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Latest Stories
Remembering Michael Tilson Thomas
At our concert on 11 June 2026, we remembered Michael Tilson Thomas, the LSO’s Conductor Laureate and former Principal Conductor, who died on 22 April 2026. In these tributes, friends and colleagues share their memories of MTT.
Divine Intimacies
Curator and cellist Garwyn Linnell shares the underpinnings of LSO St Luke’s Associate Artists Tangram’s newest show, that they perform on Tuesday 19th May.
Classic FM Recommends in 2026/27
Eleven concerts in our 2026/27 season, hand-picked by our partner Classic FM.
Five Reasons to Love Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius
Timmy Fisher looks back at Elgar’s choral masterpiece that crowned him as one of the great contemporary writers for voice.
First Encounters: Liebermann's Flute Concerto No 2
Music presenter and writer Daria Challah guides us through the soaring new Flute Concerto from Lowell Liebermann, ahead of its UK premiere with the LSO on 26 March.
Get to Know: Laura Bowler's The White Book
The composer Laura Bowler will join us on-stage for the UK premiere of The White Book on 4 March, introducing the work in conversation with Flora Willson. Here, Edward Bhesania explores the inspiration behind the music.
Latest News
Welcome to Young In Na, who is joining our Cellos
Young In Na joins the LSO Cello Section. Get to know a little more about her.
Obituary: Frank Mathison, 1928–2026
The London Symphony Orchestra is saddened to hear of the passing of Frank Mathison, former LSO Principal Bass Trombone, at the age of 98.
Retirement Wishes for Andrew Pollock
This month we say a fond goodbye to Andrew Pollock, LSO Second Violin, who became a Member of the Orchestra in 1984.
Explore 2025/26
Our conductors introduce the programmes they’ve curated in the 2025/26 season.
Sir Antonio Pappano: The 2025/26 Season
Sir Antonio Pappano begins his second season as Chief Conductor of the LSO, with works from British and American composers amongst the highlights.
Seong-Jin Cho: 2025/26 LSO Artist Portrait
‘For me the music is the art of timing, as painting is the art of space.’ Pianist Seong-Jin Cho introduces his LSO Artist Portrait series, featuring three very different concertos, and a series of BBC Radio 3 Concerts at LSO St Luke’s.
Thomas Adès: The 2025/26 Season
Composer and conductor Thomas Adès introduces his concerts in the 2025/26 season.
Barbara Hannigan: The 2025/26 Season
Barbara Hannigan looks ahead to her concerts with the LSO in the spring of 2026.
