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As one of the UK's leading promoters of chamber music outside London,
we are dedicated to presenting the best in classical music for small ensembles
in an informal atmosphere. Driven by the belief that music has the power to
change and enrich people’s lives, we aim to thrill wide and diverse audiences
with the unique intensity of performances in an intimate setting

For more about Music in the Round, visit our website at www.musicintheround.co.uk

15/06/2026

A few weeks on, here’s a look back at our Sheffield Chamber Music Festival 2026... and what a festival it’s been!

This year, almost 4000 tickets were bought across the 23 events!

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for our concerts, talks and events, from venues all over Sheffield and surrounding areas (and from all hours of the day)! You made every one of them so special and it’s our audiences which make SCMF a success. We’re looking forward to next year already!

Here are just a few highlights and reflections from an unforgettable 9 days.

What were your standout moments?

TODAY: Schools’ Concert: The Storm Whale, for participating schools only. Paul Rissmann (composer) has created a brand-n...
05/06/2026

TODAY:
Schools’ Concert: The Storm Whale, for participating schools only.

Paul Rissmann (composer) has created a brand-new piece of music based around the modern-classic children’s books by Benji Davies, which includes songs for classes to learn and join in with in the concert.

The Storm Whale tells the story of a boy, a whale washed up on the beach and friendships that will change their lives forever and echo down the generations. Benji Davies’ heart-warming tales of friendship, love and courage are brought to life through music specially written to accompany the book.

🎫 SCHOOLS’ CONCERT: THE STORM WHALE Ensemble 360
🗓️ Fri 5 June, Various Times
📍 St Margaret’s Church, Barking & Dagenham

More info here:
https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/schools-concert-the-storm-whale-barking/

TODAY: A brand-new storybook concert, based on the modern classic book series by Benji Davies. The Storm Whale tells the...
02/06/2026

TODAY:
A brand-new storybook concert, based on the modern classic book series by Benji Davies.

The Storm Whale tells the story of a child, and a whale washed up on the beach, and friendships that will change their lives forever and echo down the generations. These heart-warming tales of friendship, love and courage are brought to life through music specially written to accompany the book by our Children’s Composer-in-Residence, Paul Rissmann.

Perfect for 3 to 7 year-olds and their families, this illustrated and narrated storybook concert is brought to Cast with Music in the Round, the producers of previous popular family concerts Izzy Gimzo, Giddy Goat and Sir Scallywag. It is a wonderful introduction to a live concert experience, brimming with wonderful music, memorable songs, images from the book and plenty of chances to join in.

“The Storm Whale tells a simple but powerful story about loneliness and the love between a parent and child… The world may be as big and lonely and incomprehensible as the ocean, but still it’s possible to find tremendous, heart-stopping tenderness.” The New York Times on the book.

🎫 FAMILY CONCERT: THE STORM WHALE Ensemble 360
🗓️ Tues 2 June, Various Times
📍 Chelmsford Theatre Studio, Chelmsford

Tickets and more info here:
https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/storybook-concert-the-storm-whale/

26/05/2026

TODAY:
For Music in the Round’s first concert at The Place, Gemma Rosefield (Ensemble 360, Leonore Piano Trio) plays some of Bach’s most intimate works, interspersing music with conversation and questions. You’ll be sitting just metres away from this amazing musician, described as “a mesmerising musical treasure” by The Strad, performing spine-tingling music with her heart and soul in The Place, an intimate space where the audience surrounds the performer on three sides.

Immerse yourself in the intricate melodies of these cello masterpieces. From the haunting prelude to an energetic gigue, the many movements of each suite showcase the versatility and expressiveness of the cello.

These works are some of the most frequently performed and recognisable solo compositions ever written for cello and regularly feature in film and television soundtracks.

🎫 BACH FOR SOLO CELLO Gemma Rosefield of Ensemble 360
🗓️ Tues 26 May, 7.30pm
📍 The Place Theatre, Bedford

Tickets and more info here:
https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/bach-for-solo-cello/

TODAY: For Music in the Round’s first concert at The Place, Gemma Rosefield (Ensemble 360, Leonore Piano Trio) plays som...
26/05/2026

TODAY:
For Music in the Round’s first concert at The Place, Gemma Rosefield (Ensemble 360, Leonore Piano Trio) plays some of Bach’s most intimate works, interspersing music with conversation and questions. You’ll be sitting just metres away from this amazing musician, described as “a mesmerising musical treasure” by The Strad, performing spine-tingling music with her heart and soul in The Place, an intimate space where the audience surrounds the performer on three sides.

Immerse yourself in the intricate melodies of these cello masterpieces. From the haunting prelude to an energetic gigue, the many movements of each suite showcase the versatility and expressiveness of the cello.

These works are some of the most frequently performed and recognisable solo compositions ever written for cello and regularly feature in film and television soundtracks.

🎫 BACH FOR SOLO CELLO Gemma Rosefield of Ensemble 360
🗓️ Tues 26 May, 7.30pm
📍 The Place Theatre, Bedford

Tickets and more info here:
https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/bach-for-solo-cello/

TODAY: A brand-new storybook concert, based on the modern classic book series by Benji Davies. The Storm Whale tells the...
26/05/2026

TODAY:
A brand-new storybook concert, based on the modern classic book series by Benji Davies.

The Storm Whale tells the story of a child, and a whale washed up on the beach, and friendships that will change their lives forever and echo down the generations. These heart-warming tales of friendship, love and courage are brought to life through music specially written to accompany the book by our Children’s Composer-in-Residence, Paul Rissmann.

Perfect for 3 to 7 year-olds and their families, this illustrated and narrated storybook concert is brought to Cast with Music in the Round, the producers of previous popular family concerts Izzy Gimzo, Giddy Goat and Sir Scallywag. It is a wonderful introduction to a live concert experience, brimming with wonderful music, memorable songs, images from the book and plenty of chances to join in.

“The Storm Whale tells a simple but powerful story about loneliness and the love between a parent and child… The world may be as big and lonely and incomprehensible as the ocean, but still it’s possible to find tremendous, heart-stopping tenderness.” The New York Times on the book.


🎫 FAMILY CONCERT: THE STORM WHALE Ensemble 360
🗓️ Tues 26 May, 1.30pm
📍 The Place Theatre, Bedford

Tickets and more info here:
https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/family-concert-the-storm-whale-7/

TODAY: A brand-new storybook concert, based on the modern classic book series by Benji Davies. The Storm Whale tells the...
24/05/2026

TODAY:
A brand-new storybook concert, based on the modern classic book series by Benji Davies.

The Storm Whale tells the story of a child, and a whale washed up on the beach, and friendships that will change their lives forever and echo down the generations. These heart-warming tales of friendship, love and courage are brought to life through music specially written to accompany the book by our Children’s Composer-in-Residence, Paul Rissmann.

Perfect for 3 to 7 year-olds and their families, this illustrated and narrated storybook concert is brought to Cast with Music in the Round, the producers of previous popular family concerts Izzy Gimzo, Giddy Goat and Sir Scallywag. It is a wonderful introduction to a live concert experience, brimming with wonderful music, memorable songs, images from the book and plenty of chances to join in.

“The Storm Whale tells a simple but powerful story about loneliness and the love between a parent and child… The world may be as big and lonely and incomprehensible as the ocean, but still it’s possible to find tremendous, heart-stopping tenderness.” The New York Times on the book.


🎫 FAMILY CONCERT: THE STORM WHALE
🗓️ Sun 24 May, Various Times
📍 Stoller Hall, Manchester

Tickets and more info here:
https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/family-concert-the-storm-whale-8/

TODAY: A Relaxed performance of Music in the Round’s new storybook concert based on Benji Davies’ beloved The Storm Whal...
23/05/2026

TODAY:
A Relaxed performance of Music in the Round’s new storybook concert based on Benji Davies’ beloved The Storm Whale 🌊🐋

With a pre-concert ‘Meet the Musicians’ session, raised lights, open doors and a relaxed atmosphere, this welcoming performance is designed for audiences who may benefit from a more flexible concert environment. People with an Autism Spectrum, sensory or communication disorder or learning disability, those with age-related impairments and parents/carers with babies are all encouraged to join us for these special events.

It will be a welcoming, inclusive introduction to a live concert experience, brimming with wonderful music, memorable songs, images from the book and chances to join in, should you wish.

Featuring live music, songs, beautiful illustrations and chances to join in.

🎫 RELAXED CONCERT: THE STORM WHALE
🗓️ Sat 23 May, 11am
📍 Stoller Hall, Manchester

Tickets and more info here:

https://musicintheround.co.uk/events/relaxed-concert-the-storm-whale/

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