Burt Bacharach: What the World Needs Now

In this special tribute, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO) will bring Burt Bacharach’s legendary songs to life in the memorable concert What the World Needs Now at Adelaide Festival Theatre on 22 and 23 November.

Considered one of the greatest songwriters of all time, Burt Bacharach, along with long-time collaborator Hal David, provided the soundtrack to our lives. From timeless classics like Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head to What the World Needs Now, Bacharach’s music has touched countless hearts and inspired artists around the globe.

With Benjamin Northey at the helm, this evening promises an unforgettable journey through Bacharach’s most beloved melodies. Audiences can expect to be transported back to cherished moments, all underscored by the genius of Bacharach’s compositions.

What the World Needs Now sees the ASO joined by a stellar cast of Australian voices. Musical theatre stars David Campbell and Elise McCann, award-winning jazz vocalist Emma Pask and Zimbabwean-born First Lady of Soul and R&B Thndo celebrate the unparalleled legacy of a music icon.

Multi-talented crooner David Campbell says he is looking forward to celebrating such a musical icon.

“Burt Bacharach is one of the great songwriters of the past hundred years,” Campbell says. “I grew up on his music, listening to great artists across decades sing his many, many hits. What The World Needs Now is more music and song, and I cannot wait to sing some of my favourites from this legendary musician.”

During Bacharach’s illustrious and prolific career, the composer, songwriter, record producer and pianist received six Grammy Awards, three Academy Awards and one Emmy.

Bacharach’s chart success included 73 US and 52 UK top 40 hits over four decades. What the World Needs Now will feature some of his most memorable songs including What The World Needs Now, Alfie, Walk on By, I Say a Little Prayer, Close to You, One Less Bell to Answer, Any Day Now, That’s What Friends Are For and more.