London Philharmonic Orchestra

The versatility of the London Philharmonic Orchestra is overwhelming and enrapturing. From classical recitals, the proms, right through to collaborations with pop artists, the versatility of the instrumentalists is outstanding. The majority of the orchestra are classically trained, and this is evident in their skilful musicianship.
I was lucky enough to see their live performance of the Gladiator soundtrack by Hnas Zimmer performed at the Royal Albert Hall earlier this year. The already epic score was brought to life by each and every member of the ensemble, with the original vocalists harmonies dancing elegantly over the powerful melodies. The balance of percussion, strings, woodwind, and brass echoed around the venue, bouncing off the giant jellyfish acoustic enhancers on the ceiling.
Although I’ve watched the film and listened to the soundtrack countless times, hearing an orchestra as talented and the Philharmonic play their perfect rendition, brought the entire score to life. The versatile orchestra take every score they tackle by storm, and from classical to pop performances, I will be at any one I can. An incredible experience that isn’t worth missing, make sure you get your hands on tickets, because you can guarantee that they will be playing a genre that suits you sometime soon!

we recently attended the LPO starring Sheka Kenneh Mason playing the Elgar Cello Concerto. He played magnificently and with style and detail. He also received 5 returns to stage, ending up with a version of "Blow the Wind Southerly". My only criticism of the concert was that the entire second half was boring and over stretched by comparison. The Variations on a theme by Frank Bridge was tedious and the Sibelius 6 was just not needed and extended the concert unnecessarily. My daughters accomplished musicians in their own right were falling asleep by the time the concert ended they were so bored. The people who set up the programme could have started the concert with an Aaron Copland and the second half could have been the "Firebird" or the Karelia Suite instead. A concert of two halves. The Elgar I shall remember for many a year but the rest? No chance.