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Read Full Post about Press Release: BMW Classics 2026
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Press Release: BMW Classics 2026

Read Full Post about Welcome to Amy Yule, our new Principal Flute
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Welcome to Amy Yule, our new Principal Flute

Amy Yule joins the LSO Flute Section as Principal Flute. Get to know a little more about her.

Read Full Post about Six composers appointed to the LSO Helen Hamlyn Panufnik Composers’ Scheme
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Six composers appointed to the LSO Helen Hamlyn Panufnik Composers’ Scheme

The London Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the six composers who will take part in its annual LSO Helen Hamlyn Panufnik Composers’ Scheme in 2026/27, part of the Orchestra’s artist development programme supporting the next generation of musical talent.

Read Full Post about Joshua Robison, 1946–2026
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Joshua Robison, 1946–2026

The London Symphony Orchestra is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Joshua Robison, beloved husband of our Conductor Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas.

Read Full Post about Obituary: Axel Burrough, 1946–2026
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Obituary: Axel Burrough, 1946–2026

The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of Axel Burrough.

Read Full Post about Press Announcement: Dame Kathryn McDowell DBE DL, Honoured at the ABO Awards 2026
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Press Announcement: Dame Kathryn McDowell DBE DL, Honoured at the ABO Awards 2026

Read Full Post about LSO Live Named Label of the Year at the 2026 ICMA Awards
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LSO Live Named Label of the Year at the 2026 ICMA Awards

Read Full Post about Obituary: John Wallace, 1949-2026
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Obituary: John Wallace, 1949-2026

The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of John Wallace, former LSO Principal Trumpet.

Read Full Post about Press Announcement: London Symphony Orchestra Names Next Managing Director
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Press Announcement: London Symphony Orchestra Names Next Managing Director

Read Full Post about Obituary: Neil Watson, 1928-2025
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Obituary: Neil Watson, 1928-2025

The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the death of Neil Watson, former Co-Principal Second Violin.

Read Full Post about Announcement – Landmark Barbican Transformation Plan
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Announcement – Landmark Barbican Transformation Plan

The City of London Corporation has formally approved the delivery plan for the Barbican Renewal Programme. 

Read Full Post about Applications now open for LSO Conservatoire Scholarships 2026/27
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Applications now open for LSO Conservatoire Scholarships 2026/27

The LSO is delighted to announce that applications are now open for the next round of the LSO Conservatoire Scholarships programme.

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