WELCOME TO BATH PHIL
As one of the leading professional orchestras in the South West, Bath Philharmonia performs concerts of outstanding artistic quality with soloists from a national and international platform. We programme a rich and diverse repertoire, broadening audiences and promoting the live orchestral experience to all members of our community.
Upcoming Events
Esther Abrami & Bath PhilThu 27 NovThe Forum
The Snowman with Bath PhilSat 13 DecThe Forum
Peter Moore & Bath PhilWed 04 FebThe Forum
NEWS & UPDATES
Jul 2025
CASE STUDY WITH BRISTOL YOUNG CARERS
We're incredibly proud to share this wonderful case study from The Society of Merchant Venturers, highlighting our transformative project last year with Bristol Young Carers! Their generous support enabled 22 young carers to compose powerful music and create art exploring "resilience," culminating in inspiring performances at The Forum that significantly boosted their confidence and fostered community.
Jul 2025
JASON THORNTON APPOINTED AS CONDUCTOR EMERITUS
Bath Philharmonia is proud to announce the appointment of Jason Thornton as Conductor Emeritus in recognition of his 25-year tenure and his impact on concertgoers, workshop participants and community music leaders across the UK, following his stepping down as Music Director. Jason Thornton founded Bath Philharmonia as a professional orchestra in 2000 and served as its music director and creative music leader.
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Join the Friends & Patrons of Bath Philharmonia
We passionately believe in the power of orchestral music to move, entertain and most importantly bring people together. We want as many people as possible, from every part of our community, to experience live orchestral music and to take part in music-making. Its a commonly used cliche to say music enhances and even changes peoples lives, but we see it happen. Every penny raised is directed towards this goal.
THE ORCHESTRA
Bath Philharmonia is a family of musicians dedicated to making orchestral music part of lifefor many people. Our home is the World Heritage City of Bath and we tour to manydifferent venues across the South West of England. Established at the turn of themillennium, we have over 25 years’ experience of bringing people together musically toshare our core values of excellence, togetherness, inclusivity, sustainability and enjoyment.