Ben George

Instrument
French Horn
Outside of BPO, what is your occupation?
Peripatetic Music Teacher
How long have you been a member of BPO?
Since 2022
What inspired you to take up your instrument?
As a young person, the fabulous sound of the French horns on countless movie soundtracks
How did you come to join the orchestra?
I have been a ‘dep’, or ‘extra’ player with the orchestra since 2009
Most treasured occasion with the BPO?
Too many to list, but have particularly enjoyed playing the music of Strauss, Mahler & Bruckner, all of which have some fantastic moments for the horn section.
Any moments you would rather forget?
Not so far…!
Favourite composer? Least favourite composer?
I’m not sure I have a favourite, or least favourite composer!
Work(s) you would like to play before you die?
Mahler 2