There’s nothing like being reunited with an old friend, and tonight you’ll see not only Royal Northern Sinfonia on stage but also the orchestras’ much-loved former Music Director, Thomas Zehetmair.

Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Soprano singer Claire Booth, pianist Alasdair Beatson and musicians from Royal Northern Sinfonia together under the direction of Maria Wloszczowska.

Pierrot in the Moonlight

Our house band Royal Northern Sinfonia and guest conductor Ben Palmer

Psycho in Concert

Pianist Stephen Hough, star of more than 50 albums and a regular at the world’s top concert halls, from Chicago to Amsterdam, joins our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia and Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa.

Mozart's Jupiter Symphony

In the first of four concerts directed by Maria Włoszczowska in her new role as Artistic Partner, Rebecca Bottone joins musicians from Royal Northern Sinfonia in Sage Two. You might remember Rebecca from our Viennese New Year’s Day Concert 2023.

Transfigured Night

He’s graced stages the world over and won award after award – now pianist David Fray joins our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia, not just as soloist, but also directing the orchestra too.

Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20

It wouldn’t be a season-opening concert without our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia, Chorus and Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa. They’re joined by special guest, pianist Kristian Bezuidenhout, who returns after his incredible BBC Prom with us last summer.

Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream

Our house orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia, Voices of the Rivers Edge choir and guest conductor Ellie Slorach.

BBC Proms - Fantasy, Myths and Legends

Grammy Award nominated multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, and songwriter Jordan Rakei makes his Proms debut with Royal Northern Sinfonia and conductor Robert Ames.

BBC Proms - Jordan Rakei and Royal Northern Sinfonia

Our house orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia, their principal conductor Dinis Sousa and guest violinist Alena Baeva.

BBC Proms - Sibelius' Violin Concerto

Hannah Peel and Sara Mohr-Pietsch, the open-eared, velvet-voiced hosts of BBC Radio 3’s Night Tracks. They’re joined by Hania Rani, Beibei Wang and a small ensemble from Royal Northern Sinfonia directed by Maria Włoszczowska.

BBC Proms - Night Tracks Live

Wow, have we got a packed stage for you tonight! Making the afternoon extra epic are singers and musicians from right across the North East, sharing the stage with the Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus, and a superb line-up of soloists.

Tippett’s A Child of Our Time

The musicians of Royal Northern Sinfonia, directed by leader Maria Włoszczowska and co-leader Kyra Humphreys, in some of the region’s most beautiful churches.

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Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

Berwick Parish Church

St Michael's Church Alnwick

Auckland Castle Chapel

St Cuthbert's Church

Durham Cathedral

St Hilda's Church

Hexham Abbey

Kendal Parish Church

Northesk Parish Church

Newcastle Cathedral

St George's, Cullercoats

Ripon Cathedral

The Fire Station

Our orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia, playing the music whilst the movie is on the big screen. Voices of the River’s Edge, The Glasshouse’s choir for 18-35 year olds, will bring a tear to your eye singing the main theme Somewhere in My Memory.

Home Alone in Concert

Our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia and some very special guests from the West End and Broadway.

Christmas at the Musicals

Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa, Royal Northern Sinfonia and the Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia are joined by a quartet of vocal superstars.

Handel's Messiah

Our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia will be bringing to life this festive favourite, with conductor Ellie Slorach and presenter Eleanor Mooney. In the relaxed performance, there will also be a British Sign Language interpreter.

The Snowman in Concert 2024

Back by popular demand for 2024, we’re delighted to be joined once more by Romanian-British pianist Alexandra Dariescu and ballerina Imogen-Lily Ash.

The Nutcracker and I

Royal Northern Sinfonia and guest conductor Timothy Redmond, with West End stars Louise Dearman and Oliver Tompsett to belt out the big tunes.

007 in Concert

Royal Northern Sinfonia’s new Principal Guest Conductor Nil Venditti leads our joyful New Year’s Day celebration, with sparkling soprano Jennifer France and home orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Viennese New Year's Day Concert

Our home orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia with Artistic Partner Maria Włoszczowska directing from the violin.

Schubert's Fifth Symphony

Critically acclaimed Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson gives a visionary and innovative performance alongside Royal Northern Sinfonia and Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa.

Víkingur Ólafsson plays Brahms

Guest conductor Sofi Jeannin takes the lead for this incredible concert, joined by soprano Hilary Cronin and baritone Roderick Williams. Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia complete the impressive line-up.

Faure’s Requiem

Players from Royal Northern Sinfonia and the orchestra’s Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa.

Once upon a time

Maria Włoszczowska has incredible energy and passion as both a violinist and director. Tonight she leads Royal Northern Sinfonia in a new role as Artistic Partner.

Bach Violin Concertos

Our home orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia and expert film conductor Ben Palmer.

Singin' in the Rain in Concert

Charismatic conductor Stephanie Childress and pianist Piotr Anderszewski are the guest stars for this evening’s concert with Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Dvořák’s New World Symphony

Maria Włoszczowska directs harpist Oliver Wass and musicians from Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Ravel's Tzigane

Christian Reif conducts this evening’s performance alongside house orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia and pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet.

Brahms’ Third Symphony

Our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia conducted by life-long film buff Stephen Bell.

The Music of Star Wars

Nil Venditti is a real firecracker. So much so, Royal Northern Sinfonia snapped her up as Principal Guest Conductor after two visits.  Tonight she’s joined on stage by four super soloists, Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Rossini’s Stabat Mater

Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa is at the helm for this evening’s concert. He’s joined by fabulous French pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard and of course his trusty crew, Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Ravel’s Mother Goose

Contemporary composer and soprano Héloïse Werner joins musicians from Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Héloïse Werner’s The Cuckoo’s Hour

Guest conductor Riccardo Minasi is joined by singing royalty Véronique Gens and of course our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Mozart's Symphony No. 40

Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa brings the season to a close, alongside pianist Benjamin Grosvenor and our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Royal Northern Sinfonia

Nov 24, 2024

Tippett’s A Child of Our Time

Nov 28 - Dec 5, 2024

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

7 - 8 Dec, 2024

Home Alone in Concert

Dec 11, 2024

Christmas at the Musicals

Dec 15, 2024

Handel's Messiah

Nov 8, 2024

Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony

Nov 2, 2024

Pierrot in the Moonlight

Royal Northern Sinfonia