Philharmonia Orchestral Workshop

Philharmonia Orchestral Workshop

Philharmonia Orchestra inspires young musicians at Wimbledon workshop

As part of the Wimbledon International Music Festival, we were delighted to welcome the Philharmonia Orchestra to run a workshop at Wimbledon High School. Forty young musicians from across South West London took part, working closely with members of the orchestra to refine their technique and gain insight into professional ensemble playing.

The workshop, led by Philharmonia’s 1st Violin, Adrián Varela, gave participants the chance to focus on their playing, develop their skills and experience working with professional musicians in a supportive environment. It was a valuable opportunity for the students to learn from experienced performers and gain insight into the workings of a world-class orchestra.

The workshop highlighted the festival’s commitment to supporting young talent, providing a platform for aspiring musicians to develop their skills and be inspired by professionals at the top of their field.

A large group of students play musical instruments in a bright, modern hall, led by a conductor. Rows of empty chairs face the musicians, suggesting a rehearsal before a performance.
Two young women sit holding violins and smile at each other during a music rehearsal. Other musicians and music stands are visible in the background.
Three people sit behind music stands, holding bass clarinets. They appear to be part of a band or orchestra, smiling and looking ahead. The background is plain and white, keeping the focus on the musicians.
A man with long grey hair enthusiastically conducts musicians in a rehearsal room, raising his arms expressively. A music stand and the back of a musician's head are visible in the foreground.
A child wearing glasses plays a tambourine whilst another child in the background plays a bass drum with a beater in a bright classroom or music room.
A person with grey hair and a dark shirt stands in front of a group indoors, gesturing with one hand raised and pointing. Several people are seated in the foreground, and others stand in the background.
A young person with light brown hair, wearing a white hoodie and jeans, sits on a chair and holds two brass cymbals in their hands. A large bass drum is visible in the background.
Two young people sitting with violins in an orchestra setting, one looking at the other and smiling whilst the other focuses on her instrument; music stands and other musicians are visible in the background.
Two young people sit side by side holding violins and smiling in a music classroom. Other students and music stands are visible in the background, suggesting a group rehearsal or lesson.
A woman in a red patterned jumper smiles whilst interacting with a girl holding a violin. Other people with instruments are nearby, suggesting a group music practice or lesson indoors.
Three boys sit indoors on chairs; two hold tambourines while the third observes. Another pupil stands nearby with a large drum. They appear to be participating in a music lesson or rehearsal. A music stand is in the foreground.
A man and a woman sit with sheet music, facing an orchestra of musicians playing various instruments in a bright rehearsal room. The man appears to be instructing or discussing the music with the woman.
A group of musicians sit in rows playing clarinets and saxophones during a rehearsal. Music stands are in front of them and they appear focused on their sheet music. The background is a bright, indoor setting.
A group of musicians sitting and playing flutes and other woodwind instruments in a rehearsal room, focused on their sheet music. The background is simple with a closed wooden door.
Two young people with glasses play violins together in a brightly lit room, focused on their instruments. Other musicians are blurred in the background.
A group of young students play violins and other string instruments in an orchestra rehearsal, focussing on their sheet music.