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.

Please sign and spread the word!

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

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.

Please sign and spread the word!

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

Welcome Back, My Friends, to the Show That Never Ends .....

Mark your calendar: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
at the world-famous Whisky A Go-Go in West Hollywood, California

Ultimate Jam Night presents: Masters of The Keys - with Keith Emerson Tribute Mini-Set

FREE for 21+ / For All Ages

Details coming very soon.

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

Dear All,

I had the absolute honor of joining this heart-warming panel at NAMM Show this past January, marking the 10th anniversary of my late fiancé, Keith Emerson —alongside an incredible group of artists and dear friends: Steve Porcaro, Rich Walborn, Brian Kehew, Rachel Flowers, and Michelle Moog-Koussa🩵

Now, I’m beyond excited to share that the full panel is finally premiering TODAY, April 11th at 5 pm US Eastern Time (10 pm in UK / 6 am on 4/12 in Japan) on YouTube—and it will be available for everyone to watch for free.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uqa84yQ9lIw

I’ll also be there live during the premiere, chatting with you and answering your questions in real time—so please don’t miss it. This is more than a panel; it’s a deeply personal and heartfelt tribute. You’ll hear intimate, rarely shared stories about Keith from those who knew and loved him most.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in person, to my amazing fellow panelists, and especially to Michelle Moog-Koussa for making this all possible.

This is a special one—I truly hope you’ll join us.

- Mari

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Celebrate Keith Emerson with our YouTube Premiere TODAY at 5PM ET!
(2 pm in Los Angeles / 10 pm in UK / 6 am on 4/12 in Japan)

Our NAMM TEC Tracks panel honoring KEITH EMERSON and his legacy goes live at 5 PM (ET) today.

Keith's adventurous life was given the spotlight at the 2026 NAMM Show on January 23rd. The panel included GRAMMY winner Steve Porcaro of Toto, synth historian Brian Kehew, former Moog Music engineer Rich Walborn, musician and composer Rachel Flowers, and Keith's fiancée Mari Kawaguchi. The panel was moderated by Michelle Moog-Koussa (Moogstress).

Chat live with panelists during tonight's Premiere!

Here is the link to the YouTube Premiere :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uqa84yQ9lIw

Below is my post from 9 years ago today. Incidentally, Hiromi Romy Kaneko and I were just at the same venue to watch Asia.

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My BBF and also KeBillboard Live TOKYOn, Hiromi Romy Kaneko translated the post by Billboard Live TOKYO. On behalf of Keith, I'd like to apologize for those who bought tickets and we're looking forward to the show. And I thank you for your love and support. Keith was so well loved in Japan. And he loved the country, its culture, respect, and it's people and their appreciation for high art. People of Japan, please keep his music alive. We need you more than ever now.

- Mari

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(Copied from Hiromi's FB. Thanks Hiromi !)

I translated the comment from Billnoard Live Tokyo. 日本語は下にあります。

"Today, April 19th, Billboard Live Tokyo didn't have any shows, but a Keith Emerson fan came and laid flowers at the venue. It was supposed to be the last day of 3-day concert series for Keith Emerson Band featurin Marc Bonilla, right here at Billboard Live Tokyo. We praise Keith's greatest achievement in music and would like to offer our deepest sympathies to his families and friends. May his soul rest in peace."

Note: the band members would have been KEITH EMERSON, Marc Bonilla, Travis Davis, Troy Luccketta, and Jonathan Sindelman

本日、ビルボードライブ東京は休演日でしたが、キース・エマーソン氏のファンの方が会場にいらっしゃって、お花を手向けていかれました。

本来であれば、本日4月19日は『キース・エマーソン・バンド featuring マーク・ボニーラ』公演の最終日でした。

改めて、キース・エマーソン氏の生前の功績を偲び、心からご冥福をお祈りいたします。

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

Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman chat about songs they wish they'd written, and so much more, as part of an hour long interview on Rick's Place back in 2010. Listen in full on YouTube.