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Our Leader & Principal Stephanie Gonley brings her experience and dedication to this exquisite all-string programme. 50 years after his death, Britten’s creativity is brilliantly captured in his vibrant Variations on a Theme of Frank Bridge, a vivid tribute to his revered teacher and mentor.
Experience the full drama of Elgar’s Dream of Gerontius, a monumental work of profound spiritual depth and emotional intensity, with three outstanding soloists including Dame Sarah Connolly appearing in the role of the angel.
We perform Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, one of the most enduring and vivid works in the violin repertoire. Praised by The Guardian as “a knockout from start to finish”, Harriet Mackenzie brings insight, clarity and expressive depth to music of colour, contrast and vitality.
It is a real pleasure for us to perform at the magnificent Palau de la Música in Valencia, a hall renowned for its beautiful acoustics and vibrant musical life. This concert feels particularly special as we are joined by our Principal Guest Conductor, Roberto Forés Veses, performing in his hometown; always a meaningful moment for both conductor and orchestra.
A programme of timeless elegance and expressive power under the direction of Principal Guest Conductor Roberto Forés Veses with pianist Lusine Khachatryan.
The first of two performances on tour with a programme centred on Beethoven, the programme opens with Arriaga’s Overture in D major, a bright and confident work by the composer often known as the “Spanish Mozart”, before moving to Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4, noted for its lyrical dialogue between soloist and orchestra. We close with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, a work full of energy, wit and momentum.
As part of our May tour, we are delighted to perform at the Baluarte Auditorium in Pamplona, conducted by our Principal Guest Conductor Roberto Forés Veses with Steven Isserlis as soloist.
The programme opens with Arriaga’s Overture in D major, a bright and confident work by the composer often known as the “Spanish Mozart”. We are then joined by Steven Isserlis for Haydn’s Cello Concerto No. 2 in D, a work that combines elegance, virtuosity and expressive warmth, performed by one of the most respected cellists of his generation. The concert concludes with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, a work full of energy, wit and momentum.
As part of our May tour, we look forward to performing at the Kursaal Auditorium in San Sebastián, joined by our Principal Guest Conductor Roberto Forés Veses and the distinguished cellist Steven Isserlis.
It is an honour for us to be part of the Úbeda Festival, performing at the beautiful Hospital de Santiago Auditorium, a remarkable setting with such a rich cultural history. This concert marks the second performance on tour of this programme, and we are delighted to share it as part of this distinguished festival.
This programme brings together music of elegance, energy and colour, from Purcell’s Chaconne in G minor and Bach’s radiant E major Violin Concerto, to Mozart’s Divertimento in B♭ and Vivaldi’s ever-popular Spring from The Four Seasons. Praised by The Guardian as “a knockout from start to finish”, Harriet Mackenzie brings expressive insight and virtuosity to a programme of enduring and uplifting favourites.
On 8 February, we present an afternoon of colour and character, led by Stephanie Gonley. From Holst and Mozart’s Bassoon Concerto with Nikolaj Henriques to our first Patron Britten’s Simple Symphony, marking 100 years since his death, and Haydn’s ‘Farewell’.
We are delighted to be visiting Dorking with our Leader & Principal Stephanie Gonley performing a wonderful programme of classics including Vivaldi's Four Seasons
To mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2026, we present a specially commissioned programme in collaboration with Imperial War Museums, reflecting on the lives of those who survived the Holocaust and honouring the memory of those who did not.
As we continue our partnership with King’s College London, we are performing Handel’s Messiah with the Choir of King’s College London in the beautiful setting of the King’s College Chapel on the Strand.
Handel’s Messiah stands as one of the most iconic and enduring masterpieces in the classical music repertoire. In this very special performance, the English Chamber Orchestra is delighted to welcome back the distinguished conductor Nicholas Kraemer.
We are delighted to invite you to the English Chamber Orchestra’s 65th Anniversary Gala—an evening of music, fine dining, and celebration in support of one of the world’s most distinguished chamber orchestras.
Made in Prague Festival finale: violin star Pavel Šporcl with the English Chamber Orchestra in music by Mendelssohn, Dvořák & Paganini.
We return to the chamber works of W.A. Mozart with three of his most refined piano concertos, performed with pianist Cristian Sandrin.
We return to the chamber works of W.A. Mozart with three of his most refined piano concertos, performed with pianist Cristian Sandrin.
We return to the chamber works of W.A. Mozart with three of his most refined piano concertos, performed with pianist Cristian Sandrin.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Snape Maltings featuring the celebrated cellist Raphael Wallfisch and conductor Łukasz Borowicz.
