Jonathan Dodd

Jonathan Dodd shares his review of the latest Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra (IWSO) concert. Images with kind permission of Allan Marsh. Ed On Saturday 14th March 2026, despite the unfriendly weather, music fans and stalwarts converged on the Medina Theatre to attend the fourth concert of the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra 2025-6 season. The house was full, and the anticipation of a great concert was visible on everyone’s faces.

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