Schools concert Leicester: Orchestra Unwrapped

Step into the heart of classical music with **Schools concert Leicester: Orchestra Unwrapped**, a vibrant celebration of the Philharmonia Orchestra’s 80th birthday. This special concert, designed especially for Key Stage 2 pupils and welcoming all children—including those attending SEND schools and those home‑educated—takes you on a thrilling musical journey back to 1945, when Walter Legge founded the ensemble and set it on a path of brilliance that continues to this day. Experience a carefully curated program that intertwines timeless masterpieces with contemporary flair: the dazzling *Overture, Don Giovanni* by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the heroic first movement of Ludwig Beethoven’s *Symphony No. 5*, the fiery finale of Igor Stravinsky’s *The Firebird Suite* (1919), and Elgar’s evocative *Enigma Variations* (Theme, IV, XI, VII). The program also presents a lively selection of modern compositions, featuring Gabriela Ortiz’s “Papalotes,” Laura Shigihara’s “Grasswalk from Plants vs. Zombies,” Alan Silvestri’s soaring theme from *The Avengers*, and the passionate *Carmen Suite (Les Toreadors)* by Georges Bizet. The event is crafted to be engaging, educational, and inclusive. Tailored materials and activities are available to enrich every child’s experience, ensuring that every audience member is part of the orchestra’s storied legacy. Explore more details and secure your spot—details and tickets are available here.