Richard Bratby

Not pleasant, and not in tune, but unarguably compelling: Royal Opera’s Nabucco reviewed

Plus: Clara-Jumi Kang had nothing much to say in the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, but said it very smartly, and received warm applause

The Babylonians look like Observer readers enjoying a private view at Tate Modern: Royal Opera's Nabucco. Image: Bill Cooper
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  • Nabucco

    Royal Opera House, in rep until 23 January

  • CBSO/Kang/Bancroft

    Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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