Art and Music Collide at Hull City Hall During Jewels of the East Performance with Hull Philharmonic Orchestra

An evening of live orchestral music, projection art and creative collaboration transformed Hull City Hall into a spectacular celebration of creativity during the Jewels of the East performance by the

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Local artist and creative marketer Helen Gill saw her artwork projected onto the iconic City Hall organ as part of the immersive visual experience accompanying the live performance. The event brought together orchestral music, lighting, digital projection and artwork from members of the Feral Art community, creating a powerful blend of traditional performance and modern creative technology.

The evening showcased how music and visual art can work together to create a truly atmospheric experience, with audiences treated to stunning orchestral arrangements alongside large-scale projection visuals across the historic venue.

“The whole evening felt surreal,” said Helen. “Seeing my artwork projected inside Hull City Hall, alongside work from other artists in the Feral Art community, while the orchestra performed live was incredibly special.”

The performance was led by the orchestra’s conductor in a celebration that combined classical music with innovative visual storytelling. Helen also spoke of her pride in watching fellow creative and musician Graziana Presicce perform piano during the concert.

“The orchestra was incredible,” she added. “Every part of the evening was beautiful — the music, the lighting, the projections and the atmosphere created through the combination of live performance and technology.”

For many creatives, opportunities to publicly share work in large-scale productions can feel both exciting and daunting. Events such as Jewels of the East not only celebrate artistic talent within Hull, but also highlight the city’s growing reputation for collaborative and immersive creative experiences.

The event left audiences and participating artists alike inspired by the possibilities of combining art, music and digital innovation in new and meaningful ways.