Alexander Laing: Violinist

Nicola Howdle reviewed this DECO concert:

On Friday 21 November the Great Hall (at Lichfield Cathedral School) played host to a very enjoyable evening of Baroque classics performed by the recently formed Darwin Ensemble Chamber Orchestra (DECO), Lichfield Cathedral's own orchestra.

Led by Alex Laing (Head of Strings at Lichfield Cathedral School) time passed quickly as the talented musicians, including Robin Crinson on oboe and Philip Scriven on harpsichord, played music from Bach, Handel and Pachelbel.

The atmosphere was delightful and the evening warmed by Alex who offered a brief and informative overview of each piece. It was a truly memorable and ‘feel-good’ occasion for all and particularly inspirational for all of the children watching. We really are very privileged to have such talented musicians on our doorstep. Please support them!

On Friday 21 November 2008, at 7.30pm, members of DECO perform a selection of Baroque favourites, to raise funds for Lichfield Cathedral's new orchestra: DECO.

Alex Laing directs a concert of Baroque favourites including Bach's Concerto for two violins in D minor and his Concerto for oboe and violin in C minor, all in the elegant setting of the Great Hall at Lichfield Cathedral School.

Funds will go towards paying the orchestra to perform concerts and services in the Cathedral.

DECO - The Darwin Ensemble Concert Orchestra has now arrived!

Lichfield Cathedral Chapter has generously donated the use of the Cathedral to host 3 concerts in 2009 : January 31, May 2 and September 26

The Orchestra will perform well known and popular Classical music, including, this year, Beethoven Symphony no 1, and Vivaldi's 4 Seasons

The artistic Director is Alexander Laing, the conductor is Philip Scriven. Anna Ambrose and Meredith Thompson are also involved in the day to day running of the Orchestra.

Funding for the Orchestra is being sought from Charitable Trusts and from corporate and personal sponsorship.

Please get in touch if you feel you can help this venture financially, whether by a donation or by becoming a "friend". Formal requests for sponsorship will appear soon. In the meantime Alexander Laing will supply more information on request.

The Darwin Ensemble Chamber Orchestra (DECO) now has a logo (shown right).

The group will perform its debut concert on 31 January at Lichfield Cathedral.