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Over the years the Royal Forest of dean orchestra has had a number of guests and soloists help out at concerts. here are just a few who have been involved.

Category: Guests and Soloists

February 3, 2022Guests and Soloists

Grace Lewis (Oboist)

My name is Gracie, I’m 17 years old and love to play the oboe alongside studying for my A levels – psychology, music and a […]

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May 18, 2021Guests and Soloists

Liz Lane (Composer)

      Liz Lane’s music has been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, BBC1 and ITV, and played in major venues throughout the UK and […]

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May 17, 2021Guests and Soloists

Marie Roberts (Violin)

  Marie is a talented violinist who has been involved in music since she was in primary school.  She has studied under many different tutors […]

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November 25, 2019Guests and Soloists

Megan Jackson – Percussionist

Megan Jackson is a fourth year percussionist currently completing her final year at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama under the guidance of Patrick […]

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October 31, 2019Guests and Soloists

Jemma Hadley-Sharp: Percussionist / Composer

Jemma is an avid events performer with a passion for providing everyone she can with unforgettable musical experiences. From countless performances in care homes and […]

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June 14, 2019Guests and Soloists

Emily Stephens – Oboist

Emily, who has been a commended finalist in the Gloucestershire Young Musician of the Year contest, has been studying in Lübeck as part of her […]

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February 7, 2019Guests and Soloists

Christopher Gibbons

  After completing his BMus at Cardiff University, Christopher Gibbons went on to gain an MMus in solo performance at the Royal Northern College of […]

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May 10, 2018Guests and Soloists

Adam Heron (Pianist)

Born in Hong Kong in 1999, Adam Heron has established himself as one of today’s leading young pianists. He performed at the Keyboard Category Final […]

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Important Dates

Saturday  5th July 2025. Summer Concert – St Mary’s Priory Church, Chepstow.

Saturday 13th December 2025. Christmas and Winter Concert – St Peter’s Church, Newnham.

Saturday 4th July 2026. Carmen at St, Mary’s Church Chepstow. Soloists from RWCMD and new libretto by Euan Tait.

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