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Welcome to Chaemun Im, our new Double Bass from March 2024
In March, Chaemun Im will join the LSO double bass section. Get to know a little more about him before he joins.
Welcome to Sérgio Pires, our new Principal Clarinet
This month Sérgio Pires joins the LSO as Principal Clarinet alongside Chris Richards. Get to know a little more about him.
Obituary: Robin Brightman, 1949–2023
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of Robin Brightman, member of the Violin section from 1977 to 2009.
Obituary: Dennis Gaines, 1935–2023
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of Dennis Gaines, member of the Violin section from 1966 to 1988.
Obituary: John Gould, 1940–2023
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of John Gould, member of the Viola section from 1963 to 1966.
Four new Soundhub Members Announced
Welcoming the four new composers on the LSO Soundhub scheme: Amy Crankshaw, Delyth Field, Luke Mombrea and Jasmine Morris
Obituary: Ernest Greaves, 1927–2023
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of Ernest Greaves, Sub-Principal Cello from 1965 to 1970.
Welcome to Jonathan Hollick, our new trombone player
This month we welcome a new member to the Orchestra, Jonathan Hollick, who joins the Trombone section.
LSO Jerwood Composer+: two new composers announced
Welcoming the two new composers on the LSO Jerwood Composer+ scheme: Rufus Isabel Elliot and Anselm McDonnell.
Welcome to Thomas Beer, our new viola player
This month we welcome a new member to the Orchestra, Thomas Beer, who joins the Viola section.
Welcome to Stefano Mengoli, our new first violin
This month we welcome a new member to the Orchestra, Stefano Mengoli, who joins the First Violin section.
Two Panufnik Composers Awarded Commissions
Two early-career composers commissioned through the LSO Panufnik Composers Scheme to write for the LSO in 2024/25.
