A statement from the London Symphony Orchestra: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The London Symphony Orchestra is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Her Majesty had been the LSO’s Patron since her accession to the throne in 1952, continuing a long association of the Sovereign with the Orchestra and its players, stretching back to its formation in 1904. 

 The Orchestra is privileged to have hosted Her Majesty at many of its concerts and events – from opening the Barbican Centre in 1982, to hosting a gala at Buckingham Palace in 2015.  The Queen was present at some of the most significant moments in our history and was a loyal and committed supporter of the orchestra throughout her reign. 

 The London Symphony Orchestra sends its condolences to the Royal Family at this sad time and joins the nation in mourning our much-loved monarch.