A new season with some new faces at Wymondham Symphony Orchestra! Their next concert will take place on November 29, 2025, at 7pm in their usual home, Wymondham Abbey Church.
This autumn, they’ll be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the French composer Maurice Ravel (born in 1875). Despite initially receiving little acclaim from the musical elite of the Paris Conservatoire, by the 1920s and 30s, he was internationally renowned as France’s greatest living composer. A master of orchestration, often associated with the Impressionist movement, he is known for his precise and detailed classical forms.
To celebrate what would be his 150th birthday year, the orchestra’s Autumn concert will feature two of his most well-known works: Pavane pour une infante défunte, and his orchestration of Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition.
To accompany these two pieces, the program will also feature Die Fledermaus Overture by Johann Strauss II (arguably his most famous operetta) as well as the short, punchy Slavonic Dance no3 op 72 by Dvo?ák.
The orchestra is looking forward to the start of their 2025/2026 season, welcoming new Musical Director Theo Vinden to lead them through this exciting repertoire.
Tickets are available online or at the Wymondham Abbey shop. There will also be some availability on the door, but we encourage you to purchase tickets in advance to beat the queues. Prices are £15, Friends of the WSO £13 and under 18s are free.
Want to get involved? We’re a friendly group playing fantastic symphony repertoire with regular rehearsals at Central Hall in the heart of Wymondham. If you’re interested in joining the orchestra, we’d love to hear from you. In particular, we’re on the lookout for viola (grade 7 or above), double bass, trombones, and percussion players. More details about the orchestra and how to join can be found here.
