Britten Sinfonia – review

Barbican, LondonThe Britten Sinfonia has a lot to celebrate. At 20 years old, East Anglia's chamber orchestra has a stronger identity than ever, keeping the home fires of the classical repertoire burning while pursuing an approach to new music that punctures the solemnity of much of the rest of the scene. Core classical audiences may have some surprises coming their way as the Sinfonia takes up its position as Associate Ensemble at the Barbican, London – so long as the Sinfonia leads the audie...

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