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Britten Sinfonia at Lunch - Dec 2008
Thu 4 Dec Town Hall
This opening concert in Britten Sinfonia’s acclaimed lunchtime series features works chosen by the eminent British composer Colin Matthews, including Mozart’s masterful Kegelstatt Trio. Matthews’ award-winning Elegiac Chaconne will be performed alongside a specially commissioned work from his chosen composer, Charlotte Bray.
*Polina Leschenko* piano *Janne Thomsen* flute *Joy Farrall* clarinet *Martin Outram* viola *Caroline Dearnley* cello
*Chopin* Polonaise Brilliante for piano and cello 8’ *Charlotte Bray* New Work 10’ (world première tour) *Colin Matthews* Elegiac Chaconne 7’ *Mozart* Kegelstatt Trio K 498 20’
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Midlands Hospitals' Choir Christmas Celebration
Tue 16 Dec Symphony Hall
Staff from hospitals in Birmingham and across the Midlands will be joining together to sing Christmas music and traditional carols for all the family. Led by Artistic Director David Lawrence and organist Julian Wilkins, the concert will feature a special performance by TENORS Un LIMITED and Gemini Brass and encourages full audience participation. The concert is in aid of CLIC Sargent and sponsored by Foresters. The Midland Hospitals’ Choir is currently in its 27th year, and has raised over £108,000 to date in support of CLIC Sargent, the UK’s leading children’s cancer charity.
*David Lawrence* conductor *Julian Wilkins* organ Special performances by Gemini Brass and Tenor Un Limited
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Boxing Day Classics
Fri 26 Dec Symphony Hall
Two giant keyboard masterpieces in one superb programme of rousing classics. _A complimentary glass of champagne for everyone_
Edward Warren _conductor_ Malcolm Hicks _organ_ Martin Cousin _piano_ London Concert Orchestra
*Rossini* William Tell Overture *Mascagni* Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana *Tchaikovsky* Piano Concerto No.1 *Wagner* Prelude Act III from Lohengrin *Strauss* Emperor Waltz *Saint-Saëns* Symphony No.3 ‘Organ Symphony’ Featuring the majestic *Symphony Hall Organ*
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Family Concert: All Aboard!
Sun 1 Feb 2009 Symphony Hall
Hop on board as we launch into gear and jet off around the world for an incredible musical journey on planes,trains, automobiles and much more besides. This funpacked afternoon will have you going round the bend and looping the loop, as we thrill and swerve with fast rides and whacky races, and sail on the ocean blue. Be transported by music including Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine, Villa-Lobos’ Little Train of the Caipira, Honegger’s Pacific 231 and more. Don’t miss the boat- buy your return ticket now, and join the CBSO as we go full steam ahead! FREE CREATIVE WORKSHOPS AND MUSIC in the foyers from 1.30pm. Why not come in fancy dress?
Andris Nelsons -conductor Michael Collie - presenter City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
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Schools Concert: New World Symphony 11.30am and 1.30pm
Fri 13 Feb 2009 Symphony Hall
Set sail for America with the CBSO, to hear the New World as the Czech Antonín Dvorˇák experienced it in 1893 - full of promise and new sounds. The slow movement of this most popular of symphonies is renowned for featuring on the Hovis advertisement, and today’s performances - devised especially for Key Stage 2 children (years 5 & 6) - make this a perfect introduction to the sights and sounds of symphony orchestra. “I might be able to play as good as you, if I keep practising.” Child at The Planets Schools Concert, February 2008 Special prices apply: £4 per ticket for children and teachers, and home-schooling* children and parents. To book please call Group Bookings on 0800 358 7070. For information on pre-concert support packages and other opportunities available for schools with the CBSO, please contact the CBSO’s Education Department by email (education@cbso.co.uk) or telephone (0121 616 6530). *proof of eligibility, eg registration with your Local Authority, will be required.
Michael Seal - conductor Tommy Pearson - presenter City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
