Royal Northern Sinfonia
Internationally renowned, calling Gateshead home.
37 musicians at the top of their game. Electrifying music, old and new. All the talent, determination, and creativity of the North East on a worldwide stage. From their home at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Royal Northern Sinfonia share the joy and wonder of orchestral music with thousands of people across the North of England – and beyond – every year.
“Wherever the orchestra play and whoever they share a stage with, every performance is a feast for the heart and mind.”
The Telegraph
Concerts
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Browse upcoming concerts at The Glasshouse and beyond.
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See Royal Northern Sinfonia perform across the North.
Our musical family
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Get to know the people of Royal Northern Sinfonia including our players and titled artists.
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A unique, inclusive ensemble featuring disabled musicians and non-disabled members of Royal Northern Sinfonia.
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Our Chorus shine in the great choral masterpieces, excel with contemporary classical music by today’s brightest composers, and bring film scores to life at live screenings of Hollywood blockbusters.
Plan your visit to The Glasshouse
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Enjoy more great live music for less in The Glasshouse Classical 2025/2026 season with a package booking.
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Catch a coach to selected concerts for just £10 return with services from Hexham, Carlisle and Alnwick.
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Like to know where that composer grew up? How that violinist got their start? What tragic tale inspired those lyrics? Our concert programmes tell you more about the musicians and the music you’re about to revel in.
Watch and listen
Experience Royal Northern Sinfonia in our free livestreams, collection of short films and special commissions.
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Enjoy our free livestreamed concerts with Royal Northern Sinfonia – wherever you are in the world.
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Watch exclusive short films and performances, relive favourite concert moments, and head behind the scenes on our YouTube channel.
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Browse more content from Royal Northern Sinfonia including interviews, performance clips and articles.
