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Happy World Piano Day
We celebrate Piano Day on the 88th day of the year, honouring the 88 keys of the piano. Browse videos, articles, future concerts and more, related to all things piano!
What you should know about Ralph Vaughan Williams
Discover the life of Ralph Vaughan Williams, the quintessential British composer, known for his evocative symphonies, folk music collecting and enduring legacy.
Five reasons to love Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloé
Uncover the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloé — an ethereal ballet that weaves together Ancient Greek tales of danger and desire.
Orchestral Music's Most Romantic Moments
From Mahler’s love song without words, to Beethoven’s pastoral melodies replete with birdsong. Enjoy some moments of romance with this pick of heart-warming orchestral tunes.
Bertrand Chamayou: 2023/24 Artist Portrait
Pianist Bertrand Chamayou introduces his 2023/24 Artist Portrait series, at the Barbican and LSO St Luke’s.
Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha on Mendelssohn's Elijah
Star soprano Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha tells us why Mendelssohn’s most monumental oratorio Elijah is so revered.
Meet Anselm McDonnell
Learn all about LSO Jerwood Composer+ Member Anselm McDonnell.
From the Archive: Sergei Prokofiev performs with the LSO, January 1924
Browse through a programme from 100 years ago today, when Prokofiev performed his First Piano Concerto with the LSO.
Meet Echo Morgan
Performance artist and art director for Tangram’s forthcoming production Nature Echo: meet Echo Morgan
Five Reasons to Love Mendelssohn's Elijah
Well-loved and steeped in tradition, Mendelssohn’s most monumental oratorio Elijah brings the sacred to life with operatic gusto.
From the Archive: A violin signed by 43 original Members
An intriguing instrument in the LSO’s archive, and the only physical piece of evidence that stretches back to the Orchestra’s genesis in 1904.
Meet Rufus Isabel Elliot
Composer, musician and member of the LSO Jerwood Composer+ scheme: meet Rufus Isabel Elliot.
