Heroes and Villains

24th Nov 2024 16:00

Following the huge success of our 23/24 season, the Hull Philharmonic is back with an exciting mix of much-loved classics sprinkled with modern themes and new discoveries. …Read more

Invitation to Dance

22nd Feb 2025 19:30

Lighten the dark days of February and put a spring in your step with our second programme of music written for the ballet. …Read more

The Malcolm Ruddiforth Concert

10th May 2025 19:30

Malcolm Ruddiforth was a long-time supporter of the Hull Philharmonic and our beautiful venue, and he left a generous bequest both to the orchestra and to the upkeep of the City Hall organ. …Read more

Welcome Celebrating over 130 years of music making in Hull

The Hull Philharmonic Orchestra is recognised as one of the nation's leading amateur symphony orchestras and has been a major feature in the city's cultural landscape for over 130 years.

Performing a regular season of three concerts in Hull's magnificent City Hall, we boast a history of renowned conductors, including national figures such as Sir Henry Wood, founder of the Proms. The orchestra continues to expand and develop; successfully tackling some of the most challenging works of the orchestral repertoire. The story started on June 1881 when a small group of dedicated music lovers gathered at the George Hotel in Hull and proposed the formation of an orchestral music society. With just 27 players, a devoted committee and loyal patrons, the Hull Philharmonic Society was born.

The orchestra has more than 80 members drawn from local professional and amateur musicians, and enjoys a broad and loyal audience base. In 1989 we were granted charitable status.

Young Audience Ticket Scheme

With thanks to Williamsons Solicitors who have been supporters of our Young Audience Ticket Scheme through sponsorship. The scheme enables us to introduce our concerts to audiences of the future and enhance regional music education. Williamsons has also provided a secure home for the orchestra’s extensive music library which includes scores notated by Sir Henry Wood. (Read more)

Williamsons Solicitors

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The Hull City Hall Classics, feature the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Hull Philharmonic Orchestra in a season of nine orchestral concerts at Hull City Hall. 

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Simon Chalk announced as Hull Philharmonic Orchestra's new Musical Director

24th Aug 2023 Posted by : Admin

The Hull Philharmonic Society and Orchestra are delighted to announce the appointment of their new …
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Law firm’s generosity funds live orchestral music experience

9th May 2023 Posted by : Admin

Williamsons Solicitors has hit a high note with local GCSE students after sponsoring the Hull Philharmonic …
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