18:00
In Conversation with Cheryl Frances-Hoad Discussion
As part of the Bury St Edmunds Festival 2012, Tom Hutchinson of the Royal Philharmonic Society talks to composer Cheryl Frances-Hoad about her work. The discussion precedes a performance of Cheryl Frances-Hoad’s Memoria, chosen by the RPS and BBC Radio 3...
19.30
Britten Sinfonia Concert Performance
The Britten Sinfonia is one of Europe’s most dynamic chamber orchestras and has made a number of appearances at the Bury Festival. Tonight’s concert features a small ensemble from the orchestra, led by oboist Nick Daniel, playing a...
17.00
Application Deadline: John Barbirolli Foundation Awards
Tuesday 31 May The RPS Sir John Barbirolli Memorial Foundation provides funding to young musicians to help purchase instruments for their professional training. All applicants must be nominated by their conservatoire / college principal. Find out more
18.00
Music of Today: Young Composers Academy Performance
The culmination concert of the Philharmonia Orchestra’s Young Composers Academy, in association with the Royal Philharmonic Society, features new music by the winners of the 2011 RPS Composition Prize. Stef Connor title tbc (world première) David Curington title tbc ...
20.30
Encore concert: Castalian Quartet Performance
Encore composer Giles Swayne’s String Quartet No. 3 is one of three works performed tonight by the outstanding young UK-based quartet, the Castalian. Before the concert, ticket holders will have the chance to hear Giles Swayne discuss his music. Find...
19.30
Encore: Composer in Conversation Discussion
Giles Swayne discusses his third string quartet prior to an Encore performance of this work in a concert by the Castalian Quartet. Click here for more information about the concert.
19.30
Philip Langridge Mentoring Scheme Showcase Performance
The Philip Langridge Mentoring Scheme was established by the Royal Philharmonic Society and Young Classical Artists Trust in memory of the great British tenor Philip Langridge and pairs the UK’s finest young performers with leading musicians, such as Steven...
19.30
RPS Drummond Fund: Battle Performance
The RPS Drummond Fund supports an exciting new collaboration, which juxtaposes breaking (breakdance) and orchestral music as never previously attempted. Battle sees Aurora collaborate with acclaimed breaker collective Bboy’s Attic / Company Decalage and choreographer Mickaël ‘Marso’ Rivière....
