What the World Needs Now: the Burt Bacharach Songbook

This concert celebrates the music of Burt Bacharach, a composer of 20th-century popular music. The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra performs his songs, with vocalists Rumer and Ed Harcourt singing classics like "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head" and "(They Long to Be) Close to You."

Attendees can expect an evening of orchestral arrangements and melodies, showcasing Bacharach's blend of jazz-influenced harmonies and pop. The program highlights his career, from early hits with lyricist Hal David to later collaborations, offering a journey through his songbook.

This is a rare opportunity to hear Bacharach's music performed by a full symphony orchestra, capturing the elegance and emotional depth of his songs.