Wirral-born pianist William Bracken performs Beethoven’s monumental Hammerklavier Sonata, plus an exploration of Chopin’s genius. “…courage and stamina and musicality in abundance… an ability to hold an audience in the palm of his hand…” Ivan Hewett, The Telegraph “intelligent curiosity and expressive flair… a monumental performance…” Tim Parry, International Piano Magazine “Formidable…” Richard Bratby, The […]
Two contrasting yet complementary musical worlds come together for an unforgettable evening of Flamenco and Classical music. The first set features Duo Cantelina, the dynamic musical partnership hailed as “such as an amazing talent” by the General Consul of Spain. Mezzo-soprano Sophie Clarke and guitarist Ravi Nathwani, fresh from the Royal Northern College of Music […]
Original compositions, arrangements of Mediterranean music, dance, and improvisation Other White Background comes from a need to celebrate the composer’s Mediterranean identity, after five wonderful years in the UK, through my multifaceted musical identity: player, singer, improviser, mover, composer. Leda Mileto will be sharing her original compositions with an audience for the first time ever […]
Mitch Benn is Asking Elvis The King is back! Mitch Benn resurrects Elvis from BBC Radio 2’s legendary “Steve Wright in the Afternoon” show, to answer hunks of burning questions about life, death, cheeseburgers and everything in between… including the story of how Mitch managed to be possibly the most popular thing on the most […]
When, years ago, a teenage Mitch discovered American comic songwriting legend Tom Lehrer, the course of his life was changed forever. Mitch looks at the legacy of the elusive Lehrer, the creative debt he, and all those who mix humour and melody, owe to him and performs some of the more Lehreresque of his own […]
A spiritual exploration of the connection between music, dance, and physical theatre in solidarity with the people of Palestine. Proceeds go to Medical Aid for Palestinians.
Chaminuka MBIRA School warmly invites families and people of all ages to join them in exploring traditional Zimbabwean Mbira music through engaging workshops where you can learn to play and sing along with authentic instruments like MBIRA, HOSHO, and NGOMA. Its also a chance to meet like-minded people, and discuss culture. All are welcome. You […]
Kettner Society presents: Cristian Sandrin performs piano sonatas by Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert, in a thrilling musical feast of intimacy and elemental fire. Hailed by critics on both sides of the Atlantic for his immaculate technique, crystalline clarity and mature interpretations, Cristian Sandrin’s latest programme is inspired by Prospero’s speech in Shakespeare’s play The Tempest […]
A piano recital of wit, wonder and wizardry. Popular classics from Liszt to Lennon, laced with musical anecdotes and tongue-in-cheek humour. Act I: The Classical Greats Act II: The Jazz Age & Beyond Millions of notes, and some jokes! About the concert Tyler Hay is an artist of rare talent, a true ‘pianist of the […]
A one-woman show blending experimental music, singing/songwriting, stand-up comedy to tell the story of a life-changing heart surgery This is a story about hearts, and how about sometimes they break. Athanasia is an award-winning composer, singer/songwriter and rising star in stand-up comedy. In this heartfelt, vulnerable, wholesome show, she combines her diverse skills to tell […]