Sir Peter Maxwell Davies: Sir Simon Rattle's tribute
LSO Music Director Designate Sir Simon Rattle gives a short tribute to composer Sir Peter Maxwell Davies ahead of the world premiere of his final work, The Hogboon.
Press release: London Symphony Orchestra 2016/17 season at the Barbican
The London Symphony Orchestra today launches its 2016/17 season at London’s Barbican Centre, where the Orchestra has been Resident since it opened in 1982. An ambitious array of concerts are presented featuring the LSO’s close family of artists and guest stars. Highlights include:
London Symphony Orchestra announces changes to its family of conductors from the 2016/17 season
Gianandrea Noseda becomes Principal Guest Conductor
Michael Tilson Thomas becomes Conductor Laureate
André Previn becomes Conductor Emeritus
The London Symphony Orchestra today announces exciting changes to its line-up of conductors, taking effect from the 2016/17 season. Gianandrea Noseda joins Daniel Harding as Principal Guest Conductor; Michael Tilson Thomas becomes Conductor Laureate; and André Previn becomes Conductor Emeritus.
Sir Simon Rattle dedicated the performances of Pelléas et Mélisande on 9 & 10 January 2016 to Pierre Boulez. Here is the text of his tribute, spoken at the beginning of the performances, in full:
