For each Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra concert during the 2025/26 season, you can read our free digital programme notes below and access texts and translations.*Whether you’re attending one of our concerts or not, this is the perfect place to explore our programme or find out more about...

Horn Tim Jackson (Section Leader)Adopted by Robin Bloxsidge and Nick Riddle Simon GriffithsAdopted by The Sterlings Stephen NichollsAdopted by Robin Bloxsidge and Nick Riddle Timothy NicholsonAdopted by Maestro! Touring and in memory of Joan McLarnon Trumpet   Hannah MackenzieAdopted...

Six of our concerts this season will be signed by a BSL interpreter.Family Concert: Nature TrailSunday 8 March 2.30pmGood Vibrations: A Celebration of The Beach BoysFriday 22 May 7.30pmElgar The Dream of GerontiusSaturday 4 July 7.30pmTo book for any of our concerts, please email Box Office at...

Read more, spend less, move more, eat less: all the classic resolutions get rolled out every year… We’re three days into 2023 – have you managed to keep up with your self-imposed self-improvement promises? Or how about doing something different this year… The staff here at Liverpool Philharmonic...

It’s clear that Liverpool means a lot to Isata Kanneh-Mason, and it’s easy to understand why. If you trace back through this young piano star’s career, the city, its cultural scene and our very own Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra have provided the soundtrack to some of her most memorable...

Welcome to our brand-new Meet the Team series! We’re flinging open our doors and hearing stories – and maybe even a few behind-the-scenes secrets – about life here at Liverpool Philharmonic from the people who make it all happen.  First up is Stage Door Receptionist, Jackie. Holding down the front...

You’d normally find him at the back of the stage, but it’s time to put Graham Johns, Percussion Section Leader of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, well and truly front and centre. After an incredible 40 years with the Orchestra, the time has come for Graham to hang up his hi-hat and...

We’re deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Carl Davis. We had the pleasure of working with Carl over the years on a number of projects and we have so many fond memories of him. Our Artistic Planning Director Sandra Parr has shared some of hers with us today.  Carl Davis c. Mark...

Today’s a big day for our Marketing Officer Chris, who is celebrating an impressive 25 years at Liverpool Philharmonic! For the last quarter of a century, he’s been the backbone of the Marketing team – anything he doesn’t know about the department just isn’t worth knowing. So to mark the occasion,...

For the first time this season, Artist in Residence Simone Lamsma takes to the stage here at the Hall later this month – and we can’t wait. We caught up with Simone to talk about her year with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, the works she’ll be performing, and her glittering career so...

Matthew Hamilton joined Liverpool Philharmonic as Director of Choirs and Singing earlier this year, and we caught up with him about his new role, career and plans for Messiah… What’s your earliest musical memory? When did you first realise you wanted to work in music?My first exposure to music was...

Elizabeth McNulty – sensational harpist in the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra – is one of our star soloists as we throw a show-stopping celebration for Mozart’s 268th birthday later this month. We caught up with her to chat about all the preparations, her journey to joining the Orchestra and...

When Alim Beisembayev swept all before him in the Leeds International Piano Competition three years ago, part of his extensive first prize was the chance to play at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. The 23-year-old Kazakh virtuoso duly appeared alongside the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra the...

Superstar violinist Johan Dalene is our 2023/2024 Young Artist in Residence, and before he takes to the Hope Street stage for the first time this season, we caught up with Johan about his career highlights and the phenomenal performances we can expect from him over the next few months… Johan...

An incredible twenty years since he first appeared here at the Hall as a superstar teenage virtuoso, clarinettist Julian Bliss returns to Hope Street once again next month – and he’s bringing a real treat of a performance along with him. As we get ready to welcome him back for Copland’s Clarinet...

Moving the Orchestra on tour can be fun, as well as a challenge. Getting 90 people on to the Shinkansen (known as the Bullet train) in a matter of seconds means there is no room for error and everyone needs to move fast. The group travelled 600km from Osaka to Saga, at the far south-western end of...

Principal Bass TromboneAdopted by Peter & Gwen Goodhew, and Mr Eric Jennings Simon comes from Oldham and began playing the trombone at the age of 7 in Brass Bands. He studied at Chetham's School of Music and the Royal Northern College of Music.  Freelancing in and around the North West...

Liverpool Philharmonic is proud of its relationship with Investec Wealth & Investment (UK), a Principal Partner. We spoke with David Owen, Senior Investment Director at Investec Wealth and Investment, who shared his thoughts on the history of our relationship and the work Investec Wealth &...

Liverpool Philharmonic is committed to fully understanding and minimising its impact upon the environment through our Environmental Sustainability Policy and Action Plan. We will strive to reach the highest practicably achievable standards in environmental sustainability throughout our business...

Section Leader, HornAdopted by Robin Bloxsidge and Nick Riddle  Tim was born in Preston and took up the horn at the age of 9. He loved playing with the local youth orchestra, but it was attending the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra concerts in Preston Guildhall that made him want to pursue...

First ViolinAdopted by Richard Bryson in memory of Jenny, and Emma & David Harris Connie first picked up a piano accordion at three years of age and by the time she was seven began to learn the violin and later piano. Connie’s early earliest musical experience come from her Italian family...

CelloAdopted by Jill Salisbury-Hughes in memory of Paula  At the age of 14, Hilary decided she wanted to be in a professional orchestra after performing Saint-Saëns’ organ symphony with her local youth orchestra. She attended the Guildhall school of Music and Drama where she was awarded the...

Section Leader, TimpaniAdopted by Lorna E Dobson Timpanist Neil Hitt joined the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in 1992, immediately after graduating from his studies with Janos Keszei at the Royal College of Music.   Over his career, Neil has undertaken freelance work as a guest...

On 8 July 2023, Graham Johns retired from his role as Percussion Section Leader in the Orchestra, after 40 years of dedicated service. Everyone who knows Graham will have heard about his 'Forever Bells' project at Liverpool Philharmonic: the largest collection of church bells of any orchestra in...

We are pleased to welcome applications for the role of HR and Executive Assistant Working with the Chief Executive, and the Human Resources (HR) Manager, you will play a key role in supporting and contributing to the delivery of Liverpool Philharmonic’s HR services, providing administrative support...

As the largest music organisation in the city, hosting incredible events is central to Liverpool Philharmonic’s work. We’re currently looking for an Event Manager who’ll make sure that our events run to the highest possible standard and that our customers always have a safe and enjoyable time with...

As the largest music organisation in the city Liverpool Philharmonic’s Box Office is always busy. We’re looking for an Assistant Box Officer Manager to help make sure that its day-to-day running goes as smoothly and efficiently as possible. As Assistant Manager, you’ll be responsible for selling...

Liverpool Philharmonic is recruiting a Development Officer to join our Fundraising team. You’ll be responsible for providing an excellent experience for our Corporate Partners, organising their tickets and hospitality events. You will also work with our Trusts and Foundations Manager drafting...

Since 1840, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir (RLPC) has been central to the life of Liverpool Philharmonic. We're now looking for a Choir Manager to develop and deliver RLPC rehearsals, concerts and other associated activities. You’ll work alongside our Artistic Planning team to set...

Liverpool Philharmonic is recruiting a Partnership and Events Officer to join our Fundraising team. You’ll be responsible for providing an excellent experience for our local businesses and funders, organising tickets and event hospitality.  If you’re an organised, engaging and energetic...

Small chamber ensembles will be joined by a presenter, who will introduce the pieces and serve as a guide through the concert experience. The repertoire will be well-known classical works – perhaps with a few favourite songs thrown in for good measure! Concerts take place in the Music Room, which...

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company is formed of Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and Youth Choir and Rushworth Young Composers. Around 200 young people, aged 12-23, from in and around Liverpool have the opportunity to develop their musical, creative and entrepreneurial skills and knowledge...

Thursday 7 – 9 September 2023 (2 nights) GALA DINNER & BBC PROMS Maestro! Touring   £695 per person sharing a twin or double room £795 per person, sole use of a double room   Book now to join like-minded music lovers to hear the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Nobuyuki Tsujii...

Welcome to our 2020/21 season. I wish you and your family good health and wellbeing during these challenging times. Despite the issues facing our world right now, I believe that music and its power to heal and bring people together are more important than ever. And that’s why we are pleased to...

Music Room is situated on the corner of Myrtle Street and Sugnall Street at the rear of Liverpool Philharmonic Hall with its own entrance on Sugnall St. It is a modern and flexible space, with double-height ceilings and a removable wall which can open up the space to include the bar area. Located...

Liverpool Philharmonic at the Friary, formerly St. Mary of the Angels church, is a recording and rehearsal venue, situated in West Everton. The space is currently used by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, and West Everton Children’s...