Symphonic Brass of London – Part of the Bradfield Festival of Music 2025

‘Music making with vibrancy, high energy, pure joy and fun’

Described as ‘living legends of the London Orchestral Brass scene’ the handpicked members of Symphonic Brass of London all have individual reputations for the quality of their playing. They perform as either soloist or as part of the ensemble with many of the top names in jazz, light and film music in live performances and in commercial studios. They have an international reputation for the excellence of their music making.

The concert draws upon music of over 300 years from classical and popular genres. Where arrangements have been necessary, these have been done by trombonist and composer Nick Lloyd who has been a freelance musician for over 30 years and was a key member of the Symphonic Brass of London until his death in December 2024. Performing classics from Handel to Lennon and McCartney they draw the last night of the Festival to a spectacular close.

Programme to include:
G F Handel: The Harmonious Blacksmith
J Haydn: Adagio in F major Op. 46 No. 7
Noël Coward: London Pride
L van Beethoven: Rondino in E♭ Major
E Smyth: March of the Woman
E Elgar: Salut d’amour
Ray Davies: Waterloo Sunset
Lennon / McCartney: Penny Lane
G Holst: 2 Hymns from Rig Veda from group 4 (arr. Nick Lloyd)
José Padilla [Sánchez]: La Violetera (arr. Nick Lloyd)
P McCartney / L McCartney: Live & Let Die (arr. Nick Lloyd)
M Arnold: Quintet No. 1 – Op. 73 Mvt iii – Con Brio
J Lennon / P McCartney: Norwegian Wood (arr. Nick Lloyd)
James Last: Happy Heart (arr. Nick Lloyd)

Further details about the concert programme and the Festival are on the Festival Website