In the SPOTLIGHT

Fancy taking in a concert while in London? The capital has a glittering array of world-class concert halls to choose from

RUSSELL HIGHAM

As Leonard Bernstein said: “Life without music is unthinkable”. Luckily, in London, where the very idea of the concert was first born (violinist John Banister started giving performances to the public at his Whitefriars home in 1672), you’re never too far from a music hall, opera house, theatre or performance space. Whether your taste is for classical, jazz, pop, or rock, here are some of London’s best and most historic musical venues, from the West End to the East End via the South Bank. Wigmore Hall This elegant recital venue is considered by many to be the international home of chamber music. Built in the Renaissance style with marble walls and floors, it was designed by English architect Thomas Collcutt whose work also included the Savoy Hotel and the Palace…

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