London Symphony Orchestra announces John Harte as managing director

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Imogen TildenJanuary 7, 2026 at 02:24 PM

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John Harte has been appointed as the new managing director of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), succeeding Dame Kathryn McDowell after her 20-year tenure. Harte, previously the chief executive of Aurora Orchestra since 2009, brings a track record of building that organization into a prominent force in UK music. He will join the LSO, which includes chief conductor Sir Antonio Pappano and conductor emeritus Sir Simon Rattle, at a time of artistic strength. The LSO, established in 1904 and based at London’s Barbican Hall, performs around 70 concerts annually and holds residencies in Paris, Tokyo, and the Aix-en-Provence festival. Aurora Orchestra will begin the search for Harte's replacement.

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Dame Liz Forgan 30% School of Oriental and African Studies 40% Jane Mitchell ×240% Barbican Hall 40% Sarah Quinn 50% Sir Simon Rattle 50% Nicholas Collon ×250% Sir Antonio Pappano ×260% Dame Kathryn McDowell 60% Aurora Orchestra ×480% John Harte ×690% London Symphony Orchestra ×4100%

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