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 Karen Jones playing the sparkling Flute Concerto by Jacques Ibert. The concert concludes with highlights from Prokofiev's expressive and passionate music for Romeo and Juliet.
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.
