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About City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra is the flagship of musical life in Birmingham and the West Midlands – and one of the world’s great orchestras. With a far-reaching community programme and a family of choruses and youth ensembles, it’s involved in every aspect of music-making in the Midlands. At its centre is a team of 75 superb professional musicians, and a 100-year tradition of making the world’s greatest music, in the heart of Birmingham.

Parking/Public Transport

CBSO Centre is a short tram ride away from Birmingham New Street, and close to Birmingham Central Library. If you are travelling to CBSO Centre by car, the nearest available parking is at Q-Park Brindley Place.

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Opening Times

Monday: 08:00-18:00

Tuesday: 08:00-18:00

Wednesday: 08:00-18:00

Thursday: 08:00-18:00

Friday: 08:00-18:00

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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CBSO Centre, Berkley St, Birmingham B1 2LF, UK
birmingham
West Midlands
B1 2LF
England

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