Philharmonia Orchestra London & Leonidas Kavakos: Mendelssohn, Brahms and Dvořák

About the Event

Immerse yourself in the stunning architecture of London's breathtaking Southbank Centre for the ultimate concert set to awake your understanding of classical music.

Leonidas Kavakos, a maestro both with violin and baton, shines with the Philharmonia in a sunlit musical repertoire.

Renowned as one of today's most esteemed musicians, Kavakos has carved his niche not only as an unparalleled violinist but also as a proponent of music education, the intricate art of violin‐making, and increasingly, as a conductor.

The concert embarks with the harmonious strains of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, a piece enriched with captivating melodies, securing its coveted spot as an audience darling. Transitioning roles, Kavakos then trades his bow for a baton to navigate Brahms’s Variations on a Theme by Haydn. This dignified theme dons multiple masks — at times mysterious, at times graceful, and at others, filled with drama. These metamorphoses showcase both Brahms's ingenious artistry and the orchestra's multifaceted prowess.

Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 serenades with the gentle chirps of birds, while its third movement sweeps listeners into a charming waltz. Described as '35 minutes of pure, life‐affirming euphoria' by The Guardian, it promises to infuse a touch of summery warmth into a crisp November afternoon.