West Midlands Metro customers are in for a musical treat next week when the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra’s (CBSO) world-renowned Music Director stages a series of performances on board trams between Wolverhampton and Birmingham.
Kazuki Yamada, the Music Director of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, will be creating a captivating piano soundtrack for passengers travelling across the region- all completely free.
The performances on Tuesday, August 27, and Thursday, August 29, are part of a CBSO in the City week-long series of events designed to showcase the orchestra’s talents. From Beethoven to iconic movie themes, expect music to surprise and delight in unexpected locations throughout the region.
These tram performances highlight the partnership between Metro and the orchestra, a collaboration that has thrilled music lovers and musicians alike in the past year.
Michael Reading Skilton, Metro’s Head of Commercials, shared his excitement: “Our partnership, which offers discounted travel to CBSO ticketholders and performers, has been a resounding success since its launch last year. We’re proud to support the arts and enrich the cultural landscape across the region we serve.”
The impromptu two-hour performances will take place from 10.30 am on both days, and you can find more information here. For details of the exact tram timings, updates will be provided on the Metro’s social media channels.
“We can’t wait to welcome Kazuki aboard our trams, and we’re sure his performances will make for some memorable journeys for customers who will have the chance to listen to one of the country’s top pianists for the price of a Metro ticket!” Michael added.
