London Sinfonietta

The London Sinfonietta is an English chamber orchestra based in London, founded in 1968 by Nicholas Snowman and David Atherton (2). The ensemble specialises in contemporary music and works across a wide range of genres. Artistic directors have been:

David Atherton (2) from 1968-1973
Michael Vyner from 1972-1989
Paul Crossley (2) from 1988-1994
Markus Stenz from 1994-1998
Oliver Knussen from 1998-2002
Gillian Moore from 1998-2006