Wessex Strings

Saturday 2nd May at 1.30pm

Conductor: John Jenkins
Leader: Shoko Middleton

Three works by much-loved English Romantic composer Parry – his delightful folk-inspired An English Suite, John Ireland’s darker Concertino Pastorale and Elgar’s lush Serenade for Strings – his own favourite work.

Ticket Prices:
£10, Under-18s half price.

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General tickets on sale: 24th Feb 2026

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NOTE: Tickets go on sale to Patrons before the general public. You will need your unique code to access early bird tickets.

General tickets on sale: 13th March 2026

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