The Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra is delighted to announce its 79th Annual Concert Season! We are thrilled to present an exciting and diverse lineup of performances for the 2024-25 season. Here’s what we have in store:
Concert 1: Clara, Gustav, and the Chevalier
Venue: Victoria Hall, Sheffield, S1 2JB
Conductor: George Morton
Soprano: Ella Taylor
Join us for a night of exquisite music featuring the works of Clara Schumann, Gustav Mahler, and Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The highlights of this concert will be a world premier arrangement of Clara Schuman’s 6 Lieder Op. 13, showcasing the incredible voice of Ella Taylor, who will return to the stage for the second half of the concert as the Mahler 4 Angel.
Concert 2: Christmas with the Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra
Venue: Victoria Hall, Sheffield, S1 2JB
Guest Conductor: Helen Harrison
We’ll be getting into the festive spirit with our annual family Christmas concert. This heartwarming event is perfect for all ages and features a variety of seasonal favourites. This year we will be joined by Guest Conductor, Helen Harrison.
Concert 3: Classical Weekend 2025
Venue: TBC
Conductor: George Morton
2025 marks a significant milestone as we celebrate our 80th Anniversary. We have lots of exciting special performances planned and this concert promises to be one of the highlights of our season!
Stay tuned for more details about this special performance as part of the Classical Sheffield Festival.
Concert 4: From Acorn to Oak
Venue: Victoria Hall, Sheffield, S1 2JB
Conductor: George Morton
Soprano: Matilda Lloyd
Celebrate 80 years of musical excellence with the Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra. This concert features a captivating programme that honors our rich musical heritage and showcases exceptional talent.
Programme:
Daniel Whibley - Birthday Fanfare (Played by the SPO Brass Section)
William Sterndale Bennett - Die Waldnymphe, Op. 20 (Celebrating a Sheffield composer)
Oskar Böhme - Trumpet Concerto, Op. 18 (Featuring soloist Matilda Lloyd)
Amy Beach - Symphony in E Minor, Op. 32 "Gaelic" (The first symphony composed and published by an American woman)
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We are proud to present newly commissioned works and arrangements this season, including Daniel Whibley's Birthday Fanfare and George Morton's orchestration of Clara Schumann's 6 Lieder Op. 13. Concerts will feature the exceptional talents of top class soloists soprano Ella Taylor and trumpeter Matilda Lloyd.
The Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO) has been a pillar of the musical community since its founding in 1945 by Herman Lindars. Originally known as the 'Sheffield Amateur Symphony Orchestra,' the SPO has a rich history of fostering local talent and providing high-quality musical performances. Our commitment remains steadfast: to perform a broad repertoire of music and host engaging concerts that delight both regular attendees and the local community.
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Join us for an unforgettable season of music, celebration, and community!