The Artists

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – resident orchestra at Cadogan Hall - was founded by Sir Thomas Beecham in 1946, whose vision was to create a new first-rate ensemble that would attract the very finest players from around the country.

Today, the RPO continues to live up to this aspiration, bringing music to people all around the world.
Since its formation sixty years ago, the London-based Orchestra has been directed by some of the world’s finest conductors, most notably Rudolf Kempe, Antal Doráti, André Previn and Vladimir Ashkenazy.
The RPO continues to thrive, undertaking a busy concert, touring and recording schedule, under the inspired leadership of Maestro Daniele Gatti (Music Director since 1996).

http://www.rpo.co.uk

Carl Davis

Carl Davis has been awarded a CBE (Hon) for his services to music. This is just recognition for a major talent who, although a US citizen, has lived in the UK since the 1960s.
There can be few music-lovers in the UK who have not been touched by his music and personality, whether by the wealth of film and TV scores, the ballet music, or by the lively and varied concerts he conducts up and down the country.

Carl believes strongly that all music has its place and this is reflected in his varied selection for concert programmes.
From conducting in concert halls and improvised arenas to composing music for films, television series or silent films from the 1920's, ballets and musicals as well as an Oratorio, his versatility is extraordinary.

http://www.carl-davis.com/