From the very first note of the Marvel fanfare, it was clear that this wasn’t just a concert—it was a full-blown event, a love letter to the Infinity Saga, led by a conductor who was clearly having as much fun as the audience. David Mahoney, at the helm of the Novello Orchestra, didn’t just lead the musicians; he lived every note, oozing personality and enthusiasm, making sure the evening was as entertaining as it was musically masterful.
David Mahoney: The Sorcerer Supreme of the Orchestra. Mahoney isn’t just a conductor; he’s a showman, and his infectious energy radiated across the Royal Festival Hall like a blast from Mjolnir. Every sweeping motion of his baton seemed to channel the sheer power of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, guiding the orchestra through some of the most iconic film scores of the last two decades. Whether it was the booming, triumphant blast of The Avengers theme, the haunting elegance of Black Panther, or the rock-infused madness of Thor: Ragnarok, the Novello Orchestra performed with such precision, passion, and power that it was often more thrilling to watch them than the clips on screen.
The best moments came when Mahoney allowed the orchestra to take centre stage, letting the music speak for itself. The intricate layers of Alan Silvestri, Ludwig Göransson, Michael Giacchino, and Danny Elfman’s compositions were played to perfection, with the musicians hitting every note as if they were assembling alongside the Avengers themselves.
It wasn’t just the orchestra that made the night special—the audience played their part too, turning the concert into a Marvel fan gathering like no other. Looking across the hall, it was impossible to miss the cosplayers in full force—at least one Spider-Man, Thor, Loki (who got a massive pop from the crowd), Captain Marvel, and Doctor Strange were all in attendance, making the experience feel like a live-action crossover event.
The fans didn’t just sit and watch; they whooped, clapped, and cheered at every major moment, from the first swelling notes of the Avengers Assemble theme to the cosmic anthems of Guardians of the Galaxy. The energy was contagious, creating an electric atmosphere that turned the night into something far bigger than just a concert—it was a celebration.
For two hours, Mahoney and the Novello Orchestra transported everyone into the heart of the MCU, proving that the power of live music can rival even the most spectacular CGI battles. Their technical mastery and deep passion for the material made this not just a performance, but an experience—one that left the audience cheering for an encore like it was the post-credits scene of Endgame.
If you’ve ever felt goosebumps when the Marvel Studios logo flashed on screen, or if you’ve ever hummed the Avengers theme on your way out of the cinema, then this is the concert for you. David Mahoney and the Novello Orchestra didn’t just play the music—they lived it.
A musical Endgame for Marvel fans!
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