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Philharmonia Programmes Editor Joanna Wyld examines “Englishness” in music through the work of three towering composers: Edward Elgar, Benjamin Britten and Ralph Vaughan Williams

The Philharmonia is among more than 2,700 recipients to benefit from the latest round of the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund.

The Philharmonia Orchestra is delighted to announce the appoint of Kate Collis in the newly created position of Director of Finance & Operations.

Conductor Rory Macdonald writes about his love of Sibelius, a socially distanced opera and what opportunities restrictions can afford the music world.

Ahead of our performance of Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.27, we spoke with Paul Lewis about what makes a good online concert, learning new repertoire in a pandemic, and the future of classical music.

Read the heart-warming story behind Malcolm and Joy’s legacy gift to the Philharmonia, the impact it has had on their family, and the difference you can make by leaving a bequest.

Julia Zilberman, Chair of the Development Board, shares her Lockdown Listening, from Rachmaninov to Beethoven, from Bernes to burlesque.

Explore the story behind our booklet for Southbank Centre’s Art by Post project.

Philharmonia Head of Innovation and Partnerships, Luke Ritchie, has been working on Dream, our new interactive digital experience, for over two years – read how it all came to life.

What is it like taking part in Hear and Now? De Montfort University student Molly shares her experience.

This month, Philharmonia Sessions presenter Lucy Drever shares music to inspire, motivate and de-stress.

Inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this new type of online live performance invites remote audiences to participate in a shared experience with actors from the Royal Shakespeare Company.

His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, Patron of the Philharmonia, joined players and supporters for a special online event in January, hosted by the Orchestra’s Chair, Lord King of Lothbury.

The multidisciplinary dance powerhouse joins the Orchestra as its inaugural Artists in Residence.

What can new applicants expect from the MMSF Instrumental Fellowship Programme? We spoke to our Director of Learning & Engagement Shani Crawford to find out.