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Zeb is a highly skilled concert performer, narrating orchestral favourites for children and technically demanding works, such as Walton's Façade, which he recorded to critical acclaim, conducted by John Wilson.
He performs with the UK’s leading orchestras and ensembles including:
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Hallé Orchestra, Philharmonia Orchestra, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, BBC Concert Orchestra, Ulster Orchestra, Britten Sinfonia, Orchestra of the Swan, Voces8 and The Kings Singers.
Festival appearances include Three Choirs, Hay, Edinburgh, Cheltenham, Bath, North York Moors and the Thaxted Festival, of which he is patron.
He has amassed a rich repertoire of narrated orchestral works, with many premieres.
Zeb Soanes is exclusively represented for concerts by Robin Tyson at Podium Music
Latest recording out April 19th
Listen to concert samples
Watch Zeb in action
Zeb narrates Gaspard’s Foxtrot with live illustration by James Mayhew — Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Zeb introduces the instruments that play the characters in Gaspard’s Foxtrot — Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Reviews
“Zeb Soanes, in my opinion, has one of the most beautiful and sonorous speaking voices on the planet.”
“Zeb Soanes could read the telephone directory and still captivate, so his vivid range of voices here is a special treat to complement his natural way of tempting a listener into the story.”
“Working with Zeb Soanes was a real joy.”
“A vivid linking narration spoken with panache by Zeb Soanes”
“My father regarded Façade as the pinnacle of the narrator’s art, a hugely enjoyable challenge and a celebration of clarity, breathing, projection and timing. Zeb has all of the attributes and it’s always a pleasure to hear him at work.’”
“Narration handsomely spoken by Classic FM presenter, Zeb Soanes”
“Every item is a distinctive delight, with readings perfectly judged by Zeb Soanes.”
