Cambridgeshire Archives - Cambridge Philharmonic

Rising Piano Star, Junyan Chen Joins Cambridge Philharmonic for Season Opener

by Nikki GoldupNews, News & Reviews 25 September 2026No Comments

Cambridge Philharmonic is delighted to welcome internationally acclaimed young pianist Junyan Chen for its opening concert of the season, Rhapsody for a Rascal, at West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge, on Saturday 7 November 2026 at 4.00pm. Chen will take centre stage in the first half to perform Gershwin’s ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue, a timeless …

Join Cambridge Philharmonic as our freelance Operations Coordinator!

by Mari O'NeillNews, News & Reviews 19 September 2026No Comments

Are you highly organised and self-motivated? Do you love making connections and supporting people to make things happen? We are looking for a freelance Operations Coordinator to support our brilliant volunteer Trustees and Committee members, and take a central role in the day-to-day running of Cambridge Philharmonic. This is a paid position with a time …

Trustee Search – Can You Help the Phil?

by Nikki GoldupNews, News & Reviews 14 September 202615 September 2026No Comments

Cambridge Philharmonic is recruiting two new Trustees to help shape our future development and strengthen the sustainability and ambition of our community music‑making and exceptional concerts. We want to broaden our capability in income generation, sponsorship, membership engagement, and strategic development. We are also mindful of our responsibility to demonstrate public benefit and of our …

Our new orchestra leader… Simon Hewitt Jones

by Nikki GoldupNews, News & Reviews 16 July 202616 July 2026No Comments

We are delighted to welcome Simon Hewitt Jones as Orchestra Leader for the Cambridge Philharmonic’s 2026–27 season. An English violinist with a remarkable breadth of artistic experience, Simon brings a dynamic blend of classical excellence, cross‑disciplinary creativity, and deep commitment to musical education. Simon performs extensively across the UK with London Concertante, often as leader or soloist, …

Volunteer with Cambridge Philharmonic: An Exciting Opportunity

by Mari O'NeillNews, News & Reviews 21 May 202611 August 2026No Comments

Cambridge Philharmonic is looking for an enthusiastic volunteer (from inside or outside our current membership) to join our team and help shape the future of one of Britain’s oldest and most distinguished music societies. We are seeking a Secretary to support the running of our organisation, working alongside a dedicated group of trustees, committee members, …