Jerwood Hall
Thomas Dunford and Friends
BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert
LSO St Luke's
John Dowland
A selection of works for solo lute
Keyvan Chemirani
To Bandégui; Improvisation Zarb; Shérazade; Dawar
Thomas Dunford
She is a mystery; Now I see you; Trust the wind
The Beatles
A better love
Marin Marais
L’Amériquaine
J S Bach
Prelude, Sarabande and Minuets from Cello Suite No 1 BWV 1007
Thomas Dunford lute
Keyvan Chemirani percussion
The concert will finish at approximately 2.05pm.
Tickets
£16 (£14 concessions, £6 under-18s)
+ £1.50 booking fee per transaction
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The Concert
The lute takes centre stage in this BBC Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert curated by Thomas Dunford – one of today’s most celebrated lutenists. Joined by percussionist Keyvan Chemirani, he explores music old and new, from the poetry of Dowland to contemporary works and unexpected influences.
The Music
Dowland’s works reveal the lute at its most intimate and expressive. Dunford sets these alongside his own music and pieces by Keyvan Chemirani. The programme ranges further still, with Marais’ characterful L’Amériquaine and movements from Bach’s First Cello Suite, alongside a nod to The Beatles – a reminder of the lute’s surprising versatility.
The Performers
Thomas Dunford has earned international acclaim for his playing, bringing the lute to audiences around the world as a soloist, chamber musician and director. Here he is joined by Keyvan Chemirani, a zarb virtuoso whose imaginative approach to rhythm draws on deep-rooted musical traditions while embracing collaboration across genres.
Recorded for future broadcast on BBC Radio 3
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.
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Multibuy Discount
Save 20% when you book three or more BBC Radio 3 concerts in the 2025/26 season within one transaction.
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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+
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Access Members
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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 Hawksmoor Space, find out what to expect at LSO St Luke’s.
Accessibility
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