Established values ​​and new works abound in a magical Classical Pride, plus the best of July’s classical concerts

Classic Pride, Barbican ★★★☆

A snappy opener, a new commission, a compact concert, contemporary work and a short symphony with choir - at first glance this could have been a Barbican concert, mixtape-style. But there were rainbow lights winking around the stage and the stage was draped in the LGBTQ+ flag. The clothing choices were brighter and more sparkly. I smoothed my own sequined combat trousers and caught the eye of someone else wearing the same.

This was Classical Pride, the second part of Oliver Zeffman's cleverly conceived celebration. Last year's concert, also at the Barbican, with the City ...