Stories
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.
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.
What you should know about Alexander Scriabin
Alexander Scriabin may be best known for his orchestral masterpieces, but what were his unconventional beliefs about the universe? What made him so popular with the 1960s psychedelic movement? And why was he responsible for a brawl in Soviet Russia?
What was Leonard Bernstein's relationship with the LSO?
From his first concert in 1966, to becoming LSO President in 1987, Leonard Bernstein had a close relationship with the LSO that spanned 24 years.
Five of Bernstein's Best Recordings with the LSO
From Mahler’s Symphonies to his own Candide, here are just five highlights of Leonard Bernstein’s recording sessions with the LSO.
Seven times classical music was used in film
Delve into this list of iconic classical music pieces featured in film which you may recognise.
What you should know about Béla Bartók
Delve into the life and history of Béla Bartók, composer and ethnomusicologist, who had a dedication to collecting and transcribing folk music and dances.
Kirill Gerstein: 2023/24 Spotlight Artist
Pianist Kirill Gerstein introduces the four pieces he will perform with the LSO as Spotlight Artist in the 2023/24 season.
Five Questions for the Notos Quartett
The Notos Quartett answer five questions on Richard Strauss’ music, and how they got together as a group.
Pappano: My relationship with the LSO
‘I’ve always had a very close relationship with the Orchestra. But I want that relationship to deepen. I hope I surprise them. I know they’ll surprise me.’
What you should know about Joseph Haydn
Explore the music, life and legacy of Austrian composer Joseph Haydn, the ‘father of the symphony’
