Inspire Summer 2013

London Symphony OrchestraLSO Discovery

InspireSummer 2013

LSO St Luke’sUBS and LSO Music Education Centre

Get involved with music Learn – Create – Participate

lso.co.uk/lsodiscovery

Families and childrenFun and interactive family-friendly events

Shake, Rattle and Roll! Music workshops for 1- to 5-year-olds

Every Monday, 29 Apr–15 Jul (except 6 & 27 May) 10–10.45am Babies, 11–11.45am Cruisers, 12–12.45pm Toddlers Clore Room, LSO St Luke’s

Join the Early Years team and LSO musicians in these interactive, creative music sessions. In age-based groups of no more than 15, your child will receive individual attention as well as the chance to interact with other children and musicians.

£95 full-term booking only

Due to the popularity of these workshops, if you would like

to take part, email [email protected] by 5pm on Thursday

18 April to be entered into the Shake, Rattle and Roll draw.

Please include: child’s name, date of birth and a phone number.

Successful applicants will be informed by Friday 19 April. For full

details visit lso.co.uk or call Isabel Bedford 020 7382 2556.

America! Family Concert for 7- to 12-year-olds

Sun 5 May 2.30–3.30pm (free foyer activities 1.15–2.15pm) Barbican Hall

Rachel Leach presenterAlexandre Bloch conductor

Join us as we take a leap across the pond and raise a salute to some of the Star-Spangled Banner’s greatest musical hits. We’ll be strolling across the Prairie and venturing into the Bronx to meet the gangs of New York who inspired Bernstein’s West Side Story.

Tickets £5 under-16s, £10 adults

Barbican Box Office 020 7638 8891 or book online at lso.co.uk

A free crèche is available for under-7s for the duration of the concert, booking essential (via Barbican Box Office)

Pre-Concert Family workshops 10.30am–1pmBarbican Foyers

Yeehaw! Prepare for the concert with these workshops from across the pond! Compose foot-stomping music with members of the LSO and create something you can parade in the concert.

Tickets £5 (adults & children)

Barbican Box Office 020 7638 8891

Open to Family Concert bookers only. Children must be accompanied by an adult

Concerts for under-5s Story telling with Vanessa King

Fri 17 May (times below)Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Join Vanessa King and LSO players as they re-tell a popular children’s story through music. Hear how the instruments tell a story and help Vanessa by joining in with all the songs and musical games we come across on our journey.

10.30–11.15am: Nurseries & Children’s Centres £2 per person, limited to 50 places per group. To book, email [email protected].

12.30–1.15pm: Families £3 per person (under 12 months free, no ticket required). To book, call the Barbican Box Office on 020 7638 8891.

Supported by AXA Investment Managers

Music Explorers For families with under-8s

Sat 29 Jun 10am–12pm workshops, 12–12.30pm concert Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Vanessa King presenter

Bring the whole family to LSO St Luke’s for a fun and interactive day with LSO musicians and other artists. Take part in music workshops and make something to take home with you. Come together for the celebration concert at the end of the morning to show off what you’ve learnt along the way.

Tickets £3 children, £5 adults (under 12 months free, no ticket required)


Supported by the Ann and Frederick O’Brien Charitable Trust

Lullabies For families with over-5s

Mon 6 May 2.30pmJerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Come and share in a performance of traditional songs from the Comoros Islands performed by a community group of mothers, teenagers and children from Marseille, France, in a cultural exchange as part of the LSO’s residency in Aix-en-Provence. Bring the whole family to share in this cherished passing of cultural memories from one generation to the next.

Tickets £3 children, £5 adults


‘The most important thing is for the children to participate and have fun … my granddaughter enjoyed the experience immensely and it has spurred her on to become a future member of the Orchestra.’

Granddad of a Family Concert participant

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Lifelong learningOpportunities for everyone to find out more about music

LSO Create For adults with learning difficulties

Mon 8 Apr, Mon 20 May & Mon 3 Jun 10.15am–3pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Join LSO musicians and Gamelan experts to explore instruments and take part in creative music-making in these interactive and inclusive workshops. Open to adults with learning disabilities and their care workers.

Free entry, booking essential

To book call Isabel Bedford on 020 7382 2556 or email [email protected]

Supported by The Ann and Frederick O’Brien Charitable Trust,

Rothschild Charities Committee and LSO Patrons

Artist Conversation With composer Colin Matthews

Thu 11 Apr 11.30am–12.15pm Gamelan Room, LSO St Luke’s

As part of LSO Futures Week, a mini-festival celebrating new music, join composer Colin Matthews in conversation with an LSO musician. A fantastic opportunity to find out how orchestral music is created in the 21st century, and hear about the LSO’s exciting schemes to support young composers. The Panufnik Young Composers Workshop follows immediately after this talk; turn to page 6 for more details.



Discovery Day: Copland For all ages over 12

Sun 9 Jun 10am–5.30pm Barbican Hall & LSO St Luke’s

Join the LSO and conductor Michael Tilson Thomas as they rehearse Aaron Copland’s Short Symphony, Orchestral Variations and works by Britten and Shostakovich with cellist Yo-Yo Ma. The day continues at LSO St Luke’s with a lecture on the life and work of this key American composer, and a chamber music performance by LSO musicians.

Full day tickets £17 (£13.50 concessions) Afternoon only £12

Barbican Box Office 020 7638 8891 or online at lso.co.uk

Discovery Celebration For all ages over 5

Thu 13 Jun 7.30pm (free foyer performances from 6pm)Barbican Hall

Alexandre Bloch conductorHoward Moody Next Generation musical directorRachel Leach presenterLSO Community Choir LSO On Track Next Generation London Symphony Orchestra

In this concert, the London Symphony Orchestra performs must-hear pieces perfect for those new to classical music, and is joined on stage by young musicians from East London with their own take on Beethoven, as well as the dynamic LSO Community Choir. Don’t miss what’s sure to be a musical spectacle! The fun begins outside the concert hall with free foyer performances from 6pm, curated by former members of LSO On Track Next Generation.

Tickets £10 £15 £19.50 (£5 under-16s)


‘LSO Create encourages them to work together. The experience is a valuable development in their life skills training.’Support worker of LSO Create participant

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Friday Lunchtime Concerts Informal free concerts for all ages over 5

Fri 26 Apr; 31 May; 7 & 21 Jun 12.30–1.15pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

LSO and Guildhall School musicians explore American music, including works by composers Samuel Barber and Aaron Copland, as well as music inspired by visits to the continent. Presented by Rachel Leach.

Free entry, just turn up on the day!

For more information or group bookings, call Helen Innes on 020 7382 2512 or email [email protected]

Supported by Coutts Charitable Trust,

Rothschild Charities Committee and LSO Friends

Conducting Masterclasses For all ages over 12

Sun 2 Jun 6–9pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Now in its tenth year, the LSO Discovery Conducting Masterclass is an innovative project giving three conductors (this year Edward Farmer, Fergus MacLeod and George Jackson) a unique opportunity to work with the LSO. In 2013 the aspiring professionals will be coached by LSO Principal Guest Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas on Shostakovich’s Symphony No 5, Copland’s Symphony No 2 and Britten’s The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra.

Tickets £5


Supported by The Murray-Smith Laird Charitable Trust

LSO Open RehearsalFor members of the local community aged over 12

Fri 12 Apr 3–6pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Join conductor François-Xavier Roth as he prepares the Orchestra for a Barbican concert on 13 April. Music includes Debussy’s luscious La Mer (‘The Sea’). Free entry, booking essential Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult To book call Isabel Bedford on 020 7382 2556 or email [email protected]

Community Gamelan GroupCreative workshops for adults

Every Monday, 15 Apr–1 Jul (except 6 & 27 May) Clore Gamelan Room, LSO St Luke’s

5.30–7pm Beginners 7.15–8.30pm Intermediates & Advanced

A Gamelan is a musical ensemble from Indonesia featuring gongs, metallophones, drums and bamboo flutes. The Gamelan Group offers sessions for beginners through to experienced players, so anyone can have a go. Tickets £6.50 (£4.50 concessions) per week To book call Isabel Bedford on 020 7382 2556 or email [email protected]

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Young musiciansDeveloping the musicians of tomorrow

At a glanceSummer 2013 Events Calendar

LSO Fusion Orchestra For young musicians aged 10–18

Sat 6–7 Apr, Sat 25 May, Fri 26–28 Jul Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Young musicians aged 10–18 are invited to join LSO musicians and Paul Griffiths to create and perform new music together. Players of all standards and instrument types are welcome. Content and timings differ for each project – more information can be provided upon enquiry.

Free to join, booking essential

Call Isabel Bedford on 020 7382 2556 or email [email protected]

Digital Technology Group Workshops for 12- to 18-year-olds

Every Monday, 29 Apr–15 Jul (except 6 & 27 May)Candide Discovery Room, LSO St Luke’s

Would you like to make music using the latest software or learn how to record your voice, instrument or band using high-tech studio equipment? Working with LSO and guest musicians in a professional studio environment will give you the opportunity to develop your creative and performance skills.

Free to join, booking essential

Call Chris Rogers on 020 7566 2878 or email [email protected]

Supported by David and Alexandra Scholey

Percussion Academy Concert For all ages over 5

Wed 19 Jun 6.30pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

Join LSO percussionists and the UK’s most talented young timpani & percussion players as they showcase highlights from the LSO Timpani and Percussion Academy week.

Tickets £7 (£5 concessions)


Supported by The Ann and Frederick O’Brien Charitable Trust, The

Candide Trust, The Derek Hill Foundation, David HS Hobbs, Musicians

Benevolent Fund, Polonsky Foundation, Rod Stafford

LSO Youth Choir Concert Suitable for all ages

Fri 5 Jul 7pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

The LSO Youth Choir presents their summer concert, with a diverse selection of pieces ranging from classical works by Sir Peter Maxwell Davies to popular chart hits.

If your child is over 7 and lives or goes to school in Islington, Hackney or the City of London, they can apply for a place in the Youth Choir. Places are awarded in an annual selection day, which takes place towards the end of the summer term. They are awarded for one academic year, after which participants are invited to re-apply. For more details please email [email protected].

Tickets £3 children, £5 adults. Booking opens 28 May


Part of the LSO and LSC Choral Development Programme which

is generously supported by the J Paul Getty Jnr Charitable Trust

Panufnik Workshop For all ages over 12

Thu 11 Apr 1.30–5.30pm & 6.30–9.30pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

François-Xavier Roth conductorColin Matthews composition directorChristian Mason composition supportLondon Symphony Orchestra

Get a glimpse into a composer’s creative process as the talented members of this year’s Panufnik Young Composers scheme develop their music with the LSO. This event is part of LSO Futures Week, a mini-festival celebrating young composers at the cutting edge of new music with a week of events at the Barbican and LSO St Luke’s. Plus, if you are a composer aged 14–18, you can get involved in hands-on workshops: find out more at lso.co.uk/futures.



Supported by the Helen Hamlyn Trust

Soundhub Showcase For all ages over 12

Sat 18 May 6.15–9.30pm Jerwood Hall, LSO St Luke’s

LSO Soundhub, the Orchestra’s latest initiative to support up-and-coming composers across a wide range of musical genres, showcases extracts from the latest projects at LSO St Luke’s. With everything from visual art, choreography and film thrown into the mix, audiences should expect the unexpected! Please note this concert includes an extended interval.

Tickets £7 (£5 concessions) Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult


LSO Soundhub is supported by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation

Weekly events Page from Mon 15 Apr Community Gamelan Group 4

from Mon 29 Apr Shake, Rattle & Roll! 2

from Mon 29 Apr Digital Technology Group 6

April Sat 6–7 Apr LSO Fusion Orchestra 6

Mon 8 Apr 10.15am LSO Create 4

Thu 11 Apr 11.30am Artist Conversation 4

Thu 11 Apr 1.30pm Panufnik Composers Workshop 6

Fri 12 Apr 3pm LSO Open Rehearsal 4

Fri 26 Apr 12.30pm Friday Lunchtime Concert 5

MaySun 5 May 2.30pm Barbican Family Concert: America! 2

Mon 6 May 2.30pm Lullabies 3

Fri 17 May (morning) Concerts for under-5s 3

Sat 18 May 6.15pm Soundhub Showcase 6

Mon 20 May 10.15am LSO Create 4

Sat 25 May LSO Fusion Orchestra 6

Fri 31 May 12.30pm Friday Lunchtime Concert 5

JuneSun 2 Jun 6pm Conducting Masterclasses 5

Mon 3 Jun 10.15am LSO Create 4

Fri 7 Jun 12.30pm Friday Lunchtime Concert 5

Sun 9 Jun 10am Discovery Day: Copland 5

Thu 13 Jun 7.30pm Discovery Celebration 5

Wed 19 Jun 6.30pm Percussion Academy Concert 7

Fri 21 Jun 12.30pm Friday Lunchtime Concert 5

Sat 29 Jun 10am Music Explorers 3

JulyFri 5 Jul 7pm Youth Choir Concert 7

Fri 26–28 Jul LSO Fusion Orchestra 6

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‘Thank you for offering this great opportunity for our children.’

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Contact us If you would like further information on anything mentioned in this newsletter please contact: Kate Gardner, LSO Discovery London Symphony Orchestra Barbican Centre, London EC2Y 8DS

Telephone 020 7382 2549 Email kate.gardner@lso .co.ukWebsite lso.co.uk/lsodiscovery

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