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The Orchestral Music of Afghanistan: In Conversation with Cayenna Ponchione-Bailey

The Orchestral Music of Afghanistan: In Conversation with Cayenna Ponchione-Bailey

08 June 2023 — Concert, Interview, Orchestra

On Thursday 15 June, the Oxford Philharmonic performs a concert called The Orchestral Music of Afghanistan, featuring new compositions by Af…

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OPO Outreach: ‘Noah’s Flood’ at Wood Farm Primary

OPO Outreach: ‘Noah’s Flood’ at Wood Farm Primary

05 May 2023 — Outreach, Education, Primary Education

Over the course of three days in March 2023, the Oxford Philharmonic held a project called ‘Opera in a Week: Noah’s Flood’ at Wood Farm Primary School in Headington.

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Silver Jubilee Tour – Dubai, Germany & Austria

Silver Jubilee Tour – Dubai, Germany & Austria

06 April 2023 — Concert, Orchestra, OPO on Tour

As part of the OPO’s ongoing Silver Jubilee celebrations in 2023, the Orchestra embarked on three international tours this spring.

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Recent Masterclasses: Violin, Clarinet, Conducting and More

Recent Masterclasses: Violin, Clarinet, Conducting and More

17 March 2023 — Education, Masterclass

A recap of the fantastic masterclasses we have presented so far in our 2022/23 season, as part of our Residency programme.

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A Conversation with Two Student Composers

A Conversation with Two Student Composers

07 November 2022 — Composers, Interview, Education

Two pieces were chosen from our 2022 Composers’ Workshop to be premiered in our 2022/23 season – we caught up with Kevin and Jieun ahead of their premieres about their interest in composition and their creative process.

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Oxford Piano Festival 2022

Oxford Piano Festival 2022

12 August 2022 — Masterclass, Concert, Education, Piano Festival

Last week we held our annual Oxford Piano Festival – a jam-packed week of masterclasses, concerts and recitals around Oxford.

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Carnegie Hall Debut

Carnegie Hall Debut

30 July 2022 — Concert, Orchestra, OPO on Tour

In early June 2022, the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra had its Carnegie Hall debut: a landmark event in our calendar and hugely exciting.

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What’s on in Oxford this summer

What’s on in Oxford this summer

28 June 2022 — Concert, Orchestra

Our 2021/22 season may be drawing to a close, but we sure are going out with a bang! We have a busy few weeks ahead, so read on to find out what’s on in Oxford this summer…

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6 LGBTQ+ Classical Composers

6 LGBTQ+ Classical Composers

22 June 2022 — Composers, Education, Pride Month

Throughout history, queer composers have been at the heart of the classical music scene. This Pride Month we celebrate 6 LGBTQ+ classical composers, from prolific composers to those lesser known, who have been great contributors to classical music history.

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Side-by-Side the Oxford Phil

Side-by-Side the Oxford Phil

15 June 2022 — Concert, Orchestra, Education

Launched in 2019, our Side-by-Side scheme is well underway, despite a hiatus of concerts during the height of the pandemic. Now nearing the conclusion of our second season featuring Side-by-Side, we have welcomed many young musicians from in and around Oxford to play alongside our professional orchestra members, experiencing music at the highest level.

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FUNomusica: Classical Music for Kids

FUNomusica: Classical Music for Kids

25 May 2022 — Primary Education, Concert, Orchestra, Education

Earlier this month we held our third and final FUNomusica Family Concert of our 2021/22 season. After a long hiatus during the pandemic, it…

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Puccini Fantasy world premiere: A Conversation with Mats Lidström

Puccini Fantasy world premiere: A Conversation with Mats Lidström

13 May 2022 — World Premiere, Composers, Concert, Interview

On Thursday 19 May, the Oxford Phil will perform the world premiere of Puccini Fantasy for Cello and Orchestra, written by our very own Solo…

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