Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment live in London

Experience Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment live on April 16th

The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) will perform at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London on April 16, 2027. The OAE is renowned for its historically informed performance practice, specializing in music from the Baroque and Classical periods, typically performing on instruments appropriate to the era being represented. This approach aims to recreate the sounds composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Haydn would have originally envisioned, focusing on stylistic nuance and a lighter, more agile sound than often associated with modern orchestral playing.

Queen Elizabeth Hall, part of the Southbank Centre complex, opened in 1967 and is a significant concert venue in London. Designed by Hubert Bennett and Llewelyn Davies, it was conceived as a space dedicated to music performance – initially with a focus on classical music but expanding over time. The hall is noted for its acoustic properties and modernist architectural style. It underwent a major refurbishment completed in 2018, enhancing both audience facilities and the building’s technical capabilities while aiming to preserve its original character. The hall has hosted numerous internationally acclaimed musicians and ensembles throughout its history.