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Our mission

Cadogan Hall - Tim Lutton

Our vision

Inspiring the next generation of musicians and audiences

The RPO aspires to:

  • be an orchestra for the modern world, unafraid to push boundaries;
  • place orchestral music at the heart of contemporary society, deepening engagement with communities and creative partners;
  • be a respected cultural ambassador locally, nationally and internationally.
An audience on their feet at a pop show at the Royal Albert Hall. Someone is videoing it on their phone.

Our mission

Sharing orchestral music with the widest possible audience

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s mission is to enrich lives through orchestral experiences that are uncompromising in their excellence and inclusive in their appeal.

RPO Horn players rehearsing

Our values

The world’s most versatile symphony orchestra

RPO musician marking up musical sheet

Excellence

We strive to achieve ambitious goals across every aspect of our organisation

Two musicians talking partially obscured by music stands

Collaboration

In partnership, we achieve more together

Break out group activities at our Relaxed Performance.

Inclusivity

Great orchestral experiences must be accessible to all

Vasily Petrenko conducting the RPO at the BBC Proms

Resilience

Our versatility is key to our success

Flautist Joanna Marsh playing with Sound Sanctuary participants.

Responsibility

The talents of our musicians and staff must be used for the benefit of everyone

RPO perform Mahler at Royal Albert Hall - 27 April 2023

Passion

The driving force within the RPO