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Folkestone Symphony Orchestra's Spring Concert on March 7th 2026 opened with the first performance of Overture: Tyrolean Pictures by Michael Lewis. The orchestra coped expertly with the variety of three beat phrases. Particularly impressive were the horns as they took on the role of Alpine horns. Here was a piece that managed to evoke a 21st century sound from traditional music. (David Pestell)
The choice of Schumann Cello Concerto was perfect for this programme. Thanks to the authoritative leading of Floriane Peycelon, the balance between soloist and orchestra was never compromised. Playing without music, soloist, Lydia Shelley gave an engrossing performance, her impressive technique melded organically to the emotional range of this piece. (David Pestell)
Completing the evening of powerful music was Tchaikovsky's 6th Symphony, a piece known for being a major challenge even for professional orchestras. Thankfully, in Rupert Bond this orchestra has a conductor hugely capable of inspiring the tenderness and contrasts required. Folkestone really does have an orchestra equal to the professionals. The enthusiastic applause was a fitting tribute to a musical director and orchestra which gives such pleasure to its players and supporters. (David Pestell)
Please see "Forthcoming Concerts" for a list of our planned concerts for the remainder of the 2025-26 Season and also what is scheduled for the 2026-27 Season.
Summer Concert - Saturday, 13th June 2026 at 7.30pm, Holy Trinity Church, Folkestone   FOLKESTONE SYMPHONY’s next concert on Saturday 13th June, will feature the return of the popular pianist Amit Yahav, who will be performing Beethoven’s wonderful Emperor Concerto. The programme will commence with Mendelssohn’s ‘Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage’ Overture and conclude with Vaughan Williams’ Symphony No.5. We gratefully acknowledge the support received from the Vaughan Williams Foundation which has enabled us to perform this marvellous work of his on this occasion. |
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Folkestone Symphony Open Workshop, Saturday 9th May 2026, 10.30am-12 Noon, Folkestone Baptist Church As part of the Folkestone Town 'Music in May' Festival, Folkestone Symphony are hosting an open workshop for instrumentalists to come and have the experience of what it is like to play in a Symphony Orchestra. So, please write into office@folkestonesymphony.org if you wish to register for this event which will be held at Folkestone Baptist Church (CT19 6LY) on Saturday 9th May starting at 10.30 am. The two pieces to be worked upon at this workshop are Finlandia by Sibelius and Steppes of Central Asia by Borodin. All we ask is that instrumentalists register in the first instance, come along on the day and play. The event is free of charge but it would be very much appreciated if those who play would be kind enough to give a donation at the end of the workshop to help us cover our costs.  |
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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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