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Six composers appointed to the LSO Panufnik Composers Scheme 2023/24
The London Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the six composers who will take part in its annual Panufnik Composers Scheme in 2023/24.
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Obituary: Terry Edwards, 1939–2022
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of choral conductor Terry Edwards.
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Retirement Wishes for Christine Pendrill
This month we say a fond goodbye to Christine Pendrill, LSO Principal Cor Anglais, one of our longest-serving Members, and a prominent presence on the front row of the woodwind section. Gareth Davies, Principal Flute, writes for his colleague.
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Obituary: William Bennett
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of William Bennett, former Principal Flute, on Wednesday 11 May at the age of 86.