The TBSO is absolutely delighted to welcome the TBSO’s own concertmaster Thomas Cosbey to the stage to perform Samuel Barber’s violin concerto. This piece celebrates the strings of the orchestra with some of the most wickedly difficult writing for violin in the entire repertoire, while at the same time, showing off deeply lyrical and passionate melodies. Alongside this is the work of the incredible contemporary composer Jessie Montgomery. Her piece “Strum” is a romp through different string techniques, including heavy “pizzicato” in the style of great banjo playing – it feels like sitting outside on a hot summer night. Honnegar’s Pastorale d’été is a musical impression of a peaceful early summer morning in the Swiss Alps. It opens with a languorous soaring theme on the horn that transports us instantly to a bright, sunny mountainside.  Poulenc’s Sinfonietta leaves us with its fun, witty charm and eclectic dance rhythms. We’ll have you in the mood for warm nights and cool drinks and dancing on the beach with this concert.