Music
Fauré’s Requiem
A raw opera night.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Royal Festival Hall
Royal Festival Hall, 337-338 Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XU, UK
The London Philharmonic Choir celebrates its 80th anniversary with a performance featuring two choral masterpieces focused on peace. Gabriel Fauré’s beloved Requiem offers a serene exploration of sorrow, while Ralph Vaughan Williams’s Dona Nobis Pacem serves as a powerful plea for sanity and calm. The evening also features the world premiere of Respire, Inspire by Dame Judith Weir, a work that emphasizes the impact of simplicity in song. Music Director Edward Gardner leads the orchestra and choir alongside acclaimed soloists Louise Alder and Gerald Finley for this landmark celebration.
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When and where does the London Philharmonic Choir 80th anniversary celebration take place?+
The concert occurs on February 27, 2027, at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
Who is performing at this concert?+
Music Director Edward Gardner leads the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, featuring soloists Louise Alder and Gerald Finley.
How can I purchase tickets for this performance?+
Tickets are available for purchase on Mood.
What works will be performed during the evening?+
The programme includes Fauré’s Requiem, Vaughan Williams’s Dona Nobis Pacem, and the world premiere of Judith Weir’s Respire, Inspire.
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