Today at the BBC Proms: Wagner, Missy Mazzoli, Dani Howard, and Mahler's anguished First Symphony

Today at the BBC Proms: Wagner, Missy Mazzoli, Dani Howard, and Mahler's anguished First Symphony

Tonight's Prom includes a world premiere by British composer Dani Howard, alongside works by Mahler, Wagner and Missy Mazzoli

Dani Howard © Emma Fenton

Published: August 10, 2024 at 9:00 am

We've got all you need to know about today's BBC Proms concert taking place at the Royal Albert Hall. Prom 30 (Saturday 10 August) features music from Wagner, Mahler, Missy Mazzoli and a world premiere by Dani Howard.

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What's on at the BBC Proms today?

Today's BBC Proms concert features Mahler's First Symphony, 'The Titan', which takes us through the wonder of nature and the pain of anguish. A complex psychological journey takes the work from despair to hope to blazing triumph.

The programme also includes the storm-tossed Overture to Wagner's Flying Dutchman, Missy Mazzoli’s reflection on time, Orpheus Undone, and the world premiere of Three, Four AND … by National Youth Orchestra resident artist Dani Howard.

Who is performing at tonight's Prom?

Performers at Prom 30 include the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, comprising some of Britain’s most talented young players. They are joined by Musicians from NYO Inspire, a programme for teenagers who want music to be a bigger part of their lives but face barriers and lack of opportunity to progress.

Conducting the performances are Alexandre Bloch, music director of the Orchestre National de Lille,  and Tess Jackson, associate conductor of the National Youth Orchestra.

Is today's BBC Prom on TV?

BBC Four and iPlayer will broadcast Prom 30 this season. You can also hear it live on BBC Radio 3.

What time does tonight's Prom start?

Prom 30 kicks off at 7.30pm (BST).

And how much are tickets for the BBC Proms today?

Tickets for Prom 26 are priced between £10 and £44. Or, why not become a Prommer for the day and join the line for the chance of an £8 on-the-day ticket?

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