A fantastic night was had by the audience and Rotherham Symphony Orchestra for our end of Summer At the Proms spectacular with many of the last night of the proms favourites such as Parry's Jerusalem, Wood's British Sea Songs, Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance and many more.

Flags were waved, horns were honked and an attempt was made to raise the roof in the singalong items.

There were even audience members getting in to the spirit of things with many items of Union Jack attire including bow ties and head bows.

• A touch of British tradition in the heart of Rotherham.

• A memorable night out for the whole family.

Rotherham Symphony Orchestra had our first visit to the Holy Trinity Church in the village of Wentworth for the second of our Spring May Day concert programmes during which we heared the dawn chorus and saw (heard) other parts of nature waking up.

For this concert RSO was joined by guest Violin Soloist, Emma Rushworth, who performed the famous 'Lark Ascending'.

With other music from favourite composers such as Beethoven, Rimsky-Korsakov, Vaughan Williams and more!

Many favourable and enthusiastic comments were passed on to us from audience members, some of whom came for a second helping after hearing the same programme at the Dinnington concert 2 weeks before.

At the concert in Wentworth on May 18th RSO was joined by guest soloist Emma Rushworth to perform 'The Lark Ascending' by Vaughan-Williams.

Emma is originally from Salford and has studied at the Royal Northern College of Music. She was formerly the leader of the Halle Youth Orchestra.

Emma Rushworth studied the violin since the age of 4. She studied at The Royal Northern College of Music and was awarded an Instrument Scholarship for the duration of her degree. She was one of 8 students who had been placed on the accelerated BMus programme. Emma loved performing and has spent her life developing her musical ambitions. She has performed with a variety of orchestras at RNCM and has also been a member of the Internal Lutawslowski Youth Orchestra, Poland. She has guest-led the Piccadilly Symphony Orchestra and also been lead violinist in the Halle Youth Orchestra, JRNCM Symphony Orchestra, Vacation Chamber Orchestra and was also leader of the National Youth String Orchestra. Performing and touring with these orchestras has provided Emma with the opportunity to play in world-renowned concert halls such as The Sage, Newcastle and Kings Place, London. Emma has also had many solo performance opportunities including performing a lunchtime and pre-concert recital at the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester. During her final year at JRNCM, Emma was invited to perform the Bruch Violin Concerto with the West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra at Leed's College of Music. Emma continues to spread her wings and takes every opportunity to perform in any genre of music. Her ultimate goal in life is to become an acclaimed violinist. Emma is also the musical director and founder member of the all female acoustic & electric string group String Infusion.

Rotherham Symphony Orchestra performed our Spring May Day concert for over 100 people at the lyric Theatre in Dinnington during which we heared the dawn chorus and saw other parts of nature waking up.

Our own Principal Violinist, Charlotte Pinder, took centre stage as the featured soloist in 'The Lark Ascending'. She amazed many in the audience with her lyrical and very descriptive playing which at times sounded just like a real lark.

With more music from favourite composers such as Beethoven, Rimsky-Korsakov, Vaughan Williams and more!

At the concert in Dinnington on May 4th the RSO Principal Violin and Orchestra Leader, Charlotte Pinder, will take centre stage to perform 'The Lark Ascending' by Vaughan-Williams.

Charlotte hails from Rotherham and learnt the violin with the Rotherham Music Service and Nina Martin. She studied music at the University of Wales, Bangor, where she cultivated a particular interest in playing Baroque music. 

Charlotte enjoys playing the violin with numerous local groups and has performed a variety of solos, both with orchestras and in solo recitals. She taught the violin for several years, but more recently she trained for a masters degree in music therapy with Nordoff and Robbins, the UK’s largest music therapy charity. She now delivers music therapy in local special schools, making connections through music with children who have a variety of difficulties and needs. 

She is also passionate about music education and enjoys directing both adult and children’s string ensembles. 

Away from music, she can be found walking the great outdoors and sampling a diverse selection of cakes in nice cafes.

Rotherham Symphony Orchestra took the audience on a journey through winter landscapes.

Everyone went for a walk through the snow…

…a skate on the ice…

…a ride in the sleigh…

…and a whirlwind journey on the polar express!

A large audience were joined by the Mayor & Mayoress of Rotherham Councillor and Mrs Taylor to experience the enchantment of a musical journey like no other at Rotherham Civic Theatre on Friday 8th of September, as the esteemed Rotherham Symphony Orchestra presented "A Night at the Proms." They were swept away by a symphonic spectacle that will left them exhilarated and captivated.

Everyone was immersed in the grandeur of timeless classics and beloved melodies as the orchestra showcased its virtuosity. From the majestic crescendos each note resonated deep within their souls, evoking emotions that transcended time and space.

But that's not all! Everyone joined in the jubilant revelry as the orchestra paid homage to the Proms tradition, featuring rousing patriotic anthems and sing-alongs that ignited the patriotic spirit. Flags were waved high and the music unite all in a glorious celebration of community, heritage, and the power of music.

The Mayor & Mayoress were heard to say that they had "thoroughly enjoyed the evening and would certainly be back for more".