London Symphony Orchestra/Half Six Fix – Bruckner

Kick-start your evening with a Half Six Fix concert exploring Bruckner's Ninth Symphony. Introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action. Dedicated to ‘The Beloved God’, Bruckner’s ninth and final Symphony was left unfinished upon his death in 1896 – leaving the three movements that are heard tonight. Living up to its divine dedication, this symphony contrasts epic walls of sound with moments of aching fragility. Ending with a brooding Adagio slow movement, the unfinished symphony acts as a poignant farewell from one of the most influential composers of the 19th century. LSO Chief Conductor Sir Antonio Pappano will presents and conducts the Orchestra in this celestial symphony, offering insightful yet accessible commentary on the piece in his introduction. The concert will finish at approximately 7.40pm (timings subject to change). Programme Anton Bruckner Symphony No 9 (ed Benjamin-Gunnar Cohrs, Urtext Edition) Performers London Symphony Orchestra Sir Antonio Pappano conductor and presenter