Opening Night: ‘Divisions & Visions’ - George Benjamin & Olivier Messiaen
Kings Place, Hall One, N1 9AG , [Venue Details]The London Piano Festival 2026 opens with an evening of conversation and music exploring the creative lineage between Olivier Messiaen and Sir George Benjamin.
BBC Radio 3’s Donald Macleod is in conversation with Sir George Benjamin, followed by performances from Artistic Directors Charles Owen and Katya Apekisheva of Benjamin’s Two or Four and Divisions, alongside Messiaen’s monumental Visions de l’Amen.
The opening performance of LPF 2026 begins with a discussion between BBC Radio 3’s Donald Macleod and Sir George Benjamin, exploring Benjamin’s formative relationship with his teacher, Olivier Messiaen, and the lasting impact of Messiaen’s musical and spiritual thinking on his work.
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Performer name: Opening Night: ‘Divisions & Visions’ - George Benjamin & Olivier Messiaen
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Opening Night: ‘Divisions & Visions’ - George Benjamin & Olivier Messiaen
Thursday, 29 Oct 2026 @7.30pm
Kings Place, Hall One, N1 9AGMore Information
The London Piano Festival 2026 opens with an evening of conversation and music exploring the creative lineage between Olivier Messiaen and Sir George Benjamin.
BBC Radio 3’s Donald Macleod is in conversation with Sir George Benjamin, followed by performances from Artistic Directors Charles Owen and Katya Apekisheva of Benjamin’s Two or Four and Divisions, alongside Messiaen’s monumental Visions de l’Amen.
The opening performance of LPF 2026 begins with a discussion between BBC Radio 3’s Donald Macleod and Sir George Benjamin, exploring Benjamin’s formative relationship with his teacher, Olivier Messiaen, and the lasting impact of Messiaen’s musical and spiritual thinking on his work.
Admission
Min: £22.50
Max: £50.00
Performer name: Opening Night: ‘Divisions & Visions’ - George Benjamin & Olivier Messiaen
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