Juilliard Orch/Royal Academy Symphony Orch / Salonen/Frang review - student players let rip, eventually
Esa-Pekka Salonen conducted a joint orchestra of students from London’s Royal Academy of Music and New York’s Juilliard School at the Proms. The performance featured 20th-century classics, including Berg’s Violin Concerto with soloist Vilde Frang.
Why it matters
This collaboration highlights the high level of talent in international youth music programs and the ongoing cultural exchange between prestigious music institutions.
Taking no prisoners … Salonen conducts the Royal Academy and Juilliard students. Photograph: Chris Christodoulou Taking no prisoners … Salonen conducts the Royal Academy and Juilliard students. Photograph: Chris Christodoulou Proms 2026 Review Juilliard Orch/Royal Academy Symphony Orch / Salonen/Frang review – student players let rip, eventually Royal Albert Hall, London Esa-Pekka Salonen led an orchestra of players from London’s Royal Academy of Music and New York’s Juilliard School through 20th-century classics with Vilde Frang the electrifying soloist in Berg’s Violin Concerto
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