The Purcell Lecture 2026

• Date: 11 May 2026
• Time: 6:00pm
• Venue: Stationers' Hall
• Cost: £30.00

The second Purcell Lecture: Monday 11 May, Stationers’ Hall, 6.30 pm: The role of the BBC in Music – Custodian, Curator or Creator?

What is the role of the BBC in classical music? What does the future look like? Sam Jackson, Controller of BBC Radio 3 and the BBC Proms, gives this year’s Purcell Lecture at Stationers’ Hall on Monday, 11 May. Join fellow Musicians and Stationers for what promises to be an excellent evening of music, discussion and Q&A, with reception food and drink.

Booking is now open via the Members’ Area. Members’ guests are welcome.