Season 2017/18 is here.
Let’s Play!
The Ulster Orchestra is ready to play and its exciting new Season of concerts is on sale now! This season sees the core subscription series increase to 16 concerts, a series of Pops concerts in Belfast Waterfront and the introduction of a brand new Festive mini-series, along with the return of the 9-concert JTI Lunchtime Series – and that’s just in Belfast. As well as this the Orchestra will be performing ‘On Your Doorstep’ in communities throughout the region, all year long. There’s something for everyone!
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All the latest news and announcements from your Orchestra.
Ulster Orchestra Announces Relaxed Performances
We are very excited to announce that the Ulster Orchestra will perform 3 Relaxed Performances in June 2018, supported by the Paul Hamlyn Fund. Tickets are free but must be booked in advance as spaces are limited. Once you have booked we will send out more information on the venue and what to expect at each performance. Friday 8th June, 1 – 2pm: Relaxed Performance for children with additional needs (aged 7 – 18) Children must be accompanied by a parent/ carer/ teacher Friday 8th June, 5 – 6.15pm: Relaxed Performance for adults with additional needs (18+) Saturday 9th [...]
Ulster Orchestra feature on BBC Radio 3 Afternoon Concerts
The 19 - 23 March sees the Ulster Orchestra chosen as the featured orchestra for BBC Radio 3's Afternoon Concert series. Recent performances with soloists such as Simon Trpčeski, Johannes Moser, Alisa Weilerstein and Pacho Flores will be amongst the work broadcast. Be sure to tune in each day at 2pm for your daily dose of your Ulster Orchestra! The full list of performances are as follows: Monday 19 March Grieg - Suite: Peer Gynt [...]
Ulster Orchestra Beat the Weather to Perform in Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw
The 'Beast from the East' was no match for the Ulster Orchestra, who traveled to Amsterdam for a concert in the Concertgebouw, one of the world's finest concert halls, on Sunday 4 March. The Orchestra were led by Music Director Rafael Payare and performed a progamme comprised of Shostakovich Symphony No.1 and Elgar's Cello Concerto, which featured guest soloist Alisa Weilerstein. The Orchestra's performance was incredibly successful, receiving a richly-deserved standing ovation. If you would like to listen to the performance, it was broadcast on Dutch radio and can be accessed by clicking here.