Be the first to hear new works by the Philharmonia’s 2024/25 Composers’ Academy Fellows.
One of early music’s true visionaries steers this journey through a century of European music, exploring the trailblazing sounds of the Baroque era.
The wind rises, and waves smash against the North Sea coast of England. The earth shakes, as the very ground beneath our feet threatens to give way. And, in 19th-century Russia, a chemist with a gift for music, dreams of ancient times and exotic tribes, and creates sheer sonic alchemy. Music can show us the world in magical new ways, and as conductor Gemma New brings the RPO’s season to a close, she’s chosen four pieces that stir the imagination even while they thrill the senses. Britten’s seascapes, Borodin’s oriental fantasies and Victoria Borisova-Ollas’ tribute to the imagination of Salman Rushdie will make a vivid setting for the playfulness and wit of Prokofiev’s brilliant Third Piano Concerto – played by young pianist Daniel Ciobanu for whom every performance is a new adventure.
The Philharmonia and their Principal Conductor Santtu pull out all the stops in the finale of their 2024/25 season.
Inspired by Behrouz Boochani's book of his refugee journey and six-year-long incarceration in Manus Island, the LSO and Jonathan Lemalu give the UK premiere of this heart-stopping song-cycle.
A selection of film music by French composers, recorded by the LSO, including scores by Alexandre Desplat, Philippe Sarde, Philippe Chany and Guillaume Roussel for films such as Harry Potter, Black Beauty (2020), Tess and Asterix & Obelix.
For centuries, even the most gifted composers have found themselves persecuted or marginalised simply because of who they were. As a gay man in Tsarist Russia, Tchaikovsky knew what it was to be an outsider, and he poured all his emotions into his Fourth Symphony: a no-holds-barred emotional autobiography, pulsing with melody and torn by raw and dangerous passions. ‘Petrenko’s Fourth is a white-knuckle ride’ wrote Gramophone magazine, and he certainly won’t hold back tonight. There’s no shortage of great tunes in the first half of the concert, too, as Petrenko champions Dorothy Howell’s Lamia – a wildly romantic tale of forbidden love – and the lovely piano concerto by the African-American composer Florence Price. Jeneba Kanneh-Mason is the soloist in music that was side-lined for decades and is only now receiving its due.
Soprano Ruby Hughes joins forces with cellist Natalie Clein and pianist Julius Drake for an intimate concert of lyrical, lively and folk-influenced works.
The master of improvisation takes on Bernstein’s West Side Story in tonight’s programme, which also includes works by Andrew Ager, Roger-Ducasse and Schmidt.
Aurora Orchestra joins celebrated violist Lawrence Power for a magnificent Italian-themed finale to his year-long Southbank Centre residency.
Let your curiosity lead you among the orchestra as they perform Mozart’s Symphony No.40 on the move, combining with dancers to create an immersive experience.
Get ready for an evening of rock like no other as Symphonic Queen returns to the Royal Albert Hall. Back by popular demand, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will deliver a tribute to one of the world’s most iconic rock bands: Queen.
Best of Broadway returns to the Royal Albert Hall! Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and a sensational cast of West End stars for an evening of Broadway’s most iconic hits.
Doors: 6.45pm
Concert starts: 7.30pm (approximate end time: 10pm)
Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, star vocalists and a special guest presenter for its much-loved The Music of Bond show – live, for one night only, at the Royal Albert Hall.
Featuring influential classics from John Barry and David Arnold, to chart-topping hits by Paul McCartney and Adele – each timelessly depicting everyone's favourite Secret Service agent, 007.
Enjoy the seminal songs and soundtracks from: You Only Live Twice, Goldeneye, Live and Let Die, Quantum Of Solace, The Spy Who Loved Me, Goldfinger, From Russia With Love, Casino Royale, Diamonds Are Forever, Skyfall, No Time To Die and Spectre – to name just a few.
Whether you’re a die-hard Bond fan, or simply fancy an excuse to dress up and don your (very much optional) black tie, this sensational show promises to impress and thrill in equal measure.
Back by popular demand, John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration returns to the Royal Albert Hall with even more festive fun and cheer.
Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Sir John Rutter himself for his much-loved Christmas spectacular that will no doubt get you well and truly into the Yuletide spirit.
A programme of choral and symphonic seasonal classics awaits you, as well as all your favourite sing-along carols.
We are pleased to present two performances of this concert, at 3pm and 7:30pm. Don’t miss out: bring your family and friends and join us in this magical Christmas celebration!
This event will have a BSL (British Sign Language) interpreter throughout who will be positioned to the left of the stage.
Please book directly via the Royal Albert Hall website to book these seats.
Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conductor Jordan de Souza and two guest soloists for a romantic evening featuring much-loved music from well-known operas.
Enjoy outstanding overtures, poignant arias and exquisite duets from Bizet, Mozart, Puccini, Verdi and more – all within the intimate surroundings of Cadogan Hall.
Whether you’re attending as part of a group, or with that special someone, or even flying solo, this captivating concert – back by popular demand – is the perfect concert to whet the operatic appetites of novices and connoisseurs alike
Back by demand: the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual Film Music Gala at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring the exhilarating music from your favourite action and adventure films.
Join us on an epic journey through sensational soundtracks, depicting the action-packed thrills of Mission: Impossible, Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park; the fantasy and magic of Star Wars, Harry Potter and E.T.; the rousing heroic adventures of Batman, Gladiator and The Great Escape, and the sweeping, iconic landscapes of The Lord of the Rings, Dances With Wolves and Avatar. To name just a few!