Philharmonia Orchestra
The Philharmonia is a world-class symphony orchestra for the 21st century, led by Principal Conductor & Artistic Advisor Esa-Pekka Salonen.
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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Featured blog

15 January 2021
Introduction to the MMSF Instrumental Fellowship Programme
What can new applicants expect from our flagship project for emerging musicians? We spoke to our Director of Learning & Engagement Shani Crawford to find out.
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14 December 2020
Benedetti plays Beethoven
Star violinist Nicola Benedetti joins the Philharmonia in this all-Beethoven online concert, with Pekka Kuusisto at the podium
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5 December 2020
Beethoven's The Creatures of Prometheus
Watch our latest Philharmonia Session, filmed at Battersea Arts Centre, with Esa-Pekka Salonen conducting and Stephen Fry narrating
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