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BBC Proms

A selection of musical treats from a summer of extraordinary music at the world’s biggest classical music festival. From Berlioz to Beethoven, Miles Davis to Marvin Gaye.

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September 2026
The world's greatest classical music party kicks off in style live from the Royal Albert Hall with superstar pianist Yuja Wang and operatic sensation Nicky Spence.
Katie Derham and Nick Mohammed host classical music’s biggest party, with star soloists, all the traditions and sing-along fun.
Dvorak’s epic, Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra and a new triple concerto for BBC Young Musician star alumni Sheku Kanneh-Mason, Jess Gillam and Ben Goldscheider.
Bernstein's West Side Story and On the Town feature alongside Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue and other all-time favourites as Marin Alsop conducts music from her homeland.
The legendary pianist returns to the festival with Beethoven’s Second Piano Concerto, joining the Munich Philharmonic and conductor Lahav Shani, who follow up with Brahms’ Fourth.
Much-loved magical tunes from Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid and more, brought to life by the BBC Philharmonic and West End stars. Presented by Nick Mohammed.
The legendary conductor reflects on her history-making Last Night of the Proms in 2013 and a favourite moment from this year, Yunchan Lim's triumphant season opener.
A trio of soloists play Gershwin’s jazz infused classic like you've never heard it before.
August 2026
The world's greatest classical music festival celebrates this year's future masterpieces. Presented by Tom Service, expect bold compositions and illustrious orchestral pieces.
Nick Mohammed has a licence to thrill, presenting a concert of iconic 007 theme tunes like Nobody Does It Better, Skyfall and Goldfinger, recorded live at the Royal Albert Hall.
The world-class ensemble from the Big Apple makes its long-awaited Proms debut in style. Under the baton of their music director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, it is a night of musical drama!
Soloist Felix Klieser brings his extraordinary talent to Mozart's popular Third Horn Concerto in a stunning concert that also includes works by Benjamin Britten and Edward Elgar.
The world’s greatest classical music festival pays tribute to soul icon Marvin Gaye with a night of hits including I Heard It Through the Grapevine, What’s Going On and Sexual Healing.
A glorious tribute to the legendary trumpeter to mark what would have been his centenary, featuring classics from Porgy and Bess, Sketches of Spain and Miles Ahead amongst others.
A celebration of moments that make Proms history: landmark premieres and remarkable debuts, including first appearances of artists, orchestras and even instruments.
An emotional night celebrating Paul Simon's era-defining album on its fortieth anniversary. Ladysmith Black Mambazo, James Bay and Laura Mvula are amongst those performing the hits.
Gustavo Dudamel leads the Los Angeles Philharmonic in its first Proms appearance for more than two decades, pairing Beethoven with Gabriela Ortiz's urgent Revolucion diamantina.
More than 150 of the country's best young musicians bring to life the dazzling world of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique.
Nick Mohammed celebrates the music behind some of cinema's most unforgettable moments, from 2001: A Space Odyssey, Star Wars and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial to Interstellar and Arrival.
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