Jerwood Hall
Simon Crawford-Phillips and Friends: Vers la vie nouvelle
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
LSO St Luke's
Nadia Boulanger
Vers la vie nouvelle
Lili Boulanger
Nocturne and Cortège
Gabriel Fauré
Les berceaux
Camille Saint-Saëns
Violons dans le soir
Gabriel Fauré
Mandoline
Francis Poulenc
Sonata for Violin and Piano
Jeanne Landry
Mort quand tu me viendras prendre
Charlotte Sohy
Chants de la lande, Op 4: No 3, ‘Anathème’
Lili Boulanger
Le retour
Nadia Boulanger
D’un matin de printemps; Soleils couchants
Simon Crawford-Phillips piano
Mary Bevan soprano
Malin Broman violin & viola
The concert will finish at approximately 2.05pm.
Change of Artist
Due to unforeseen scheduling issues, Roderick Williams is no longer available to appear in this concert alongside pianist Simon Crawford-Philips and violinist Malin Balin. The vocal soloist will now be soprano Mary Bevan and the confirmed programme is as listed above.
Tickets
£16 (£14 concessions, £6 under-18s)
+ £1.50 booking fee per transaction
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Full details
The Concert
A programme of captivating French music from a century of rapid change: towards a new life – and a new sound.
The Music
Nadia Boulanger gave up composition after the tragically early death of her sister Lili, but became one of the most influential teachers of the last century. In these evocative chamber and vocal works, we hear the subtle, elusive musical language of both Boulanger sisters, in a world of sun, sea and springtime. Boulanger’s pupil Landry contributes a small, but powerfully expressive song; while Sohy’s Anathème burns with intensity.
Instruments appear in a variety of ways, with the violin a literal and poetic presence in Saint-Saëns’ artful chanson. Fauré’s dancing Mandoline sits alongside Poulenc’s tender and fierce sonata, with its central movement depicting a guitar that ‘makes dreams weep’.
The Performers
Featured artist Simon Crawford-Phillips is joined by Mary Bevan, renowned for her interpretations of French chansons, and by regular collaborator Malin Broman, one of today’s most sought-after chamber musicians.
Recorded for future broadcast on BBC Radio 3
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Booking and Discounts
Booking Your Tickets
Online at lso.co.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 twelve 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 Box Office at tickets@barbican.org.uk.
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All discounts are subject to availability and may not be combined.
Multibuy Discount
Save 20% when you book three or more BBC Radio 3 concerts in the 2025/26 season within one transaction.
Retain your discount for any later bookings within the season.
Concessions
£14 tickets for over-60s, full-time students and unwaged/unemployed people.
18 and Under
£6 tickets. Book online, by phone or in person. BBC Radio 3 Concerts are recommended for ages 12+. For younger children, we have a range of other events at LSO St Luke’s, including Free Friday Lunchtime Concerts which are suitable for everyone over the age of 5.
Groups of 10+
Save 20%, or 30% when booking two or more concerts in the same season. 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 LSO St Luke's
The main entrance to LSO St Luke’s is through the gates from Old Street. Please check the doors open time for your chosen concert.
What to Expect
From the concert experience to venue facilities and The Crypt café and bar, find out what to expect at LSO St Luke’s.
Accessibility
LSO St Luke’s is a fully accessible venue. Barbican Access Scheme members can book free companion tickets.
