Sir John Rutter Birthday Celebration
Sir John Rutter Birthday Celebration
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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14 May 2026
Tickets: £18, £30, £40, £54
(Students from £5)
Duration: 120 min
Venue: Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street
(Students from £5)
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