Jubilant. Transformational. Thrilling.
Bartók and Mahler 1
Sir Antonio Pappano and Yuja Wang
Barbican
Béla Bartók
Piano Concerto No 2 (26 mins)
Interval
Gustav Mahler
Symphony No 1 (57 mins)
Sir Antonio Pappano conductor
Yuja Wang piano
London Symphony Orchestra
The concert will finish at approximately 8.50pm, including a 20-minute interval (timings subject to change).
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The Concert
A celebration of rhythm in Béla Bartók’s vibrant Second Piano Concerto, while Gustav Mahler embraces the earth in his brilliant, bold First Symphony.
The Music
From wild energy to meditative calm, the piano goes through it all in Bartók’s Second Concerto. Against an ever-changing orchestral backdrop the piano dances and shimmers right up to the last, joyful chord.
In Mahler’s First Symphony, the earth wakens to sounds of nature and nostalgic folk songs in the first movement. The middle movement is charm itself, while the finale is a funeral march to the tune of ‘Frère Jacques’. Not for nothing was the Symphony nicknamed ‘Titan’.
The Performers
Yuja Wang brings her astonishing skills to one of the most challenging piano works in the repertoire, while Pappano and the LSO bring to life Mahler’s epic orchestrations.
A first symphony by any composer is a huge step. So Mahler embarks on this odyssey that will bring him through nine symphonies, plus a symphony with voices.
Sir Antonio Pappano, LSO Chief Conductor
Pre-Concert, Barbican Foyers
Performances by LSO Discovery musicians.
Recorded for broadcast on BBC Radio 3
Dive Deeper
Sir Antonio Pappano
‘I want to explore music that I really, really love – and, the hope is, that the Orchestra will really love with me.’
Sir Antonio Pappano introduces his first season as Chief Conductor of the LSO.
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Booking and Discounts
Booking Your Tickets
Online at lso.co.uk or barbican.org.uk
By phone on +44 20 7870 2500 (Monday to Friday 12–5.30pm)
In person at the Barbican Centre (no booking fee)
Refunds and Exchanges
Contact the Box Office at least 24 hours before the performance (two weeks for group bookings) to exchange your tickets for another LSO concert or Barbican credit voucher, valid for six months. A per-ticket administration fee applies.
The LSO reserves the right to change artists or programmes if necessary. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, all bookers will receive a refund.
Questions About Your Booking?
Contact the Barbican Box Office at tickets@barbican.org.uk.
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All discounts are subject to availability and may not be combined.
Multibuy Discounts
Book 2 or 3 concerts, save 10%
Book 4 to 7 concerts, save 20%
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Retain your discount for any later bookings within the season. Find out more about Multibuy Discounts.
Wildcards
£12 or £16 (£10 or £15 for Half Six Fix concerts), plus booking fee. Check availability using the Wildcards button above. On the concert night, show your Wildcard order email at the Stalls box office to receive a valid ticket worth at least £18 (£15 for Half Six Fix). Find out more about Wildcards.
Young People and Students
18 and under: £6 tickets. Book online, by phone or in person.
14–25s: Join Young Barbican for discounted tickets to selected concerts.
Full-time students: Join Student Pulse for £6 or £10 tickets to selected LSO concerts.
Groups of 10+
Save 20% to 30% and enjoy additional benefits. Find out more about group booking.
Access Members
Members of the Barbican’s Access Scheme can book wheelchair places priced at the lowest price for that event and book a free companion seat. Join the Barbican Access Scheme.
Your Visit and Access
Getting to the Barbican
We are based at the Barbican Centre in the City of London. The main entrance to the Barbican is on Silk Street.
What to Expect
From the concert experience to venue facilities, find out what to expect from an LSO concert at the Barbican.
Accessibility
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