MUSIC fans will be able to enjoy an evening of classical entertainment next month.

The Darlington Orchestra Summer Concert 2019 takes place on Saturday, July 6 at 7.30pm at Central Hall in the Dolphin Centre.

The orchestra will present a wide-ranging programme of light classical music including opera music, early music, some lesser-known tunes by Edward Elgar, a variety of folk dances and a Slavonic Rhapsody plus an uplifting march by Eric Coates.

Special guests, to be announced nearer the time, will perform two ten-minute sets during the concert. In addition, a printed programme is included in admission price and provides concertgoers with brief explanations about the music and composers; with a version written specially for five to 11-year-olds.

Conductor David Plews said: “I’m looking forward to directing Darlington Orchestra in its much-anticipated summer concert. With huge commitment from its talented players, the orchestra is sounding better than ever.

“We’ll present a selection from Wagner’s searching and strident opera ‘Die Meistersinger’, delightful children’s dances from Kodály, the beautiful majesty of Purcell’s music and much more.

“Our informal and informative style of presentation means you’ll have a great night of live music whether it’s your first or 101st orchestral concert! I look forward to welcoming you to Central Hall.”

Further details of the summer programme will be available in the next few weeks. For updates, follow the orchestra on Twitter and Facebook.

Ticket for the event, costing £7 or £5 concessions, are available from the Dolphin Centre, Darlington or by calling 01325-406000.