Sunday 21 June 2026, 3.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Nearly full
- Tiered seating
Aurora Orchestra
Aurora OrchestraPresented by Saffron Hall
It’s an intriguing idea, pairing Beethoven’s first piano concerto, and Mozart’s last, grandest symphony. We think of the two great composers as belonging to separate musical eras, but these two pieces were written only seven years apart.
Beethoven’s concerto, with its wit, elegance and joie de vivre, calls to mind the age of Mozart and Haydn that he was about to leave behind. As for the ‘Jupiter’ symphony (presented here from memory), it’s a majestic work fizzing with so many ideas that Mozart seems barely able to fit them all in. A twentieth century work for strings drawing on American folk idioms and the spirit of the dance is an energetic opener. Two Saffron Hall favourites – Aurora and Benjamin Grosvenor – form an alluring team.
Aurora will return to Saffron Hall in August 2026 with another 'from memory’ concert, featuring their trademark theatrical presentation.
Supporters
This concert is made possible by an anonymous donor
Performance information
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.
Booking information
Seating style
This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating
Discounts
Programme and performers
Programme
- Jessie Montgomery Strum 8 mins
- Beethoven Piano Concerto No.1 40 mins
- Mozart Symphony No.41 ‘Jupiter’ (from memory) 38 mins
Performers
- Aurora Orchestra
- Nicholas Collon conductor
- Benjamin Grosvenor piano
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Information for your visit
Sunday 21 June 2026, 3.30pm
Schedule
All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.
Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.
When to arrive
2.30pm - 3.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.
Foyer opens
2.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.
Auditorium opens
3pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.
Show starts
3.30pm
Show ends
To be confirmed
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.
Location
Saffron Hall
Additional information
Drinks
Cloakroom
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