Philharmonia Orchestra
The Philharmonia is a world-class symphony orchestra for the 21st century, led by Principal Conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali.
Based in London at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, resident in cities and at festivals across England, and streaming online, the Philharmonia creates thrilling performances for a global audience.
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2025/26 London Season
We’ve just announced our 80th birthday season at Royal Festival Hall.
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Featured concerts
Fellow Lunchtime Recital
Enjoy a recital from Philharmonia Instrumental Fellow, Pau Hernández Santamaria
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Music of Today: Composers' Academy
Be the first to hear new works by the Philharmonia’s 2024/25 Composers’ Academy Fellows.
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Santtu and Nikolai Lugansky
Our Principal Conductor and phenomenal pianist Nikolai Lugansky pull out all the stops close our 2024/25 season.
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Featured blog
Get to know Arabella Steinbacher
Hear from Arabella Steinbacher ahead of her performance of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in London
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Get to know Nemanja Radulović - Memorable moments & meeting the Philharmonia
Get to know this year’s Featured Artist, Nemanja Radulović. From his favourite memories and best moments, we filmed with Nemanja around Paris to find out more about the genre-defying violinist.
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