Voices from Finland
In this remarkable choral symphony, the young Sibelius and the London Philharmonic Orchestra retell Finland’s most ancient poem, the Kalevala.
This is Sibelius in the raw: the tragedy of a young hero and a love more terrible than war, told in music of operatic power.
So gather round as Robin Ticciati, a full chorus and two star singers retell the story tonight.
Lotta Wennäkoski – one of modern Finland’s most original young voices – has something new to add, too.
Lotta Wennäkoski’s Zelo has been commissioned by the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
Performers
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Robin Ticciati conductor
Miina-Liisa Värelä soprano
Shenyang bass-baritone
YL Male Voice Choir
Repertoire
Lotta Wennäkoski: Zelo (World premiere)
Interval
Sibelius: Kullervo for soprano, baritone, chorus & orchestra
Need to know
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For your visit
This event is held at the Royal Festival Hall Southbank Centre
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Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 11pm
Monday, closed.
Plan your visit
The Royal Festival Hall is home to our largest auditorium as well as The Clore Ballroom, National Poetry Library, Members’ Lounge, Festival Bar & Kitchen, Ballroom Cafe and Skylon restaurant.
Getting here
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Access
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Food & drink
On Level 2 of our Royal Festival Hall you can grab a slice of life by the Thames with drinks and freshly made pizza at our Festival Bar & Kitchen which opens out onto our Riverside Terrace. You can grab a coffee and a slice of freshly made cake from our Ballroom Cafe. Or alternatively enjoy destination dining in the restaurant at Skylon.
From coffee to cocktails, filling favourites to fine dining, plus some of London’s best street food – it’s all here at the Southbank Centre.