Episode 3 of 3
First Concert Performance
- When
- 1 May 1871
- Where
- Royal Albert Hall
Arthur Sullivan's cantata On Shore and Sea was performed as the first concert in the hall on 1 May 1871.
The first concert held in the Royal Albert Hall was Arthur Sullivan's cantata On Shore and Sea. This performance took place on 1 May 1871, shortly after the official opening ceremony in March.
Sources
- Royal Albert Hall Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
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