The Agora was filled with the wonderful sounds of a full symphony orchestra yesterday as the Lister Community Orchestra met for the very first time. Not only did the orchestra take on one of the biggest challenges in classical music – Mahler’s 9th Symphony – they did it in one day.

Players came together from schools and ensembles from across Newham and London to perform. Read more and view our gallery by clicking here – how many familiar faces can you spot?!