A forthcoming concert tour by the Royal Air Force bands will see Ilkeston born Coronation Street star William Roache take charge at Nottingham Royal Centre in October.
The concert marks the 90th anniversary of the Royal Air Force, provides a mix of light classics, jazz, big band and music from the shows to appeal to all ages. The musical journey, reflecting the Service's past, present and future, includes a triumph
ant finale, reminiscent of the Last Night of the Proms. Each performance starts at 7.30pm and tickets are available from each venue at £13.50, £16.50 and £19.50.
Each concert will feature one of the main bands of the service, augmented by the big-band sound of the Squadronaires plus the Salon Orchestra, a quintet of musicians who provide a stringed element to the programme.
Wing Commander Stuart Stirling will be conducting the programme, and musical highlights will include the swing classic String of Pearls; Ron Goodwin's theme from the film A Bridge Too Far; the coronation march, Crown Imperial, by Sir William Walton; and Hubert Parry's hymn Jerusalem, one of the traditional elements of the Last Night.
More information and full concert tour venue details are available on the website at
http://www.airtattoo.com/events/RAFInConcert/.
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