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Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra

The Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra perform every two months through the season between November – July.

OnTheWight has been an active supporter of the IWSO since 2010, over which time the audience for the performances has grown considerably. We take great pride in helping more Islanders experience the glory of a full orchestra, playing live on our Island.

Below are some of the event features and reviews of Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra concerts.

26, May 2026·1 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra brings American soprano to Independence Day Spectacular

West End soprano Kelly Glyptis joins the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra for an American-themed Independence Day concert

charlie lovell-jones playing at iwso concert in jan 22

29, April 2026·1 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra welcomes back violinist Charlie Lovell-Jones in May concert

Acclaimed violinist Charlie Lovell-Jones joins the IWSO for a Medina Theatre concert on 16th May 2026

Musicians playing on stage at the Symphony Orchestra concert

20, March 2026·7 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: Standing ovation for trumpet soloist Aaron Azunda Akugbo

Jonathan Dodd reviews a triumphant Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra concert featuring Rimsky-Korsakov, Hummel and Dvorak

Aaron Azunda Akugbo against a yellow background holding his trumpet

16, February 2026·1 min read

Aaron Azunda Akugbo to perform Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto with Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra welcomes Aaron Akugbo for a special concert on 14th March

Musicians performing at IWSO concert Jan 2026

23, January 2026·10 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: An astonishing evening of music by female composers

A memorable evening of music showcased the works of outstanding women composers: Jonathan Dodd reviews

4, January 2026·2 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra to showcase pioneering female composers

Join the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra for an evening of groundbreaking music

christmas lights in the background of hymn song sheets held in red folders

18, November 2025·1 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra presents Christmas concert with local primary school choirs

Local primary school pupils unite with the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra for a heartwarming Christmas celebration next weekend

5, November 2025·2 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: British composers shine

Claire Philpot reviews the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra's season-opening concert

12, October 2025·1 min read

Clarinet Concerto by Carl Davis to premiere at Isle of Wight Symphony concert

David Campbell will be performing a piece of work composed for him by the award-winning Carl Davis

The audience (sitting in fold up chairs) at the symphony orchestra concert at Havenstreet Steam Railway

4, August 2025·6 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra celebrates season finale with concert at Havenstreet

Jonathan Dodd reviews a fantastic summer concert filled with classics and community spirit

12, July 2025·11 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: An invitation to the dance

Jonathan Dodd reviews an evening of enchanting music from the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra

18, June 2025·1 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra’s season finale features dance-inspired programme

Experience an evening of ballet music, including Copland’s ‘Appalachian Spring’ on 5th July

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