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Abstract black artwork with overlapping pink circular forms, concentric patterns, and curved text reading 'Letting go, one note at a time', inspired by Elgar's The Dream of Gerontius.

Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius

London Philharmonic Orchestra, Ruwani Rajapakse

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Letting go, one note at a time

Artwork designed by: Ruwani Rajapakse

While listening to: Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius

Conducted by: Edward Gardner

‘What might dying feel like? Elgar imagines a man guided by a guardian angel, as his soul journeys towards the next world.’ – Jesús Herrera, Artistic Director

‘Listening to orchestral music, especially live, gives me goosebumps. The Dream of Gerontius moved me deeply. Its fleeting life shaped my artwork’s mood and aesthetic.’ – Ruwani Rajapakse, artist

Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius

London Philharmonic Orchestra, Ruwani Rajapakse

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Hear it live in London on Saturday 24 April 2027

Black and white portrait of conductor Ed Gardner, a white man with short silver hair, wearing a black shirt with arms folded and holding a conductor's baton, looking at the camera against a wooden planked wall.

Sat 24 Apr 2027, 7.30pm

The Dream of Gerontius

London, Royal Festival Hall
  • Elgar The Dream of Gerontius (95’)*
  • Edward Gardner conductor**
  • Natalie Lewis mezzo-soprano
  • Michael Spyres tenor
  • Yngve Søberg baritone
  • London Philharmonic Choir
  • London Symphony Chorus
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