In June 2008, the BBC SO brought Proms Out + About back to London for a 10-hour music marathon across the capital. From Heathrow's Terminal 5 to Spitalfields Market, Londoners were treated to free recitals by players from the BBC SO.
The BBC SO was divided up into six ensembles: a string orchestra, a 'palm court' orchestra, a brass quintet, a viola quartet, a percussion duo and a string quartet, each sent to wildly different venues across the capital. The day's events culminated in performances at the British Museum and Habitats in Regent Street, and also featured a performance by the BBC SO Family Orchestra & Chorus.
BBC SO Palm Court Orchestra
Starting their day at Spitalfields Market, the BBC SO Palm Court orchestra, conducted by John Wilson, performed to an audience of over 300 in the undercover market.
BBC SO String Orchestra
From Covent Garden to Habitat, the BBC SO String Orchestra had a busy day performing to shoppers, tourists and passers by!
Smaller Ensembles
From Marks & Spencer's to Heathrow Terminal 5, the BBC SO's smaller ensembles raced across London to perform to the unsuspecting public!
Grand Finale at the British Museum
The Palm Court Orchestra, brass quintet, viola quartet and BBC SO Family Orchestra each gave performances at the British Museum to conclude the day's activities.
BBC SO Family Orchestra and Chorus
Members of the Brighton Youth Orchestra performed 'Side by Side' with the BBCSO on stage at the Brighton Dome
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