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Feathers, Beasts & Fairy Tales

February 8th, 3:00pm

Venue: Huddersfield Town Hall, Huddersfield

A Magical Family Concert at Huddersfield Town Hall
Step into a world of musical creatures, heroic tales, and cinematic magic in "Feathers, Beasts and Fairy Tales" – a fun-filled family concert perfect for all ages!

Join conductor Katherine Stonham and lively narrator Thom Meredith for an unforgettable afternoon of animal-themed classical favourites and movie music that will spark imaginations and set tails wagging.

Featuring:
Prokofiev – Peter and the Wolf
Rossini – William Tell Overture
Powell & Gregson-Williams – Theme from Chicken Run
…plus more wild and whimsical music inspired by the animal kingdom!

From noble steeds to cheeky chickens and enchanting fairy tale creatures, this concert brings stories to life through the sounds of a full orchestra – all in the stunning setting of Huddersfield Town Hall.

Perfect for children and grown-ups alike, this is a wonderful introduction to classical music in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.

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Katherine Stonham

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Music making for more than 150 years!

The Huddersfield Philharmonic Orchestra perform concerts five times a season, either in Huddersfield Town Hall, or Huddersfield Parish Church. We bring together a mix of players, young and old, from the Town and surrounding areas who share their talent and love of music with each other every week.