The Space Scratch Symphony

The Space Scratch Symphony is a world first, a symphony composed for - and with input from - Leicester & Leicestershire music students with inspiration and involvement from students in schools in the city and county by composer Elizabeth Kelly and award-winning turntablist Jon1st with Leicestershire Music and the Leicestershire Schools Symphony Orchestra (LSSO)

The piece is scored for symphony orchestra, 3-part chorus and turntables.

The world premier performance took place at De Montfort Hall, Leicester on Tuesday 25th June as part of Leicestershire Music's Out of this World concert. An evening of Space related music performed by young people from Leicester & Leicestershire.

We will be updating this page with further information about the piece and the project shortly!

Feedback about the Space Scratch Symphony

"The scratch symphony concert this week was a delight. Such a variety of musicians working together to create a very memorable performance. It was wonderful to see the LSSO especially play such a key part"

"I enjoyed playing a variety of pieces and having different opportunities provided over the years to develop my confidence and playing."

"I love how inclusive this band is. I love how serious but relaxed the atmosphere is and I have made friends that I will treasure for life as well."

"All of the people that I can talk to and make friends. It's great to talk and learn about all of the different instruments and their other hobbies as well. The variety of music and how they challenge my playing in lots of different ways. The overall atmosphere and sense of community and support is amazing. The amount of extra events that I can be part of that are unique and fun."