Classics for a range of tastes in Harborough orchestra's new season

The first, Symphonic Cinema, features music by everyone from John Williams and Bernard Herrman to Joe Hisaishi and Shostakovich. Conducted by Stephen Bell, the concert takes place at Market Harborough Methodist Church on Saturday October 17, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are sold out, but anyone still keen to attend can email [email protected] to be placed on a waiting list for returns.

Orchestra chair Lois Clark said: "We are delighted that our first foray into the hugely popular world of film music has garnered such a great response, we know our audience will appreciate the wide range of music on offer.”

Two further concerts are planned for the 2026/27 season. On February 6, a programme called Call of the Wild features the ever-popular suite from Delibes' Sylvia, Harty's With the Wild Geese and Sibelius's Symphony No.5.

The season closes on June 26 with Continental Tour, a musical journey around Europe, with Nielsen's Helios Overture, Dvorak's Czech Suite, Arutiunian's Trumpet Concerto (with soloist Jake Humphrey), and Turina's Sinfonia Sevillana.

Founded in 2012, Market Harborough Orchestra is a vibrant community orchestra dedicated to bringing exceptional orchestral music to the heart of Market Harborough. Comprising of musicians from diverse backgrounds, the orchestra performs three concerts annually, showcasing a broad range of classical repertoire. Under the musical direction of Stephen Bell, the orchestra has become a cornerstone of the local arts scene.

Tickets for the February 27 and June 27 concerts are on sale now, costing £12, with free admission for accompanied children (a child ticket is required). Visit mhorchestra.com to book.