Titled artists
Meet Santtu-Matias Rouvali and the artists who shape the Philharmonia’s programme and performances.
Santtu-Matias Rouvali
Principal Conductor
Finnish conductor Santtu is the sixth Principal Conductor in our history.
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Marin Alsop
Principal Guest Conductor
Trailblazer Marin Alsop is an exceptional conductor, committed to music education and broadening the repertoire of the orchestras she works with.
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Esa-Pekka Salonen
Conductor Laureate
Since 2008, Esa-Pekka has shaped the Philharmonia’s playing and programme, from immersive series to digital innovation.
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Manfred Honeck
Principal Conductor Designate
In September 2026, Manfred Honeck was announced as the Philharmonia’s Principal Conductor Designate, with his initial tenure beginning in September 2028
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