Established in 1995, North Somerset Philharmonia has delighted audiences with timeless classical favorites for nearly three decades.
Originally known as the Nailsea Concert Orchestra, the ensemble changed their name in 2023 to North Somerset Philharmonia. This change reflects their expanded repertoire and commitment to attracting musicians and audiences from across the region. With many founding members still playing a vital part in the orchestra, alongside a growing number of talented new players, the orchestra continues to thrive and is seen as a local institution.
The ensemble brings together musicians of all ages, united by their shared passion for classical music. With a tradition of showcasing gifted young soloists and vocalists, the orchestra offers something for everyone, celebrating music that resonates with audiences both young and old.
Presented by North Somerset Philharmonia
Ben England BEM Conductor
Ana England Piano soloist
Programme
Mozart The Marriage of Figaro (overture)
Mozart Piano Concerto No. 9 (Soloist: Ana England)
Beethoven Symphony No. 5
Format: Reserved seating
Age: All ages
Performance times
Doors: 19.00
Start: 19.30
Interval: 20.15
Second half: 20.35
Finish: 21.30
All timings are approximate and subject to change
A great evening. They just get better and better.”
Audience Review
Soloist
Ana England
Ana England studied piano at the Junior Guildhall School of Music and Drama. She was a music scholar at St. Paul’s Girls’ School, where she won the Alice Lupton Piano Accompaniment Prize.
She is much in demand as a pianist across the South West. Ana is shortly to embark on a national UK tour as the accompanist and events manager for Choir of the Earth’s Haydn Nelson Mass project, culminating in a full performance of the work with the professional orchestra.
About Lantern Hall
Bristol’s home of dazzling new music
Seating plans
Seating plans
Lantern Hall is a performance space with a flat floor that can be used in a seated or standing format. To find out more detail about our seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas, view our seating plan page.
Venue information
Venue information
Take a closer look at our beautifully restored venue, see what’s on and view detailed information about the performance space.
The venue
Lantern Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Lantern Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are available within the first 10 rows on the flat floor of the Hall.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in rows AA-J on the flat floor are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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