Prom 59 2016, Royal Albert Hall
Proms 2016 turns to a rare Beethoven: No 7 in A major is given its due by conductor Herbert Blomstedt
Andras Schiff, photo credit Chris Christodoulou
In an all-Beethoven programme, the compelling pianist Sir Andras Schiff joins the scintillating Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra under Herbert Blomstedt for the composer’s last Piano Concerto, his Fifth, the Emperor.
Want to see our pick of the 2016 BBC Proms?
read our guide to what's on at the BBC Proms 2016
Possibly the most underrated of Beethoven’s symphonies, No 7 in A major, concludes the concert, which opens with the Overture Leonora, No 2. Amid dozens of concerts that feature new and neglected music, this evening of pure Beethoven is actually something of a novelty.
General booking opens Saturday 7 May, 9:00.
Want to see our pick of the 2016 BBC Proms?
read our guide to what's on at the BBC Proms 2016
Possibly the most underrated of Beethoven’s symphonies, No 7 in A major, concludes the concert, which opens with the Overture Leonora, No 2. Amid dozens of concerts that feature new and neglected music, this evening of pure Beethoven is actually something of a novelty.
General booking opens Saturday 7 May, 9:00.
TRY CULTURE WHISPER
Receive free tickets & insider tips to unlock the best of London — direct to your inbox
| What | Prom 59 2016, Royal Albert Hall |
| Where | Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP | MAP |
| Nearest tube | South Kensington (underground) |
| When |
On 29 Aug 16, 7:30 PM – 9:50 PM |
| Price | £18 - £68 |
| Website | Booking details |