Commissioned for the centenary of the TUC, Maclom Arnold's depiction of the spirit of the peaceful demonstration in the post-Napoleonic depression interrupted by the nervous and brutal militia is typically melodic and direct.

'...it is to the Salomon Orchestra's credit that it not only programmed the work, but gave it a performance of great power which showed the real stature of the music...thank you for this performance: it was a privilege to hear it.' SEEN AND HEARD UK CONCERT REVIEW.

Shostakovich Violin Concerto No.1

Prior to Jaroslaw Nadrzycki's first prize at Haverhill in 2008, awards included First Prize and the Audience Award at the first International Violinist Competition in Vilnius for the 100th anniversary of Jasha Heifetz' birthday in 2001, and earlier at the age of 12 he won the Grand Prix and Gold Medal at the Bacewicz National Violin Competition.

'...this was a performance of great standing which brought the work to life in all its manifestations..Not only did [Nadrzycki] have the technique to give a dazzling account of the concerto, but he had the emotional maturity to deliver a profoundly moving reading. ...The orchestra delivered a crisp, punchy accompaniment with some beautifully profound solo playing.'

Walton Symphony No.1

The remarkable energy, malice and melancholy of the first 3 movements of Walton's first symphony resonate with a world in 1934 moving towards conflict, but the underlying rage is said to be due to Walton's girlfriend leaving him, born out by the optimistic turn of the final movement completed in 1935 at the beginning of a new relationship.

'...glorious in its exultation.' SEEN AND HEARD UK CONCERT REVIEW.