Alison Balsom

Fresh from her second concert at the Hollywood Bowl, Royston's favourite musical hero returns to the school where it all started. Join multi-award winning trumpeter Alison Balsom in conversation for a one-off event exploring her life and work.

From her early days in Royston Town Band to the challenges of being a jet-setting mum... just what does it take to become an internationally acclaimed star?

As part of the event you will find out more about her work in education as Alison takes a student from Royston Music School through a brief masterclass. There will also be the opportunity to put your own questions to one of Britain's best-known musicians.