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SUMMARY:Tapestry - A Free Afternoon Recital
DESCRIPTION:Saxophonist Samuel Beddard and pianist Jo Foote weave together folk stories through a rich programme of music from across the globe\, exploring a variety of cultural voices. Every concert is unique\, taking audiences on a one-of-a-kind historical globe-trotting adventure through music. \nHailed as a “tour de force of saxophone playing” and praised for “tone like that of a songbird”\, British saxophonist Samuel Beddard is a versatile and knowledgeable performer\, arranger\, and educator. \nFollowing his soloistic debut at Leicester’s De Montfort Hall in 2024\, Samuel went on to curate Saxophony\, celebrating the musicians of his formative years in an acclaimed one-off concert. Samuel’s debut recital project\, What Shapes A Soul?\, is currently touring across the UK at over twenty venues throughout 2025 and 2026 alongside pianist Jo Foote\, culminating in a debut album recording at the famed Hammerwood Park. \nSamuel has premiered works by composers Steve Marshall\, Steven Banks\, Alastair Penman\, Mick Foster\, André Faria Serra and Lucy Holmes\, and in collaboration with choreographers from the London Contemporary Dance School at The Place Theatre. \nSamuel was appointed Director of Music of Christ Church\, Waltham Cross in 2025\, and has since founded their monthly lunchtime concert series\, bimonthly evening concerts\, and their summer music festival. \nHe holds the position of Chairman of the Broxbourne Arts Forum\, overseeing the borough’s arts programme. Samuel also has a residency at St Augustine’s Church\, Broxbourne\, co-directing their Respite services and founding their organ scholarship scheme. \nAs an arranger\, Samuel has written for international soloist Jess Gillam\, conductor John Harle\, the Guildhall Saxophone Ensemble\, Trinity Laban Saxophone Choir\, Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra\, Benslow Saxophone Course\, the Bauhaus Band\, and the Leicestershire Schools Music. He also works as an arranger for Jenni Watson. \nSamuel has performed with ensembles including the Guildhall Saxophone Orchestra\, the Bauhaus Band\, Street Orchestra Live\, the Royal Marine Band Service\, and the RAF Squadronaires. \nHe is a passionate educator\, working for Junior Guildhall and the Leicestershire Schools Music Service. \n  \nJo Foote was born in Lancashire\, and studied piano\, recorders and flute from the age of 6. She went on to study music at Manchester University\, specialising in piano performance and accompanying. \nAfter moving to Rugby 19 years ago\, Jo has been involved with many aspects of the local music scene\, including repetiteur work with operatic and choral societies\, directing music for local theatre productions\, and working with young people through the local music service\, schools and St Andrew’s Parish Church. \nShe performs and accompanies regularly in the local area\, and is currently chair of the long-standing Rugby Musical Union. Jo also sings alto in Sine Nomine Choir\, and is the founder of Rugbylele\, Rugby’s premier ukulele band. \nShe has a busy freelance piano teaching practice and is a lecturer in performing arts at Warwickshire College. \nsamuelbeddard.co.uk
URL:https://www.selbyabbey.org.uk/event/tapestry-a-free-afternoon-recital/
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SUMMARY:Early show
DESCRIPTION:An Orchestral Tribute To John Williams vs Hans Zimmer\nPresented by The Great British Film Orchestra \nExperience a breathtaking celebration of John Williams\, Hans Zimmer and the greatest film scores ever written\, brought to life by a chamber orchestra. \nStep into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. This year\, The Great British Film Orchestra proudly embarks on a spectacular UK-wide tour\, presenting The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer – an orchestral duel between two titans whose scores have defined generations of storytelling. \nFor over half a century\, John Williams has shaped the sound of wonder itself. His unforgettable themes for Star Wars\, Indiana Jones\, Superman\, Jurassic Park and more have become modern mythology – fanfares that summon heroes\, awaken galaxies and stir the imagination of millions. His music is symphonic grandeur at its purest\, rooted in classical tradition yet alive with adventure\, heart and timeless magic. \nOpposing him stands Hans Zimmer\, the architect of bold\, thunderous\, revolutionary sound. With groundbreaking scores for The Dark Knight\, Gladiator\, The Lion King and beyond\, Zimmer reinvented the very language of film music. His fusion of orchestra\, electronics\, and relentless rhythm forged a new cinematic era – powerful\, primal\, unmistakably modern. \nBringing these monumental worlds to the stage is The Great British Film Orchestra\, one of the UK’s premier symphonic ensembles devoted to the art of film music. Renowned for their rich\, commanding sound and vivid performances\, this chamber orchestra transforms every concert into a widescreen experience – transporting audiences from ancient coliseums and distant galaxies to enchanted kingdoms and shadowed cityscapes. \nThis extraordinary touring production is more than a concert – it is a celebration of two musical legends whose work has shaped the emotional core of cinema itself. Expect soaring strings\, heroic brass\, electrifying percussion and moments of pure\, breathtaking spectacle as Williams’ iconic themes meet Zimmer’s thunderous power in a night of symphonic glory. \nJohn Williams. Hans Zimmer. One orchestra. Infinite adventure. \nDisclaimer  \nThis orchestral performance includes bright flashing and Portman lighting effects\, rapid light changes and loud passages\, which may be unsuitable for those with photosensitive epilepsy or sensory sensitivities. Viewer discretion is advised\, and ear protection is recommended for anyone sensitive to loud sounds. Please speak to a member of staff before the performance if you have any concerns.  \nMusical and film titles are used for programme-description purposes only. Xperience Live and The Great British Film Orchestra are not affiliated with or endorsed by Hans Zimmer\, John Williams or the relevant rights holders. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. \nTickets are now on sale by clicking on this link – https://boxoffice.xperiencelive.co.uk/events/xperiencelive/2372690 \n  \nThere will be a licensed bar at this event – payment can be made by cash or card
URL:https://www.selbyabbey.org.uk/event/early-show-2/
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SUMMARY:Later show
DESCRIPTION:An Orchestral Tribute To John Williams vs Hans Zimmer\nPresented by The Great British Film Orchestra \nExperience a breathtaking celebration of John Williams\, Hans Zimmer and the greatest film scores ever written\, brought to life by a chamber orchestra. \nStep into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. This year\, The Great British Film Orchestra proudly embarks on a spectacular UK-wide tour\, presenting The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer – an orchestral duel between two titans whose scores have defined generations of storytelling. \nFor over half a century\, John Williams has shaped the sound of wonder itself. His unforgettable themes for Star Wars\, Indiana Jones\, Superman\, Jurassic Park and more have become modern mythology – fanfares that summon heroes\, awaken galaxies and stir the imagination of millions. His music is symphonic grandeur at its purest\, rooted in classical tradition yet alive with adventure\, heart and timeless magic. \nOpposing him stands Hans Zimmer\, the architect of bold\, thunderous\, revolutionary sound. With groundbreaking scores for The Dark Knight\, Gladiator\, The Lion King and beyond\, Zimmer reinvented the very language of film music. His fusion of orchestra\, electronics\, and relentless rhythm forged a new cinematic era – powerful\, primal\, unmistakably modern. \nBringing these monumental worlds to the stage is The Great British Film Orchestra\, one of the UK’s premier symphonic ensembles devoted to the art of film music. Renowned for their rich\, commanding sound and vivid performances\, this chamber orchestra transforms every concert into a widescreen experience – transporting audiences from ancient coliseums and distant galaxies to enchanted kingdoms and shadowed cityscapes. \nThis extraordinary touring production is more than a concert – it is a celebration of two musical legends whose work has shaped the emotional core of cinema itself. Expect soaring strings\, heroic brass\, electrifying percussion and moments of pure\, breathtaking spectacle as Williams’ iconic themes meet Zimmer’s thunderous power in a night of symphonic glory. \nJohn Williams. Hans Zimmer. One orchestra. Infinite adventure. \nDisclaimer  \nThis orchestral performance includes bright flashing and Portman lighting effects\, rapid light changes and loud passages\, which may be unsuitable for those with photosensitive epilepsy or sensory sensitivities. Viewer discretion is advised\, and ear protection is recommended for anyone sensitive to loud sounds. Please speak to a member of staff before the performance if you have any concerns.  \nMusical and film titles are used for programme-description purposes only. Xperience Live and The Great British Film Orchestra are not affiliated with or endorsed by Hans Zimmer\, John Williams or the relevant rights holders. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. \nTickets are now on sale by clicking on this link – https://boxoffice.xperiencelive.co.uk/events/xperiencelive/2372690 \n  \nThere will be a licensed bar at this event – payment can by made by cash or card
URL:https://www.selbyabbey.org.uk/event/later-show-2/
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