London Philharmonic Extends Karina Canellakis’ Contract as Principal Guest Conductor

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The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announce the extension of Karina Canellakis’ tenure as Principal Guest Conductor for an additional three years. As Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Canellakis has served in the position since 2021. She will return during the 2026-27 season. In a statement, David Burke, Chief Executive of the London Philharmonic Orchestra said, “From the very {…}

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Paavo Järvi Appointed Chief Conductor of London Philharmonic

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The London Philharmonic has announced that Paavo Järvi will be the orchestra’s Chief Conductor & Artistic Advisor. Järvi will take over the position during the 2028-29 season and will succeed Edward Gardner, who will conclude his time as Principal Conductor at the end of the 2027-28 season. Järvi is Chief Conductor and Music Director of Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich, Artistic Director of Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, {…}

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Danielle De Niese to Headline Valentine’s Day Concert with London Philharmonic Orchestra

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Danielle De Niese will headline a pair of concerts with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The showcase, titled “Valentine’s Day with A Little Bit in Love,” is set for Feb. 14, 2026 at the Concert Hall at Brighton Dome. This same program will be presented on Feb. 15, 2026 at Saffron Walden. Conductor Wilson Ng leads the program, which includes a {…}

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Stéphane Degout, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, Véronique Gens & Danielle de Niese Lead London Philharmonic’s 2025-26 Season

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The London Philharmonic has announced its 2025-26 season. Edward Gardner conducts Mahler’s Fourth Symphony with Jennifer France. The program also includes Hans Abrahamsen’s “Let me tell you.” Performance Date: Oct. 3, 2025 Karina Canellakis conducts Stravinsky and L. Boulanger with soloists Véronique Gens, Andrew Staples, and Jean-Sébastien Bou. Performance Date: Oct. 22, 2025 Mark Elder teams up with Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha {…}

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London Philharmonic Appoints New Artistic Director

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The London Philharmonic has appointed Jesús Herrera as the new Artistic Director. In a statement, the orchestra said, Jesús brings fresh ideas and forward-thinking vision, joining us from Intermusica, where he has been Director, Creative Partnerships & Projects. Prior to this, he played a huge role in shaping the artistic vision of the Orquesta Sinfónica de Castilla y León, where {…}

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London Philharmonic Names Conducting Fellows for 2025-26 Season

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The London Philharmonic Orchestra has named the two early-career conductors who will serve as its Conducting Fellows for the 2025-26 season. The conductors are Nefeli Chadouli from Greece and Wilson Ng from Hong Kong. The program, which was established in 2023, allows conducting opportunities for those who are of backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in the field, including minorities in terms of {…}

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London Philharmonic Extends Contract with Edward Gardner

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The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that Chief Conductor Edward Gardner has extended his contract with the orchestra for two years. In a statement Gardner said, “My relationship with the incredible musicians within the Orchestra is a very special one, growing with each project, and I feel so privileged to be able to tap into their huge passion and commitment, {…}

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London Philharmonic Orchestra Extends Principal Guest Conductor Karina Canellakis’ Contract

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The London Philharmonic Orchestra has extended Principal Guest Conductor Karina Canellakis for another three years. In a statement, the orchestra said, “Karina will continue to regularly perform with the Orchestra both in the UK and on tour. We’re looking forward to celebrating with her in person this week as she joins us for a performance at the Southbank Centre on {…}

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London Philharmonic Announces Cast Change for ‘La Damnation de Faust’

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The London Philharmonic has announced a cast change for its production of “La Damnation de Faust.” The London Philharmonic said, “unfortunately the advertised tenor, David Junghoon Kim, is indisposed and unable to perform. We are very grateful to John Irvin for stepping in at short notice to sing the role of Faust.” Irvin is a tenor who has performed at {…}

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London Philharmonic Extends Karina Canellakis’ Contract as Principal Guest Conductor

Paavo Järvi Appointed Chief Conductor of London Philharmonic

Danielle De Niese to Headline Valentine’s Day Concert with London Philharmonic Orchestra

Stéphane Degout, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, Véronique Gens & Danielle de Niese Lead London Philharmonic’s 2025-26 Season

London Philharmonic Appoints New Artistic Director

London Philharmonic Names Conducting Fellows for 2025-26 Season

London Philharmonic Extends Contract with Edward Gardner

London Philharmonic Orchestra Extends Principal Guest Conductor Karina Canellakis’ Contract

London Philharmonic Announces Cast Change for ‘La Damnation de Faust’