News

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.

Join our Discovery Choirs for Young People
Sign ups are open now for young people aged 8 to 18 to join the LSO Discovery Choirs in the 2023/24 academic year.

Welcome to Mizuho Ueyama, our new Viola player
This month we welcome a new member to the Orchestra, Mizuho Ueyama, who joins the Viola section.

Jerwood Composer+ Scheme: Apply now for 2023/24
Applications are now open for the 2023/24 LSO Jerwood Composer+ artist development scheme.

Press Release: The Alice Sound
The London Symphony Orchestra and Queen Mary University of London launch a collection of learning resources exploring the sound world of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.

Kathryn McDowell, LSO Managing Director, Recognised in King's Birthday Honours
Congratulations to Kathryn McDowell, LSO Managing Director, on the announcement of her Damehood in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Obituary: Roger Groves, 1943–2023
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of Roger Groves, former member of the Trombone section.