A SNEAK PREVIEW OF THE CLASSIC IBIZA SET LIST

With Classic Ibiza at Hatfield House on Saturday 19 August rapidly approaching, over Easter the show’s 40,000 social media followers had the opportunity to vote for the tracks they most wanted to hear performed live by the 32-piece Urban Soul Orchestra (USO). The five most popular tracks are being added to an orchestral set of over 30 house classics this summer, including 10 other new orchestrations and some firm Classic Ibiza favourites. USO, who headline the show, have worked alongside dance music greats, including Groove Armada, Robert Miles and Nightmares on Wax.

With over 5,000 votes now counted, the five winning tracks, which were selected from a shortlist of 10, are: Silence (Delerium, Tiësto, Sarah McLachlan), King of My Castle (Wamdue Project, Roy Malone), Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) (C & C Music Factory), On a Ragga Tip (SL2) and Need You (100%) (Duke Dumont, A*M*E).

Lisa Ward, Classic Ibiza’s promoter, says: “We’ve all been to concerts before hoping to hear our favourite track, only to leave slightly disappointed when it’s not played. Our annual track poll, which is always hugely popular, gives our incredible Hatfield House audience the opportunity to do something about that. All I can say is that it’s a

“Gates open at Hatfield House at 5pm, with the show starting with a Chill-Out DJ Set” good thing they’ve got taste!”

So, what about the 10 other new tracks making their Classic Ibiza debut this year?

Stephen Hussey, USO’s founder and Classic Ibiza’s conductor, arranger and musical producer, says: “Without giving away too much, one of the new tracks this year is the house version of Yeke Yeke by Mory Kante – a definite standout tune for me. We had help learning and understanding the lyrics from Lucy Duran, professor of music at the School of Oriental and African Studies. I feel great affinity with the three worlds of music represented in our version – African, house and orchestral. I guess it encapsulates three very important things to me – my heritage, my education and my party side!”

Gates open at Hatfield House at 5pm, with the show starting with a Chill-Out DJ Set.

Former Pacha Ibiza resident, DJ Jose Luis then takes control of the decks for his Latin House Set, which includes a live jamming session with members of USO. Next up, USO and DJ Goldierocks take centre stage for the Sundowner Set, followed by Goldierocks’ Deep House DJ Set. The show then reaches a rapturous crescendo at 10.30pm, following USO’s return to the stage for the Dance Set, accompanied by an amazing laser & light show.

Lisa Ward says: “We’re blessed with a loyal audience who love to come to Classic Ibiza every year. Our challenge is to always serve up something fresh to keep them coming back. The tracks we play are obviously a major part of that. Having already heard some of the new orchestrations, I know our Hatfield House audience are going to love what we have in store for them this summer. We’ve also once again upped the ante on the show’s visuals – it’s going to be awesome.”

Demand for tickets to Classic Ibiza’s summer tour are once again high, with some venues already sold-out.

Stephen Hussey adds: “Hatfield is always an extra-special show for us as it marks the end of our summer tour, so as an orchestra we’re totally on our A-game. With the 15 new tracks we’ve added to the set, in my opinion it’s going to be our best show yet. Buckle up and enjoy the ride Hatfield!”

Classic Ibiza at is proud to be supporting Hatfield-based charity, Herts Young Homeless. There will be various fundraising initiatives taking place on the evening, including a £2.50 donation from every programme sold.

The Details

Parking is free and there are no booking fees. Bring your own picnic or visit the on-site streetfood vendors and San Miguel Bar.

Prices: Adults (over 18s): £48, Children (aged 5–17): £24, Under 5s: free. Visit: classicibiza.co.uk