Hesse Lecture: Brett Dean

Our annual Hesse Lecture returns on the final day of the Festival. Join acclaimed Australian composer, violist and conductor Brett Dean for this insightful afternoon lecture.

Main image: Brett Dean © Bettina Stoess

General booking opens Saturday 31 January at 10am.

Advance booking for members begins from Thursday 8 January – view our full schedule of priority booking dates.

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77th Aldeburgh Festival of Music and the Arts

12 – 28 June 2026

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