The Southbank Centre’s Classical Music Autumn/Winter 2026/27 programme will open and reach its finale with landmark moments celebrating two of the most influential composers of the 20th and 21st centuries, bringing together Resident Orchestras, Resident Artists and new collaborators to experience the breadth of their genre-defying output. A two-day exploration of the music of Steve Reich (26–27 Sep) marks his 90th birthday with performances ranging from intimate chamber works to a large-scale immersive sonic installation, while the season culminates in a major celebration of Philip Glass (30–31 Jan), which includes the UK premiere of his 15th Symphony, Lincoln.
Across the season, the Southbank Centre continues to present classical music as an evolving, contemporary art form – moving fluidly between tradition and experimentation, canonical repertoire and new commissions, and expanding the ways in which classical music can be experienced in a plethora of formats.
Toks Dada, the Southbank Centre’s Head of Classical Music, said: “Classical music’s appeal continues to stand the test of time with a 500-year history that brings the most enriching, life-changing musical experiences to audiences in the present, affirming its place as a contemporary and evolving artform. This Autumn’s classical music programme reflects the breadth and possibilities of classical music today – from landmark works that have shaped the art form to new voices and collaborations that continue to expand it. Our Resident Orchestras and Resident Artists sit at the heart of this programme, bringing extraordinary music to life, working with us to ignite and realise new ways to connect audiences with classical music’s full power, scale and intimacy. As the UK’s biggest presenter of classical music, we’re proud to continue bringing both new and established audiences experiences that are unapologetically bold, eclectic and welcoming.”
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