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Folkestone Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Rupert Bond, was in fine form for its Autumn Concert on 15th November 2025 in an attractive programme of works by Russian, Spanish and Bohemian composers. The church was full, confirming the popularity of this highly talented local orchestra and its enthusiastic playing under the admirable leadership of Floriane Peycelon. (Brinley and Janet Hughes)
Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez was beautifully performed by award-winning classical guitarist, Emre Gokalp, whose elegant and agile technique splendidly captured the Spanish essence of this charming work. As well as Emre Gokalp's obvious virtuosity, the delightful intimacy of his guitar playing drew the audience in, and his fantastic range of sound, his ornamentation and wonderful use of rubato were an unforgettable treat. (Brinley and Janet Hughes)
Rewarded by concluding well-deserved, rousing applause, this was another highly enjoyable concert by Folkestone Symphony's talented musicians who bring considerable pride to the local musical community. (Brinley and Janet Hughes)
Please see "Forthcoming Concerts" for a list of our planned concerts for the remainder of the 2025-26 Season and also what we have scheduled for the 2026-27 Season.
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Online Tickets now available for Spring Concert - 7th March 2026, Holy Trinity Church, Folkestone at 7.30 pm Folkestone Symphony's first concert of 2026 will be on 7th March 2026 at Holy Trinity Church, Sandgate Road, Folkestone CT20 2HQ. The programme includes Schumann's Cello Concerto featuring Lydia Shelley as the soloist. To start the evening we shall perform a work composed by one of our Vice Presidents, Michael Lewis, entitled 'Overture: Tyrolean Pictures', written especially for us and this will be its First Performance. We shall finish with Tchaikovsky's 6th Symphony, the last one that he wrote. We welcome our followers to join us for this wonderful evening of music. Tickets can be bought online here. To purchase tickets, the user will need to have a PayPal account and press the yellow 'PayPal' button on the checkout screen. The website will automatically send you a receipt for the number and type of tickets purchased. We look forward to seeing you. |
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Listen to the Recording of the First Performance of Quercus The first performance of Quercus took place at our Christmas Concert on Saturday, 13th December 2025. Quercus was composed by our conductor, Rupert Bond and was narrated by our President, Jan Leeming who is a retired TV Presenter. Audio file
Copyright, 2025 Rupert Bond
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Calling French Horn and Trombone Players We are looking for and would welcome any prospective new brass players but we need French Horn and Trombone players in particular. If you are interested in joining us please write in to office@folkestonesymphony.org with details of your playing experience. Rehearsals take place on Monday evenings from 7.30 - 9.30 pm. |
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