BBC Big Band: The Sound of Cinema

Inspired by some of the greatest movie soundtracks of all time, the internationally renowned BBC Big Band are joined by legendary conductor Barry Forgie and special guest vocalist Emer McParland, to celebrate The Sound of Cinema.

Through a wonderfully diverse repertoire, arranged and curated by 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’, ‘The Pink Panther’ ‘Shaft’, and of course ‘James Bond’ – all performed in the BBC Big Band’s own inimitable style!

The BBC Big Band:

Regarded as one of the world’s finest and most versatile Orchestras, The BBC Big Band continues to delight audiences around the world through their broadcasts on BBC Radio and their live performances.

The Band has played with stars such as diverse as George Benson, Van Morrison, Georgie Fame, Tony Bennett, George Shearing, Michel Legrand, Phil Woods, Joe Lovano, Lalo Schifrin, Michael McDonald, Bob Brookmeyer and Ray Charles.

In addition to its regular studio and concert recordings, the BBC Big Band regularly gives live performances at major venues around the UK and abroad. Within the UK, the BBC Big Band is probably best known for its regular Monday night show Big Band Special and Friday Night is Music Night on BBC Radio 2, as well its appearances on BBC Radio 3’s Jazz Line Up. Its performances also reach huge global audiences through its regular broadcasts for the BBC World Service, satellite radio and via the BBC’s website services.