Experience a unique celebration of light, music and heritage in the heart of Birmingham.

Satnam Rana presents an evening dedicated to celebrating light and winter festivals – enjoy beautiful music for sitar, full orchestra and our choruses. Tonight is about celebrating new works, you’ll hear brand new commissions by Cassie Kinoshi, Roxanna Panufnik and Joan Armatrading.

About Satnam Rana presents Bringing the Light

Bringing the Light is a vibrant celebration of Birmingham’s rich cultural heritage, uniting communities from across the city through shared traditions of light and winter festivities. We’re hosting a series of workshops and events leading up to this performance, which honour the many ways light brings people together with hope, joy, and reflection.

Lantern Walk and SO Vocal Performance, Sunday 7 December

MOVING & REFLECTIVE

'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.

Full programme

  • Joan Armatrading, Homeland (CBSO Commission, World Premiere)  (15mins)
  • Cassie Kinoshi, i was in the state of mind to stay (CBSO Commission, World Premiere)  (5mins)
  • A. R. Rahman (arr. Matt Dunkley), Slumdog Millionaire: Suite  (10mins)
  • Roxanna Panufnik, Aurora (CBSO Commission, World Premiere)  (30mins)