Choice: Concert: The Ringing Isle
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.The Ringing Isle, Royal Festival Hall, London SE1 (0171-960 4242) 7.30pm
The problem with writing contemporary music is the wait before a second performance after the premiere. The Association of British Orchestra, courtesy of BT sponsorship, has come up with a neat scheme. They have commissioned an overture from Jonathan Dove who has written two versions for symphonic and also chamber orchestra. Hire charges have been waived, which could lead to future performances on an unprecedented scale with the potential of 80 further UK hearings. When not preparing for tonight's premiere, Dove is music adviser to the Almeida Theatre, which has used him to score numerous productions, but also premiered Siren Song, his witty and unusually theatrical opera. The really exciting news is that he is writing another for Glyndebourne next year. In the meantime, join him at the Festival Hall where Ivan Fisher conducts the world premiere alongside Mozart's Clarinet Concerto and Bruckner's 7th Symphony. David Benedict
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments