Emmet Byrne

Rachael Pankhurst

Nikolaj Henriques

Oliver Janes

Mark Phillips

Jeremy Bushell

Mark O’Brien

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Join us for an enchanting afternoon of music at the "Centre Stage: Woodwind Ensemble" event, presented by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. This informal concert is set to take place on Thursday, 18th April 2024, at 12:00pm, at the CBSO Centre, offering a unique opportunity to discover one of Birmingham’s best-kept musical secrets.

The programme for this special event features a delightful selection of compositions, including Gounod's "Petit Symphony" and Carl Reinecke's "Wind Octet in B flat Major, Op. 216". These pieces will be brought to life by the talented ensemble, consisting of Emmet Byrne and Rachael Pankhurst on oboe, Nikolaj Henriques and Margaret Cookhorn on bassoon, Mark Phillips and Jeremy Bushell on French horn, and Oliver Janes and Mark O’Brien on clarinet.

This concert promises an intimate experience, lasting less than an hour, making it the perfect midday musical escape. Tickets are priced at £10, with reduced rates available for students, under-18s, and benefit recipients. Please note that this concert is not part of the multi-buy discount scheme.

Before the performance, attendees will have the opportunity to indulge in a selection of delicious cakes and hot drinks available for purchase up to an hour before the performance begins.

Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the exquisite sounds of the woodwind ensemble and experience the magic of live music. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable afternoon at the CBSO Centre.

Centre Stage: Woodwind Ensemble

CBSO Centre

Octet

Petite Symphonie