Just as the BBC reported that Britain had a record number of spiders, the Brunel Sinfonia did its bit by brushing away its own summer cobwebs. Long unexercised fingers and lips got into action again at a rehearsal for Saturday's Brunel Celebration concert. Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance rang out, and the Burgon and Mozart received fresh airings. Thanks to all those playing with us for the first time – Saturday promises to be quite an occasion.