A full orbit of the sun with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra.

Richard Strauss’s Metamorphosen is a lament for strings, mourning the destruction of Europe in the World War II and the collapse of the musical civilisation that shaped and inspired him.

When it comes to symphonies, Beethoven's Third symphony was a real game changer.

Who knew Haydn and hot cross buns might be related?

Puccini first showcased his operatic voice through the orchestra alone with his Capriccio Sinfonico. Marking the start of his signature musical style, it blends the lyrical and dramatic qualities that later came to define his iconic operas.

Influenced by Czech folk and expressionism, Haas’s Study for Strings is an energetic, introspective work now seen as a key piece of 20th-century Czech music.

Join us in the BBC Philharmonic Studio as we perform Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C Major, and Schumann's Spring Symphony.

Cursed by the goddess Hera, Echo may only repeat the last words spoken to her.

A stormy opening from the 19th century prolific German composer Emilie Mayer.

We join RNCM student conductors and International Artist Diploma musicians for an afternoon of extraordinary music making in the BBC Philharmonic Studio.

We join RNCM student conductors and International Artist Diploma musicians for an afternoon of extraordinary music making in the BBC Philharmonic Studio.

Words and music, presented at the Philharmonic Studio as part of the BBC’s much-loved festival of music and speech.

Visit our recording studio at MediaCityUK and witness the orchestra as we broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 to millions of listeners around the world. These 60-minute afternoon concerts are hosted by a range of star presenters from across the BBC.

A landmark collaboration with the V&A East Museum and Friday Night is Music Night, celebrating the impact of Black British music on British culture.