For over a century, Brent Symphony Orchestra has been a cornerstone of North West London’s culture. Founded in 1911 as the Harlesden Philharmonic, we are now one of the capital’s most respected amateur ensembles. Our tradition includes performing with soloists such as Nigel Kennedy, Martin Roscoe, and Fenella Humphreys. Today, we provide a home for musicians who perform demanding symphonic repertoire to a high standard. We also build a strong connection with our local community.
Under the baton of our conductor, Levon Parikian, Brent Symphony Orchestra presents four ambitious concerts each season at St Martin’s Church in Kensal Green. We take pride in our egalitarian philosophy: unlike many orchestras, we avoid fixed seating for strings and rotate wind players. Every musician actively shapes our sound. Our adventurous repertoire ranges from Mahler and Elgar to Stravinsky and Bernstein.
We are a warm, sociable, welcoming, and professional community. With four concerts a year and the Friends scheme, we bring world-class orchestral music to everyone in North West London. We invite players at Grade 8 standard or higher to join our dedicated ensemble. Music lovers in NW10 find historic prestige and contemporary energy in our concerts.
Whether your are a player, or simply a music lover, please do join us either as on the stage or in the audience.