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Press Release: BMW Classics 2023
Sir Simon Rattle conducts BMW Classics 2023, a free summer open-air concert in Trafalgar Square by the London Symphony Orchestra.

Retirement Wishes for David Alberman
This month we say a fond goodbye to David Alberman, LSO Principal Second Violin, and Chair of the Orchestra Committee of the Board, who became a Member of the Orchestra in 1998. He retired from the LSO at the end of our tour to Australia.

Retirement Wishes for Edward Vanderspar
This month we say a fond goodbye to Edward Vanderspar, LSO Principal Viola, who became a Member of the Orchestra in 1991.

Press Release: The LSO launches its 2023/24 season
The London Symphony Orchestra today launches its 2023/24 season at London’s Barbican Centre and LSO St Luke’s. An ambitious series of concerts is presented featuring the LSO’s growing family of conductors and guest soloists.

Welcome to Patrick King, our new Co-Principal Timpani
This month Patrick King joins the LSO Percussion section. Get to know a little more about him.

Welcome to Benjamin Marquise Gilmore and Andrej Power, our new Leaders
Benjamin Marquise Gilmore and Andrej Power will be joining the LSO as Leaders. Get to know a little more about them.

Obituary: William Paton Brown, 1932–2022
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the passing of Bill Brown, former LSO violinist.

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.

Welcome to Rodrigo Moro Martín, our new Principal Double Bass
This month Rodrigo Moro Martín joins the LSO double bass section. Get to know a little more about him.

Obituary: Glynne Adams, 1928-2022
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of former LSO Principal Viola Glynne Adams.

Four new composers appointed to LSO Soundhub
The LSO is delighted to announce the four new composers appointed to the LSO Soundhub scheme.

London Symphony Orchestra launches new skills development scheme for talented musicians
London Symphony Orchestra launches new skills development scheme for talented musicians