Britain’s best loved and most approachable classical music concert season is underway. Will you be there?
If so, it might suit you to consider serviced apartments London for your stay. Even if it’s as brief as a single-night stay, you’ll notice that accommodation rates for central London are much more reasonable—and living space less cramped—than a similar standard in hotels, particularly for families and small groups.
So what could you see at the Proms in 2010, assuming you have free choice of dates?
The Proms are different to any other classical concerts: £5 cash tickets are on sale from two and a half hours before each performance begins, which allows you to see world-class classical music in a majestic location, but with an informal atmosphere and for low prices under £10. The only drawbacks to consider is that it’s standing room only, and there may be queues! But that’s very British, if you’re getting into the spirit of things.
There are 75 concerts to choose from, all themed somehow, usually featuring new works alongside venerable classics. There’s a substantial celebration of Mahler, in the 150th anniversary of his birth: his large-scale songs and symphonies are performed in Proms 1, 18, 24, 26, 34, 48 and 62. All five Beethoven piano concertos will be performed (Proms 6, 16, 27 and 69). There will be a pair of Proms (10 & 11) featuring score choices from Doctor Who. There’s even Jamie Cullum with the Heritage Orchestra (Prom 55).
Or there’s always the famous Last Night. This is an indomitable, uproarious and misty-eyed concert night that at once celebrates British tradition whilst showcasing leading international musicians in a deliberate blend of essentials and discoverables. The way to get tickets is to attend five other Prom concerts first.
Where should you stay for a good Proms experience?
Promming from a serviced flat in London gives you a high standard of accommodation in London and will be your home-from-home, letting you have comfort and space, while keeping in the ‘everyman’ spirit of the Proms by not overpaying for the privilege!.
I hope you’ll enjoy a memorable Proms season.