Magical stories from stage and screen!

A feast of story-telling in a CBSO movie night! Tales from fairy stories, classic novels and modern fables are given a gloriously cinematic treatment. Two takes on Romeo and Juliet mingle with the cast of the Jungle Book, Ravel’s Mother Goose and the demonically helpful Sorcerer’s Apprentice. And we celebrate three heroines of literature: Snow White, Jane Austen’s Emma and the telekinetic Matilda. Plus, join us for an hour of free craft activities before the concert!

Suitable for children aged 6+. All Family Concerts are British Sign Language interpreted.

About Family Concert: Tunes & Tales

Adventurous & Feel-Good

'Mood markers' have been carefully assigned to each concert by CBSO Music Director Kazuki Yamada, visiting soloists and conductors, orchestra members and audiences.

If you’re new to this music or wanting to introduce it to a friend or family member, we hope that these badges help both signpost you towards the concerts that are perfect for you and encourage you to try something that you might not otherwise have considered.

So, whatever you’re in the mood for this season – you’re invited to discover your perfect music mix with us.

Programme to include music from...

  • Prokofiev, Suite from Romeo & Juliet: Montagues and Capulets  (3mins)
  • Bernstein, West Side Story: Mambo  (3mins)
  • Bruns, Jungle Book Medley  (6mins)
  • Rachel Portman, Emma: Theme  (4mins)
  • John Williams, Harry Potter: Harry’s Wondrous World  (5mins)
  • Ravel, Mother Goose Suite: The Fairy Garden  (3mins)
  • James Newton Howard, Snow White & The Hunstman  (4mins)
  • Grieg, Peer Gynt Suite No.1: IV. In the Hall of the Mountain King  (2mins)
  • Kathryn MacLennan, Sonus Solaris  (4mins)
  • Tim Minchin, Chris Nightingale, Matilda: When I Grow Up  (4mins)
  • Tim Minchin, Chris Nightingale, Matilda: Revolting Children  (3mins)
  • John Williams, Harry Potter: Double Trouble  (2mins)

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