Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra Set For 2 Ring Cycles In 2021

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(Credit: Simon Jay Price) The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that it will be performing two complete Ring Cycles this winter under the direction of Vladimir Jurowski. The two cycles are set to take place between Jan. 25-31 and Feb. 5-10, 2021 at the Royal Festival Hall. The cycles will be a culmination of a project that initiated back in {…}

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Edward Garner Is the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s Principal Conductor

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(Credit: Benjamin Ealovega) Edward Gardner has been named the Principal Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. He has been signed to a five-year contract that will see him collaborate with the organization for at least 10 weeks per year. He will take on this position at the start of the 2021-22 season. “I’m thrilled to have been appointed Principal Conductor {…}

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Diana Damrau, Jamie Barton, & Elza van den Heever Among Highlights of London Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2019-20 Season

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The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced its slate for the 2019-20 season, which will take place at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall. As per other season announcements, the focus here will be on opera singers and other such vocal showcases. Things get started with a performance of Verdi’s Requiem with Edward Gardner conducting. Elza van den Heever, Ekaterina Gubanova, {…}

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National Children’s Orchestras Names New Chair to Board of Trustees

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National Children’s Orchestras (NCO) has announced the appointment of Michael Eakin as Chair of its Board of Trustees, effective May 2026. Eakin, who most recently served as Chief Executive of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic until 2025, will take over for Louise Mitchell CBE, who will step down after six years in the role. In addition to his work with Royal {…}

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Louise Alder, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha & Hugh Cutting Among Royal Philharmonic Society Award Nominees

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(Credit: Gerard-Collett) The Royal Philharmonic Society Awards has announced the 2026 shortlists. The awards announced 11 categories including the singer award which saw Christine Rice, Louise Alder, and Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha nominated. The opera category saw “Festen” from the The Royal Ballet and Opera nominated alongside “Uprising” from Glyndebourne and “woman.life.song” from Birmingham Opera Company. Hugh Cutting was also nominated {…}

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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Releases Survey Results Regarding Upcoming Autumn Budget

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In response to the widespread speculation on the Autumn Budget and the prospect of tax hikes and difficult choices on public spending, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has released data from a new survey revealing a desire for more artistic support from the Government. The RPO’s nationally representative poll asked 2,090 adults which projects they would like to see the {…}

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Kateřina Kněžíková & Christian Immler Headline Brahms Performance with RTVE Symphony Orchestra & Choir

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The Symphony Orchestra and Choir of Spanish Radio and Television (Orquesta Sinfónica y Coro RTVE) is set to present Brahms’ “Ein deutsches Requiem” on Oct. 30 and 31, 2025, at the Teatro Monumental. The showcase will feature soprano Kateřina Kněžíková and baritone Christian Immler as the soloists. They will perform alongside Music Director Jaime Martín. “The German Requiem is one {…}

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra Extends Chorus Director

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(Photo: Christopher Bowen) The Scottish Chamber Orchestra (SCO) has extended the contract of Chorus Director Gregory Batsleer through August 2028. Batsleer joined the ensemble in late 2009 and has helped transform the Chorus and overseen the expansion of the Young Singers’ Programme. He has also led the ensemble through its second BBC Proms appearance in 2023, regular broadcasts, and annual {…}

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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Announces Three Artistic Appointments

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The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has announced three new artistic appointments. The orchestra announced that Sir John Rutter has been appointed as the RPO’s Artist Laureate. Rutter is an Honorary Life Member of the RPO and is one of the UK’s most accomplished living composers. Meanwhile, Emilia Hoving has been appointed as the RPO’s Associate Conductor for a three-year period starting {…}

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Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra Set For 2 Ring Cycles In 2021

Edward Garner Is the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s Principal Conductor

Diana Damrau, Jamie Barton, & Elza van den Heever Among Highlights of London Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2019-20 Season

National Children’s Orchestras Names New Chair to Board of Trustees

Louise Alder, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha & Hugh Cutting Among Royal Philharmonic Society Award Nominees

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Releases Survey Results Regarding Upcoming Autumn Budget

Kateřina Kněžíková & Christian Immler Headline Brahms Performance with RTVE Symphony Orchestra & Choir

Scottish Chamber Orchestra Extends Chorus Director

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Announces Three Artistic Appointments