The visit provided students with a valuable opportunity to experience live orchestral music performed by one of the country's leading professional orchestras. Hearing the music in the concert hall setting allowed students to appreciate the scale, precision, and expressive power of a full symphony orchestra in a way that cannot be replicated in the classroom.

The programme featured Haydn's London Symphony, the composer's final and most celebrated symphony. The performance showcased the creativity, humour, and musical brilliance that earned Haydn the title of the "Father of the Symphony". Students also heard a contemporary work written especially for two members of the orchestra, highlighting how classical music continues to evolve and inspire new generations of composers and performers.

The evening was both educational and inspiring, offering students a deeper understanding of orchestral performance and the enduring relevance of classical music.

The Music Department would like to thank all students for their exemplary conduct throughout the visit and looks forward to providing more opportunities for students to experience world-class music-making in the future.