The 2026 Proms season is soon coming to a close, and this is a great opportunity to reminisce about the unforgettable moments of this extraordinary festival. With 86 concerts over eight weeks, the claim of the Proms as the largest and best classical music festival in the world is hard to deny. Have you participated in this amazing gathering?
Your Concert Experiences
We want to hear your listening experiences from this year's concerts. Did any new pieces performed this year make it to your playlist? Did you enjoy the performances of prominent artists? Did you sing along with Jupiter Ensemble to 'Hey Jude'?
This year's music at the Proms included incredible works; among them, the stunning performance by the Berlin Philharmonic, John Wilson and the Sinfonia of London, and the Oslo Philharmonic conducted by Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla. Additionally, the Aurora Orchestra brought unforgettable moments with their exploration and performance of Mahler's First Symphony.
New and Exciting Works
Among the new works introduced this year, Turnage's Suite Festen was a burst of color and vitality, Thea Musgrave's bassoon concerto was like a delightful dessert, and Jessie Montgomery's violin concerto was recognized as one of the highlights of the season. Are you familiar with these works? Which one impressed you the most?
Let us know which concerts you followed at the Royal Albert Hall, on the radio, or online. Did you also attend concerts in Bristol, Sunderland, Gateshead, or Mold? Share your thoughts in the comments section and help us remember these beautiful moments.
