# Juilliard and Royal Academy Orchestras with Salonen and Frang: Student Players Find Their Fire

A joint concert by the Juilliard Orchestra and Royal Academy Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen with violinist Vilde Frang, is reviewed. The student musicians delivered a performance that took time to ignite but ultimately released thrilling energy. The review highlights the value of cross-institutional collaboration and the promise of emerging talent.

**Importance:** 2/5

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/aug/11/juilliard-royal-academy-of-music-symphony-salonen-frang-review-proms) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:13:24 GMT