| Main Performers | Brian Blessed (Caveman) - speaker |
| Orchestra or Band | Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra (RPCO) |
| Set List | 'Ommadawn Part 1', M Oldfield,
'Hergest Ridge Part 1', M Oldfield,
'Moonlight Shadow', M Oldfield
INTERVAL
'Tubular Bell's Parts 1 and 2', M Oldfield (RPO, Brian Blessed),
'Hornpipe', E Elgar |
| Performance Notes | One of the most ground-breaking albums of all time, Tubular Bells will be presented live with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra this Autumn.
The iconic album will be played in full, as well as Ommadawn Part 1 and Hergest Ridge Part 1. The show comes ahead of the 50th anniversary of the album, with a companion album also set for release later this year. The musicians will perform to a stunning visual backdrop that uses the latest projection mapping technology.
The show will be a glorious technicolour tribute to Tubular Bells, one of the most iconic and seminal albums of all time. We aim to build on the legacy of this incredible music and bring a modern reworking to life with huge musical forces, projection mapping and special guests. Simon Dobson, conductor and arranger.
Actor Brian Blessed OBE will act as compere for the concerts, as well as performing the iconic parts of the Master of Ceremonies and The Caveman.
I must say it is a great honour to be part of such an iconic work of art. I first became aware of the legendary album in 1973 when I was appearing in I Claudius as the Emperor Augustus Caesar for the BBC TV. I must confess I was mesmerised at the time by Mike Oldfields creation. I am thrilled to bits to be given the opportunity to work with Simon and the orchestra to bring this wonderful music to life. *Brian Blessed OBE |
| Related Archival Material | Programme (RAHE/1/2022/110) |