BBC Big Band

At the BBC Proms its not just about orchestras, there’s something that will suit literally everyones taste, whether its simply enjoying the performances or getting involved yourself.

The Proms are always offering new experiences for all audiences, and there is a family atmosphere being increasingly associated with the 8 week event. For example the Proms Plus scheme offers insight and introductions to the music and performances with talks from trained professionals and even a chance to get involved with performing! There are a range of choral and singing events in which anyone, any ability, can partake.

The family orientated events at the proms include being able to perform with other families in an orchestra workshop, inspiring children to get involved in the world of music whilst having fun with the family. There is also a classical music for starters class in which anyone of any age can learn to play an instrument and play some of the best known classical numbers in an orchestra of fellow beginners.

The Proms isn’t just about music, there is, for example, a range of literary events lead by novelists, poets, playwrights and philosophers who will provide talks on the connections between the BBC Proms and wider cultural issues. 2011 is the first year in which a poetry competition will be held at the proms. All poems will have a basic theme in that they have to be inspired by a certain piece of music at this years festival.

So the BBC Proms 2011 offer something for everyone and it is safe to say that nobody will be getting bored at the classical music festival.