The North Devon Sinfonia is set to light up Barnstaple Pannier Market on Friday, 19 September at 7:30pm with a spectacular "Last Night of the Proms" concert. This event promises to fill the heart of Barnstaple with vibrant music and patriotic spirit, perfectly setting the stage for the town’s Carnival weekend.
Taking place on the eve of the Barnstaple Carnival, the concert will feature an eclectic mix of music, including rousing patriotic choruses that will echo through the town.
The second half of the concert will offer a diverse selection of music, culminating in Jerusalem and God Save the King, ensuring the audience leaves uplifted and ready for the weekend's festivities.
Programme highlights:
Zimmer - Pirates of the Caribbean
Strauss II – Blue Danube
Schwartz – Wicked
Elgar – Nimrod & Pomp and Circumstance
Parry – Jerusalem
The orchestra will be joined by singers performing songs from Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables.
Lee Baxendale, Cultural Producer, said: “The Last Night of the Proms at Barnstaple Pannier Market is always such a special occasion. It brings people together in the heart of the town to share an evening of uplifting music and community spirit. We’re delighted to welcome North Devon Sinfonia back again this year – it promises to be a truly memorable night."
Tickets are £12 per adult and £5 for children, and are available for purchase online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/panniermarket or in person from the Pannier Market office.
Please note that the Pannier Market is an unheated venue, so attendees are encouraged to wrap up warmly.
The concert is just the beginning of a weekend packed with excitement. On Saturday, 20 September, the Barnstaple Carnival will bring a day full of events, culminating in the Carnival Parade at 6pm, followed by a spectacular fireworks display to conclude the festivities.
Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in music and community spirit as we celebrate the best of Barnstaple!
This concert and Barnstaple Carnival is supported by Flourishing Barnstaple, as North Devon Council initiative funded by the Cultural Development Fund and administered by Arts Council England.