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Interview with the Jenůfa Cast
The four main soloists discuss the plot and the experience of performing Leos Janáček’s riveting opera, Jenůfa.
Patricia Kopatchinskaja: 2025/26 LSO Artist Portrait
‘Whether it’s old or new music, it doesn’t matter to me. I am here and now, as are my musical partners and – most important – the listeners.’ Patricia Kopatchinskaja introduces her LSO Artist Portrait series, the three remarkable concertos she will be playing, and the ‘mysteries’ of music.
Seong-Jin Cho: 2025/26 LSO Artist Portrait
‘For me the music is the art of timing, as painting is the art of space.’ Pianist Seong-Jin Cho introduces his LSO Artist Portrait series, featuring three very different concertos, and a series of BBC Radio 3 Concerts at LSO St Luke’s.
What you should know about Leoš Janáček
Discover the fascinating story of Leoš Janáček, from tumultuous relationships to his game-changing operas.
Lisa Batiashvili: 2024/25 LSO Artist Portrait
Violinist Lisa Batiashvili introduces her 2024/25 Artist Portrait series with the LSO.
Sir Antonio Pappano: The 2025/26 Season
Sir Antonio Pappano begins his second season as Chief Conductor of the LSO, with works from British and American composers amongst the highlights.
Classic FM Recommends in 2025/26
Seven concerts in our 2025/26 season, hand-picked by our partner Classic FM.
Shostakovich: a Guide to the Symphonies
Timmy Fisher guides us through an intense musical journey spanning almost 50 years, as we explore the symphonies of Dmitri Shostakovich.
The Sound of New York: Marsalis and Ellington
Ahead of our performance of Wynton Marsalis’ Symphony No 4 ’The Jungle’ and works by Duke Ellington, Philip Clark compares their musical interpretation of New York City.
Five Reasons to love Bartók's The Miraculous Mandarin
Discover Bartók’s The Miraculous Mandarin, from the shocking story to the scandalous premiere.
Interview with Barbara Hannigan
‘As a singer, I’m also an actor.’ LSO Associate Artist Barbara Hannigan on balancing of singing and conducting, curating programmes and her love of Joseph Haydn.
Pierre Boulez: A Timeline
Ahead of our upcoming concerts celebrating the centenary of Pierre Boulez, we look back on some of the key dates in his career.
