REVIEWS
"This was a demanding piece which Henley Symphony Orchestra tackled with relish, urged along by their excellent conductor. A magnificent ending to an enjoyable evening."
Henley Standard
8 July 2024
"Music transported me to sun-drenched Spain with scent of oranges"
Henley Standard
20 November 2023
“The second movement was particularly polished, with some lovely cello harmonies and delicate handling by the strings.”
Henley Standard
03 July 2023
“….a great showcase for the virtuosic talents of the orchestral musicians, it was clear that the members of Henley Symphony Orchestra had risen to the challenge with relish.”
Henley Herald
29th March 2023
“Every section of the orchestra had clearly worked hard to overcome the technical difficulties Beethoven presents, with the second violins leading the tricky fugue of the Scherzo, bubbling interpolations by members of the woodwind, and the confidently executed fourth horn solo in the Adagio movement.”
Henley Standard
21 March 2022
"The members and supporters of Henley Symphony Orchestra had much to celebrate on Sunday evening when they gathered at the Hexagon for the third fixture in their 50th anniversary season."
Henley Standard
15th March 2020
“The impressive array of five double-basses, highly visible on their own podium, gave a visibly rock-solid and purposeful underpinning throughout the work.”
Henley Standard
25th March 2019
"Henley Symphony Orchestra’s annual outing to the Hexagon, Reading, was an inspired event"
Henley Herald
21st March 2018
"Revelation and surprises in equal measure"
Henley Herald
26th November 2014
"Walker’s faith in the orchestra’s ability to deliver was matched by the musicians’ obvious respect for his energy, expertise and confidence in producing such a memorable performance."
Henley Standard
25 March 2024
"We were extremely lucky to be able to take our children, aged two and four, to such an impressive yet welcoming musical performance."
Henley Standard
18 December 2023
Polished performance by Henley Symphony Orchestra
Henley Herald
14th November 2023
“The sustained applause given to both pianist and orchestra was testimony to the genuine joy experienced by those listening to this spectacular music.”
Henley Standard
03 April 2023
“I always admire the sheer energy and musicianship of this group of players in concert.”
Henley Herald
17th March 2022
"The players showed great control and empathy"
Henley Herald
15th March 2020
"The Henley Symphony Orchestra likes to do things in style and this concert — its 21st at the Hexagon — was no exception."
Henley Standard
26th March 2018
"The orchestra’s handling of many prolonged contrapuntal passages in the first section was remarkable."
Henley Herald
10th November 2013
"The thrilling result owed much to the consummate musicianship and command of HSO's conductor, Ian Brown."
Henley Standard
"The passion for the music was particularly seen from the cellists who seemed to make their cellos dance to the music."
Henley Herald
9th September 2013