About us
The London Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the world's finest orchestras, balancing a long and distinguished history with a reputation as one of the UK’s most adventurous and forward-looking ensembles.
London Philharmonic Orchestra
The London Philharmonic Orchestra is Resident Orchestra at the Southbank Centre and at Glyndebourne Opera. Edward Gardner has been our Principal Conductor since September 2021. We perform regularly around the UK and abroad.
Our storyWho's who in the Orchestra
Edward Gardner - Principal Conductor
The first British Principal Conductor of the Orchestra since the late 1960s, Gardner begins his tenure in September 2021.
Vladimir Jurowski - Conductor Emeritus
Vladimir Jurowski became the London Philharmonic Orchestra's Conductor Emeritus in September 2021, following 14 years as Principal Conductor.
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Karina Canellakis – Principal Guest Conductor
One of the most dynamic and exciting conductors of our time, Karina became the Orchestra’s Principal Guest Conductor in September 2020.
LPO musicians are among the best orchestral players from across the world
The players
Staff
Who's whoWhere we play
Royal Festival Hall
The LPO's London home stands at the heart of the Southbank Centre complex and is one of the world’s leading performance venues. Extensively refurbished in 2007, the Guardian named it ‘The most vibrant arts centre in the country.’
London Concerts
