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The Rock Orchestra is a British orchestra that performs arrangements of popular rock and metal songs.[1] The orchestra performs covers of popular songs from the rock and metal genres. Its stage shows feature skeletal-themed attire and face masks.[1][2] The ensemble often performs by candlelight.[3] Their lineup includes classical instruments, such as violins and cellos.[1][4] The show's creator, Nathan Reed, described the idea behind the show as a spin-off of a club he was involved with: “It really started as a spin-off event. We had been running the Festival of the Dead, which we describe as a carnival, come circus, come clubbing experience. But lockdown curtailed these big weekend events."[5]
Its stage show features giant headbanging skull puppets.[6] The group incorporates electric instruments, effects pedals, and amplifiers, creating a powerful and unconventional sound.[5][2]
The group has toured in the UK and the US. The orchestra's logistics involve an 18-ton truck, two tour buses, and a crew of 24, who prepare the ensemble's live shows.[5]
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 Young, Chris (2022-09-05). "REVIEW: Rock Orchestra by Candlelight at St George's Hall". Telegraph & Argus. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
- 1 2 Palm, Mike (2025-02-10). "Review: Rock Orchestra pulls off marriage of rock, classical music in Pittsburgh show". Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
- ↑ Yukon, Pat (2024-04-29). "THE ROCK ORCHESTRA By Candlelight In Myrtle Beach, SC With Photos!". KBUE. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
- ↑ Edwards, Lorna (2021-09-16). "Review The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight at Switch". The News (Portsmouth). Retrieved 2025-02-10.
- 1 2 3 Anson, John (2022-01-21). "What is the Rock Orchestra by Candlelight all about?". Lancashire Telegraph. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
- ↑ Hall, Deborah (2022-11-04). "Otherworldly experience as Rock Orchestra plays amazing candlelit set in Hull". Hull Daily Mail. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
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