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Patience Agbabi (1983) elected to Honorary Fellowship at Pembroke College

We are delighted to announce that renowned poet and novelist Patience Agbabi (1983) has been elected to an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her distinguished writing career.

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Pembroke Behind the Scenes: Meet the staff who keep the College running

For our 400 Hours series, Lodge Porter Adam Berry undertakes a behind-the-scenes investigation at Pembroke. Hear from Lodge Porter Spencer Solomon, long-serving Scout Mrs Singh and Deputy Butler Jamie Tricker about life behind-the-scenes.

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Emma Lisney (BA Music, 2015) Reaches Oxfordshire Concerto Competition Final

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Pembroke Music undergraduate and violinist Emma Lisney has been selected for the final of the Oxfordshire Concerto Competition, which gives exceptional young talent from the county the opporunity to perform with the renowned Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra.

Emma, who is currently in her first year at Pembroke, will join Myrddin Rees Davies (horn) and David Mears (clarinet) at the final, where she will be playing Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 63.

The final will take place in the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford, on Thursday 10th March 2016 at 7.30pm.

Emma spoke to Pembroke about her anticipation ahead of her next performance: 'I am very happy to have got through to the final, and it's an amazing opportunity to play with such a fabulous orchestra.'

More information about the finalists and how to book tickets for the event, visit the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra's website.

Pembroke has a thriving music scene, with regular recitals open to College members and the public alike. Visit our events webpage for the latest information.