Imagine yourself going about your day, shopping at Trinity Leeds, when all of a sudden an orchestra begins to perform a lovely piece of classical music.
The Opera North Orchestra stunned shoppers in 2016 with a rendition of Ravel’s “Boléro” in this unexpected performance.
The musicians began with a snare drum and progressively added flute, harp, cello, and violin as they appeared from various locations throughout the mall.
Before long, shoppers realized they were watching a professional orchestra perform on a grand scale.
The audience was enthralled when additional musicians joined in, some of whom were even performing on escalators.
Many online viewers were astonished by the orchestra’s inventive technique of coming together and commented on how enjoyable it must have been to see in person.
Shoppers are often delighted by Opera North’s unexpected performances at Trinity. In a another well-known video, opera singer Rafael Rojas dazzles the audience with “Nessun Dorma.”
Leeds has seen Opera North’s flash mobs become well-known, and many viewers have expressed a wish to relocate there merely to witness these live performances.
Opera North’s YouTube channel offers a chance to relive these experiences even if you are unable to visit Leeds.