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BBC Proms 2015

Updated: 2015-02-10 / (visitlondon.com)
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The greatest classical music festival on earth returns to London's Royal Albert Hall. It's time for the Proms!

Each year the BBC Proms host two months of concerts, including the famous Last Night performances, world premieres of contemporary works and shows by a diverse range of artists. In a continuing effort to promote artists from across the musical spectrum, the Proms continues to welcome singers and artists form various genres; as well as classical favourites.

In 2014, the BBC Proms commemorated the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War with a focus and reflection on the works of wartime composers, as well as songs and the musical legacy of the conflict. Among the highlights were a special War Horse prom featuring life-size puppets from the hit show, a performance of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem based on the poetry of Wilfred Owen, and Sally Beamish’s violin concerto inspired by Erich Maria Remarque’s novel All Quiet on the Western Front.

The full 2015 programme will be available from the BBC's website on 23 April.

What are the Proms?

"Proms" is short for Promenade concert: informal and inexpensive concerts where Promenaders ("Prommers") pay just £5 for a ticket. Up to 900 Prommers can stand in the central Arena at London's Royal Albert Hall, and a further 500 can stand, sit or recline in the Gallery.

Check out our top tips for the BBC Proms for advice on how to make the most of your time as a Prommer.

From July 2015 to September 2015 (exact dates to be confirmed)

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