Based on Mark Kermode’s "Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music".

This concert will celebrate the emotional connection that audiences form with film music. You’ll hear some of your favourite film scores performed by the full CBSO and presented by award-winning film-critic Mark Kermode who’ll guide audiences through the evolution of film scoring.

About The Stories of Movie Music with Mark Kermode

In Conversation: Mark Kermode and Jenny Nelson

Radio and Podcast Executive Producer and Music Programmer, Jenny Nelson, sits down with award-winning film critic and presenter of this evening's concert, Mark Kerkmode, for an informal chat about the music in this evening's concert. Join us for this free and unticketed talk from 6:30pm in the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space.

Aventurous & 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...

  • Mission Impossible, King Kong, The Marvels, Joker and Psycho. 

Performers