Britten Sinfonia II: Phaedra

Listen to a talk by the performers from tonight’s powerful programme of music inspired by mythological tales and stories.

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Silhouetted small orchestra with smoke and lighting in the background.

77th Aldeburgh Festival of Music and the Arts

12 – 28 June 2026

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