Review of The Viennese New Year’s Day Concert by Kevin Dowson.

With only 20 seats laid out for the orchestra one wondered whether the sound produced was going to take the impressive first night audience for the Worcester On Stage Professional Orchestra (WOSPO), by storm.

I'm delighted to say that they were not disappointed. This new ensemble made an impressive sound as it was confidently led by its inaugural local conductor Stuart Blake.

For a programme that was so well known that any musical ensemble would have a hard time delivering a convincing authentic interpretation, but this is precisely what the WOSPO did.

They played with absolute confidence, sensitivity and elegance, complementing the glittering Guildhall venue. 

Worcester On Stage company manager Alan Feeney was keen to point out to all present that his aim was to present "high standard musical experiences for all to enjoy" - this he certainly did.