Wiltshire Police detective to perform with British Police Symphony Orchestra in Birmingham

A Wiltshire Police detective sergeant is preparing to take to the stage at Birmingham's Symphony Hall as part of a major concert celebrating fairytales, folklore and fantasy.

Detective Sergeant Myles Scott, who works in custody for Wiltshire Police, will perform with the British Police Symphony Orchestra (BPSO) on Saturday, 5 December 2026.

The annual concert, titled Once Upon a Symphony: Fairytales, Folklore and Fantasy, will bring together musicians from across the policing community for an evening of music inspired by popular stories and films.

The programme will include pieces inspired by well-known productions and stories such as Aladdin, Shrek, The Lord of the Rings, Hansel and Gretel and The Sorcerer's Apprentice.

Myles has been involved in orchestras and bands since primary school, maintaining his passion for music alongside his career in policing.

The British Police Symphony Orchestra brings together serving and retired police officers, police staff and members of the wider policing family from across the UK.

All musicians volunteer their time, using their musical talents to engage with communities while highlighting a different side of policing.

Speaking about his involvement, Myles said being part of the orchestra gives him an opportunity to step away from work and spend time with others who understand the pressures of working in the same profession.

He explained that performing music allows members to express their emotions while providing a supportive environment where colleagues can talk openly without judgement.

Myles dedicates one weekend each month to rehearsals and concerts, fitting the commitment around his police shift patterns.

On some occasions, this means finishing a night shift before travelling across the country to attend rehearsals.

Despite the demands, he described the experience as significant and rewarding.

He also highlighted the importance of the orchestra in bringing people from different areas of policing together, allowing them to support one another outside their usual working environment.

The performance offers audiences an opportunity to enjoy live orchestral music while supporting an organisation that brings together members of the policing community through a shared passion for music.

The concert is supported by NicheRMS365, with tickets available through the British Police Symphony Orchestra website.

Tickets and further event information can be found at https://www.bpso.org.uk/events/.

Event details

Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026

Venue: Symphony Hall, Birmingham

Concert: Once Upon a Symphony: Fairytales, Folklore and Fantasy

Tickets: https://www.bpso.org.uk/events/