Stephen Bell - Conductor
Described by International Record Review as "one of the most gifted younger British conductors", Stephen Bell studied at the Royal College of Music under the renowned conductor Norman Del Mar. He now finds himself increasingly in demand, both at home and abroad, with a wide variety of international orchestras. He was appointed Artistic Director of the City of Oxford Orchestra in and he was delighted to take up the post of Associate Conductor of the Hallé Pops in
sees him take up his exciting new post as Principal Guest Conductor of the RTÉ Concert Orchestra.
Stephen’s recent discography includes critically acclaimed CDs on the ASV, Naxos and Dutton labels, including two with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, a disc devoted to the music of Gordon Jacob and three world premiere recordings with violist Roger Chase and the BBC Concert Orchestra. saw three brand new releases, including A Christmas Celebration with the Hallé on its own label and a collaboration with award-winning vocalist Clare Teal on MUD Records. He has extensive broadcasting experience, frequently appearing on Classic FM as well as on BBC radio and television.
His diverse re
Stephen Bell, Conductor
Stephen has enjoyed considerable success with the now award-winning Northampton Male Voice Choir (current).
Stephen adores the Market Harborough Orchestra “beyond all reason” (current) which performs three high quality and sold out concerts every year to hugely appreciative audiences.
Stephen enjoys working with the mighty GUS band where he was appointed Associate Musical Director in working alongside Chris Jeans. Stephen was introduced by Chris to the magnificent young talent in Youth Brass where he stood in for Chris at the last minute for the Italy tour. Stephen was subsequently thrilled to be appointed Resident Musical Director for Youth Brass in Sept following in the footsteps of Gary Fountain
Stephen is in demand as an adjudicator and has enjoyed working with the Milton Keynes and Wellingborough Festival.
Stephen is Co-founder (with Connie Penn) of the Classical Spectacular “Picnic on the Lawn” concert series in Northampton and is the co-founder and artistic director of the charity NorthantsYouthMusic23
Whilst not making music Stephen has cultivated an impressive parallel career within the automotive industry. Stephen held a very senior positi
Friday Night is Music Night Friday Night is Music Night: John Williams&#;s 85th Birthday
Film critic Mark Kermode presents a special concert to celebrate the 85th birthday of composer John Williams.
A long time ago in a galaxy not so far, far away composer John Williams sat at his grand piano to sketch out ideas for his next film score. He knew little about the subject matter apart from the fact that it was a “spaceship film”. His friend Steven Spielberg had recommended him to the film’s producer who was called George Lucas. He set to work on the main theme – a blast of discordant brass – a fanfare to herald the start of the film. In later years he said – “I hope I wrote something mysterious, dramatic, and hugely effective”.
In the American Film Institute named the soundtrack to Star Wars as the most memorable film score of all time. On 8th February this great movie maestro celebrates his 85th birthday. He is perhaps the last great maestro who writes big orchestral music for the big screen – continuing a line which has included the likes of – Franz Waxman; Erich Korngold and Alfred Newman. He’s provided scores for more than films over a career spanning more than 5 decades in
NEWLY appointed Principal Guest Conductor of the RTE Concert Orchestra, Stephen Bell, will be performing his first concerts in Galway and Limerick.
The concerts will be a 90th birthday celebration of John Williams in Leisureland, Galway, 10 February and 11 February at the University Concert Hall in Limerick.
The Orchestra will be playing classic music from movies that Williams worked on, like Star Wars, E.T., Harry Potter and much more. Stephen Bell will be conductor at the event.
Stephen has been critically acclaimed as a conductor and horn player. He studied under renowned conductor Norman Del Mar, and he had a role as Principal Horn with the BBC Concert Orchestra until he retired from that role in
One of his big career highlights is his work with legendary American composer John Williams. He worked with Williams on two Star Wars movies, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of The Sith. He played the French Horn as a member of the orchestra when recording the soundtracks for these two movies.
Bell talked about his new role in the RTE Concert Orchestra following the announcement and what he brings to the table. &#;Having spent over 30 years as a pr
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