St Luke's stage in a BBC Radio 3 performance.
Beethoven 200
Marking 200 years since Beethoven’s death, the Aris Quartet explores the composer’s enduring legacy. Each concert includes one of the three ‘Razumovsky’ quartets, alongside works from across Beethoven’s early and middle periods, revealing the evolution of one of music’s seminal voices.
Aris String Quartet: Beethoven Quartets
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 8 April 2027 • 12.30pm
The Aris String Quartet plays a collection of Beethoven Quartets at LSO St Luke's.
Aris String Quartet: Beethoven Quartets
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 22 April 2027 • 12.30pm
The Aris String Quartet continues their pairing of 'Razumovsky' quartets with earlier works by Beethoven.
Aris String Quartet: Beethoven Quartets
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
Friday 23 April 2027 • 12.30pm
The Aris String Quartet pairs Beethoven's very first Quartet with the final 'Razumovsky'...
