Returns for a Third Year in Hyde Park
Thursday 10 July
‘ALL THINGS ORCHESTRAL’ PERFORMED BY THE
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC CONCERT ORCHESTRA
HOSTED BY
MYLEENE KLASS
CONDUCTED BY
BEN PALMER
FULL PROGRAMME TO BE ANNOUNCED
Tickets on sale Thursday 22 May, visit www.bst-hydepark.com
American Express presents BST Hyde Park is thrilled to announce that the extraordinary classical music experience, All Things Orchestral, returns to Hyde Park for a third year as part of the Open House programme on Thursday 10 July. Hosted once more by Myleene Klass, the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra – conducted by Ben Palmer – will whisk the audience on a journey through time, celebrating Cinematic Classics and much more. The full programme is to be announced. Tickets go on sale on 22 May, visit www.bst-hydepark.com
The hugely successful previous editions have featured some of the biggest names in classical music – from acclaimed US composer Laura Karpman to MILǑS, Alfie Boe and Esther Abrami. Last year’s show was hailed by Ham & High as “a real treat“, with The Upcoming noting, “You couldn’t ask for much more from a family-friendly entertaining programme… it is reassuring to see orchestral music on the menu of a major festival.”
True to the accessible ethos of BST Hyde Park’s Open House, All Things Orchestral will offer affordable tickets. With many orchestras and arts organisations struggling, and attendance of classical performances in decline, All Things Orchestral is here to remind people of the power of classical music, and introduce it to new audiences. Gold Circle ticket prices will be available from £7.95 on first release.
Ben Palmer, Artistic Director of Covent Garden Sinfonia and Chief Conductor of both the Orchestra da Camera di Pordenone and Babylon Orchester Berlin, is a leading conductor renowned for his work with major orchestras worldwide including the London and Montreal Symphony Orchestras. He is one of the most sought-after specialists in live-to-picture and studio conducting, having been personally authorised by John Williams to conduct his film scores in concert, and praised by Hans Zimmer as “a masterclass in conducting.”
Returning to compère for a third year, TV and radio presenter, classically trained musician, bestselling author and passionate campaigner, Myleene Klass has hosted major shows like The Classic BRITs, Popstar to OperaStar, The One Show and Musical Masterpieces, presented on Classic FM and Smooth Radio since 2006 and 2014 respectively, and released multiple No.1 classical albums alongside Sunday Times bestselling parenting books.
So, keep your eyes peeled for general sale and get your picnic blanket ready to join us for a celebration of the incredible summer of orchestral music!
Lucy Noble, Artistic Director at AEG Presents, says “We’re delighted to bring All Things Orchestral back to BST Hyde Park for its third year! These concerts have helped show that classical and orchestral music is for everyone to enjoy, and we’re so thrilled to celebrate some of the world’s most exciting music – performed by the finest musicians – in an accessible and affordable way. Whether you’re a classical fan, or if you’ve never seen an orchestra perform live before, there will be something for people of all ages to enjoy – we’re looking forward to the perfect summer evening for all the family.”
Using BST Hyde Park’s famous Great Oak Stage, which has hosted the world’s biggest music legends since 2013, fans will be taken on a summer evening’s journey through classical music, both traditional and modern. This special event promises to be a spectacle for thousands of fans, offering not only the allure of exceptional music but also the beauty of the surroundings.
This historic park has been graced by legendary artists such as The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Carole King, Bruce Springsteen, Barbara Streisand, Billy Joel, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, and many more, adding an extra layer of magic to the experience.
Open House returns this summer – full dates and programme here: https://www.bst-hydepark.com/OPEN. It will take place across two weeks, starting from Monday 30th June – Thursday 10th July. Enjoy the long days and warm summer nights with an action-packed programme and free entry in the heart of Hyde Park.
BST Hyde Park returns with more superstars and unique shows. It has become THE place to be in the London summer, a date in the diary for hundreds of thousands of fans every year. This June and July will see more legendary artists take to the stage over three weekends with headliners Olivia Rodrigo (27 June), Zach Bryan (28 + 29 June) Noah Kahan (4 July), Sabrina Carpenter (5 + 6 July), neil young and the chrome hearts (11 July), Stevie Wonder (12 July) and Jeff Lynne’s ELO (13 July) taking over Hyde Park
https://www.bst-hydepark.com/
Tickets:
Amex Presale: Tuesday 20 May
AEG / BST: Wednesday 21 May
General On Sale: Thursday 22 May
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About Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra:
The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra (RPCO) is a dynamic and versatile ensemble that performs a wide range of styles and genres of music in shows across the UK and around the world. The Orchestra’s repertoire includes film music, video game scores, music from the musicals and symphonic arrangements of classic rock and pop songs, as well as new commissions and the traditional core orchestral repertoire, reaching a live audience of over 170,000 people per year. The Orchestra’s creative partnerships with artists, promoters and producers have resulted in ambitious performances from exclusive and intimate audiences with stars to spectacular performances in vast arenas and leading concert venues around the UK and the world. The RPCO aims to reach as wide and diverse an audience as possible and is unafraid to explore new orchestral experiences.
The Orchestra is a regular visitor to the Royal Albert Hall where it has premiered many films ‘Live in Concert’ such as Top Gun: Maverick, Avatar, The English Patient, Brassed Off! in a collaboration with the Grimethorpe Colliery Band, Skyfall, and the blockbuster Bollywood film Baahubali – The Beginning screened in the original language of Tamil. The 2025–26 Season sees the ‘Live in Concert’ premiere of S. S. Rajamouli’s RRR, as well as performances of Gladiator, How to Train Your Dragon, Back to the Future and Home Alone. The RPCO also regularly appears with some of the world’s most famous pop acts, including Ellie Goulding, Kylie Minogue, Jake Shears, Neil Tennant, Monica Mancini and Lulu.
The RPCO performs at festivals across the world and in 2025 they will make appearances at The Mighty Hoopla with Kate Nash, British Summer Time Festival in London’s Hyde Park, The London Soundtrack Festival and Battersea Park in Concert. 2025 also sees performances with Diana Ross at the o2 in London and The Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir at the Royal Albert Hall.
The RPCO continues to be at the forefront of bringing new audiences to orchestral performances, specialising in innovative concert formats and diverse repertoire. The Orchestra has toured the UK with the music of Roy Orbison, featuring the late artist in a groundbreaking hologram format, followed by performances at the London Coliseum alongside the hologram of Maria Callas. 2023 also saw the RPCO’s fourth national arena tour of Elvis in Concert, accompanying the ‘King of Rock and Roll’ up close and on screen. The Orchestra also remains a leader in the field of video game music concerts, having recently performed sell-out concerts of the music of Genshin Impact and NieR and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Orchestra World Tour. In 2025 they will premiere METAL GEAR in Concert at the Royal Albert Hall, and perform the music of Distant Worlds at the Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith.
Further recent highlights for the RPCO include multiple performances with the hugely popular Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, as well as concerts with José Carreras, Anna Netrebko and the stars of the West End stage, such as Kerry Ellis, Alfie Boe and Ruthie Henshall. The Orchestra premiered the Legendary and award-winning Indian composer Ilaiyaraaja’s historic Symphony No. 1 – ‘Valiant’ in London in January 2025 and will also perform it, alongside other works by Ilaiyaraaja in Chennai, India in the summer of 2025. Recent international touring has also seen the RPCO visit Gibraltar, Greece, India, Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, as part of the UAE National Day.
To discover more about the RPCO and view our upcoming events, please visit rpco.co.uk.
About American Express presents BST Hyde Park:
Set in London’s beautiful Royal Park, BST Hyde Park kicked off in 2013 with The Rolling Stones reliving their legendary 1969 gig, plus Bon Jovi, Lionel Richie and many more packing out the park for memorable summer nights.
The event has featured many now famous shows from Carole King, Celine Dion, Stevie Wonder, Barbra Streisand, Adele, The Rolling Stones, Taylor Swift, Robbie Williams, Black Sabbath, Take That, Kylie Minogue, The Who, Blur, Kendrick Lamar, The Strokes, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Lana Del Rey and so many more.
Every year, each headliner is joined by a full supporting line-up across multiple stages, from major superstars to handpicked developing acts performing for fans from across the UK and the world.
And the midweek programme allows free access to the site with outdoor cinema, street food markets, children’s theatre, fitness classes, summer sports screenings, evening events, live music and much more.
