BBC Big Band

Now in its 117^th year, the BBC Proms have attracted the masses ever since its beginning, with the public relating to its less formal format and low ticket prices. The event has always played host to the top international performers from around all over the world as well as promoting the best of the British music scene including a range of orchestras and choirs.

Last year over 80,000 tickets were sold on the first day of the proms because people were requesting the shows they wished to see on a given day, making for hectic but successful sales. Although the BBC proms have grown significantly since its beginning in 1895 the values of the event haven’t changed much at all, with old and new music crossing a range of genres being played to large appreciative audiences.

The Royal Albert Hall still is the central focus of the event, giving the proms that spectacular yet informal atmosphere that it is so well renowned for.

With this years proms kicking off last week and running through until the 10^th September they are sure to be a memorable event for all who are lucky enough to witness it.