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Folkestone Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Rupert Bond, was in fine form for its Autumn Concert on 15th November 2025 in an attractive programme of works by Russian, Spanish and Bohemian composers. The church was full, confirming the popularity of this highly talented local orchestra and its enthusiastic playing under the admirable leadership of Floriane Peycelon. (Brinley and Janet Hughes)
Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuez was beautifully performed by award-winning classical guitarist, Emre Gokalp, whose elegant and agile technique splendidly captured the Spanish essence of this charming work. As well as Emre Gokalp's obvious virtuosity, the delightful intimacy of his guitar playing drew the audience in, and his fantastic range of sound, his ornamentation and wonderful use of rubato were an unforgettable treat. (Brinley and Janet Hughes)
Rewarded by concluding well-deserved, rousing applause, this was another highly enjoyable concert by Folkestone Symphony's talented musicians who bring considerable pride to the local musical community. (Brinley and Janet Hughes)
Please see "Forthcoming Concerts" for a list of our planned concerts for the 2025-26 Season.
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Online Tickets now available for Family Christmas Concert - Saturday, 13th December at 3 pm, Holy Trinity Church, Folkestone Folkestone Symphony invites its audience to join them for the Family Christmas Concert at Holy Trinity Church, Sandgate Road, Folkestone at 3 pm on Saturday, 13th December. Tickets can be purchased here. The host for this event will be our President, Jan Leeming, a retired TV presenter. The programme includes orchestral music to celebrate the joy of Christmas as well as carols that the audience can sing along with. Our guests will be the Folkestone Youth String Orchestra conducted by our Leader, Floriane Peycelon. We will also be giving a debut of a new work composed by our conductor, Rupert Bond. The new work tells a story which will be narrated by Jan Leeming with accompanying music to illustrate the story she tells. We look forward to seeing families unite with us to celebrate the Christmas season.  |
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Calling French Horn and Trombone Players We are looking for and would welcome any prospective new brass players but we need French Horn and Trombone players in particular. If you are interested in joining us please write in to office@folkestonesymphony.org with details of your playing experience. Rehearsals take place on Monday evenings from 7.30 - 9.30 pm. |
Repertoire RepertoireThe footer of each page contains our current Repertoire. You can view and download a PDF copy by clicking on it below. Document CONCERTOS - Folkestone Symphony Repertoire.pdf (144.89 KB) Document OTHER - Folkestone Symphony Repertoire_0.pdf (201.85 KB) Document OVERTURES - Fokestone Symphony Repertoire.pdf (116.51 KB) Document SYMPHONIES - Folkestone Symphony Repertoire.pdf (112.99 KB) |