Synopsis

The ethereal pastoralism of Vaughan Williams's *The Lark Ascending* offers a striking contrast to the spirited vivacity of his overture *The Wasps* in this program showcasing the best of British music. The evening continues a theme of significant 20th-century ballet scores, with William Alwyn’s First Symphony adding a layer of wistful nostalgia through the enduring melody of its slow movement. Janine Jansen joins Sakari Oramo and the BBC Symphony Orchestra as soloist.