Founded in 1904, the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) has established itself as one of the world's premier orchestras. Celebrated for its distinctive sound and virtuosic performances, the LSO has been at the forefront of musical innovation and excellence for well over a century. Based at London's Barbican Centre, the orchestra also enjoys an acclaimed residency at the LSO St Luke's, a restored 18th-century church which has become a hub for the orchestra's community and music education work. The LSO maintains strong links with the cinema, having recorded soundtracks for myriad films, and boasts an impressive discography that embraces a wide array of classical repertoire.

The LSO's recent activity reflects its versatility and commitment to the masterworks of orchestral music. Releases like "Maestro: Music by Leonard Bernstein (Original Soundtrack)" showcase the orchestra's affinity for the breadth of 20th-century American music, while their recording of "Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5" exemplifies their skill in capturing the dramatic and emotional essence of Russian symphonic tradition. The remastered 2023 edition of "Britten: War Requiem" further illustrates the orchestra's dedication to revisiting and revitalizing classic recordings for new audiences. With each performance and recording, the London Symphony Orchestra continues to interpret and present music with an unfaltering dedication to artistry and excellence, ensuring their standing as one of the great bastions of classical music in the modern era.

Genres

British Orchestra

Classical

Orchestra

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Latest Release

Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. Adagio

Edward Elgar•

Gautier Capuçon•

Antonio Pappano•

London Symphony Orchestra

Single - Released September 13, 2024