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There
are many ways that you can become involved in the life of
the Orchestra, supporting us in our work and gaining access
to a wonderful programme of events each season. Please see
our Individual
Giving and Corporate
Support pages for further details.
For further information about forthcoming London Philharmonic
Orchestra events, please contact Sarah Tattersall on 020 7840
4209 or email sarah.tattersall@lpo.org.uk |
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On
Sunday 7 October, the London Philharmonic Orchestra held an
evening of celebration at the Royal Festival Hall, marking
exactly 75 years since its founder, Sir Thomas Beecham, unveiled
his new London Philharmonic Orchestra to the public and press.
With the Royal Festival Hall decked out in white and pink
balloons, special guests and concert goers were invited to
a range of foyer activities in the afternoon, including a
Tea Dance, a concert by the Orchestra's Double Bass section,
and a performance of gospel music by Grange and Redriff Primary
Schools courtesy of Southwark EiC (Excellence in Cities),
one of the Orchestra's long-established education partners.
Special guests of the Orchestra joined Thomas Beecham Group
Patrons, Benefactors and Principal Friends for a pre-concert
75th Birthday drinks reception, whilst Affiliate Friends and
Friends members enjoyed a glass of bubbly in the Orchestra's
Friends Bar.
After the concert, the entire audience was invited to join
Orchestra staff and musicians for drinks on the Ballroom Floor,
as The Rt Hon. Margaret Hodge MP, Minister of State for Culture,
Media and Sport proposed a toast to the Orchestra's 75th Birthday.
The celebrations then continued with music provided by the
Orchestra's RENGA Ensemble.
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Saturday
3rd November saw the culmination of the collaboration between
the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Opera Rara, with the
concert performance of Bellini's La
straniera. Supporters of the partnership, including
Principal and Affiliate Friends, Benefactors and Thomas Beecham
Group Patrons enjoyed a champagne reception before the concert
and a post-concert dinner in Skylon Restaurant, joined by
conductor David Parry and soloists including Patrizia Ciofi,
Mark Stone, Enkelejda Shkosa and Darío Schmunck.
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On
Wednesday 7th November Thomas Beecham Group Patrons were invited
to join supporters of the Elgar Foundation for a special evening
of celebration at the Royal Festival Hall, marking the 150th
Anniversary of Elgar's birth. Guests attended a pre-concert
drinks reception and post-concert dinner hosted by Dame Janet
Baker, President of the Elgar Society and Timothy Walker,
Chief Executive and Artistic Director of the London Philharmonic
Orchestra, in the presence of the Orchestra's Patron HRH The
Duke of Kent KG.
All funds raised on the evening went towards the work of the
London Philharmonic Orchestra and the Elgar Birthplace Museum.
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Thursday 15 November 2007 |
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Following
a series of concerts at the Royal Festival Hall featuring
works composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Thomas Beecham Group
Patrons were invited to an evening celebrating Korngold's
life and works, fifty years on from his death. Hosted by the
Austrian Ambassador, Her Excellency Ambassador Matzner at
her private residence, the evening included a drinks reception
followed by a fascinating interview with Korngold's Granddaughter,
Kathrin Korngold, led by author and journalist Brendan Carroll.
The evening continued with a recital of some of Korngold's
works for solo voice making for a very enjoyable evening of
discovery into Korngold's works away from the Hollywood stage.
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The
Orchestra's annual Supporters' Christmas Party took place
on the 8th December where Benefactors, Friends and Thomas
Beecham Group members joined Orchestra staff and musicians
for seasonal drinks and canapés both pre-concert and
during the interval of the performance that evening. Guests
were also treated to a performance by London Philharmonic
Orchestra percussionists, Simon Carrington and Andy Barclay,
who performed a selection of suitably festive music on Marimbas
to accompany the celebrations before the concert.
After the concert the celebrations continued for Benefactors
and Thomas Beecham Group Patrons who were invited to join
conductor Osmo Vänskä and Orchestra musicians for
the annual Christmas Dinner.
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Benefactors
and Thomas Beecham Group Patrons are invited to join Principal
Conductor, Vladimir Jurowski, and Chief Executive and Artistic
Director, Timothy Walker, at the Royal Festival Hall on Thursday
31 January 2008 for the launch of the London Philharmonic
Orchestra's 2008/09 London concert season. Vladimir Jurowski
will make a short presentation outlining the new season and
highlighting its themes and Guest Artists and drinks and canapés
will be served.
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In
recognition of the support given to the London Philharmonic
Orchestra by the members of the Thomas Beecham Group we have
named the Orchestra's concert on Saturday 2 February “The
Thomas Beecham Group Concert”.
To mark the occasion, members of the Thomas Beecham Group
are invited to a dinner at the Royal Festival Hall after the
concert attended by the evening's conductor and soloist. Mark-Anthony
Turnage, the Orchestra's Composer in Residence whose work
Lullaby for Hans will
have its London première at the concert will also be
attending.
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Following
the very popular brass and percussion evenings over the last
two seasons, this year we turn our attention to the Orchestra's
Woodwind section for a fun evening of performance at the Orchestra's
regular rehearsal venue, Henry Wood Hall.
Members of the woodwind section will show off their skills
and virtuosity, performing a selection of their favourite
pieces, guiding guests through the various instruments in
the woodwind section as well as providing a glimpse into life
in the Orchestra. The performance will be coupled with a drinks
reception on arrival and a post-performance informal buffet
supper served in Henry Wood Hall's stunning crypt, where guests
can chat to musicians and staff.
There are still tickets remaining for this event, open to
all London Philharmonic Orchestra Friends, Benefactors and
Thomas Beecham Group Patrons and their guests.
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We
are delighted to announce that the London Philharmonic Orchestra's
Annual Fundraising Gala will take place at London's Guildhall
on Wednesday 25 June 2008.
The 2008 Gala evening will celebrate the achievements of the
Orchestras Education Programme, showcasing and raising funds
for this important area of our work. The Gala promises to
be a spectacular occasion. Guests will enjoy a drinks reception
on arrival followed by performances by the London Philharmonic
Orchestra, and a formal banquet in the historic and grand
surroundings of the Great Hall.
Formal invitations to the event will be sent in February 2008.
In the meantime to register your interest in attending the
event and for further details, please contact Sarah Tattersall
on 020 7840 4209 or email sarah.tattersall@lpo.org.uk
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