What to Expect

We invite you to lose yourself in music – to try something new, to hear something familiar, to be amazed, to be moved, to be challenged – to hear a huge orchestra performing great music with joy and passion in the heart of Birmingham.

Look out for the following symbols to find out which performances are perfect for you:

BE MOVED

We’re giving you ALL the feels in this concert... sadness, joy, drama... in short, things are about to get emotional.

BE WOWED

For the thrill-seekers – expect epic, mind-blowing music – boom!

PERFECT FOR YOUR FIRST TIME

Not sure where to start? Think of this as your road map.

PERFECT FOR DATE NIGHT

Let us provide the soundtrack to your romantic evening – love is most definitely in the air! PERFECT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

A concert filled with music that everyone can enjoy, whether you’re two or ninety-two.

PERFECT FOR CHILDREN

Concerts specially designed for your little ones – grown-ups are welcome too!

Listen Here

UNSURE WHETHER YOU’LL RECOGNISE THE MUSIC?

Look out for our handy guide next to each concert, to highlight where you might have heard this piece before – you’ll be surprised just how much you might know! We’ve also added in links to listen to some of the music online.

CONTENTS

What to Expect

p.2 Meet the Orchestra p.4 Frequently Asked Questions p.6 Concerts p.8-p.26 Ways to Save p.27 Take Your Seats p.28 Handy Terms p.30 At a Glance p.31

£10

tickets for under-30s

FIRST TIME?

Find out more about our £10 tickets for first-time concert attenders.

FIND OUT MORE ON P.27 £5

tickets for students, under-18s and benefit recipients.

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MEET THE ORCHESTRA

The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) is made up of 90 passionate musicians, all based in the West Midlands. We perform regularly at Symphony Hall in Centenary Square with concerts ranging from emotional symphonies to rock concerts, and everything in between. The Audience

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