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An exciting new production of Carmen, an evening with author Kate Atkinson, and musical fun for the family
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Opera searches for love and meaning, while Vauxhall unwinds with music for all ages
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London's own opera festival opens at Opera Holland Park, Paddington Bear goes classical, and New Yorkers come to town
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Two months of live music performed by leading artists. Listen in person, or be part of the online audience.
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Two days of free concerts, with performers representing every branch of music, from traditional symphony orchestras to alternative musicians who cross boundaries
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London music has broken through barriers for centuries. Be the first to hear tomorrow's classics, with musicians who explore new soundworlds
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Music will sound around the clock and there will be dining with views of St Paul's in a landmark building to rival the world's most eye-catching arts venues
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The 10 must-hear concerts by London orchestras and visitors this autumn, featuring Stravinsky, Shostakovich, Mozart and more
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An intimate, early evening concert of crackling Baroque favourites and Piazzolla's sultry tangos, with players from the top London orchestras
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The world's top orchestras and solo artists unveil their programmes for London, and there is something for every musical taste
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Grieg, Tchaikovsky, jazzy Gershwin and Chopin – and the best young musicians in Europe
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When a traveller from another world arrives on Earth, its classical music helps her find her way – and guides her home
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Sir Simon Rattle and the London Symphony Orchestra perform Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and more in a free open-air concert
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A rare chance to catch a piece with not just one but seven composers, with the chance to see Sir Simon Rattle in action
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Bernstein composed musicals that live in your head, but 100 years since his birth it's time to explore beyond West Side Story
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