Archive Dive
Behind the scenes: why is a Green Room called a Green Room?
It all started with an Instagram post of the sign on the door of Sir Simon Rattle’s dressing room – or more accurately the Barbican Centre’s Conductor’s Green Room. One of our followers asked the question: ‘why is it called a Green Room?’
Eight things you didn’t know about Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No 2
Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No 2 is one of the most popular and recognisable concertos in the classical repertoire. Widely enjoyed but played only by the most skillful pianists, it has been performed in concert halls consistently since 1901. But how much do you really know about this landmark piece?
The LSO in World War I: The Dream of Gerontius
Following on from our 2014 series, we explore the activity of the LSO 100 years ago, during the Battle of the Somme.
The LSO in World War I: Eli Hudson
The sixth blog in our series exploring the Members of the LSO who served in World War I tells the story of flautist Eli Hudson.
110 Years of the LSO
We celebrate 110 years of the London Symphony Orchestra this June.
