The new conductor of the Abbots Langley Orchestra will be playing his first concert.

Gonzalo Acosta, who is also currently the associate leader of the English National Opera, has been working closely with the Abbots Langley Orchestra to present a varied classical winter concert.

The concert, which will take place on December 6, will feature music by Rossini, Haydn and Tchaikovsky.

It will be held St Lawrence Church at 7.30pm.

There will be mulled wine and mince pies served during the interval and the audience will also get the chance to meet Mr Acosta and members of the orchestra.

For information on tickets email lynnewatkins@gmail.com.