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Sir John Rutter Birthday Celebration

Sir John Rutter Birthday Celebration

Sir John Rutter Birthday Celebration

14 May 2026 | 19:00 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street

Grieg Holberg Suite, Op. 40
Bach Concerto for Oboe and Violin in C minor, BWV 1060R
Rutter Suite for Strings
Rutter Suite Antique
Delius Two Aquarelles 
Elgar Introduction and Allegro for Strings, Op. 47

Anthony Robb flute
Gordon Hunt oboe
Tamás András violin
Sir John Rutter conductor

Join the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra for a joyful evening celebrating a significant birthday of one of Britain’s most beloved composers and conductors, Sir John Rutter. A cherished friend of the Orchestra, John returns to the podium to lead a programme featuring his celebrated works.

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Sir John Rutter Birthday Celebration

14 May 2026

Tickets: £18, £30, £40, £54
(Students from £5)
Duration: 120 min
Venue: Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street
Thursday 14th May, 2026 – 19:00
From £18
(Students from £5)

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