Sheffield Chamber Orchestra Blog
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Monday, November 24th, 2025More well wishes from Richard HowarthJust before our 75th anniversary concert we were delighted to receive this message from our former Principal Conductor, Richard Howarth.
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Sunday, November 23rd, 202575th Anniversary Wishes from George KennawayAs we prepare for our 75th Anniversary concert, we were delighted to receive a warm message from our former Principal Conductor, George Kennaway.
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Thursday, November 20th, 2025“Where the Water Flows…” – A Season Opener to RememberOn Saturday 29 November 2025, join SCO in All Saints Church, Ecclesall for a special concert celebrating the themes of water, flowing motion and musical reflection — and marking the start of conductor Laurence Perkins’ second season as Artistic Director.
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Sunday, November 16th, 2025Remembering Roger Hayward: A Concert Dedicated to a Remarkable LifeWe dedicate our concert on 29th November 2025 to our friend and founding chairman, Roger Hayward, 7 December 1928 - 30 October 2025.
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Saturday, November 15th, 2025Sunset at Sea – A Conversation Between Composer and ConductorAhead of the premiere of Dominic McGonigal's "Sunset at Sea", Laurence sat down with the composer to discuss the inspiration, sound world and creative process behind the piece.
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Thursday, November 13th, 2025Ruth Gipps, child prodigyWe invited Dr. Victoria Rowe, custodian of the Ruth Gipps Archive, to provide us with a profile of the composer and the inspiration for her work, Seascape, which features in our concert on 29th November 2025.
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Sunday, November 9th, 2025William Sterndale Bennett – A Son of SheffieldWe asked Barry Sterndale Bennett to share with us some insights into the life of his great great grandfather whose work, “The Naiades” is featured in our concert on 29th November 2025.
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Friday, November 7th, 2025A Lifetime in Harmony: 75 Years of Music-MakingFor our concert celebrating the orchestra’s 75th anniversary we invited our longest serving member, former chair Mike Jackson, MBE, to share some of his memories.
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Monday, October 20th, 2025Launch of Patrons programmeSheffield Chamber Orchestra launches its new Patrons Programme, inviting supporters to help sustain live music in Sheffield. Enjoy exclusive benefits, priority access, and premium seats while supporting our musicians and concerts. Join today!
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Friday, October 3rd, 2025A New Season Begins: Where the water flows...Sheffield Chamber Orchestra is delighted to open its 2025–26 season on Saturday 29 November 2025, marking the start of another year of musical discovery and celebration.
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Thursday, October 2nd, 2025Turner Violins announced as 2025–26 Season Sponsor for Sheffield Chamber OrchestraSheffield Chamber Orchestra is delighted to announce Turner Violins, specialists in fine string instruments based in Beeston, Nottinghamshire, as a sponsor for its 2025–26 concert season.
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Friday, September 12th, 2025Our new ticket pricing explainedFor our 2025-26 season we have introduced changes to our ticket pricing including a new season ticket offer that gives savings of 25%
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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025Agincare Announced as Season Sponsor for Sheffield Chamber Orchestra 2025–26Sheffield Chamber Orchestra is proud to announce Agincare as its Season Sponsor for the 2025–26 concert season.
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Saturday, June 7th, 2025Announcing our 2025/26 seasonLaunching our new season ticket offer with savings of 25% for the 2025-26 concert series.
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Monday, April 7th, 2025Accent on Youth 2025 with Head of Sheffield Music Service Ian NaylorAccent on Youth 2025 featuring four young soloists from Sheffield Music Hub and Sheffield Music Academy.
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Sunday, February 9th, 2025Schumann's Piano Concerto with Tim HortonEnsemble 360's pianist and founding member Tim Horton discusses his forthcoming performance of the Schumann Piano Concerto with Sheffield Chamber Orchestra.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2024New Musical Era for Sheffield OrchestraInternational classical soloist Laurence Perkins has just been appointed as the Principal Conductor and Artistic Director of Sheffield Chamber Orchestra.
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Thursday, October 3rd, 2024Sheffield Chamber Orchestra Appoints Laurence Perkins as Artistic DirectorSheffield Chamber Orchestra is excited to announce the appointment of Laurence Perkins as its new Artistic Director.
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Friday, September 27th, 2024Our Winter 2024 concert: Sheffield Music MakersFor our Winter 2024 concert we have an eclectic mix of musical morsels which combine together to make a wonderfully appetising whole.
