Synopsis

The world’s preeminent classical music festival commences at the Royal Albert Hall. Katie Derham presents a program centered on a marine theme, featuring works by English composers Vaughan Williams and Britten, alongside two interpretations of Paganini’s variations – one by Rachmaninov and another by the Polish composer Lutosławski. The festival also marks the world premiere of Julian Anderson’s *Harmony*. Sakari Oramo conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Chorus, and the BBC