WIN! National Symphony Orchestra New Year's Concert


Founded in the 1940s, the British National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) is one of the longest-established and most versatile professional freelance orchestras working in Britain today.

The NSO is admired for its ability to communicate, connecting with audiences with consistent commitment and passion.




The orchestra has recently found renewed energy and direction under its managing director, Justin Pearson, and this December is heading to China, with a very special New Year's Concert in Shanghai on December 30.

Enjoy the following set list:

  • Glinka - Ruslan & Ludmilla Overture
  • Dvorak - New World Symphony
  • Strauss - Die Fledermaus Overture
  • Strauss - Cuckoo Polka
  • Puccini - O Mio Babbino
  • Gounod - Romeo et Juliette: Juliets Aria (Soprano: Anna Wardell)
  • Strauss - Thunder & Lightning Polka
  • Strauss - Champagne Polka
  • My Fair Lady - I Could Have Danced All Night
  • Franz Lehar - Zigeunerliebe (Soprano: Anna Wardell)

  • Strauss - Blue Danube Waltzes


Chief Conductor: Paul Bateman


Chief conductor of the NSO, Paul Bateman is a versatile conductor, pianist, composer, and opera vocal director.

Chief Violinist: Samuel Staples