Sunday 28 June 2026, 3.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Good availability
- Tiered seating
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment with Steven Isserlis
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment with Steven IsserlisPresented by Saffron Hall
“Today you will hear a real piece!” So declared Brahms of Dvořák’s cello concerto before attending a Vienna Philharmonic concert. Steven Isserlis and Maxim Emelyanychev – close collaborators of the orchestra - reconstruct that programme of March 1897. It was to be the last time Brahms attended a public performance of his own music.
Brahms’ mighty final symphony contains music that is “some of the darkest and deepest in the 19th century” according to journalist and broadcaster Tom Service. Soloist Steven Isserlis says Dvořák’s concerto “contains everything: beauty, heroism, poetry, joy, pathos, profundity.” Haydn’s symphony gets its nickname from the finale’s evocative hunting horns, but the whole work glows with the colours, revitalising warmth and energy of the great outdoors.
Supporters
This concert is made possible by Vivian Falk
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
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Programme and performers
Programme
- Haydn Symphony No.73, Hob I:73 ‘La Chasse’ 24 mins
- Dvořák Cello Concerto No.2 40 mins
- Brahms Symphony No.4 40 mins
Performers
- Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
- Maxim Emalyanychev conductor
- Steven Isserlis cello
Information for your visit
Sunday 28 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.
Pre-show shuttle bus
2.30pm - 3.30pm
Operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance.
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
Interval
Interval (20 mins)
Show ends
To be confirmed
Post-show shuttle bus
Operating from Saffron Hall to Audley End Station
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
Transport
Shuttle bus
Additional information
Drinks
Cloakroom
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