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Jan 272 min read
Meet the Schumanns: Life in Dusselfdorf
Hallam Sinfonia cellist and secretary Joy Paul introduces us to the lives of one of the great power couples in classical music history!...
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Jan 122 min read
Meet The New Romantics!
An introduction to our February concert by Hallam Sinfonia cellist and Sheffield-based composer, Benjamin Jackson . Come and meet The New...
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Dec 10, 20245 min read
Everything you've ever wanted to know about putting on a concert, but were afraid to ask
By Hallam Sinfonia treasurer & principal cellist, Charlie Hardwick - a blog about our two Christmas concerts on Saturday 14 December at...
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Nov 19, 20241 min read
Mozart and more with Hallam Choral Society
Hallam Sinfonia is once again collaborating with our old friends Hallam Choral Society (HCS), with whom we last worked in last year’s...
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Oct 14, 20242 min read
Elements and Atmosphères
Hallam Sinfonia’s Tom Davies gives his thoughts on how Ligeti’s Atmosphères brings a unique contribution to this week’s programme. Our...
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Oct 7, 20242 min read
Final ever concert for John Pullin
The Hallam Sinfonia concert on 19 October will be the last that John Pullin, our tuba player, will play in before his well deserved...
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Sep 30, 20241 min read
Mahler 1 a dream come true for Jon!
Our first concert of the new season includes one of the great masterpieces of the late 19th century - Gustav Mahler's Symphony no. 1 in...
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Jun 29, 20242 min read
What's it like to sit inside the orchestra as an audience member?
Today's Fairy Tales concert is a "passenger seats" one - where audience members can sit within the orchestra if they like. But what is...
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Jun 24, 20242 min read
An Evening in Fairyland
Guest conductor Ellie Slorach talks about the Passenger Seats Fairy Tales programme. Putting the programme together was quite simple – I...
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Jun 16, 20242 min read
Meet Ellie Slorach – from Hallam Sinfonia to the Proms!
Hallam Sinfonia’s guest conductor for the June Passenger Seats concert, Ellie Slorach, is having a busy summer. Her calendar includes...
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Mar 9, 20245 min read
Piece for a Dark Place
As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations this season, the orchestra wanted to commission a brand new work by Sheffield-based composer...
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Jan 16, 20243 min read
Hallam Sinfonia and Concerteenies team up!
Hallam Sinfonia are so excited to be collaborating with Concerteenies again! On Saturday 10 February we are joining forces with Polly...
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Dec 11, 20232 min read
Muse: A Symphonic Tribute
Hallam Sinfonia and Newland Symphonic Pop cannot wait to rock out together once again on 21 January 2024, paying tribute to one of the...
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Nov 18, 20233 min read
A Harmonious Reunion!
Sheffield University Students and Alumni Unite with Hallam Sinfonia for a Day A reflection by Charlie Hardwick Recently, a symphonic...
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Nov 18, 20233 min read
A Harmonious Reunion!
Sheffield University Students and Alumni Unite with Hallam Sinfonia for a Day A reflection by Charlie Hardwick Recently, a symphonic...
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Oct 19, 20232 min read
50 Years On – The Founder Chair Looks Back!
Hallam Sinfonia was delighted to have five founder members present at the 50th anniversary concert – two in the orchestra and three in...
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Oct 9, 20231 min read
Remembering Judith Smith
As we celebrate the orchestra’s 50th anniversary, we look back to the past and remember former players. This week’s concert will be...
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Oct 3, 20232 min read
50 years with the Hallam Sinfonia!
When Hallam Sinfonia celebrates its 50th anniversary with a special concert on 14 October, the landmark will be even more meaningful for...
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Sep 18, 20232 min read
Meet the composer – Benjamin Jackson
Hallam Sinfonia is delighted to introduce the composer of the fanfare “Shining Dawn” which will open the 50th anniversary concert in...
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Sep 8, 20231 min read
Violinists and Violists Wanted!
Hallam Sinfonia currently has vacancies for violins and violas. We rehearse on Thursdays & Fridays for three weeks before each concert...
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