‘Founded in January 2016, Bristol Symphony is a new and exciting young orchestra for the City comprised of dynamic and talented players from across the region ... We work with a variety of established and emerging soloists, and with non-classical artists, from time to time. Bristol Symphony performs a core of three major concerts each year at a variety of venues ... Warmth, friendliness and a democratic approach characterise our outlook. We enjoy each other’s company, and support and develop one another’s playing ... Our aim is to rehearse and perform to the highest standard we can achieve, and to communicate the joy we have in making music to as wide an audience as possible.’