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 concert
Bedford: Beethoven and Mozart with Steven Osborne
Plus Beethoven’s epic ‘Eroica’ Symphony – the fantastic way to open our season in Bedford.
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Santtu and Víkingur Ólafsson
The Philharmonia’s 80th birthday season opens with time-honoured classics and brand new sounds.
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Recommended concerts from our 2025/26 season across the UK, hand-picked by our partner, Classic FM.
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Latest news
Obituary: Christoph von Dohnányi
Christoph von Dohnányi, the Philharmonia’s Principal Conductor from 1997 until 2008, had a relationship with the Philharmonia that spanned over 50 years.
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At home with Gilbert & George
Take a behind-the-scenes look at a day of filming with Gilbert & George, the iconic art duo.
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Your booking and access questions answered
Find out about access to our residency venues in London, Bedford, Leicester, Canterbury and Basingstoke, concessions, tickets for under-18s and more.
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