International Festival: Vaughan Williams - A Sea Symphony

International Festival: Vaughan Williams – A Sea Symphony Experience an unforgettable night of 20th‑century British music brought to life by the London Symphony Orchestra under the seasoned baton of Sir Antonio Pappano. The programme opens with Elizabeth Maconchy’s dreamlike “Nocturne for Orchestra,” a masterpiece from a composer hailed as one of Britain’s most substantial talents, followed by Erich Korngold’s exuberant Violin Concerto—a work steeped in the melodic allure of 1930s Hollywood. World‑renowned violin soloist Vilde Frang, celebrated as “the reigning queen of the concerto,” delivers a soaring performance that captivates the audience. The evening culminates in a soaring rendition of Ralph Vaughan Williams’s “A Sea Symphony.” This iconic work is rendered with unbridled passion by the Edinburgh Festival Chorus, guided by chorus master James Grossmith, and highlighted by the powerful voices of soprano Natalya Romaniw and baritone Will Liverman. Sung in English and accompanied by surtitles, this celebration offers fans an intimate glimpse into the triumphs of Britain’s musical heritage, from Maconchy to Vaughan Williams—and beyond.