Get ready for an evening that bursts with energy and invention. Up to twenty brilliant disabled and non-disabled young musicians from the National Open Youth Orchestra (NOYO) join guest players from BBC NOW in a concert that redefines what a modern orchestra can be.
Expect a dazzling mix of instruments, from strings and brass to accordion, harp and electronic sounds, creating a soundworld that’s bold and fresh. Don’t miss their vivid performance of selections from Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, and their joyful take on Florence Price’s Juba Dance, complete with swanee whistle! Michael Betteridge’s electrifying Soaring Through Sparks stars soloist Alessandro Vazzana, who plays the Clarion electronic instrument using head movement.
This will be a concert full of heart, with NOYO performing Oliver Cross’s Barriers, a moving tribute to disabled musicians. Under the theme #ThisIsOurOrchestra, everyone has a part to play, on stage and in the audience, as musicians unveil a new co-commission by Charlotte Harding, created in partnership with the BBC.
This relaxed performance is suitable for all, including neurodivergent and disabled audiences, and families.
Programme:
The Four Seasons (Spring) - Vivaldi (arr. Rhian Davies)
The Four Seasons (Autumn) - Vivaldi (arr. Ellen O'Brien)
The Four Seasons (Winter) - Vivaldi (arr. Ellen O'Brien)
Juba Dance - Florence Price (arr. Rhian Davies)
Barriers - Oliver Cross (arr. Liam Taylor-West)
Soaring Through Sparks - Michael Betteridge (arr. Julia Koelmans)
Guests:
Alice Farnham - Conductor
Alessandro Vazzana - Clarion (Quha Zono headmouse)
13 BBC National Orchestra of Wales musicians
Start time: 3pm
Running time: Approximately 1 hour without an interval
Access information:
This relaxed performance is designed to welcome neurodivergent and disabled audiences, families, and anyone who may benefit from a more informal atmosphere.
We maintain a flexible approach to noise, and audience members are free to come and go from the concert hall as needed. If you are attending with young children, we kindly ask that you help minimise excessive noise to avoid distracting the orchestra. There will be a quiet space outside the concert hall, for anyone needing quiet time before or during the performance.
There will be a relaxed seating area with bean bags in the concert hall. This is not ticketed, but you can move to it on the day.
BSL interpreter
This concert will be BSL interpreted, with the interpreter positioned on the right side of the stage.
Further access information
For information on accessible seating and facilities, please visit the Hoddinott Hall Access Page.
Ticket price:
Standard: £10
Under 26s, Unwaged and Disabled £6
Hynt access scheme apply, more information here
To book tickets for wheelchair users with wheelchairs measuring over 90cm wide and 80cm long, please call the ticket office on 029 2063 6464. Unfortunately, it is not possible to book these spaces online
All offers subject to selected seats, allocations and availability.
