The Hallé Conductor TBC Presenter Ruth Rosales Great orchestral music is everywhere, in films, TV shows and even video games, but there’s no better way to hear it than in a live concert. Our Drivetime Concert is an hour of fantastic music played by the amazing musicians of the Hallé and it's the perfect place to hear an orchestral performance for the first time. The concert style is informal and fun, and our presenter, Ruth Rosales, will introduce the pieces from the stage by so it's ideal for families too. The concert starts at 6pm so you'll escape the rush hour and there's plenty of time afterwards to grab a meal in town or get the kids to bed. This year's concert features the music of the Americas, from the gritty sounds of New York’s streets in Bernstein’s West Side Story to the screen magic of John Williams’ score to E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. This programme is full of dancing tunes so you can also look forward to a bit of twisting and shimmying with some lively audience participation.

Want to take part in the concert?

The Drivetime Concert is unique in offering you the chance to be part of the show by joining our amazing Drivetime Choir. It’s not everyday you get the chance to sing in a spectacular Concert Hall backed by an eighty-piece orchestra, but that’s what you’ll be doing when you join the choir who will perform two pieces in the concert. Choir members also get to watch the whole performance from excellent seats in the Stalls. The Drivetime Choir is open to all, from beginners to seasoned singers. This year the Drivetime Choir will perform Hubert Parry’s wonderful chorus, I Was Glad and John Rutter’s arrangement of the foot-stomping When the Saints. With over 600 singers of all ages and experience performing, it’ll be a truly breathtaking sound and an unforgettable experience for everyone taking part. How do I join the choir? Joining the choir costs £6.50 and includes a seat in the Royal Concert Hall Stalls, from which you’ll perform two pieces and also watch the whole concert. You’ll also receive expert coaching from Angela Kay MBE, Director of Music for Everyone, at rehearsals on Monday 22 & Wednesday 24 June. Simply sign up online below... Sign-up to the choir

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