Classical music in London
© Ambra Vernuccio
© Ambra Vernuccio

Classical concerts in London

Looking for great classical music in the capital? Look no further

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London is one of the world centres of classical music, and there’s a staggering number of concerts, recitals, festivals and lunchtime services taking place in the capital every month. Our advice? Head to any of the shows recommended below and you’ll be in for a treat.

The best classical concerts and opera in London

  • Music
  • Classical and opera
  • Deptford
  • Recommended
It wouldn’t be Christmas without John Rutter’s stint at the Royal Albert Hall. As well as a big ol' orchestra to get you feeling festive, there'll be two choirs on hand, singing all the classics, from 'Frosty The Snowman' to 'Away In A Manger'. 

More classical concerts and opera in London

  • Music
  • Classical and opera
  • Dalston
The Arcola Theatre's alt-opera festival Grimeborn returns for its eighteenth year in 2025 and it’s as eclectic as ever, from a stripped back reworking of Wagner’s magnum opus Tristan und Isolde (Aug 13-16) to the first ever full staging of John Joubert’s final opera Jane Eyre (Aug 6-9)  and the return of last year’s bit of fun Sense & Senibility, The Musical (Aug 19-23) which is, you know, a bit more musical-y, and also last year’s Lucia di Lammermoor, which is, you know, bleak. See Arcola website for all shows and timings.
  • Music
  • Classical and opera
  • Deptford
  • Recommended
It wouldn’t be Christmas without John Rutter’s stint at the Royal Albert Hall. As well as a big ol' orchestra to get you feeling festive, there'll be two choirs on hand, singing all the classics, from 'Frosty The Snowman' to 'Away In A Manger'. 
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