SW1X Area Guide

Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player in legendary bands The Jam and Stiff Little Fingers.

Celebrated Dutch fortepianist Ronald Brautigam makes his eagerly awaited debut with Ian Page’s award-winning orchestra The Mozartists, performing two of Mozart’s delightful early piano concertos. The programme also includes Mozart’s popular Serenata notturna, scored for the unusual combination of strings and timpani, and the joyfully effervescent Divertimento in D major, K.251, allegedly composed as a 25th birthday present for Mozart’s sister. Ronald Brautigam is one of very few pianists to perform at the highest level on both modern and period instruments. A student of the legendary Rudolf Serkin, he has recorded all of Mozart’s concertos and sonatas, as well as those by Haydn and Beethoven. “What is consistently compelling about these performances is the way Brautigam and his instrument allow us to look under the bonnet of the music.” Gramophone 6.15pm: Pre-concert talk Conductor Ian Page discusses the evening’s repertoire (in the auditorium, free to ticket holders)

In 1907, two of the greatest symphonic composers, Gustav Mahler and Jean Sibelius met in Helsinki, where the former was guest conducting. There, they went on a walk together and discussed the future of the symphony. Both men were lovers of nature and believed that the natural world would be a key reference point. After that, however, their views could not have been more starkly contrasting. Mahler thought the symphony should expand to “contain the world”, while Sibelius favoured rigorous logic and compression. In tonight’s programme, London’s bold new orchestra of pre-professional musicians under the baton of its Artistic Director explores this great debate through two symphonies that highlight the composers’ contrasting philosophies. Afterwards, the audience will be invited to vote on which approach most appeals to them.

CEFC returns toHoly Trinity, Sloane Square for another concert of contrasts and choral magic. Programme

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra — Brahms 1 Date: Wednesday 21 October 2026, 7.30pm Duration: approx. 2 hours 10 mins (incl. interval) Ticket Prices: £60, £50, £40, £30, £20 Performers: Ariane Matiakh conductor Zlatomir Fung cello Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Repertoire: Debussy Prelude à l’après-midi d’un faune Laurence Osborn Sun Sundered Head: Nocturne for Cello and Orchestra ( world premiere ) Brahms Symphony No. 1 URL: cadoganhall.com/whats-on/royal-philharmonic-orchestra-2026-27-brahms-symphony-no-1/

TITLE: Scala & Kolacny Brothers --- SUBTITLE: Scala 30 --- DATE/TIME: Wednesday 30 September 2026, 7pm --- PERFORMERS: Scala girls' choir; Stijn Kolacny (conductor); Steven Kolacny (pianist/arranger) --- EVENT COPY: Following their Cadogan Hall debut in 2025, Scala & Kolacny Brothers return with a spectacular celebration of 30 years of musical brilliance with Scala 30 – an unforgettable evening showcasing the world-renowned girls' choir, under the masterful direction of the Kolacny brothers. Prepare to be mesmerised by stunning, unique reinterpretations of iconic pop and rock anthems brought to life through pure, harmonious voices, captivating piano accompaniments, and exquisite visual and choreographic elements. Scala 30 is a once-in-a-lifetime anniversary tour that promises an evening filled with music, emotion, and breathtaking moments. --- DURATION: To be confirmed — most events last 2–2½ hours, evening events generally finishing no later than 10pm Monday to Saturday and 9pm on Sundays --- TICKET PRICES: £46, £41, £36, £31; Encore members: £2 off; per-order transaction fee of £4.50 applies to online bookings; box office bookings exempt --- EVENT URL: https://cadoganhall.com/whats-on/scala-and-kolacny-brothers-scala-30/