Marin Alsop, Royal Academy Of Music

Join Marin Alsop and the young musicians of the Royal Academy of Music in a performance of Benjamin Britten's towering War Requiem.

Combining the poems of one of the greatest of all war poets, Wilfred Owen, with Latin liturgical texts, Britten's powerful work expresses the futility of war whilst at the same time honouring those killed in battle.

The Talks:
The concert forms part of a day that marks the 100th anniversary of World War One. If you choose a £15 ticket, you can also attend a series of talks and workshops throughout the day. Starting in the morning from 10am, these talks - which take place both before and after the 3pm concert - provide an insight into the history and the culture of the times surrounding Britten's War Requiem.

Investigate the history of World War I, take a closer look at the music and the composer himself, plus hear talks on related literature, poetry and films.