The award winning Wind Orchestra held their annual Children’s Hospital charity concert on Sunday, November 23.
Proceeds from this year’s concert will be donated to the Clown Doctors initiative at the Children’s Hospital.
By performing tricks and telling jokes, the specially trained Clown Doctors help to bring a cheerful atmosphere to the children’s wards.
They will visit sick children in the wards once a week to support them and their families through what can often be a traumatic time.
Stewart Campbell, Concerts Co-ordinator at the University of Sheffield, said: "I’m delighted that the Department of Music is hosting this concert, especially when it’s for such a good cause.
"There is something for everyone here, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to raise money for the hospital while enjoying an outstanding musical event."
Angela Tunn, Fundraising Administrator for the Children’s Hospital Charity said: "It’s brilliant, we love the support from the University. They give a lot of very good support to us. We are very grateful."
Led by their conductor Anthony Houghton, the orchestra performed a lively programme of music designed to appeal to all the family.
It included a musical production of Roald Dahl’s quirky take on the Little Red Riding Hood tale.
A family bookstall also contributed to the fundraising.
The event was part of the Department of Music’s autumn concert series.
Jennie Hurwood
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