News and Stories
Read our latest news, get to know our artists and explore music in more depth, through articles, interviews, videos and more.
Latest Stories
An Introduction to Helmut Lachenmann
Ahead of our performance of My Melodies, Philip Clark explores the fascinating sonic world of German composer Helmut Lachenmann.
Beethoven: a Guide to the Symphonies
Composer and author Jan Swafford guides us through the game-changing symphonies of Ludwig van Beethoven, from first to last.
Interview with Sir Antonio Pappano
‘At the age of 12, I knew that music was going to be my life.’ As he starts a new chapter as Chief Conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Antonio Pappano tells us more about his background, influences, and what it’s like to conduct the LSO.
Five reasons to love Holst's The Planets
Gustav Holst’s The Planets is an iconic British work written on a cosmic scale. Discover more about the charm of a piece that still surprises listeners today.
Sir James MacMillan and the LSO
After the world premiere of his Concerto for Orchestra on 11 September, we look back on three decades of collaboration with Sir James MacMillan.
Tangram, Our Associate Artists at LSO St Luke's
Over the last two years, the trailblazing collective Tangram have combined music, theatre and visual projections in their spectacular performances. Look back at their incredible work and find out more about what is coming next.
Latest News
Welcome to Eivind Ringstad, our new Principal Viola
Eivind Ringstad joins the LSO Viola section. Get to know a little more about him.
Martin France: 1964–2024
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Martin France, a legendary drummer from the jazz world who played with the LSO on numerous occasions.
Press Release: London Symphony Orchestra starts work on transformation of LSO St Luke's
State of the art facilities for its acclaimed education, community and recording programmes opening in Autumn 2025.
Explore 2024/25
Our conductors introduce the programmes they’ve curated in the 2024/25 season.
Sir Antonio Pappano: The 2024/25 Season
Our Chief Conductor introduces his 2024/25 season, from brand new works to British symphonies and opera classics.
Sir Simon Rattle: The 2024/25 Season
Our Conductor Emeritus introduces his 2024/25 season and the musical celebrations planned for his 70th birthday.
Barbara Hannigan: The 2024/25 Season
Barbara Hannigan, LSO Associate Artist, introduces her concerts in 2024/25.
Gianandrea Noseda: The 2024/25 Season
Gianandrea Noseda, Principal Guest Conductor, introduces his 2024/25 season with the LSO, including music by Prokofiev, Shostakovich and Brahms.
