KEITH EMERSON

Following the success of his campaign to bring Emerson, Lake & Palmer's music to the BBC Proms, Emerson Lake & Palmer Appreciation Group member Gary Hunt has launched a new campaign urging the BBC to feature more of KEITH EMERSON’s music and legacy across its programming.

If Keith's music has meant something to you, please sign the petition and share it with fellow fans. Every signature counts.

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From Gary:
"We, call upon the BBC — particularly BBC Radio 3, BBC Four Television, and the organisers of the BBC Proms, to recognise and celebrate the enduring musical and compositional legacy of Keith Emerson through significantly increased programming, performance, documentary coverage, and inclusion within the 2027/2028 BBC Proms seasons."

Sign the Petition Recognising Keith Emerson’s Musical Legacy on the BBC, The BBC Proms, and Around the World

ELP and Prog rock fans, rejoice! The official program for BBC Proms*: Prog Rock – A Fanfare for the Common Man at the Royal Albert Hall on July 18, 2026, is now available..and good news to those who missed the ticket: "Seated tickets for this (Prog) Prom are sold out, however 1,000 £8 Promming tickets will be available on the day."

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ELP/Copland, arr. Robert Ames Fanfare for the Common Man 8’
Jethro Tull, arr. Sam Gale Living in the Past 4’
Soft Machine, arr. Sam Gale Out Bloody Rageous Pt 1 5’
Genesis, arr. Adam Dennis A Trick of the Tail
Genesis, arr. Sam Gale I Know What I Like (In Your Wardrobe)
Renaissance, arr. Christian Balvig Northern Lights c.5’
Moody Blues, arr. Fiona Brice Nights in White Satin 5’
Van der Graaf Generator, arr. Adam Dennis Refugees 6’
Yes, arr. CHAINES And You And I – Close to the Edge – Siberian Khatru] 11’
Mike Oldfield Tubular Bells Pt 1 – excerpts 8’
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ELP, arr. Robert Ames Karn Evil 9 First Impression Part 2 5’
Osibisa, arr. Christian Balvig Komfo 5’
Frank Zappa, arr. Christian Balvig Peaches En Regalia 4’
Focus, arr. Christian Balvig Sylvia 4’
King Crimson, arr. Fiona Brice 21st Century Schizoid Man - I Talk To The Wind - Court of the Crimson King 10’
Jethro Tull Reasons for Waiting 5’
Genesis, arr. Fiona Brice Entangled 7’
Gentle Giant, arr. Sam Gale On Reflection 6’
Incredible String Band, arr. Christian Balvig Maker of Islands 7’
Pink Floyd, arr. Fiona Brice Great Gig In the Sky 5’
Supertramp, arr. Christian Balvig Crime of the Century 6’
ELP/Mussorgsky, arr. Robert Ames Great Gate of Kiev 7’

Those outside the UK can listen to the concert on Tunein.com - BBC Radio 6
https://tunein.com/radio/BBC-Radio-6-Music-s44491/

*The BBC Proms is the world's largest and most famous classical music festival, held every summer in London and broadcast by the BBC. Founded in 1895, it features performances by leading orchestras, conductors, and soloists from around the world, culminating in the internationally celebrated Last Night of the Proms. For many musicians, performing at the Proms is considered one of the highest honors in classical music.

BBC Proms: Prog Rock - A Fanfare for the Common Man The Proms celebrates prog rock with BBC Radio 6 Music host Stuart Maconie, presenting brand-new orchestral arrangements of songs by Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Genesis, Jethro Tull, Mike Oldfield, Renaissance and others

A big thank you to Gillian Crowley, Gary Hunt and Phillip John of the Emerson Lake and Palmer Appreciation Group who spent two years spearheading this.

BBC Proms: Prog Rock - A Fanfare for the Common Man The Proms celebrates prog rock with BBC Radio 6 Music host Stuart Maconie, presenting brand-new orchestral arrangements of songs by Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Genesis, Jethro Tull, Mike Oldfield, Renaissance and others

Steve Porcaro of Toto cites Emerson, Lake & Palmer as an influence.