This winter and spring Illuminate is returning to its touring seasons. We have the wonderful Trio Sonorité, consisting of pianist Jelena Makarova, cellist Daryl Giuliano and clarinettist Neyire Ashworth, as Illuminate’s performers in residence. They will be performing an array of works by women from the past and present including works by Louise Farrenc, Errollyn […]
Acclaimed New Zealand musician Nadia Reid is praised the world over for her intimate, complex songwriting. She is described by The Guardian as ‘an understated, wise guide through uncertain territory’ while her lyrics are called ‘allegorical…brutally honest’ by The Revue. What brings Reid’s lyrics to life is her unique voice and accompanying soundscapes that seem […]
Enjoy a romantic evening with classical music presented by Gey Teal Music. The recital features some of the most iconic compositions from the romantic period, composed by Brahms, Chopin, Rachmaninoff… Submerge yourself with acoustic music in the intimate venue! Bar opens from 6.30pm. Musicians Wai Sing Chang @mrcello26 – Cello Johanna Leung @johannaleung_cl – Clarinet […]
The imagined meeting back in the day (1890s/1900s) of musicians from Manchester’s Irish and Jewish neighbourhoods (Angel Meadow and Red Bank) straddling the life-giving but noxious River Irk, a meeting realised in music, spoken word, and visualisations. The show took Manchester by storm in 2015 when it played to three full houses at the Manchester […]
The Apex Singers are excited to be performing their annual Christmas concert at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation. The show will feature festive favourites from their Christmas EP Snowed In and their latest release, Stravaig. Established in 2019 by Artistic Director Ollie Lambert, The Apex Singers are an 8-part vocal ensemble creating innovative vocal music […]
Sumptuous, seasonal favourites and original pop arrangements coupled with Manchester Vocal Ensemble’s signature rich vocal harmonies. Manchester Vocal Ensemble is a contemporary vocal group with a focus on providing a fresh approach to a cappella singing. Formed in 2019, the group is a collective of accomplished musicians with a shared vision to make inspiring vocal […]
Sumptuous, seasonal favourites and original pop arrangements coupled with Manchester Vocal Ensemble’s signature rich vocal harmonies. Manchester Vocal Ensemble is a contemporary vocal group with a focus on providing a fresh approach to a cappella singing. Formed in 2019, the group is a collective of accomplished musicians with a shared vision to make inspiring vocal […]
Musical Mayhem Manchester are thrilled to be bringing you our first ever production ‘A Merry Musical Cabaret.’ Join us on 15th December for an evening of musical theatre classics and a few of your festive favourites, whilst celebrating emerging and established performers with links to the North of England! Our cabaret begins at 7PM with […]
Emma McPhilemy & Jenni Watson are delighted to present music from their debut album Unlocked. The pair push the limits of the classical saxophone genre through drawing on their diverse musical experiences, whilst respecting the legacy of the instrument. Unlocked is a series of original works by Jenni in new guises, plus collaboratively conceived music […]
Winner of the RNCM Creative Innovators Award, Healing Our Child Within transforms the real, vulnerable childhood stories into animation film and live music. Featuring the laureate of the 2017 Zachodniopomorski Chopin Competition and the winner of the National Cello Competition, guest pianist Roksana Dabkowska and cellist FangNing Dong take us on an intimately ruminative and […]