The Turku Philharmonic Orchestra, based in the city of Turku, the historical capital of Finland, stands among the oldest orchestras in the world, tracing its roots back to the musical society founded in 1790. The orchestra became a city institution in 1927, establishing a significant cultural presence in the Nordic region. With its hometown rich in cultural heritage, the Turku Philharmonic continues to preserve the musical traditions while also embracing contemporary innovations under the esteemed leadership of dynamic conductors and artistic directors.

The repertoire of the Turku Philharmonic is impressively diverse, as demonstrated in their recent releases, with a strong emphasis on the works of Ludwig van Beethoven, including his Mass in C Major, various cantatas, choral works, and "The Creatures of Prometheus, Op. 43". The orchestra also showcases their versatility with enchanting explorations into seasonal music, as found in their Christmas albums "Rakas joulu" and "Sydämeeni joulun teen", which reflect Finland's rich tradition of seasonal celebrations. Further, their recordings span the classic repertoire of Gustav Mahler and Johannes Brahms to contemporary compositions by Olli Mustonen, underlining the Turku Philharmonic's commitment to a wide range of musical periods and styles, cementing their status as a revered institution on the international music stage.

Genres

Nordic Orchestra

Orchestra

Latest Release

Rakas joulu

Turku Philharmonic Orchestra

Album - 11 Tracks - Released November 24, 2023