A Golden Milestone Rutland Sinfonia Celebrates 50 Years of Musical Magic
The local air is thick with the sound of celebration and for good reason. Rutland Sinfonia is currently mid-flight in its landmark 50th anniversary season, and the community response has been nothing short of a standing ovation.
The orchestra recently announced that their highly anticipated concert, The Sound of Hollywood, scheduled for March 14th at the Oakham School Chapel, is officially fully booked. While the cinematic spectacular is now a closed set for those without tickets, the Sinfonia is quick to remind music lovers that the golden anniversary festivities are far from over.
If you missed out on the Hollywood magic, don’t fret. The orchestra has curated two powerhouse performances to round out their anniversary year, featuring world-class talent and some of the most beloved scores in classical music.
The Enigma and the Virtuoso
When: Saturday, 6th June 2026
Where: St. Peter’s Church, Oundle
This June, the Sinfonia travels to Oundle for a program anchored by Elgar’s Enigma Variations. It is a work defined by mystery and orchestral "sketches" of the composer's friends, making it a fitting tribute to an orchestra built on five decades of community and friendship.
The evening also features a heavyweight guest: Musical Patron Eduardo Vassallo. The former Principal Cellist of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra will take center stage for Dvořák’s Cello Concerto, a work widely considered the "king" of cello repertoire for its raw passion and soaring melodies.
The Grand Finale: Strings in the Spotlight
When: Friday, 24th July 2026
Where: All Saints Church, Oakham
To close out this historic 50th season, an ensemble of the Sinfonia’s string players will perform an intimate and expressive program in Oakham. The night will feature:
Elgar’s Serenade for Strings: A piece full of lyrical warmth and English charm.
Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik: Perhaps the most famous serenade ever written, guaranteed to end the season on a brilliant, high note.
Don't Miss the Encore
After half a century of bringing high-caliber orchestral music to the heart of the East Midlands, the Rutland Sinfonia is proving that they are only getting better with age.
With the March concert already sold out, music fans are encouraged to book early for the June and July performances to ensure they don't miss the final movements of this historic year.
"The music doesn't stop here! There's plenty more fantastic music-making still to come, and we'd love for you to join us." — Rutland Sinfonia
