Oxford Symphony Orchestra
Open in outlook, friendly and welcoming in approach, Oxford Symphony Orchestra brings together committed local players and exceptional soloists. Under the professional direction of Robert Max the orchestra is growing in stature and reputation, enriching music in the city with enterprising programmes and exciting performances. Discover more
Saturday 16th November 2024, Oxford Town Hall
The tale of the Sorcerer's Apprentice, famously animated in Disney's Fantastia, is wonderfully evoked by Paul Dukas' scherzo. This is followed by Maya Crawford-Phillips playing the exquisite Violin Concerto by Mendelssohn. The concert concludes with highlights from Prokofiev's expressive and passionate music for Romeo and Juliet.
Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Do you study music in Oxfordshire at university, college or sixth-form level? Would you like to apply for this opportunity to develop or improve your conducting skills?
Robert Max will be giving a conducting masterclass (for under 25 yr olds) on Tuesday 3rd December,
in Oxford.
Saturday 15th March 2025, Oxford Town Hall
Johann Strauss' overture to Die Fledermaus is followed by Grieg's well-loved Piano Concerto, performed by Magdalene Ho. Dohnányi's second symphony is a large work, of the Romantic period, but with modern and Hungarian influences.
Saturday 14th June 2025, Sheldonian
Schumann's Genoveva Overture opens the concert with drama, which is then followed by Stefan Simonca-Oprita playing Bartók's second Violin Concerto. The concert finishes with Brahm's well-loved 4th Symphony.