A toe-tapping celebration of Betjeman’s verse, set to music by BAFTA winning composer Jim Parker (House of Cards, Foyle’s War), performed by Zeb Soanes (Classic FM) and the Chris Warner Ensemble.
Alfred Hitchcock’s The Lodger, Sabotage and The 39 Steps come to life in the style of a 1940s radio broadcast. Vintage Hitchcock is a triple feature, complete with vintage commercials, that recreates a daring train chase, a serial killer’s ominous presence, and a devastating explosion through the magic of live sound effects.
Featuring Norwich Puppet Theatre patrons: Zeb Soanes and James Mayhew
Peter the Cat, a favourite character from Zeb’s Gaspard the Fox picture book series, always has the right word for any particular situation. Bring your thinking cap to join the author and Classic FM broadcaster as he introduces his feline friend and explains some of Peter’s favourite ‘big words’.
HAY FESTIVAL
Join multi-award-winning Sir Simon Russell Beale as he shares his life in music with Classic FM’s Zeb Soanes. Sir Simon will take us through the highlights in his life and career and discuss why certain pieces of music mark these moments so clearly. St Martin’s Voices, The St Martin’s Chamber Ensemble, and Choir of St Martin-in-the-Fields will perform his choices from across the music spectrum.
Thaxted Festival patron and Classic FM presenter Zeb Soanes and Selina Cadell (Victoria Wood, Doc Martin) return to the Thaxted festival to present an evening of words and music, exploring the themes of Holst’s Planets Suite, from Mars the Bringer of War to Neptune the Mystic. With the Echo Ensemble conducted by Noah Max.
THAXTED FESTIVAL
A Celebration of Kathleen Ferrier intimately tells the story of her life through reminiscences and anecdotes with wit and warmth, alongside performances of the music associated with one of the world's most remarkable voices.
WIGMORE HALL
A toe-tapping celebration of Betjeman’s verse, set to music by BAFTA winning composer Jim Parker (House of Cards, Foyle’s War), performed by Zeb Soanes (Classic FM) and the Chris Warner Ensemble.
Septura was born out of a passion for the awe-inspiring sound of brass instruments. They’ve got one simple message: music sounds better on brass. Their Christmas programme is an absolute cracker with festive favourites by J.S. Bach, Brahms and Humperdinck, plus a delightful version of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker narrated by Classic FM’s Zeb Soanes.
A toe-tapping celebration of Betjeman’s verse, set to music by BAFTA winning composer Jim Parker (House of Cards, Foyle’s War), performed by Zeb Soanes (Classic FM) and the Chris Warner Ensemble.
BEAMINSTER FESTIVAL
Dame Judi Dench welcomes Zeb Soanes into her home, as she reveals her favourite pieces of classical music. In an exclusive programme for Classic FM, Judi tells Zeb how she has treasured this music, connected to her long and glittering life and career.
CLASSIC FM
Gaspard boards the Number 38 bus and sets off on a musical adventure through the sights, sounds and smells on London. This tale in the delightful Gaspard the Fox series is narrated by the book’s author, Zeb Soanes with live on-stage illustration by James Mayhew. The perfect way to introduce children to a live orchestra through images and storytelling.
ULSTER ORCHESTRA
Internationally acclaimed singers Liza Pulman and Joe Stilgoe play a very special fundraising show for us. Supported by celebrity friends including Alistair McGowan with other artists to be announced, this will be a breath-taking show of virtuosic musicianship and fabulous theatricality, combining on the spot improvisation and the quickest of wits.
Whilst searching for food in the snow-covered streets, Gaspard makes an astonishing discovery and, with the help of his friends, might just save Christmas. A heart-warming festive adventure for Britain’s handsomest fox. Narrated by Zeb Soanes, with music by Jonathan Dove and James Mayhew’s beautiful projected illustrations from the book. An unforgettable Christmas experience for all the family.
HALLÉ ORCHESTRA
Whilst searching for food in the snow-covered streets, Gaspard makes an astonishing discovery and, with the help of his friends, might just save Christmas. A heart-warming festive adventure for Britain’s handsomest fox. Narrated by Zeb Soanes, with music by Jonathan Dove and James Mayhew’s beautiful projected illustrations from the book. An unforgettable Christmas experience for all the family.
HALLÉ ORCHESTRA
Whilst searching for food in the snow-covered streets, Gaspard makes an astonishing discovery and, with the help of his friends, might just save Christmas. A heart-warming festive adventure for Britain’s handsomest fox. Narrated by Zeb Soanes, with music by Jonathan Dove and James Mayhew’s beautiful projected illustrations from the book. An unforgettable Christmas experience for all the family.
HALLÉ ORCHESTRA
Gaspard boards the Number 38 bus and sets off on a musical adventure through the sights, sounds and smells on London. The latest tale in the delightful Gaspard the Fox series is narrated by the book’s author, Zeb Soanes.
BRISTOL ENSEMBLE
Gaspard boards the Number 38 bus and sets off on a musical adventure through the sights, sounds and smells on London. The latest tale in the delightful Gaspard the Fox series is narrated by the book’s author, Zeb Soanes.
BRISTOL ENSEMBLE
In the magical candlelit setting of St Martin-in-the-Fields, hear captivating festive music and readings by Classic FM’s Zeb Soanes, to put everyone in the Christmas spirit and help you prepare for the season’s celebrations.
Money for Old Prose is an evening of poetry, music and prose brought to you by many well known actors, singers and musicians including: Justin Edwards, Deborah Findlay, Bill Patterson, Malcolm Sinclair, Zeb Soanes, Maggie Steed and Jane Wymark. In aid of Myeloma UK.
The Pakefield Singers present A Christmas Celebration, fundraising for Lowestoft’s Britten as a Boy statue, presented by the choir’s patron, Zeb Soanes. Britten’s Ceremony of Carols will form the centrepiece, along with works by other local composers, including Alexander Campkin. Zeb will also read his book Gaspard’s Christmas, illustrated live by James Mayhew, who will auction his artwork to support the fundraising.
Opus Anglicanum return to Wells with their most popular sell-out Christmas concert. A programme of atmospheric medieval music: Gregorian chant and polyphony with readings by Zeb Soanes. Experience a candlelit journey into the spiritual heart of a medieval Christmas.
A toe-tapping celebration of Betjeman’s verse, set to music by BAFTA winning composer Jim Parker (House of Cards, Foyle’s War), performed by Zeb Soanes (Classic FM) and the Chris Warner Ensemble.
Some of the most exciting, dramatic and downright entertaining programmes from over fifty years of broadcasting are brought together in this special event, presented by Zeb Soanes. One thing unites them all – unforgettable theme music. Tonight’s concert brings you that music from The Bridgewater Hall stage in a live performance with a healthy dose of nostalgia.
HALLÉ ORCHESTRA
At the Premiere performance, Zeb narrates his children’s story, with an environmental message, set to a bold cinematic score by James Marangone. Performed by the Orpheus Sinfonia. and paired with the enchanting tale of The Story of Babar the Little Elephant by Poulenc.
ORPHEUS SINFONIA
Celebrating 110 years since Britten's birth, this dazzling gala programme features vocal and instrumental music by Britten and the composers he revered, including readings and memories from eminent musicians who performed in his premieres, including Dame Janet Baker. The evening will be hosted by Sir Thomas Allen and Zeb Soanes, who has led the campaign to erect a statue of Britten as a Boy in his hometown of Lowestoft.
Meet Zeb and have books signed at the fancy dress dog show that inspired Gaspard Best in Show, the second book in the adventures of Gaspard the Fox. Enter your own dog, or just peruse the many colourful stalls of local crafts and bakes. A perfect opportunity to pick up signed books as Christmas presents. Gaspard Christmas cards and soft toys will also be available.
In this concert performance, Brunswick Vocal Arts presents a cast of exceptional young singers in all of the major highlights from Mozart's thrilling and daring masterpiece, conducted by Gary Matthewman. Sung in Italian, with a linking narration read in English by Zeb Soanes.
BRUNSWICK VOCAL ARTS
Zeb Soanes narrates Lord Berner’s masterpiece A Wedding Bouquet, with its catchy tango and waltz melodies. Alongside this are Elgar’s timeless Enigma Variations, with the profoundly beautiful and universally recognised Nimrod at its heart, rounded off by the world premiere of the orchestral version of Dickinson’s delightful Unicorns Suite.
BBC CONCERT ORCHESTRA
Behold the life and love of Britten and Pears in this performance featuring readings of their letters to each other, paired with choral music from the LGBT+ chamber ensemble The Fourth Choir. Readings by Zeb Soanes (Classic FM) and Petroc Trelawny (BBC).
THE FOURTH CHOIR
Be swept away by works from the composer known for his epic National Theatre scores at a concert with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and special guests, presented by Zeb Soanes.
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
Gaspard boards the Number 38 bus and sets off on a musical adventure through the sights, sounds and smells on London. The latest tale in the delightful Gaspard the Fox series is narrated by the book’s author, Zeb Soanes.
ROYAL LIVERPOOL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
A beautiful programme by Opus Anglicanum that celebrates the solace and beauty of gardens, pairing English folksong with Renaissance polyphony and words about gardens by Francis Bacon, George Herbert and Andrew Marvell read by Zeb Soanes (presenter of Smooth Classics on Classic FM).
Presented in association with Grape Britannia, providing a glass of English wine on entry.
Let us take you into the woods to experience two classic tales, wickedly retold by Roald Dahl: Little Red Riding Hood and Three Little Pigs. The brilliant score by Paul Patterson perfectly complements Dahl’s irreverent sense of humour. Narrated by Zeb Soanes. Suitable for all ages.
ORCHESTRA OF THE SWAN
Music fit for a King! On coronation weekend, join the Royal Choral Society for a choral music extravaganza as it celebrates the crowning of our new King and marks the choir’s own 150th anniversary. If you sing, then you’ll be able join in ‘beltissimo’ for Parry’s coronation anthem 'I Was Glad', together with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the mighty 9,999-pipe organ, all under the baton of the choir’s Music Director, Richard Cooke. Presented by Zeb Soanes.
ROYAL CHORAL SOCIETY
Zeb narrates Oscar Wilde’s heartrending tale of The Nightingale and the Rose, composed by Classic FM’s Composer in Residence, Debbie Wiseman.
LONDON GAY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Author, Zeb Soanes, and illustrator, James Mayhew return to the stage together to perform the first two stories in their bestselling Gaspard the Fox series, following the adventures of London’s handsomest fox and his friends: Peter, a rather superior cat who uses BIG words and Finty, an adventurous curly-haired dog.
Author, Zeb Soanes, and illustrator, James Mayhew return to the stage together to perform the first two stories in their bestselling Gaspard the Fox series, following the adventures of London’s handsomest fox and his friends: Peter, a rather superior cat who uses BIG words and Finty, an adventurous curly-haired dog.
A host of stars come together for this unique concert of April Fool’s jokes and hoaxes in support of Help Musicians UK. Led by ‘the world’s first classical music hooligan’ (The Sun) Rainer Hersch, Classic FM’s Zeb Soanes takes us on an orchestrated Shipping Forecast, and Evelyn Glennie murders The Swan.
"One good tune after another..."
Walton's musical entertainment under witty poems by Edith Sitwell is gleefully 'music hall' and brimming with dance rhythms. Joyously ridiculous, join us for forty minutes of fantastic fun on a Saturday afternoon!
THE BRIGANTES ORCHESTRA
