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Local Firm RagBoxClothing helped BSO out with last minute concert T shirts....
Local firm RagBoxClothing based in Basingstoke heped out BSO at the last minute with some stunning 95th Anniversary T shirts for the orchestra. Turned around in lightening speed they looked wonderful in the sunshine on the day. Thank you Jodie and Neil!
Ann Henshaw
Oct 19


Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra celebrates 95th anniversary with 'magical' outdoor concert!
Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra has celebrated its 95th anniversary with one of its 'finest performances to date.' The Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra (BSO) marked the milestone with an open-air concert at The Vyne on Saturday, June 21. Set against Vyne House and its lake, the sold-out concert formed part of the Basingstoke Festival and drew a crowd of 800, including the mayor and council leader of Basingstoke and Deane. Chairman of the BSO, Ann Henshaw, said: "We were overwhel
Ann Henshaw
Oct 19


Lucy Scotchmer's captivating performance at Petersfield Festival
Cellist Lucy Scotchmer delivered an exceptional performance at the Petersfield Musical Festival on March 22, 2025. She captivated the...
Ann Henshaw
Mar 24


Powerful Performance of Dona Nobis Pacem Resonates at Petersfield Festival
Under the baton of renowned choral conductor Paul Spicer, the orchestra delivered a stirring performance of Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis...
Ann Henshaw
Mar 24


Jiaxin Lloyd Webber to perform in February with Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra
T he orchestra has revealed that the "brilliant and versatile" Jiaxin Lloyd Webber will perform Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto at The Anvil...
Ann Henshaw
Feb 3


Catch up with violinist Aki Blendis' pre-concert TV Interview?
Aki, a standout in the BBC Young Musician of the Year 2022 competition at just 14 years of age, recently made his debut with the...
Ann Henshaw
Nov 29, 2024


"They really might have to put up with me for another 10 years!" Oboist Clive Evans celebrates 60 years with BSO!
From a musical childhood in South Wales, surrounded by 78rpm records and a singing mother, to his iconic performances at The Anvil,...
Ann Henshaw
Nov 29, 2024


Elspeth Dutch described by The Times as "immaculate" is playing at The Anvil this Saturday.......
Please join us in welcoming our fantastic soloist, Elspeth Dutch, who is the Horn Section Leader for the City of Birmingham Symphony...
Ann Henshaw
Jun 17, 2024


Buddy, the amazing Autism Assistance Dog joins Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra
🎼❤️Our four legged friend Buddy who has been appearing on ITV's hit TV show "This Morning" has been attending rehearsals with violinist...
Ann Henshaw
Jun 17, 2024


'We're lucky to have such an accomplished group of musicians' (Basingstoke Gazette)
I was privileged to be in the audience at The Anvil on 24 February for the concert given by the Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra. How lucky...
Ann Henshaw
Mar 7, 2024


Ivana Gavrić captivates BSO audience at Romantic Treasures concert:
Click on the link below to hear Ivana Gavrić's encore from last night: Rachmaninov Prelude in G major, Op 32 No 5:...
Ann Henshaw
Feb 27, 2024


Ivana Gavrić to return to The Anvil to perform with Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra
Internationally acclaimed pianist Ivana Gavrić returns to The Anvil Basingstoke on February 24th 2024 to perform Rachmaninov's Rhapsody...
Ann Henshaw
Jan 7, 2024


Free Tickets given to young musicians and their families by Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra
https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/23900671.free-tickets-given-basingstoke-symphony-orchestra-concert/
Ann Henshaw
Nov 14, 2023


Get to know the man behind the piano
ICONIC CLASSICS CONCERT Saturday, 18th November 2023 | 7.30pm | The Anvil Basingstoke This week we introduce you to our internationally...
Ann Henshaw
Oct 25, 2023


BSO announces 2023/4 Concert Season
Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra have announced its forthcoming 2023/2024 season of solosits and concerts. Some firm favourites to enjoy...
Ann Henshaw
Jul 8, 2023


Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra's Sounds of Summer concert
What better way to spend a glorious summer evening that at the Sounds of Summer Concert. We cant wait to hear the renowned violinist...
Ann Henshaw
Jun 15, 2023


BSO supports Roger Tapping Viola Memorial Fund and raises £412.50 on the night
The orchestra raised £412 towards The Roger Tapping Viola Fund appeal at their concert on the 24th June 2023 in The Anvil. It is still...
Ann Henshaw
Jun 15, 2023


Memorable evening of Stamford, Grieg and Puccini at Petersfield Music Festival!
Paul Spicer and Stephen Scotchmer conducted the Festival Chorus and Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra in a programme of picturesque music...
Ann Henshaw
Mar 28, 2023


At Our rehearsal with Braimah Kanneh-Mason last week...
We cant wait to play at The Anvil, Basingstoke tomorrow with Braimah Kanneh Mason. SEE YOU THERE!
Ann Henshaw
Feb 24, 2023

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