Mark your calendars forthe next Elstree Mozart Players “Gilbert & Sullivan “From Scratch” Concert on Saturday 8th February 2025, at All Saints Church, Shenley Road, Borehamwood.
The concert will commence at 7:30 pm, featuring a fantastic line-up of soloists including Elizabeth Venner, Janice Watson, Laurie Marks, David & Susan Smith, Louise Sherlock, Graham Bright, and Victoria Boss. This promises to be an evening filled with charm and melody.
Being a scratch concert, we warmly invite singers to join us. There will be an afternoon rehearsal on the day of the concert, providing a wonderful opportunity for you to take part in this joyous performance.
For further details or to register your interest as a performer, please contact Derek Holland at derek.holland3@btopenworld.com.
Tickets prices for the concert:
£20.00 for adults, £15.00 concessions
Advance tickets will be available for £12.00 from 2nd January 2025
The Elstree Mozart Players, established in 2018 by local music enthusiasts Derek Holland, Pat Strack, and Andrew Grady, have rapidly become a cornerstone of the town’s cultural scene.
Their passion for classical music and commitment to community engagement has made the orchestra a beloved institution in the area.
The concert will take place on Sunday, 29th September 2024, at 7:30 PM at Allum Hall & Manor, Elstree, offering an enchanting musical experience for residents and visitors alike.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and celebration as we continue to build on Elstree and Borehamwood’s proud tradition of cultural excellence.
This concert marks another milestone in their journey, promising an evening filled with the timeless beauty of classical music, being presented ‘In Partnership’ with The Rotary Club of the Studios of Elstree and Borehamwood.
Under the expert leadership of Lucy Cumming and the baton of Conductor Derek Holland, the evening will display a diverse and engaging program, including both beloved classics and exciting new works. The concert will feature:
Franz von Suppé’s “Morning, Noon and Night in Vienna Overture,” an exuberant and lively piece to open the evening.
Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto, with a soulful performance by Soloist Edwin Gatward.
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s “Marche Slave,” conducted by Guest Conductor Roland Marshall, a dramatic and powerful orchestral work.
Philip White’s “Aubade,” a world premiere commissioned by Derek Holland and the Elstree Mozart Players, displaying the contemporary talent of this esteemed composer.
Jules Massenet’s “Meditation from Thaïs,” featuring a moving solo by Lucy Cumming.
Oscar Böhme’s Trumpet Concerto, with a dynamic performance by Soloist Dylan Lehn.
This carefully curated selection of orchestral masterpieces promises to captivate the audience, highlighting the immense talent and versatility of the Elstree Mozart Players.
Tickets and Further Information:
Tickets for the concert are available from September 1st, 2024, and can be purchased online through the orchestra official ticket source website: www.ticketsource.co.uk/elstree-mozart-players, or via contacting the orchestra directly. Early booking is recommended to secure a seat for what promises to be a sold-out event.
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The Elstree Mozart Players, founded in 2018 by Derek Holland in collaboration with Pat Strack and Andrew Grady, aim to bring the richness of classical music to the communities of Elstree and Borehamwood.
Conducted by Derek Holland, the upcoming concert will showcase a diverse repertoire, including compositions by Peter Wilson, Leopold Mozart, Robert Bark, Leroy Anderson, Roderic Elmer, and Cécile Chaminade.
The evening will culminate with a performance of Mozart’s renowned “The Paris Symphony.”
Continuing their tradition, the orchestra will feature talented soloists from within its ranks. Alison Perry will dazzle the audience with her rendition of the Trumpet Concerto in D.
Lucy Cumming, the orchestra’s leader, along with Principal Oboist Barry Solomon, will captivate listeners with their performance of Bach’s Concerto for Oboe and Violin.
Emma Brown, the orchestra’s Principal Flautist, will enchant the audience with Chaminade’s Concertino for Flute and Orchestra.
This concert is a fundraising event for All Saints Church and is part of the Civic Festival organized by Elstree and Borehamwood Town Council.
Tickets for this enchanting concert can be obtained by emailing elstmozartplayers@outlook.com or by contacting Andrew Grady at 0208 953 7363 or Pat Strack at 0208 386 3151.
