Final rehearsals are underway as Chester Philharmonic Orchestra prepares to stage the final concert in its current season.

Taking place at Chester Cathedral on Saturday 27 June, The Power of Three will feature music by popular classical composers, including Brahms and Sibelius.

Chester Philharmonic Orchestra will also be joined on stage by special guests solo violinist Xander Croft and conductor Robin Wallington.

Opening with the Drysdale Overture, written in 1937 by New Zealand composer Douglas Lilburn, the concert will feature the Sibelius Violin Concerto, performed by rising young star of the classical world, Xander Croft.

A graduate of the Royal Northern College of Music, Xander performs on a Tommaso Carcassi violin from 1750, on loan from The Harrison-Frank Family Foundation. Xander has performed as a soloist and chamber musician throughout the UK and in Europe.

Joining the orchestra as guest conductor, Robin Wallington has built a reputation for versatility and dynamism across a wide range of contemporary and more established repertoire. He has worked extensively in opera, including tours with OperaUpClose as Music Director/Music Supervisor and as Assistant Conductor for English Touring Opera.

"As we bring our current season of concerts to a close, we are delighted to be joined by Xander Croft and Robin Wallington for this special concert showcasing works by three very different composers," said Diana Anderson, chair of Chester Philharmonic Orchestra.

"It promises to be an evening not to be missed."

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Further details and tickets for The Power of Three, Chester Philharmonic Orchestra's season finale at Chester Cathedral, can be found here.

Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Chester Cathedral box office.