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Wed 15 Jul 2026
Leeds 400 Launch concert - Leeds Libraries and West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra
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Join Leeds Libraries and West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra as we blow the dust off a selection of music played at the 300th anniversary concert, coupled with pieces by composers more recently connected to our fair city.
Expect to hear the overture to 'The Golden Wedding’ specially written by Frank Kidson and Arthur Grimshaw for the 300th anniversary concert, music from Cinema Paradiso arranged by Angela Morley, and much more besides.

Come join us in celebration and take a moment to wonder at the generations of Leodiencians who have contributed to the rich and varied musical life of Leeds.

West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra led by:
Nick Meredith - conductor
Alison Major - leader

Arthur Grimshaw & Frank Kidson - A Golden Wedding
Arthur Wood arr. Cooper - Dales Dances No 2
Ennio Morricone arr. Angela Morley - Cinema Paradiso (theme)
Arthur Wood arr. Cooper - Dales Dance No 3
Thomas F Dunhill – In Rural England: Meadow Fairies
Philip Wilby- St Cecilia Rag
Thomas F Dunhill – In Rural England: Festivities

Calverley Street
Leeds
LS1 3AB
United Kingdom

53.8011621, -1.5490969

    Date
    Wed 15 Jul 2026
    18:30 - 19:30

    Ticket price

    Accessibility
    Accessible toilet
    Assistance dogs welcome
    Baby changing facilities
    Dementia friendly
    Wheelchair accessible
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