Classical music in London – operas, ballets and classical concerts

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Our London events guide has all the best classical music concerts, operas and ballets playing in the capital.

Elgar and Britten, at Cadogan Hall

23rd May 2013 • Cadogan Hall, London Join the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields at Cadogan Hall for a special "Britten Centenary Concert", including works by Britten, Elgar, Sally Beamish and Arvo Part. Cadogan Hall is a popular venue for classical music in …more

Pick Coronation Classics, for the Queen’s 60th Year

2nd June 2013 • Royal Albert Hall, London Bring back happy memories of last year's Diamond Jubilee celebrations with an evening of "Coronation Classics", to remember the Queen's 60th year on the throne. Music will be provided by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra …more

Mozart, Weber and Tchaikovsky

4th June 2013 • Cadogan Hall, London Join conductor Pablo Boggiano, soprano Ayako Tanaka and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, as they perform a selection of classical works by Mozart, Weber and Tchaikovsky. Cadogan Hall is a popular venue for …more

Pick Beethoven’s “Emperor Concerto” and “Symphony No.9″

7th June 2013 • Royal Albert Hall, London The Royal Albert Hall will be putting on a performance of two of Beethoven's most celebrated works -- the Piano Concerto No.5 (Emperor Concerto), and Symphony No.9 (Ode to Joy). The music will be performed by the Royal …more

Pick Puccini’s “La Boheme” — London Coliseum

7th, 12th, 15th, 19th, 22nd & 29th June 2013 • London Coliseum, London "La Boheme" follows the story of two couples: the poet Rodolfo, who falls in love with pretty seamstress Mimi, and the painter Marcello, who enjoys the company of an on-off mistress Musetta. The opera's exploration of the …more

The songs of Leonard Bernstein

11th June 2013 • Cadogan Hall, London Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, for an unmissable evening of songs by Leonard Bernstein. The night will include tunes from some of his best Broadway shows including "West Side Story", "Candide", "On …more

Pick Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake”, at the Royal Albert Hall

12th – 23rd June 2013 (except 17th) • Royal Albert Hall, London Experience the spectacle of the Royal Albert Hall being transformed into a magical lake for this spectacular 'in the round' production of Tchaikovsky's "Swan Lake". Boasting 120 performers from the English National Ballet …more

Pick Classical concert, at Westminster Abbey

13th June 2013 • Westminster Abbey, London Westminster Abbey will be hosting a concert to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of HM Queen Elizabeth II. The music will be provided by the Choir of Westminster Abbey, St James's Baroque, and conducted by …more

Jonathan And Charlotte at Hammersmith Apollo

Pick Jonathan & Charlotte

29th June 2013 • Hammersmith Apollo, London Since entering the spotlight on "Britain's Got Talent", classical singing sensations Jonathan & Charlotte have gone from strength to strength, and are now embarking on the first nationwide tour of the UK this June. You can …more

Puccini’s “Tosca”, at the Royal Opera House

9th, 12th, 15th, 18th & 20th July 2013 • Royal Opera House, London The Royal Opera House is putting on a production of Puccini's "Tosca", a fast-moving sexual thriller set in Rome at the same time as Napoleon's invasion of Italy. When Mario Cavaradossi agrees to aid an escaping fugitive, …more

Classical violinist, Nicola Benedetti

25th Sept 2013 • Royal Albert Hall, London This is your chance to see one of the most sought-after classical violinists in the world, Nicola Benedetti. The Classic BRIT Award winner will perform at the Royal Albert Hall in an exclusive one-off recital, enthralling …more

Pick Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” and “Emperor Concerto”

28th Sept 2013 • Royal Albert Hall, London Conductor David Hill will be leading the London Philharmonic Choir and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall, as they perform Beethoven's "Piano Concerto No.5" (Emperor Concerto) and "Symphony No.9" …more

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