The BBC Big Band - The Sound of Cinema
Marina Theatre at 7:30 PMInspired by some of the greatest movie sound-tracks of all time, the internationally renowned BBC Big Band are joined by special guest vocalist, Emer McParland, to celebrate The Sound of Cinema.
Through a diverse repertoire arranged and curated by the BBC Big Band’s conductor, Barry Forgie, the concert celebrates a selection of iconic music from the last 80-years of cinema. Featuring numbers from films such as ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’, ‘Meet Me in St Louis’ and ‘Alfie’, through to ‘Mission: Impossible’, ‘Shaft’, and of course ‘James Bond’ – all performed in the BBC Big Band’s own inimitable style!
A not-to-be-missed evening for both music and movie fans of all ages.
“World-class musicians … a brilliant musical force” The Telegraph
“A wonderful band!” Tony Bennett
“They brilliantly continue the tradition of Big Band music. As such they are important, as well as marvellous!” Michael Parkinson