Performances of Edward Elgar at BBC Orchestras and Choirs
(See all works in BBC Orchestras and Choirs by Edward Elgar)Thu 12 Mar 2026
- 14:00City Halls
Britten's playful 'Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra' is paired with the composer's Cello Symphony. Plus, there's music inspired by the enchanting imagination of William Shakespeare.
Britten's playful 'Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra' is paired with the composer's Cello Symphony. Plus, there's music inspired by the enchanting imagination of William Shakespeare.
Programme
- Aurora(10 mins)
- Cello Symphony(34 mins)
- interval
- Falstaff(30 mins)
- The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra(17 mins)
Performers
- Alban Gerhardtcello
- Ryan WigglesworthConductor
Sat 18 Apr 2026
- 15:00Brangwyn Hall, Swansea
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Variations are an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends plus an astute self-portrait; an enigma hidden within the score.
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Variations are an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends plus an astute self-portrait; an enigma hidden within the score.
Programme
- Sea Sketches
- Violin Concerto No 3 in B minor
- ‘Enigma’ Variations
Performers
- Jaime Martínconductor
- Akiko Suwanaiviolin
Sun 19 Apr 2026
- 15:00BBC Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Variations are an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends plus an astute self-portrait; an enigma hidden within the score.
Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Variations are an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends plus an astute self-portrait; an enigma hidden within the score.
Programme
- Sea Sketches
- Violin Concerto No 3 in B minor
- ‘Enigma’ Variations
Performers
- Jaime MartínConductor
- Akiko Suwanaiviolin
Sat 20 Jun 2026
- 19:30Max Littmann Hall, Bad Kissingen
The BBC Symphony Orchestra performs at Kissinger Sommer in Bad Kissingen, Germany.
The BBC Symphony Orchestra performs at Kissinger Sommer in Bad Kissingen, Germany.
Programme
- Study, for string orchestra
- Violin Concerto in E minor
- interval
- ‘Enigma’ Variations
Performers
- Sakari Oramoconductor
- Arabella Steinbacherviolin
Composers
Fri 26 Jun 2026
- 19:30Brighton Dome
Join the BBC Concert Orchestra and BBC Radio 3 for an evening of orchestral favourites and unforgettable classical tunes, celebrating the stunning Brighton Dome and the vibrant cultural role it has played in the city since it opened over 200 years ago.
Join the BBC Concert Orchestra and BBC Radio 3 for an evening of orchestral favourites and unforgettable classical tunes, celebrating the stunning Brighton Dome and the vibrant cultural role it has played in the city since it opened over 200 years ago.
Programme
- Henry VIIIOverture
- Dream Children
- Dream a Little Dream
- Jaunting Car
- Romance in G Major for Violin and Orchestra
- Peer GyntMorning and Hall of the Mountain King
- The Wasps – overture
- Henry V Suite
- Goodwood Galop
Performers
- George Jacksonconductor
- Lucy-Anne Danielssinger
- Nathaniel Anderson-Frankviolin
- Petroc Trelawnypresenter
Mon 29 Jun 2026
- 17:00Maida Vale Studios
Join the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the BBC Singers for a feast of music-making as they give their very last concert at Maida Vale Studios ahead of the move to their new home at East Bank on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Join the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the BBC Singers for a feast of music-making as they give their very last concert at Maida Vale Studios ahead of the move to their new home at East Bank on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Programme
- ‘Gloria’ from Mass in C, K. 317(5 mins)
- Le tombeau de Couperin – Rigaudon(4 mins)
- The Wreckers (Overture)(10 mins)
- London Pride(4 mins)arr. Helen Neeves
- To the Hands – ii. in medio(3 mins)
- Four English Dances, Op 33 Set 2(3 mins)I. Allegro non troppo
- Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks(17 mins)
- Many Are the Wonders(5 mins)
- Masquerade(5 mins)
- Sea Pictures – IV. Where corals lie(5 mins)
- The Firebird Suite (Finale)(4 mins)
- Goodbye for now(4 mins)
- Serenade to Music(13 mins)
Performers
- Sakari Oramoconductor
- Sofi Jeanninconductor
- Helen Charlstonmezzo-soprano
- BBC Singersensemble
Part ofBBC Symphony Orchestra 2025/26
Thu 11 Mar 2027
- 14:00Glasgow City Halls
Cellist Raphaela Gromes is one of the defining voices of her generation, an exclusive artist with Sony Classical since 2016. She performs Elgar's much-loved Cello Concerto with popular guest conductor Michael Sanderling.
Cellist Raphaela Gromes is one of the defining voices of her generation, an exclusive artist with Sony Classical since 2016. She performs Elgar's much-loved Cello Concerto with popular guest conductor Michael Sanderling.
Programme
- Cello Concerto in E minor(32 mins)
- interval
- Symphony No 3 in D minor(60 mins)
Performers
- Raphaela Gromescello
- Michael SanderlingConductor
Composers
Fri 12 Mar 2027
- 19:00Perth Concert Hall
Cellist Raphaela Gromes takes centre stage with Elgar's stunning Cello Concerto with conductor Michael Sanderling on the podium.
Cellist Raphaela Gromes takes centre stage with Elgar's stunning Cello Concerto with conductor Michael Sanderling on the podium.
Programme
- Cello Concerto in E minor(32 mins)
- interval
- Symphony No 3 in D minor(60 mins)
Performers
- Raphaela Gromescello
- Michael SanderlingConductor
Composers
