About Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Society

The RMP was founded in 1853, by a group of civic leaders and music lovers who wished to bring musical culture of a high standard to the early colony of Victoria, and since that time has presented performances for many historic occasions and important events in the history of Melbourne. Throughout its long existence, the RMP has consistently presented performances of major choral and orchestral works to great acclaim, often as Australian or Melbourne premieres. Performances include Handel's Messiah, Carols in the Cathedral and Beethoven: 1808. The Orchestra has also toured China multiple times.