CONCERTS HAVE 'WOW' FACTOR SAY AUDIENCES
A resounding 'Wow!'
That's the unanimous response of audiences around the country who have enjoyed the first leg of the prestigious Royal Air Force in Concert tour.
But with eight shows still to go, there remains a chance to experience for yourself a fantastic evening's entertainment courtesy of the RAF's premier musicians.
The concerts, staged in support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust, feature musicians from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force who perform a mix of light classics, jazz, big band music and songs from the shows.
Playing alongside them are the legendary RAF Squadronaires, one of the UK's top big bands; plus the Salon Orchestra, six musicians who bring a stringed element to the evening.
Five concerts have already been performed, including a sell-out show at the Cadogan Hall in London, compered by BBC Radio 2 presenter Sarah Kennedy.
The second leg of the tour will see the musicians stopping at:
- November 18 - Colston Hall, Bristol - Compere: Ian Lavender
Book tickets online or call 0117 922 3686 - November 19 - Royal Centre, Nottingham - Compere: Ian Lavender
Book tickets online or call 0115 989 5555 - November 22 - Theatre Royal, Norwich - Compere: Alan Dedicoat - SELLING FAST!
Book tickets online or call 01603 630 000 - November 28 - Lighthouse, Poole - Compere: Ian Lavender
Book tickets online or call 08700 668 701 - November 29 - The Anvil, Basingstoke - Compere: Alan Dedicoat- SELLING FAST!
Book tickets online or call 01256 844244 - December 2 - The Regent, Ipswich - Compere: Ian Lavender
Book tickets online or call 01473 433 100 - December 3 - Cliffs Pavilion, Southend - Compere: Alan Dedicoat
Book tickets online or call 01702 351135 - December 9 - Congress Theatre, Eastbourne - Compere: Ian Lavender
Book tickets online or call 01323 412000
People considering buying tickets for the remaining dates on the Royal Air Force in Concert tour should hurry as some of the venues are almost sold out. Performance starts at 7.30pm and tickets are available at £13.50, £16.50 and £19.50
To find out what you're missing, here is some of the feedback from audiences so far:
"Absolutely first class, we enjoyed every minute, it all ended too soon."
Mrs JP – Harrogate, S Yorks
"This concert was a perfect evening's entertainment. A very good selection of music, which I must say was performed by high class musicians. Please do not ever cease to do these tours. Many, many thanks."
Mr NB – Sale, Cheshire
"Thoroughly enjoyable experience and an opportunity to raise money at the same time towards Forces' charitable causes. The variation of programme was superb and the whole performance was uplifting."
Mr OM – Stockport, Cheshire
"A first class evening's entertainment – 1st time to see this but it won't be the last. Music, singing and banter first class. Enjoyed flag-waving and community singing even though I'm in my 80s. well done to all."
Mrs MS – Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne
"A wonderful evening of entertainment from first class musicians and vocalists under the guidance of an excellent musical director and introduced by a top class compere."
Mr BB – Swinton, Manchester
"Particularly enjoyed xylophone solo, William Tell Overture and Flight of the Bumble Bee. Also the voice of Flt Lt Matthew Little singing Stars from "Les Mis" was sensational (hairs on the back of my neck stood up). Thank you for an excellent evening."
Mrs MA – Rickleton, Washington
"A truly excellent evening – very good choice of music, well orchestrated and played by superb musicians. This concert certainly raised the standard – which was already high. Long may it continue."
Mr RB – Cheadle Hulme, Cheshire
"An excellent concert – very varied, good choice of music. Talented musicians, excellent singers, good compere. Big band sound good. Dance Macabre brilliant – good string players. Musicians all looked as though they were enjoying themselves ! Looking forward to 2010 concert."
Mrs DG – Consett, Co. Durham
"I have spent many a night in Symphony Hall, but this was one of the best. What a superb concert. A lovely balance of music – something for everyone to enjoy. Only wish it could have gone on longer! Also – what a pleasure it was to see all concerned so immaculately smart. Will be back next year!"
Mrs JM – Pelsall, Walsall
"A wonderful display of brilliantly-executed musicianship. Something for everyone in our group aged between 30 & 90. I look forward to next year's concert."
Mrs VR – Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
"A stunning, vibrant performance. Have never been a fan of Vivaldi's Four Seasons but played by these guys it was wonderful! Rushed in the interval to buy the CD! A truly uplifting experience and guys, don't ever stop playing. You lift our hearts in a sometimes very sad world."
Miss GW – Streatham, London
"WOW! We had a wonderful evening. Everything was fabulous – the right mix of old and new music and classical and popular music. Fabulous singing and such talented musicians. The conductor was ace! We can't wait until the next one!"
Miss PS – Crawcroft, Tyne and Wear
"A first class performance, full of nostalgia, "an evening to remember". "It's a must see"!!"
Mr SH – Stanwell, Middlesex
"It was marvellous and so good to have Flt Lt Matthew Little back, he was badly missed. I took two people who had not attended before and they will become "regulars" I'm sure. Thank you, thank you."
Mrs JB – Driffield, S. Yorks.
