Bristol Ensemble performs a specially-commissioned orchestral version of Pink Floyd's iconic album, marking its 50th anniversary year

Fedora Umberto Giordano Opera in 3 acts Libretto by Arturo Colautti, based on the play by Victorien Sardou First performed at Teatro Lirico, Milan, 17 November 1898 Director John Wilkie Conductor Oliver Gooch With the If Opera Ensemble and resident orchestra Bristol Ensemble Sung in Italian with English surtitles Belcombe Court, Bradford on Avon In […]

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Will Todd Libretto by Maggie Gottlieb Original commission by Opera Holland Park, based on designs by Leslie Travers Director Lysanne van Overbeek Conductor Mark Austin With the If Opera Ensemble and resident orchestra Bristol Ensemble Sung in English Belcombe Court, Bradford on Avon Running time approx. 1 hour “Beg, borrow or […]

Iolanta Pyotr Tchaikovsky Libretto by Modest Tchaikovsky Based on the play Kong Renés Datter by Henrik Hertz First performed 18th December 1892 at Mariinsky Theatre, St Petersburg Directed by Lysanne Van Overbeek Conductor Paul Wingfield With the If Opera Ensemble and resident orchestra Bristol Ensemble Sung in Russian with English surtitles Wiltshire Music Centre, Bradford […]

A performance of Schubert's String Quintet in C, considered by many to be amongst the world's greatest chamber music

Step into the hidden gem of the 1904 Arts Club, Clifton, and experience a beautiful evening of classical music surrounded by stunning candlelight in one of the most unique, quirky spaces in Bristol

Sit back and contemplate our Blue Planet whilst being immersed in wonderful music inspired by planet Earth.

Live classical music for you and your little one to enjoy together, performed by Bristol Ensemble's Simon Kodurand and Helen Reid.

Book now Vivaldi Four Seasons Albinoni Oboe Concerto Telemann Viola Concerto Pachelbel Canon Bach Air on the G String Somerset International Festival 2023 launches with an evening of some of the finest Baroque masterpieces, including Vivaldi’s ever popular Four Seasons with soloist and festival director Liv-Marie Kodurand. The programme also features Pachelbel's Canon, and music […]

Book now Join our award-winning Preludes education team for a fantastic session of music showcasing the string section of the orchestra – that’s violin, viola, and cello! This is a wonderful chance for young children to learn about the string instruments of the orchestra, hear pieces composed for strings and try out instruments at the […]

A programme of Baroque favourites opens the 2023/24 Henleaze Concert Society season, with music by Bach, Handel and Vivaldi

Book now Join The Bristol Ensemble for an unmissable evening celebrating music from the great movie soundtracks, including Dr Zhivago, Love Story, The Godfather, Ladies in Lavender and many more.

Book now Piazzolla The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires Piazzolla Oblivion Piazzolla Ave Maria Piazzolla Adios Nonino Troilo La Trampera Cobián / Cadícamo Nostalgias Gardel / Le Pera Volver The Somerset International Festival of the Arts finale concert pays homage to the extraordinary Argentinian composer and bandoneon player, Astor Piazzolla.  Musicians from the Bristol Ensemble join forces with […]

Viv McLean joins the Bristol Ensemble to perform Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F as part of a programme of American music

Bristol Ensemble and the Fitzhardinge Consort join forces to perform Mozart's Requiem at Bristol Cathedral

Viv McLean joins the Bristol Ensemble to perform Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F as part of a programme of American music

Bristol Ensemble performs Beethoven’s Septet in E flat major, full of youthful charm, elegance and grace

The Bristol Ensemble is joined by virtuoso pianist Viv McLean to perform Beethoven's mighty 'Emperor' Piano Concerto No.5, together with the iconic Fifth Symphony

The Bristol Ensemble is joined by virtuoso pianist Viv McLean to perform Beethoven's mighty 'Emperor' Piano Concerto No.5, together with the iconic Fifth Symphony

Join Presenter Laura Tanner and our fantastic MiniBeats string players for an interactive introduction to this family of instruments