All Things Orchestral To Close Roundhay Festival

Roundhay Festival has announced that the classical music experience, All Things Orchestral, will be coming to Leeds for the first time next month. Hosted by Myleene Klass MBE, the Hallé Orchestra – conducted by Stephen Bell – will whisk the audience on a journey through time, celebrating Cinematic Classics and much more.

True to the accessible ethos of Roundhay Festival, All Things Orchestral will offer affordable tickets. With many orchestras and arts organisations struggling, and attendance of classical performances in decline, All Things Orchestral is here to remind people of the power of classical music, and introduce it to new audiences. Ticket prices will be available from £14.95 on first release, with family rates from £9.95.

Stephen Bell is a British conductor who trained under Norman Del Mar at the Royal College of Music and has built a varied international career. He holds leadership roles with the City of Oxford Orchestra, Hallé Pops, and RTÉ Concert Orchestra, and works regularly with major UK ensembles including the Royal Philharmonic, BBC orchestras, and Bournemouth Symphony. His work spans classical recordings, BBC Proms appearances, television broadcasts, and collaborations with pop and folk artists.

Founded in 1858 by Sir Charles Hallé, the Hallé Orchestra is the UK’s longest-established professional symphony orchestra. Based in Manchester at The Bridgewater Hall, the orchestra will travel across the Pennines to perform in Roundhay Park, conducted by Stephen Bell.

Compere for the evening will be TV and radio presenter, classically trained musician, bestselling author and passionate campaigner, Myleene Klass MBE. Mylene has also hosted major shows like The Classic BRITs, Popstar to OperaStar, The One Show and Musical Masterpieces, presented on Classic FM and Smooth Radio since 2006 and 2014 respectively, and released multiple No.1 classical albums alongside Sunday Times bestselling parenting books.

The full programme is to be announced. Tickets go on sale on Friday 5 June, visit www.roundhayfestival.com