BBC Proms: Symbiosis - Paraorchestra and The Breath

Paraorchestra return to BBC Proms Bristol this August with Symbiosis - a dynamic collaboration with Ríoghnach Connolly and Stuart McCallum, better known as genre-defying and deeply affecting duo, The Breath. 

In Symbiosis, The Breath’s rich tapestry of uncompromising compositions for voice, guitar, flute, and shruti will be supercharged and lifted by ‘responding composer’ Oliver Vibrans, who has orchestrated parts for an array of rare and unusual instrumentation for Paraorchestra.

In this special collaboration we invite you to observe the orchestra as a living, breathing sonic organism. A 36-piece Paraorchestra ensemble seamlessly fuses with the earth-elemental vocals and folkloric lyricism of Connolly and virtuoso guitar playing of McCallum, submerging you in a rich and poetic soundworld.

Rather than simply accompanying The Breath, Vibrans and Paraorchestra are transforming and expanding their songs into new landscapes that are lush, unpredictable, and emotionally resonant. Expect to be surprised, delighted, and uplifted.