Ed Lyon / Iain Farrington

Wigmore Hall, London, Great Britain

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7:30 PM

Important Info

Type: Classical Concert

City: London, Great Britain

Starts at: 19:30

Duration:

Ticket delivery: E-Tickets

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If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).

Programme

Overview

Join tenor Ed Lyon for a rich mix of British song—from the intimate lute airs of Dowland to the stirring works of Britten and James MacMillan. In the second half, immerse yourself in the glittering glamour of 1920s and ’30s London theatreland. Let his seductive tenor voice and generous spirit transport you across centuries of melody.Join acclaimed tenor Ed Lyon for a journey through the heart of British song. In the opening half, his silken voice brings to life Dowland’s haunting lute songs, the expressive lines of Benjamin Britten and the vibrant modern textures of James MacMillan, each rendered with nuanced phrasing and heartfelt emotion. After the interval, the recital shifts to the glittering heyday of 1920s and ’30s London theatreland, as Lyon delivers cabaret-inspired airs and luminous melodies that evoke the glamour and sophistication of interwar stages. Supported by refined piano accompaniment, Lyon’s generous spirit and seductive timbre create an intimate yet exhilarating atmosphere, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in centuries of musical heritage. From the intimate contours of Elizabethan verse to the rhythmic flair of interwar popular song, this recital promises an unforgettable evening of artistry and refinement.

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