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CELEBRATING THE SONG Songs are the folk-memory of popular music: reassuringly human-sized melodies and lyrics that carry within them the spirit of an age. The subjects might be timeless – sex, love, death and protest – but a song’s power often lies in its particularity, the little details that drink in the flux of everyday life to end up reflecting great events and ideas, from a sea shanty of the Napoleonic wars to Dylan’s ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’. In CELEBRATING THE SONG, a landmark new series for the autumn Contemporary Gigs programme, St George’s links together concerts by some of the pre-eminent songwriters, singers and musicians of our time to present a real in-depth survey of the art and craft of the song. There’s classic rock songs in a debut performance by Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson; the peerless, theatrical pop and chanson of the great Marc Almond; an enthralling tribute to the legendary Tom Waits; the eight times Grammynominated singer-songwriter Janis Ian;
and enough folk to float a battleship: the Unthanks with the Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band (where a Northumbrian border ballad might lead into an arrangement of Nick Drake’s ‘Riverman’); a 70th birthday tour-date by Swarbrick and Carthy, whose repertoire spans the centuries; and the welcome return of troubadour Ralph McTell. A seasonal celebration by Steeleye Span, and June Tabor’s compelling reunion with rousing acoustic folk-rockers Oysterband complete a very strong strand. We also get to hear the heart-breakingly emotional, anti-apartheid era instrumental songs of the venerable South African jazz pianist (and very occasional singer) Abdullah Ibrahim; the cowboy ballads, country swing and galloping rockabilly of Jools Hollandfavourites Hot Club of Cowtown; and vocal reinventions of jazz and pop standards by Clare Teal and Gretchen Parlato. Taken as a whole, it’s a season to sing about.
St George’s Bristol would like to thank all of our supporters:
The Friends of St George’s Bristol
Garfield Weston Foundation
John Ellerman Foundation
The Rayne Foundation
HEARING THE SOUND If songs compress human experience, giving us tunes to whistle and a beginning, middle and end, sound can go on and on, stretching out time to lead who knows where. hearing the sound, our autumn Contemporary Gigs programme of instrumental music, focuses on some of the most interesting artists around, in a variety of genres. There’s the young improvising trio Phronesis, described as ‘... the most electrifying experience in British jazz’ by The Daily Telegraph, who are following their album ‘Live’ (voted Disc of the Year by Mojo and Jazzwise) with a programme of new material. In the must-see performance of Mike Oldfield’s minimalist prog-classic ‘Tubular Bells’ presented by Charles Hazlewood and Adrian Utley, with Goldfrapp’s Will Gregory among the band, the familiar themes can suddenly take a beguiling left-turn and go walkabout. The kora inventions of the great African master Toumani Diabate, appearing here with a new trio, confound expectations of conventional in and outpoints by using circular motifs to produce beneficent feelings of entrancement.
ECM star Christian Wallumrød returns with the sextet from his masterly ‘Fabula Suite Lugano’ album, where renaissance music meets ambient Nordic reflections in startlingly beautiful soundscapes whose acoustic purity fits the venue like a glove; the new US queen of jazz singers, Gretchen Parlato, mixes songs with state-of-the-art scat and vocalese; and while Abdullah Ibrahim might play some of the most affecting songs in jazz, his piano technique explores the extreme dynamics of sound, as those stately hymn-book chords start, eventually, to roll out their thunder. We end the season with a real treat: a complete performance of the Miles Davis album ‘Kind of Blue’ (along with other well-known Milesian tunes) by the sextet of Terry Seabrook’s Milestones, with Alan Barnes on sax. Phil Johnson Programmer Suzanne Rolt Director
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SEPTEMBER at a glance SAT 3 NICOLA BENEDETTI / BRISTOL CLASSICAL PLAYERS TUE 6 JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON SAT 17 UNTHANKS / BRIGHOUSE AND RASTRICK BAND MON 19 DERVLA KIRWAN POETRY CAN WED 21 DAVE SWARBRICK / MARTIN CARTHY FRI 23 INSTANT WIT COMEDY IMPROV WED 28 MARTIN ROSSITER THU 29 PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL SOLOISTS THU 29 RALPH MCTELL SOMEWHERE DOWN THE ROAD FRI 30 PAUL LEWIS SCHUBERT CYCLE IV
• contemporary gig • Classical concert • children’s and family concert • COMEDY / SPOKEN WORD EVENT
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Tue 6 Sep 7.30pm FOLK / ROCK
JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON After more than 40 years of leading legendary progressive folk-rock band Jethro Tull to sales of 60 million albums worldwide, Ian Anderson still pushes the envelope, now bringing his inimitable vocals, innovative flute playing, raw exuberance and consummate showmanship to dazzling, stripped-down sets for intimate stages. Backed by guitar virtuoso Florian Ophale and world-class pianist and accordion player John O’Hara, exceptional musicians both, and mixing stunning new songs into the cavalcade of timeless Jethro Tull classics like ‘Thick as a Brick’ and ‘Aqualung’, this is a captivating showcase of eclectic, acoustic music-making. £26; £23.50 EATS: PIEMINISTER ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by Calliandra Productions.
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Sat 17 Sep 8pm FOLK
THE UNTHANKS / BRIGHOUSE AND RASTRICK BRASS BAND Commissioned for this year’s Durham Brass Festival, Northumbrian folk stars The Unthanks appear in a special project
with the massed ranks of the world famous ‘Briggus’, widely considered to be the world’s greatest public subscription band, 130 years old and still improving. ‘Bewitching, dream-like, down-to-earth ... music as tough as it is gentle, as ancient as it is modern, and as coldly desolate as it is achingly intimate ... joyous, virtuous and luscious un-folk.’
‘Haunting, original and magnificent.’ THE GUARDIAN
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Mon 19 Sep 7.30pm
Wed 21 Sep 8pm
Fri 23 Sep 8pm
BRISTOL POETRY FESTIVAL
FOLK
COMEDY
DERVLA KIRWAN THE MUSIC OF POETRY
DAVE SWARBRICK / MARTIN CARTHY 70
INSTANT WIT COMEDY IMPROVISATION SHOW
Actress Dervla Kirwan brings her beautiful, softly insistent Irish brogue to a selection of contemporary and classic poems, revealing just why reading aloud, and with engagement, is vital to a real experience and enjoyment of poetry.
The greatest duo in English folk return for a very small and select run of dates to celebrate their joint 70th birthdays. In the 46 years since they first recorded together, Dave Swarbrick and Martin Carthy have become, in the words of The Guardian, ‘heroes of the British folk scene’ and perhaps the best-loved cultural partnership since Morecambe and Wise.
As surreal as they are funny, Instant Wit, Bristol’s ‘fantastic’ (Chortle) improvised comedy wonders, return with their fast-paced, off-the-cuff, laugh-out-loud sketches, songs and general silliness – all of it directed by random prompts from the audience.
A ‘transfixing’ actress (New York Times) in film and theatre, Dublin-born Dervla became a household name for her television roles in ‘Goodnight Sweetheart’, ‘Ballykissangel’ and the Doctor Who Christmas special ‘The Next Doctor’, and, lately, a household voice for her Marks and Spencer ‘not just food’ adverts. poetrycan.co.uk £13 Promoted by The Poetry Can in collaboration with St George’s Bristol. Dervla Kirwan appears subject to theatre and TV engagements. If unable to appear, Poetry Can reserves the right to substitute the reader.
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‘Arguably the greatest English folk song performer of them all.’ Q MAGAZINE ON MARTIN CARTHY
‘Masterful … [his] invigorating mix of revelry and thoughtfulness suggests a musician completely at one with his work.’ IRISH MUSIC MAGAZINE ON DAVE SWARBRICK
£17 EATS: PIEMINISTER ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
5.30pm – 7pm
IMPROV WORKSHOP A unique, friendly, relaxed and engaging way to learn about improvising. Will you be funnier for it? Absolutely! No experience necessary, just a willingness to participate and have fun. instantwit.co.uk £11(£9) show only; £11(£9) workshop only; £19(£17) show and workshop EATS: PIEMINISTER ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by Instant Wit in collaboration with St George’s Bristol.
Thu 29 Sep 8pm FOLK
Wed 28 Sep 8pm POP / ROCK
MARTIN ROSSITER Celebrated as one of the most eloquent lyricists of his generation, Martin Rossiter, formerly lead singer and songwriter with 90s indie dandies Gene, returns to live performance in support of his debut solo album, bringing consummate showmanship and a warm, eloquent, emotive voice to an intimate acoustic set of impeccably crafted, achingly tender songs. £19.50 EATS: PIEMINISTER ON-SITE (P25)
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RALPH MCTELL SOMEWHERE DOWN THE ROAD For one of his only UK dates of the year, and in support of a rare new album release, critically lauded troubadour Ralph McTell revisits St George’s to spellbinding effect with his uniquely sensitive songs and virtuoso guitar technique. ‘Words glowing like crystal; [his] intimate voice impeccably tuned, this is truly wonderful.’ THE INDEPENDENT ralphmctell.co.uk £19 EATS: PIEMINISTER ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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SAT 1 ENGLISH NATIONAL BAROQUE ENSEMBLE MON 3 IMS PRUSSIA COVE TUE 4 POLISH COMEDY NIGHT (SEE WEB) WED 5 JONATHAN JAMES MUSIC TALK WED 5 GOULD PIANO TRIO BEETHOVEN PIANO TRIO CYCLE I THU 6 BSO CHAMBER PLAYERS THU 6 PHRONESIS FRI 7 MARC ALMOND SIN SONGS, TORCH AND ROMANCE SAT 8 BRANDON HILL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SUN 9 WESTERLY SHOWBAND AN EVENING WITH GEORGE GERSWHIN THU 13 PHILIP MOORE / SIMON CRAWFORD-PHILLIPS PIANO DUO THU 13 JOHN LAW / GWILYM SIMCOCK FRI 14 CHARLES HAZLEWOOD / ARMY OF GENERALS / PIANO 4 HANDS SAT 15 KATZENJAMMER SUN 16 GATHERING VOICES TUE 18 – KNEEHIGH THEATRE SAT 22 THE WILD BRIDE MON 24 CHRISTIAN WALLUMRØD ENSEMBLE TUE 25 RAMA AND SITA STORYTELLING SHOW WED 26 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE BRANDENBURG CONCERTOS THU 27 ANDRE SHLIMON PIANO THU 27 MERCY AND GRAND THE TOM WAITS PROJECT FRI 28 CHRISTIAN BLACKSHAW PIANO SUN 30 AURORA ORCHESTRA THRILLER
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Thu 6 Oct 8pm JAZZ
PHRONESIS Led by Danish bassist Jasper Hoiby, Phronesis have been tipped by Jazzwise mag as the most exciting jazz trio since EST. Hoiby’s strong, atmospheric compositions and powerful double bass playing, together with the darting runs of dazzling young pianist Ivo Neame and all-around-the kit drummer Anton Eger, combine to make a sound that’s rich in ensemble grooves as well as individual
solos. As their last, acclaimed album, ‘Alive’, showed, in-concert improvisation is where they excel. This date sees them limbering up for a Barbican support slot to Wayne Shorter, where they will definitely want to be at their best. ‘Precocious compositional strength, engaging grooves, explosive creativity, improv virtuosity to spare … one of the hot UK jazz contenders.’ THE GUARDIAN jasperhoiby.com £13 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
Fri 7 Oct 8pm ART POP / CABARET
MARC ALMOND SIN SONGS, TORCH AND ROMANCE
‘ A thrilling night of lifeaffirming intimacy.’ MOJO
In a piano-driven performance both joyous and astonishingly heartwrenching, Marc Almond, New Romantic idol turned melodramatic torch singer, national treasure and Caruso of the lowlife, immerses himself in the full register of human emotion – from elation to despair, triumph to defeat, agony and ecstacy – his vocal flamboyance perfectly suited to a set of beautifully crafted storytale songs by Jacques Brel, Charles Aznavour, David Bowie, Marc Bolan, Lou Reed and Scott Walker, as well as torch songs, blues, folk ballads, Russian romances and many of Marc’s favourites. ‘Luminously melancholic.’ Q MAGAZINE marcalmond.co.uk £29; £26 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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Sun 9 Oct 7.30pm JAZZ / BLUES / CLASSICAL
WESTERLY SHOWBAND AN EVENING WITH GEORGE GERSHWIN Chris Harris conductor Will Drakett piano Alexandra Dinman vocals Swing Tet Jazz Band The Westerly Showband brings winning performances and no shortage of energy to a delightful evening devoted to the music of George Gershwin, from his big piano work ‘Rhapsody in Blue’, through his great jazzinfluenced Broadway songs and fresh and innovative film music. £8; £6
‘ Simcock is one of the great jazz players of the day.’ NIGEL KENNEDY
Thu 13 Oct 8pm PIANO DUO FESTIVAL JAZZ
JOHN LAW / GWILYM SIMCOCK Two giants of British modern jazz, John Law and Gwilym Simcock are both critically acclaimed band leaders, jawdroppingly exciting and adventurous solo pianists and formidable improvisers, with pianistic resourcefulness oft compared to Keith Jarrett. Here, they break new ground with a rare jazz piano duo set, a mesmeric performance of dazzling energy and incredible technique, awash with gorgeous sound. ‘Law is an original, developing, living and breathing music.’ THE WIRE johnlaw.org.uk gwilymsimcock.com £14
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Sun 16 Oct 10.30am – 10.30pm CHORAL
GATHERING VOICES FESTIVAL OF SONG BRISTOL, CITY OF SONG Following a highly successful launch last year the Gathering Voices Festival of Song returns with a rich and eclectic celebration of the many outstanding voices (singers, ensembles and choirs) of the UK’s premier ‘City of Song’. Within the wonderful acoustic and inspiring surroundings of St George’s – the intimacy of which makes it the perfect setting for song – this 12hour singing marathon traverses the whole spectrum of the city’s choirs, the compelling culmination to the second ten day city-wide Festival of Song.
Tue 18 – Sat 22 Oct 7.30pm Thu 20 and Sat 22 Oct 2.30pm matinee THEATRE
KNEEHIGH THEATRE THE WILD BRIDE Emma Rice adaptor, director With instinctive storytelling, devilish humour and heady live music, one of the country’s most exciting and innovative theatre companies takes a sideways look at an epic and poetic wonder tale: the story of what happens when your father accidentally sells you to the devil.
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For full line-up and running times: festivalofsong.org.uk
Performed at St George’s Bristol. Booked at Bristol Old Vic: 0117 987 7877 / bristololdvic.org.uk
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THE GUARDIAN
Charting a life from broken-hearted girlhood to, perhaps, happy-everafter womanhood, Kneehigh brings its distinctive ramshackle magic to this grown up romance for brave children and adults alike.
Sessions: 10.30am; 2pm; 6.30pm.
Session Tickets: £5; Free Under-18s Day Pass: £10; Free Under-18s
‘A blend of brilliantly simple visual richness and a kaleidoscope of ideas ... this is intensely charismatic theatre.’
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Mon 24 Oct 8pm JAZZ / MODERN CLASSICAL
CHRISTIAN WALLUMRØD ENSEMBLE On their latest album for ECM Records, ‘Fabula Suite Lugano’, the Norwegian pianist / composer Christian Wallumrød and his extraordinary sextet make beautifully detailed and atmospheric music that uses a variety of influences – folk themes, Scarlatti and the baroque, Morton Feldman, contemporary jazz – to create ambient soundscapes that resonate powerfully in the mind of the listener. With an instrumentation that includes violin, Hardanger fiddle and cello alongside trumpet, saxophone, percussion, vibraphone, piano, toy piano and harmonium, the group are unusually versatile. They also specialise in all-acoustic performances where the environment in which they play becomes as important as the compositions. In short, it’s a sound that could have been made for St George’s. ‘Free jazz of quiescent beauty.’ THE INDEPENDENT
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‘ Christian Wallumrød explores the limits of the piano ensemble, fascinated by where jazz and modern classical are taking music yet never losing sight of the quest for quiet beauty.’ MOJO
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Thu 27 Oct 7.30pm FOLK / JAZZ / MODERN CLASSICAL
MERCY AND GRAND THE TOM WAITS PROJECT ‘I’ve grown up here now all of my life, But I dreamed someday I’d go Where brown-eyed girls, and red guitars, And the naked rivers flow.’ A concert at the musical crossroads, bringing together ten songs by Tom Waits, some Kurt Weill, a sea shanty, a hymn, a couple of instrumental gypsy tangos and a classic Fellini film score. Played by an extraordinarily versatile ‘circus band’ including musical saw, harmonium, clarinets and a trumpet-violin, and with mezzo-soprano Jess Walker at the centre, these songs of love, heartbreak and intoxication are revealed in all their strange beauty. The songs have been arranged by leading British composer Gavin Bryars, musical director Jim Holmes, and maverick violinist Joe Townsend. This concert marks the launch of a CD recording of the material made at the end of 2010 with the blessing of Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan themselves. operanorth.co.uk £20; £17; £13 EATS: CLIFTON SAUSAGE ON-SITE (P25)
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OYSTERBAND / JUNE TABOR TOUMANI DIABATE GALEAZZI ENSEMBLE TUBULAR BELLS AUTUMN WINDS POLISH RADIO CHOIR GÓRECKI POLISH SPIRITUALS TUE 8 JANIs IAN THU 10 ANGLO-JAPANESE SOCIETY OF WESSEX THU 10 HOT CLUB OF COW TOWN FRI 11 VIKTORIA MULLOVA SAT 12 CITY OF BRISTOL CHOIR SUN 13 ZAKIR HUSSAIN MON 14 ABDULLAH IBRAHIM SOLO WED 16 CLAUDIA CAOLIN Y COMPANIA THU 17 VICTORIA SIMONSEN / SAM ARMSTRONG THU 17 JONATHAN JAMES MUSIC TALK THU 17 GRETCHEN PARLATO FRI 18 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE THE FOUR SEASONS SAT 19 STEPHEN HOUGH / BRISTOL CLASSICAL PLAYERS SUN 20 BBC NATIONAL ORCHESTRA OF WALES LIVE AT COLSTON HALL MON 21 BBC CONCERT ORCHESTRA TUE 22 STEPHEN PRESTON / EDWARD COWIE TUE 22 ELIAS STRING QUARTET WED 23 PETER HILL PIANO THU 24 BBC SINGERS FRI 25 COULL STRING QUARTET SAT 26 EARTH MUSIC PARTY WED 30 STEELEYE SPAN TUE 1 WED 2 THU 3 FRI 4 SUN 6 MON 7
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Tue 1 Nov 7.30pm FOLK
THE OYSTERBAND / JUNE TABOR Twenty-one years after their landmark album of dark folk ‘Freedom and Rain’, English folk diva June Tabor and the rousing folk-rockers Oysterband have triumphantly reunited for one of the most anticipated collaborations of the year, a new album of exquisite music and brooding intensity, ‘Ragged Kingdom’.
Live, June Tabor’s matchless voice is an extraordinarily dark, warm and evocative vehicle for a quietly powerful mix of traditional songs, unexpected treatments of earlier material from their repertoire, and new songs, with the Oysterband’s potent energy and exceptional musicianship making for something out of the ordinary. ‘A marriage made in heaven.’ ROLLING STONE oysterband.co.uk £20 EATS: CLIFTON SAUSAGE ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by The Fleece.
Wed 2 Nov 8pm MIGRATIONS WORLD MUSIC (MALI)
TOUMANI DIABATE The double Grammy-winning master of the ancient kora returns to St George’s with a brand new show in which solo recitals are alternated with intimate music for three further musicians. As someone who has had a relationship with the city of Bristol since his participation in the earliest days of WOMAD, Toumani is a particularly prized figure locally, and his last, sold-out solo show here was a miraculous performance of remarkable beauty and intensity. As Toumani is now one of the world’s leading artists in any genre, and at the absolute peak of his powers, this will be an experience to treasure forever. £23; £19 EATS: CLIFTON SAUSAGE ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
‘ The world’s finest exponent of the kora ... historic, a sublime reminder that Diabaté is a star, not just by western, but by global standards.’ THE GUARDIAN
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Fri 4 Nov 8pm ACOUSTIC PROGRESSIVE ROCK
TUBULAR BELLS Mike Oldfield’s prog-rock classic from 1973 sold over 2 and a half million copies in the UK alone and stayed in the charts for 279 weeks. It also represented the entry of minimalism or systems music into popular culture, with the opening theme used in the film of ‘The Exorcist’ (and in many films thereafter). Tonight, Charles Hazlewood and Adrian Utley present a new version of this much-loved piece in a wide-ranging programme that touches on a number of key minimalist texts. The players are: Will Gregory on piano, organ and synth-oboe; Charles Hazlewood, organ; Denny Ilett, guitar; Alex Vann, guitar, mandolin, bass; Adrian Utley, guitar and synth bass; Ross Hughes, organ, synth bass and flute, and Alan Elmsley on percussion and tubular bells, with the possibility of additional surprise guests on the night. charleshazlewood.com £16 EATS: CLIFTON SAUSAGE ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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Tue 8 Nov 8pm FOLK / POP
JANIS IAN A star since her first record, ‘Society’s Child’ – written when she was thirteen, and controversially dealing with a mixedrace romance – was featured on TV by Leonard Bernstein, Janis Ian is one of the USA’s greatest singer-songwriters. Her songs, which span pop, folk, country and jazz, have been covered by Nina Simone, Cher, Roberta Flack and Joan Baez, and she’s recorded a duet with Dolly Parton. The timeless teen-angst classic, ‘At Seventeen’, won Janis a Grammy (she’s been nominated nine times), and the album it came from, ‘Between the Lines’, sold over a million to top the US charts. Since walking away from a CBS contract at the height of her fame, she’s studied acting with Stella Adler, become an activist for gay rights, an author of science fiction and a passionate advocate for folk music. Unsurprisingly, Janis Ian is also a great live performer and this solo show will cover her entire career. janisian.com £25; £21 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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‘ A refreshingly brave performer, switching from mischievous good humour to intimate tragedy ... the female answer to Bob Dylan.’ THE GUARDIAN stgeorgesbristol.co.uk 15
Thu 10 Nov 8pm MIGRATIONS WORLD MUSIC (USA)
HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN Yee-haw! Western Swing and country honky-tonkin’ meets the Hot Club de France in this Austin, Texas trio of Elena James on fiddle and vocals, Whit Smith on vintage Gibson guitar and Jake Erwin on double bass, with everyone on glorious three-part harmony. It’s a sound that goes back 80 years or more to the experiments of bandleader Bob Wills, the subject of the group’s latest album ‘What Makes Bob Holler’. Stars of Jools Holland’s Hootenanny and firm festival favourites at Glastonbury and Cambridge, Hot Club of Cowtown are a cult item that’s about to go overground, and one of the best nights out you can find. As the New York Times says: ‘The music is for dancing and an old-fashioned good time.’ ‘Downhome melodies and exuberant improvisation.’ THE TIMES ‘A pretty much perfect country trio at the very top of its game.’ BELFAST TELEGRAPH hotclubofcowtown.com £17 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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Fri 11 Nov 7.30pm JAZZ / FOLK / CLASSICAL
VIKTORIA MULLOVA Hot on the heels of two BBC Proms appearances this summer one of the world’s greatest violin virtuosos, Viktoria Mullova, takes centre stage for a colourful and intoxicating concert of gypsy inspired music, which looks to her peasant roots in the Ukraine and revels in simplicity, emotional honesty and a virtuosity that comes from the heart and is for the heart. Sweeping across the Hungarian terrains of Bartok and Kodaly to the more contemporary gypsyjazz landscapes of the French group Bratsch, this is music blissfully free from the misleading shackles of genre – an evening of stellar performance by a quintet of world class musicians (with Matthew Barley on cello, Julian Joseph on piano, Paul Clarvis on drums and Sam Walton on percussion).
Sun 13 Nov 8pm WORLD MUSIC (INDIA) / HINDUSTANI CLASSICAL
ZAKIR HUSSAIN
viktoriamullova.com £25; £21; £15 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
‘ With an ensemble such as this, genres like classical, jazz and world become meaningless, which is exactly the point.’ THE EVENING STANDARD
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An awe-inspiring night of jaw-dropping percussion from the world’s greatest living tabla player, joined here by the internationally acclaimed sitar virtuoso Niladri Kumar, and by the cream of Indian percussionists. Son of the legendary Ustad Alla Rakha (Ravi Shankar’s tabla player), Zakir, confederate to George Harrison, John McLaughlin and the Grateful Dead amongst many others, continues the fascinatingly beautiful conversation between jazz and Indian music first established in the 1960s. zakirhussain.com £29(£27); £25(£23); £19(£17); £15(£13) Promoted by Asian Arts Agency and Serious.
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Mon 14 Nov 8pm JAZZ / WORLD MUSIC (SOUTH AFRICA) / FOLK
ABDULLAH IBRAHIM SOLO The most important jazz composer of songs since Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk, Abdullah Ibrahim has created a unique repertoire that testifies to many things: the multi-faceted musical heritage of his South African homeland; the mid-century emergence of Africa as a producer as well as a consumer of jazz, and the indivisibility of music and culture from political struggle in the long artistic exile of the apartheid years. This rare solo concert will touch on aspects of Ibrahim’s entire career, offering one of the great experiences in jazz as the master runs together his intensely emotional themes in the human-sized hall he once called “one of the most magical spaces in the universe”. ‘The humble high priest of international jazz.’ THE GUARDIAN abdullahibrahim.com £23; £19 EATS: THALI CAFE ON-SITE (P25) Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
Wed 16 Nov 7.30pm WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE (SPAIN / GERMANY / UK)
CLAUDIA CAOLIN Y COMPANIA FUEGO FLAMENCO An exciting, elemental flamenco spectacle as performed by the striking dancer Claudia Caolin and her international company, fusing bravura traditional flamenco with contemporary dance styles and the virile art of the Andalusian Gitanos. Weaving the virtuoso flamenco footwork of Claudia and emerging dancer Demelza Rouncefield with the incendiary flamenco guitar of Andres Garcia, the riveting vocal skills of Javier Macia and the exhilarating pulse of percussionist Greg Dyer, this powerful performance transforms the intimate stage of St George’s into a vibrant Spanish bodega. flamenco-cornwall.com £15; £13
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Thu 17 Nov 6.15pm
Thu 17 Nov 8pm
SPOKEN WORD JAZZ
JAZZ
CONNECTING JAZZ VOICE A MUSIC TALK BY JONATHAN JAMES
GRETCHEN PARLATO
Music educator Jonathan James indulges in some of the most wondrous voices in jazz history, from ‘The Divine One’, Sarah Vaughan, and ‘Lady Ella’ Fitzgerald, through to two stars of today’s jazzvocals galaxy, the whisper-voiced Gretchen Parlato and the triumphantly powerful Clare Teal (Wed 14 Dec). With inspiring archive sound Jonathan uncovers a host of classic performances and asks what is it that makes them special and what do they reveal about the main building blocks of a great jazz vocal technique? Running time: 1 hour / no interval £5 including a complimentary glass of wine voluntary donation does not apply Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
Described by Herbie Hancock as “a singer with a deep, almost magical connection to the music”, Los Angelesborn Gretchen Parlato – winner of the 2004 Thelonious Monk Award for Vocal Jazz – is the hot new star of the US scene. Her innovative re-workings of jazz, bossa nova and pop songs (Stevie Wonder, Mary J Blige, Simply Red), combine exquisite musicality with a sharp sense of communication through her delicately nuanced vocal style. A big hit at last year’s London Jazz Festival, for which she returns this year, and a guest on Esperanza Spalding’s recent Grammywinning album, ‘Chamber Music Society’, Parlato appears tonight with her superb New York quartet, performing songs from her latest release, ‘The Lost and Found’. ‘The most original jazz singer in a generation.’ THE BOSTON GLOBE “Gretchen is true blue.” WAYNE SHORTER gretchenparlato.com £18 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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DECEMBER at a glance Wed 30 Nov 8pm FOLK / ROCK
STEELEYE SPAN Electrifying folk-rock pioneers, and the band that took British folk to mainstream rock audiences, Steeleye Span has mined the dark elemental mystery of traditional music for over four decades. Now with a revised line-up of six, Steeleye Span revisits its legendary past, bringing a revitalising power to 1974’s seminal Ian Anderson produced album ‘Now We Are Six’ (played in its entirety) and to other exhilarating, beautifully honed classics. ‘Steeleye Span ranks among the most stylish and patently musical performers in any genre. This joyous concert is unalloyed nirvana.’ THE INDEPENDENT £20.50; £18.50 Promoted by Park Promotions.
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THU 1 CHISATO KUSUNOKI PIANO FRI 2 ST GEORGES BRISTOL FUNDRAISER SAT 3 BRISTOL CONCERT ORCHESTRA SUN 4 CHARTWELL DUTIRO SPIRIT TALK MBIRA TUE 6 BADMINTON SCHOOL MUSICIANS WED 7 JONATHAN JAMES MUSIC TALK WED 7 GOULD PIANO TRIO BEETHOVEN PIANO TRIO CYCLE II THU 8 ANDRAS SCHIFF / OXFORD PHILOMUSICA SAT 10 BRISTOL SCHOOLS CHAMBER CHOIR CHRISTMAS CONCERT SUN 11 GASWORKS CHOIR WED 14 CLARE TEAL THU 15 MILESTONES KIND OF BLUE FRI 16 BRISTOL BACH CHOIR SAT 17 BRISTOL BACH CHOIR SUN 18 LA NUOVA MUSICA HANDEL’S MESSIAH WED 21 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR THU 22 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR FRI 23 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE FAMILY CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
• contemporary gig • Classical concert • children’s and family concert • COMEDY / SPOKEN WORD EVENT
Fri 2 Dec 7pm ST GEORGE”S FUNDRAISER
A MUSICAL SURPRISE GALA EVENING IN AID OF ST GEORGE’S BRISTOL St George’s undergoes a dramatic transformation for a rather special evening of music – the hall itself is as elegant as ever, but set with tables so that you can enjoy supper while being serenaded by a succession of musicians. Expect some warmly familiar faces and the occasional surprise! For further details / information pack, please contact Caroline Green on 0117 929 49 29 / c.green@stgeorgesbristol.co.uk. £75 includes supper and musical entertainment voluntary donation does not apply Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
Wed 14 Dec 7.30 pm JAZZ
CLARE TEAL’S FESTIVE FIESTA Sun 11 Dec 2.30pm matinee / 8pm CHORAL / WORLD MUSIC (VARIOUS) / FOLK / CLASSICAL
THE GASWORKS CHOIR Ali Orbaum and Sarah Pennington directors The richly talented, hugely popular 150-strong Gasworks community choir returns to St George’s with an exciting new repertoire of songs: from inventive arrangements of pop, soul and jazz classics to fresh interpretations of world, classical and contemporary folk. Special guest conductor Sarah Pennington joins co-director Ali Orbaum for an uplifting hour of fabulous music, a rousing demonstration of what massed social singing is all about.
Award-winning singer-songwriter and BBC Radio 2 presenter Clare Teal is without doubt one of the most talented and uniquely exhilarating singers the UK has produced, delivering a jazz and classic-pop repertoire with a distinctive fizz that comes from both technical sophistication and an unequivocal love of the material. Here, Clare brings her hugely warm voice, show-woman extroversion and easy audience rapport to a unique blend of seasonal swing, cheeky Latin grooves and cosy fireside ballads (to add a little romance): a fabulous 1950s themed cocktail party of sounds and songs made famous by the likes of Peggy Lee, Doris Day, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald. ‘Clare Teal is the real deal.’ THE GUARDIAN
Running time: 60 minutes / no interval
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£7(£6) family matinee; £8.50(£7) evening All seats unreserved Every adult ticket price includes a suggested voluntary donation of £1 to help secure the future of St George’s Bristol
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Thu 15 Dec 8pm JAZZ
TERRY SEABROOK’S MILESTONES KIND OF BLUE The most celebrated jazz album of all time gets a complete run through by this acclaimed sextet led by pianist Seabrook, and featuring Graeme Flowers on trumpet and the great Alan Barnes on alto sax. Bassist Paul Whitten, tenor saxophonist Ian Price and the legendary British bop drummer Spike Wells (who played with Tubby Hayes, Joe Harriott and Roland Kirk, among many others, and who in the Sixties took lessons from Philly Joe Jones, the drummer with Miles Davis in the period immediately preceding ‘Kind of Blue’) complete a very fine band. As well as ‘Kind of Blue’, whose two sides are split between the show’s two sets, the band plays their ‘Sketches of Miles’ suite and Terry’s arrangements of several other Miles Davis classics. milestonesjazz.co.uk £16 Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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LEARN WITH US CHILDREN’S AND FAMILY CONCERTS LIVE AT ST GEORGE’S A top-quality live concert experience can be a revelation at any age, but for children it can ignite a passion for music that stays with them for life. With a unique mix of creativity and interactivity, St George’s Bristol puts children at the heart of its magical, kid-friendly family shows.
Tue 25 Oct 3pm
Sat 26 Nov 5pm
MICHAEL LOADER / SAIKAT AHAMED / STEFAN CARTWRIGHT RAMA AND SITA
THE FREE, FAMILY EARTH MUSIC PARTY
Thrilling storytelling and inspirational live music from the Indian subcontinent, including ‘Rama and Sita’, one of the most famous Hindu epics of all time. £5 Children and Adults; Family Ticket available
Celebrating the playfulness and the pleasure of music, storytelling and taking part, St George’s CHILDREN’S AND FAMILY CONCERTS are colourful, engaging and imagination-tickling, full of quirky pleasures and energetic fun, and an utter delight (no matter what your age).
Sun 6 Nov 10am (3 – 5 yrs) / 11.15am (5 – 8 yrs)
For further information on Children’s and Family Concerts this autumn please phone the Box Office 0845 40 24 001 and request a CHILDREN’S AND FAMILY CONCERTS leaflet, or visit us online.
A fascinating insight into the world of the wind instruments with lively and informative introductions and fantastic music by some of classical music’s most celebrated composers.
Voluntary donation does not apply to St George’s Children’s and Family Concerts.
BRISTOL ENSEMBLE WIND QUINTET / LAURA TANNER AUTUMN WINDS
A family-friendly creative workshop culminating in the premiere of a stunning sound world inspired by the great surge wave known as the ‘Severn Bore’. Free admission / no ticket required Sun 4 Dec 3pm
CHARTWELL DUTIRO AND SPIRIT TALK MBIRA FAMILY MBIRA SPIRIT World-class mbira player Chartwell Dutiro and his remarkable dance band Spirit Talk Mbira give a vibrant and inspiring introduction to the Shona sounds of Zimbabwe. £5 Under-18s; £7 Adults; Family Ticket available
£5 Children and Adults; Family Ticket available
Promoted by St George’s Bristol.
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CLASSICAL CONCERTS LIVE AT ST GEORGE’S AUTUMN 2011 Witness some of the most spellbinding classical music, with a series of not-to-be missed concerts by some of the world’s most inspiring and talented musicians: The captivating violinist Nicola Benedetti returns to showcase her ‘beautiful playing and deliciously unaffected charm’ (The Sunday Times) (Sat 3 Sep); having received rave reviews and audience adulation Paul Lewis continues his ‘extraordinary’ (The Guardian) survey of Schubert’s piano music (Fri 30 Sep); Charles Hazlewood presents the conclusion to the Army of Generals high-octane residency (Fri 14 Oct); some of the leading piano duos of our generation converge on St George’s for the 2011 International Piano Duo Festival, a wide-ranging programme of music for four hands (Thu 13 – Sat 15 Oct); Christian Blackshaw’s understated pianism ‘shines with a unique radiance’ (Financial Times) (Fri 28 Oct); celebrated American horror writer Peter Straub joins ‘Britain’s brightest young ensemble’ (The Times), the Aurora Orchestra, for a spinetingling tapestry of narrative and music quite unlike any other concert experience (Sun 30 Oct); in a tribute to one of the late 24 Box Office 0845 40 24 001
twentieth century’s greatest composers, the Polish Radio Choir present a landmark performance of Górecki’s ‘Polish Spirituals’ (Mon 7 Nov); and the ‘excellent, refreshingly spirited’ (The Times) Baroque ensemble La Nuova Musica debuts at St George’s with Handel’s captivating oratorio ‘The Messiah’ (Sun 18 Dec). And with a major new festival in collaboration with BBC Radios 3 and 4, Earth Music Bristol (Fri 18 – Sat 26 Nov), celebrating centuries of creative and scientific responses to the ‘voices of the natural world’ and featuring some of the world’s leading musicians joined by eminent wild-life artists and natural scientists, you will be sure to find a plethora of events to capture the imagination this autumn. For further information on Classical Concerts this autumn please phone the Box Office 0845 40 24 001 and request a CLASSICAL CONCERTS brochure, or visit us online.
‘A spectacularly beautiful hall with a gorgeous creamy acoustic.’ CHARLES HAZLEWOOD AND THE ARMY OF GENERALS LIVE AT ST GEORGE’S FRI 14 OCT 2011
CRYPT CAFÉ BAR
the crypt gallery The Crypt Gallery offers tranquil surroundings in which to enjoy exhibitions by new artists each season. Most works are for sale. Please contact the Box Office for details. Works may be viewed before and after lunchtime and evening concerts. For full exhibition details please visit: stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/galleries
St George’s Café Bar offers a uniquely atmospheric and informal setting to relax with friends before and after concerts, with the finest hospitality and an enticing selection of specially chosen wines, locally-produced beers and soft drinks, teas, coffees, cake and bar snacks.
NIK POLLARD / GREG POOLE Bristol-based international artistillustrators Nik Pollard and Greg Poole channel the richness of the natural world, via prolonged direct observation, into glorious artwork, from raw field sketches to highly deliberated studio works. Exhibiting for one week from Tue 15 Nov 2011 as part of the Earth Music Bristol festival.
MONICA CONNELL FLYING HIGH Stunning circus photography chronicling the leading performances and performers of the internationally renowned Bristol new circus scene. ‘Flying High’ is available from Tangent Books. Exhibiting from Fri 16 Sep 2011.
TOM BERRY Kaleidoscopic, highly detailed, pen and ink drawings strongly influenced by the bookish illustrations of a pre-digital era and depicting well-known fantastical folklore and unwritten yarns. Exhibiting from Fri 16 Sep 2011.
To enjoy a fantastic hot meal before a performance, St George’s has teamed up with the ‘seriously stylish’ (Venue Magazine) Goldbrick House – situated two minutes’ walk from St George’s on the corner of Park Street and Charlotte Street – to provide a special, varied and exciting ‘Early Evening’ menu. goldbrickhouse.co.uk
EATS ON-SITE This autumn St George’s is joined at selected concerts by some of the great names of the Bristol restaurant scene, providing exciting food at reasonable prices with fast, friendly service: Thali Café (inspired Asian street food), Pieminister (connoisseur pie, mash and gravy), Clifton Sausage (classic British dishes with imagination), and the Real Olive Company (Mediterranean-infused tapas / pasta).
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Save Money! Under-21 Standby Ticket: the best available seats for any St George’s Bristol promotion for just £5. Standby tickets are available from the Box Office from one hour before the concert start time. Family Ticket: buy four tickets to specially selected family-friendly events at the same time, and get the lowest priced ticket free. Group Bookings / Discount Terms and Conditions: see website or contact Box Office for details. Please contact the Box Office for further information and to book: 0845 40 24 001.
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FREESTAGE LATE MUSIC SESSIONS Experience the best of late-night St George’s. Free-entry late-night events at St George’s: late bars, exclusive drinks promotions and storming live music performances from fantastic guest musicians and DJs playing thrillingly diverse music And best of all admission is free. Visit stgeorgesbristol.co.uk for forthcoming FreeStage events.
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St George’s Bristol is one of the country’s leading concert halls, its superb acoustic, unique atmosphere and full and vibrant programme, with over 200 events each year by the world’s best artists, making it an incredibly popular and important venue for all kinds of music. As a registered charity, without support from our Friends we simply could not put on the breadth and quality of music that our audiences enjoy, nor run our award-winning Education and Community Programmes. And we would struggle to maintain the wonderful Grade II* listed building that is home to such incredible talent. Become a Friend today from just £30 a year, enjoy great benefits and help keep St George’s alive. Please join us by contacting Caroline Green, Head of Development, on 0117 929 4929 or c.green@stgeorgesbristol.co.uk.
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abdullah ibrahim pianist LIVE AT ST GEORGE’S MON 14 NOV 2011
St George’s Bristol is not only a world class music venue with a heritage of legendary performances, but also plays host to a wide variety of events, from AOL CompuServe Conferences to celebrity business lectures with Levi Roots. This magnificent listed building in the centre of Bristol, built in 1821 as a grand church within its own gardens, presents a unique venue for both corporate and private events – wedding receptions, professional recordings, product launches, parties, awards ceremonies, book talks and performances – and as a registered charity, all the income generated goes directly towards supporting St George’s innovative artistic and education programmes. Flexible and inspiring, it’s an iconic space to create the ultimate event. To discuss the hire of St George’s, please contact Jennifer Hutchinson, Head of Events, on 0117 929 4929 or j.hutchinson@stgeorgesbristol.co.uk.
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Booking information Box Office opening hours Monday to Friday: 12 noon – 6pm Plus: on any concert day the Box Office opens one and a half hours before the concert start time. On most concert days the Box Office remains open until the end of the interval. When to book Patrons’ / Benefactors’ Priority Booking opens Mon 25 Jul 2011 Gala Friends’ Priority Booking opens Wed 27 Jul 2011 Friends’ Priority Booking opens Fri 29 Jul 2011 General Booking / Online Booking opens Mon 1 Aug 2011 Please note that on the first day of Friends’ Priority Booking and the first two days of General Booking the Box Office will be open from 10am – 6pm. How to book In person – the Box Office entrance is located on the right hand side of the building, accessible from Great George Street (see opening times above). By telephone 0845 40 24 001 – all major credit cards (except American Express), Maestro and Delta cards are accepted. There is a £1 charge for each transaction where the total spend is over £15. Online – book online 24 hours a day at stgeorgesbristol.co.uk. Booking fee: £2.50 for each transaction (irrespective of the number of tickets being booked). If you would like your tickets posted to you, add 50p to your remittance. Otherwise your tickets will be held at the Box Office for collection.
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General information Concessions Concession prices are stated in brackets after the full price. These apply to those in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance or benefits, registered disabled, senior citizens, young people under-18 and full-time students. Please note only one type of concession can be claimed per ticket. Concessions cannot be used in conjunction with any special offer. Refunds Tickets are not transferable and refunds can only be offered on events which are sold out. Latecomers and readmission Admission will be offered at the first suitable break but admission and readmission cannot be guaranteed. The management reserves the right to refuse admission to any person. Children St George’s welcomes children but parents are asked to remember that some concerts, such as BBC broadcasts, may not be suitable for younger children. Babes in arms and young toddlers cannot be admitted to the auditorium for ticketed events unless otherwise stated. All children must be issued with a ticket. Data protection When you book a ticket your details are stored on the St George’s computer database. However, this information will only be used to send you details of events at St George’s and at other arts venues with your permission. Data Protection Act registration number: PZ5013390
Amplification Due to the nature of our artistic programme, some events are amplified. If this causes any concern, please check with the Box Office when booking. Facilities for disabled patrons St George’s welcomes all disabled concert-goers and the venue is fully-accessible from Charlotte Street. Please mention your particular needs to the Box Office when you book and all assistance will be given. Limited parking space is available for disabled ‘Blue Badge’ holders in the adjacent car park but must be reserved in advance – call the Box Office to check availability. Accessible toilet facilities are located within the bar, accessible by lift. Guide dogs Guide dogs are admitted to all parts of St George’s Bristol. Facilities for cyclists There are a number of bicycle racks at the Great George Street entrance to the venue. The information given in this brochure was correct at the time of going to press. Programme subject to change.
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Contemporary Gigs / Classical Concerts / children’s and family concerts At a glance SEPTEMBER SAT 3 NICOLA BENEDETTI / BRISTOL CLASSICAL PLAYERS TUE 6 JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON SAT 17 UNTHANKS / BRIGHOUSE AND RASTRICK BAND MON 19 DERVLA KIRWAN POETRY CAN WED 21 DAVE SWARBRICK / MARTIN CARTHY FRI 23 INSTANT WIT COMEDY IMPROV WED 28 MARTIN ROSSITER THU 29 PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL SOLOISTS THU 29 RALPH MCTELL SOMEWHERE DOWN THE ROAD FRI 30 PAUL LEWIS SCHUBERT CYCLE IV
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OCTOBER SAT 1 ENGLISH NATIONAL BAROQUE ENSEMBLE MON 3 IMS PRUSSIA COVE TUE 4 POLISH COMEDY NIGHT (SEE WEB) WED 5 JONATHAN JAMES MUSIC TALK WED 5 GOULD PIANO TRIO BEETHOVEN PIANO TRIO CYCLE I THU 6 BSO CHAMBER PLAYERS THU 6 PHRONESIS FRI 7 MARC ALMOND SAT 8 BRANDON HILL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SUN 9 WESTERLY SHOWBAND THU 13 PHILIP MOORE / SIMON CRAWFORD-PHILLIPS PIANO DUO THU 13 JOHN LAW / GWILYM SIMCOCK FRI 14 CHARLES HAZLEWOOD / ARMY OF GENERALS / PIANO 4 HANDS SAT 15 WORBEY AND FARRELL KATZENJAMMER SUN 16 GATHERING VOICES TUE 18 – KNEEHIGH THEATRE SAT 22 THE WILD BRIDE MON 24 CHRISTIAN WALLUMRØD ENSEMBLE TUE 25 RAMA AND SITA STORYTELLING SHOW WED 26 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE THU 27 ANDRE SHLIMON PIANO THU 27 MERCY AND GRAND THE TOM WAITS PROJECT FRI 28 CHRISTIAN BLACKSHAW PIANO SUN 30 AURORA ORCHESTRA THRILLER
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TUE 8 JANIS IAN THU 10 ANGLO-JAPANESE SOCIETY OF WESSEX THU 10 HOT CLUB OF COW TOWN FRI 11 VIKTORIA MULLOVA SAT 12 CITY OF BRISTOL CHOIR SUN 13 ZAKIR HUSSAIN MON 14 ABDULLAH IBRAHIM SOLO WED 16 CLAUDIA CAOLIN Y COMPANIA THU 17 VICTORIA SIMONSEN / SAM ARMSTRONG THU 17 JONATHAN JAMES MUSIC TALK THU 17 GRETCHEN PARLATO FRI 18 BRISTOL ENSEMBLE THE FOUR SEASONS SAT 19 STEPHEN HOUGH / BRISTOL CLASSICAL PLAYERS SUN 20 BBC NATIONAL ORCHESTRA OF WALES LIVE AT COLSTON HALL MON 21 BBC CONCERT ORCHESTRA TUE 22 STEPHEN PRESTON / EDWARD COWIE TUE 22 ELIAS STRING QUARTET WED 23 PETER HILL PIANO THU 24 BBC SINGERS FRI 25 COULL STRING QUARTET SAT 26 EARTH MUSIC PARTY WED 30 STEELEYE SPAN
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