I’m a classical music expert – these are the six concerts to book now

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The Cumnock Tryst is the brainchild of local resident Sir James MacMillan, one of Britain’s most renowned composers. https://www.thecumnocktryst.com/2025-festivalLondon Piano Festival,Kings Place, 9-12 OctoberCharles Owen and Katya Apekisheva, co-artistic directors of the London Piano Festival (Photo: Viktor Erik Emanuel)Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this annual festival brings a many-coursed banquet of piano music to Kings Place. https://www.londonpianofestival.comThe Magic FluteRoyal Opera House, London, 10 October-3 NovemberDavid McVicar’s much-loved production of Mozart’s magical comedy is revived with a very special cast. Royal Opera House debuts include the tenor Amitai Pati as Tamino and, in the pit, the conductor Marie Jacquot. Her recital includes music by Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy, and Black American composers William Grant Still and Florence Price.