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Lovers of classical music have an opportunity to enjoy a unique concert in stunning surroundings while supporting Britain\u2019s emergency services.<\/p>\n

The Blue Light Symphony Orchestra<\/strong>, consisting of serving police, firefighters, paramedics, NHS staff, civilian support staff and ex-military who play instruments, will come together to perform for an audience at Smith Square Hall, London, SW1P 3HA<\/strong> on Friday 11^{th<\/sup> October 2024 at 7.30pm<\/strong>. <\/p>\n}

This not-to-be-missed event will be attended by a host of senior leaders including Chief Constables, Chief Fire Officers and Ambulance Trust Chief Executives from England and Wales and will be assisted by police and fire cadets as ushers.<\/p>\n

The concert will include favourites such as Beethoven\u2019s overture \u2018Egmont\u2019<\/strong> \u2013described by Orchestra founder Seb Valentine as \u201call the turmoil of the 5^{th<\/sup> Symphony distilled into fewer than 10 minutes\u201d. In addition, Mozart\u2019s Piano concerto No.20 in D minor<\/strong> \u2013 a stormy and dramatic piece, performed by former police officer Schay Wickam. And Tchaikovsky\u2019s Symphony No.5<\/strong> combining \u201cbitter coldness and fiery passion\u201d to deliver an explosive crescendo to a memorable evening.<\/p>\n}

\u201cThis unique concert is a celebration of the musical talent that exists within the UK\u2019s emergency services. It is a rare opportunity for these selfless individuals to show their human side and express themselves artistically,\u201d says Seb Valentine, a serving Surrey Police officer and graduate of the Royal College of Music, who founded the BLSO in 2016 and will fill the role of conductor. He adds: \u201cMusic has been scientifically proven to provide mental health benefits \u2013 both listening and playing \u2013 and we hope that the concert will provide audiences with nourishment for the soul and present the emergency services in an even more positive light.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tickets are \u00a321.60 with concessions for blue light workers, available online at: https:\/\/www.sinfoniasmithsq.org.uk\/book-online\/5801\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Proceeds will benefit The Blue Light Symphony Orchestra\u2019s charitable work, including its outreach activities and a music therapy programme tailored to the needs of emergency workers, building on a successful pilot in Surrey and Sussex in 2021.<\/p>\n

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NOTES TO EDITORS:<\/p>\n

Seb Valentine is available for interview, on 07773 372575.<\/p>\n

The Blue Light Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 1184720). Founded by Surrey Police Officer Seb Valentine in 2016, it exists to provide positive mental health benefits to emergency service personnel and to showcase the hidden musical talents that exist in the blue light services.<\/p>\n

BLSO runs day and weekend orchestra workshops with no ongoing commitment which makes them accessible to shift workers who cannot join other orchestras that rehearse regularly. <\/p>\n

A user led charity \u2013 four out of six trustees work in the emergency services. One of our trustees is a firefighter with the London Fire Brigade and a professional violinist, having toured with Pete Tong.<\/p>\n

Event: BLSO Concert 2024
Date: Friday 11th October 2024
Location: Smith Square Hall, London, SW1P 3HA
Time: VIP reception from 6pm, Concert at 7:30pm \u2013 9:40pm<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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