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Obituary: John Kitchen, 1938-2025
The LSO is saddened to hear of the death of John Kitchen, former member of the First and Second Violin sections.
Welcome to Simon Johnson, our new Principal Trombone
Simon Johnson joins the LSO brass section. Get to know a little more about him.
Obituary: Kurt-Hans Goedicke, 1935-2025
The LSO is saddened to hear of the passing of Kurt-Hans Goedicke, former Principal Timpani.
Obituary: Terence Johns, 1944-2025
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the passing of Terence Johns, former Assistant Principal Horn.
Obituary: Brian Clarke 1933-2025
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the passing of Brian Clarke, former Co-Principal Viola.
Obituary: Boris Claudio 'Lalo' Schifrin, 1932–2025
The London Symphony Orchestra is deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary composer, conductor, and pianist Boris Claudio ‘Lalo’ Schifrin.
Press Announcement: Dame Kathryn McDowell steps down as Managing Director in July 2026
Dame Kathryn McDowell has decided to step down as Managing Director of the London Symphony Orchestra in July 2026 at the end of the 2025/26 season.
Obituary: Alfred Brendel, 1931–2025
The London Symphony Orchestra is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the legendary pianist Alfred Brendel.
Sing Gospel with André J Thomas and the LSO at the Barbican in 2025
Sign up to sing gospel music in concert at the Barbican this November. Free to take part and open to any level of experience.
LSO Jerwood Composer+: two new composers announced
Welcoming the two new composers on the LSO Jerwood Composer+ scheme: Euchar Gravina and Lisa Robertson.
Remembering Pierre Audi, 1957–2025
The London Symphony Orchestra was deeply saddened to hear of the death of the theatre and artistic director Pierre Audi.
Press Release: The LSO announces its 2025/26 season
The London Symphony Orchestra today announces its 2025/26 season at London’s Barbican Centre and LSO St Luke’s.
