Celebrating 90 years with BBC National Orchestra of Wales

In the spring of 2018 BBC National Orchestra of Wales celebrates its 90th birthday, and to mark this milestone the orchestra is inviting people to share their stories and experiences.

Published: 21 November 2017 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:29 PM

In the spring of 2018 BBC National Orchestra of Wales celebrates its 90th birthday, and to mark this milestone the orchestra is inviting people to share their stories and experiences.

Stories could include seeing or performing with the orchestra, meeting a musician or taking part in a workshop. The stories gathered will for part of the birthday celebrations in 2018.

Share a story with BBC NOW on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNOW or @BBCNOWCymraeg or via email to now@bbc.co.uk. For more information visit BBC NOW.

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