On master violin maker Antonio Stradivari
Across the 2019/20 season, the LSO will be joined by a number of soloists who are lucky enough to play Stradivarius violins (and a viola!). Here’s a look this Autumn’s featured ‘Strad’ and some history on the master violin maker himself!
From the Archive: Elgar's Cello Concerto – 100 Year Anniversary
On 27 October 1919, the LSO performed the world premiere of one of the most popular works in the repertoire: Elgar’s Cello Concerto. It may be popular now, but it wasn’t always the case…
Saying goodbye and good luck to Tim Hugh
In October 2019 we say a heartfelt goodbye to Principal Cello Tim Hugh, who became a Member of the LSO in 1995. Here we take a look back at his career with the Orchestra.
Wishing a fond farewell to Jonathan Lipton
Angela Barnes reflects on the career of LSO Horn player Jonathan Lipton, who became a Member of the Orchestra in 1987.
Alex Ho's advice for the next four Soundhub members
We catch up with Alex Ho, who tells us about his year on the LSO Soundhub composers’ scheme, and gives his advice to those applying for next year.
Panufnik Legacies III: Donghoon Shin
Following the release of the third album in the Panufnik Legacies series, which features brand new music from alumni of the LSO Panufnik Composers Scheme, we asked the composers themselves to tell us a little more about their experience writing for and recording with the Orchestra. In this interview, get to know Donghoon Shin.
Welcome to José Moreira, our new double bass
Last month we welcomed a new member to the Orchestra, José Moreira, who joins the Double Bass section.
Welcome to Laura Dixon, our new First Violin
Last month we welcomed a new member to the Orchestra, Laura Dixon, who joins the First Violin section.
Sir Simon Rattle on the music of Betsy Jolas
Sir Simon Rattle talks to us about Franco-American composer Betsy Jolas and how her latest work A Little Summer Suite came about.
Ravel in Spain
We explore the Iberian influence on many of composer Maurice Ravel’s greatest works, from Rhapsodie espagnole to Boléro.
The LSO in World War I: Armistice and Renaissance
Back in 2014 we began a project to uncover the story of the LSO and its players during World War I, marking the centenary of the start of the conflict. Four years later, to mark the centenary of the Armistice, we return to take a look at how the LSO was coping by the end of the War and what happened next.
And so the big day has arrived... LSO On Track is 10!
Nicole Wilson, violinist, broadcaster, journalist and founder of Musical Orbit, has been following our young musicians from LSO On Track and the Guildhall School as they got ready for a busy and exciting few days.
