The Bridgewater Hall What's on Guide Summer 2018

The Bridgewater Hall SUMMER 2018 Anne-Sophie Mutter BBC Philharmonic Joan Baez Christy Moore Don McLean The HallĂŠ The Shires Steve Winwood George Benson

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Anne-Sophie Mutter violin Łukasz Borowicz conductor Tuesday 1 May 7.30pm

Berlioz Le Carnaval Romain (9') Penderecki Violin Concerto No.2 (38') Prokofiev Symphony No.5 (46')

BBC Big Band Barry Forgie director Annie Gill vocalist Peter Bowles presenter

Friday 4 May 7.30pm

The London Philharmonic Orchestra has enjoyed a long musical partnership with the incomparable Anne-Sophie Mutter. Hearing her luminous tone and effortless command in Penderecki's impassioned Second Violin Concerto, which was written especially for her, is genuinely exciting, as is the opportunity to hear it conducted by Łukasz Borowicz, who has worked closely with the composer. £42.50 – £17.50 £7.50 student standby tickets available on the day Book Tickets

A Little Bite Music

Kumiko

Friday 4 May 12.45pm Stalls Foyer Kumiko are a softly spoken northern four-piece who fuse elements of jazz and indie to create wistful, angular vibes. Formed in 2015, they take inspiration from the likes of Radiohead, St Vincent, tUnE-yArDs and Billie Holiday.

Free non-ticketed event

Our Finest Hour Dunkirk & the Battle of Britain

May

London Philharmonic Orchestra with Anne-Sophie Mutter

From Vera Lynn and Gracie Fields to the Andrews Sisters and Glenn Miller, the songs and music of the 1940s are as well-loved today as ever. We look back in words and music at Britain’s finest hour, from the miracle of Dunkirk to the decisive victory of the Battle of Britain. Hear the songs that won the war – We’ll Meet Again, The White Cliffs of Dover and A Nightingale Sang On Berkeley Square – as well as some of the classic music it inspired, including the Dam Busters March and Ron Goodwin’s classic scores to Battle of Britain and 633 Squadron. With the famous speeches of Winston Churchill, and the best tunes of the time from the dance halls and wireless, join the BBC Big Band and stars of the West End in a unique celebration of Our Finest Hour. £34.50 – £19.50

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Crazy for Gershwin

Katie Birtill guest singer Rodney Earl Clarke guest singer Viv McLean piano Leila Stewart & James Wilson ballroom dancers Jacob Bradford & Danielle O'Reilly ballroom dancers Richard Balcombe conductor Manchester Concert Orchestra Saturday 5 May 7.30pm

Includes: Rhapsody in Blue, Shall We Dance, Lady be Good, But Not For Me, S’Wonderful, I Got Rhythm, Let's Call the Whole Thing Off, Summertime, A Foggy Day in London Town, They Can't Take That Away From Me, The Man I Love and Strike Up the Band Broadway glamour and toe-tapping tunes in an allGershwin extravaganza, featuring a glamorous ballroom duo and two sensational tap dancers. £42.50 – £17.00

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Christy Moore

The Hallé

One of the most compelling and inspirational musicians Ireland has ever seen, Christy Moore has a universal fan base and still continues to entertain; cementing him as an Irish icon. Christy has produced more than 25 solo albums, from Paddy on the Road in 1969 to last year’s most recent, Lily – featuring ten new songs included in his live repertoire.

Thursday 10 May 7.30pm

Sunday 6 May 8.00pm

£40.00 – £36.00

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Don McLean

Plus support Jarrod Dickenson Monday 7 May 7.30pm

America's legendary singer-songwriter Don McLean returns to the UK in May for a select number of dates in support of his new album, Botanical Gardens out in 2018. The folk-influenced singer-songwriter is best known for his songs Vincent (Starry Starry Night), Crying, Castles In The Air and the iconic American Pie. Since first hitting the charts in 1971, Don has amassed over 40 gold and platinum records worldwide and in 2004 was inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame. £45.00 – £40.00

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A Little Bite Music

Chetham’s School of Music Saxophone Choir

Wednesday 9 May 12.45pm Stalls Foyer Chetham’s Saxophone Choir was formed in 2004 and is made up of saxophonists aged 10-18. They play a wide range of repertoire including music from the Baroque period, orchestral works, original works for saxophone choir as well as a large selection of modern and jazz music. They are looking forward to contributing to Chetham’s outreach programme next year giving workshops and concerts in the local community.

Free non-ticketed event

Ryan Wigglesworth conductor Henning Kraggerud violin Beethoven Violin Concerto in D (43') Ryan Wigglesworth Clocks from a Winter’s Tale (20') Sibelius Symphony No.7 (21') 6.30pm Free pre-concert event: Hallé Education Director, Steve Pickett, is joined by Peter Green from the Manchester University School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering to introduce the Hallé’s pioneering education and community projects including a presentation of the extraordinary Halléoojamaflipaphone!

Tickets from £14.00 £5.50 student stalls tickets available Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number) Book Tickets

BBC Philharmonic

Ben Gernon conductor Stefan Dohr horn

Saturday 12 May 7.30pm Wagner Rienzi Overture (14’) Wolfgang Rihm Horn Concerto (21’) (UK premiere) Weber orch. Berlioz Invitation to the Dance (10’) Beethoven Symphony No.7 (37’)

Famed for working double duty as an acclaimed soloist and principal horn of the Berlin Philharmonic, the peerless Stefan Dohr performs the UK premiere of a work written especially for him. Also on the programme – Wagner’s moving Rienzi Overture, Berlioz’s pulsing arrangement of Weber’s piano rondo and Beethoven’s Seventh.

6.15pm Journey Through Music free pre-concert event suitable for families and younger audiences Preview + 6.45pm: Stefan Dohr, Principal Horn of the Berlin Philharmonic, introduces this evening’s performance of Wolfgang Rihm’s Horn Concerto £40.50 – £12.50 £5.50 students and under-16s Book Tickets

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Remembering Fred

The Hallé

Featuring Strictly Come Dancing stars Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara, Remembering Fred is an evening of song and dance celebrating the legacy of Hollywood icon Fred Astaire. Backed by a full supporting cast of dancers, live band and singers, the 2018 Remembering Fred tour will feature new songs, new dances and a new look.

Thursday 17 May 7.30pm Sunday 20 May 7.30pm Wednesday 23 May 2.15pm

Sunday 13 May 2.00pm & 7.30pm

£45.00 – £27.50 VIP Meet & Greet tickets £77.50

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Nigel Kennedy Bach meets Kennedy meets Gershwin Tuesday 15 May 7.30pm

Sir Mark Elder conductor Hong Xu piano

Schubert Symphony No.8, 'Unfinished' (23') Mozart Piano Concerto No.18, K456 (29') Mendelssohn Symphony No.3, 'Scottish' (44') Tickets from £14.00 £5.50 student stalls tickets available Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number) Book Tickets

Nigel Kennedy performs new interpretations of George Gershwin, as well as performing pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach alongside his own compositions from throughout his illustrious career. £67.50 – £32.00

Nigel Kennedy

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A Little Bite Music

Caro C

Friday 18 May 12.45pm Stalls Foyer Described as a 'sonic enchantress' by the BBC Radio 3, Caro C is an electronic singer-songwriter who defies category and sings from and to the heart. She will be playing piano and electronic instruments with guest violinist Kate Moran.

Free non-ticketed event

Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery Film with Live Orchestra Friday 18 May 7.30pm Cancelled.

Music For The Mind & Soul

Shashank Subramanyam flute Mysore Srikanth violin Parupalli Phalgun mridangam Kousic Sen tabla

Saturday 19 May 1.00pm Barbirolli Room Grammy award nominated Shashank Subramanyam is a flute maestro known internationally for his scintillating logic-dying virtuosity. Shashank began learning the flute from a young age and performed in the senior most spot of the Music Academy at just 12 years old – a record yet to be broken in the history of South Indian music. Joining him in this unique concert are violinist Mysore Srikanth and two masters of percussion: Parupalli Phalgun on mridangam and Kousic Sen on tabla. £14.50 | £12.50 concession

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BBC Philharmonic

Vassily Sinaisky conductor Tasmin Little violin Saturday 19 May 7.30pm

Szymanowski Violin Concerto No.1 (25’) Tchaikovsky Manfred Symphony (57’) Karol Szymanowski’s First Violin Concerto is a landmark in music history. Brilliant violinist Tasmin Little, a longtime champion of the Polish composer, will bring the best out of it – before Vassily Sinaisky directs the orchestra in a reading of Tchaikovsky’s Manfred, a technicoloured epic inspired by Byron’s tortured-artist poem. £40.50 – £12.50 £5.50 students and under-16s

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Nils Lofgren: 50 Years… Up the Road An Intimate Acoustic Evening of Songs and Stories with Nils Lofgren Tuesday 22 May 8.00pm

Celebrating his 50th year of touring professionally, legendary E Street Band member and solo artist Nils Lofgren makes his first return to the UK in three years, accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Greg Varlotta. Nils and Greg will use a multitude of instruments to add colour and depth to these new shows. Nils plans as always to spend time visiting with fans in the bar after the performance, in what has become the 'show after the show'. £45.00 – £35.00

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An Evening with Joan Baez Thursday 24 May 7.30pm

SOLD OUT – additional date Monday 25 February now on sale.

Please note there will be no support and no interval for this concert. £67.50 – £42.00

Joan Baez

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Jonathan Scott Lunchtime Organ Concerts Around the World

A Little Bite Music

Tocha Trio

Monday 21 May 12.45pm Stalls Foyer Tocha Trio is the project of Peruvian born artist, Daniel Alvarado, whose passion for music began when he started to play the flute and panpipes at the age of six.

He now writes, and performs his own compositions, with influences covering modern western music to Latin, Afro and tropical styles, with songs in both English and his native Spanish.

Free non-ticketed event

Friday 25 May 1.10pm Mendelssohn arr. Scott Hebrides Overture Op.26 (Fingal's Cave) Satie arr. Scott Gymnopédie No.1 Vierne Carillon de Westminster Op.54 No.6 Smetana arr. Scott Vlatava ('The Moldau' from Má vlast) Guy Bovet Salamanca Liszt arr. Scott Hungarian Rhapsody No.2 Join Associate Artist Jonathan Scott for a musical journey from here to far off lands. Hungarian Dances, Westminster Chimes and Czech rivers are all conjured from the 5,500 pipes of The Bridgewater Hall organ as we are transported around the world in 60 minutes. £12.00 | £10.50 concession | £7.50 student Book Tickets

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Rush Hour Social

BBC Philharmonic Family Concert

Sam Jefferson

Saturday 26 May 3.00pm

Friday 25 May 5.30pm Join us in the Stalls Café Bar and relax with a drink and listen to acoustic music by emerging singer-songwriters from in and around Greater Manchester. Rush Hour Social performances last for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, are free to attend and you don’t need to book.

Free non-ticketed event

Adults £15 | Under 16s £10 Family Ticket £37 (4 people, minimum 1 child) Babes in arms: A limited number of free of charge babes in arms tickets are available on this concert for children under two years old

International Concert Series

Dresden Philharmonic

Michael Sanderling conductor Arabella Steinbacher violin

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Friday 25 May 7.30pm

Weber Euryanthe Overture (9’) Bruch Violin Concerto No.1 in G minor (24’) Beethoven Symphony No.5 in C minor (35’) One of Germany’s finest orchestras performs well-loved works that combine passion and classical poise in very different ways. Playing Max Bruch’s lyrical First Violin Concerto, Arabella Steinbacher makes her Manchester debut, before we hear Beethoven‘s iconic Fifth Symphony, taking us on a journey from fateful darkness to triumphant light.

Post-concert Divertimento £42.50 – £17.50 £7.50 student standby tickets available on the day Book Tickets

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Bring the whole family to The Bridgewater Hall to experience the excitement and exhilaration of a full symphony orchestra. The annual family concert features orchestral favourites and many musical surprises. Join the excitement early and get hands-on with the pre-concert activities and workshops one hour before the concert begins. This concert is aimed at children aged six and above but musical thrill-seekers of all ages are welcome.

Echo & The Bunnymen

Monday 28 May Doors 7.00pm SOLD OUT £42.00 – £22.00 VIP £77.50

The Bailey Sisters

Friday 1 June 12.45pm Stalls Foyer The Bailey Sisters are Alyson Rainey, Karen Dyson and Shelley Rainey. They're not sisters, and they don't drink Baileys – but they do sing traditional, folk and modern music in beautiful close harmony, both a capella, and accompanied by guitar, fiddle, recorders and shruti.

Free non-ticketed event

June

A Little Bite Music

The Hallé

Sir Mark Elder conductor Simon O'Neill Siegfried Gerhard Siegel Mime Iain Paterson The Wanderer Martin Winkler Alberich Clive Bailey Fafner Malin Christensson Woodbird

Saturday 2 June 5.00pm

Wagner Siegfried: Acts I and II (164') (Performed in concert) Tickets from £14.00 Book Tickets £5.50 student stalls tickets available Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number)

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Sir Mark Elder conductor Simon O'Neill Siegfried Iain Paterson The Wanderer Anna Larsson Erda Rachel Nicholls Brünnhilde Sunday 3 June 6.00pm

Wagner Siegfried: Act III (96') (Performed in concert) Tickets from: £14.00 Book Tickets £5.50 student stalls tickets available Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number)

The Shires

Plus Support

Wednesday 6 June Doors 7.00pm The biggest selling UK country act of all time, The Shires, announce their highly anticipated third album Accidentally on Purpose, due for release in April 2018 through Decca Records. The trailblazing duo return to The Bridgewater Hall this summer, following the success of last time's sold out show. £36.00 – £26.00

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A Little Bite Music

Emmanuel Vass piano

Thursday 7 June 12.45pm Stalls Foyer Named as 'rising star' by BBC Music Magazine, Emmanuel Vass will perform music from his self-released recording Sonic Waves, an album of water themed classical music, and his own arrangements of traditional, British sea shanties. Following broadcasts on Classic FM, BBC Radio 3 and BBC World Service, the album reached number 1 in the UK specialist classical charts.

Free non-ticketed event

International Concert Series

The Sixteen's Choral Pilgrimage 2018 Sacred and Profane Harry Christophers conductor Thursday 7 June 7.30pm

Britten Hymn to the Virgin; Hymn to Saint Cecilia; A Shepherd’s Carol; Sacred and Profane Cornysh My love she mourneth; Salve Regina; Ave Maria mater Dei; Woefully Array’d; Ah Robin, Gentle Robin The title of The Sixteen’s Choral Pilgrimage refers to Benjamin Britten’s last great choral piece written just two years before his death in 1976. The work comprises settings of eight medieval texts, full of sharp contrasts of texture and feeling. Britten’s virtuoso writing is placed alongside works by William Cornysh (1465-1523); a composer, poet and dramatist whose music was written in the early Tudor florid style. In the works of both composers, worship of the feminine injects erotic charge into spiritual longing, bringing sacred and profane closer together.

Preview 6.30pm Harry Christophers discusses the evening’s programme with Peter Davison. £37.50 – £17.50 £7.50 student standby tickets available on the day Book Tickets

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BBC Philharmonic Albéniz/Falla

Juanjo Mena conductor Martin Roscoe piano Saturday 9 June 7.30pm

Albéniz The Magic Opal – Overture (9’) Albéniz orch. Enescu Rapsodia Española (13’) Falla La vida breve (64’) For his final Bridgewater Hall concert as the BBC Philharmonic’s Chief Conductor, Juanjo Mena spirits us away to his Spanish homeland. Beginning with a pair of pieces by Isaac Albéniz that sing of the south and closing with a rare treat: Manuel de Falla’s La vida breve (‘Life is Short’), a fitting way for Manchester to bid Juanjo a fond farewell. £40.50 – £12.50 £5.50 student and under-16s tickets

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Kevin & Karen Dance The Live Tour 2018 Sunday 10 June 3.00pm

Following a sensational sell-out debut tour last year, Strictly stars Kevin and Karen Clifton are back with a brand new show. Expect a sultry, hip-swinging journey through the waltz, cha cha, fox trot, tango and salsa.

It’s a high-energy performance filled with sassy tunes, heart-pounding choreography and sparkling costumes.

Kevin and Karen will dazzle audiences as they weave their own spellbinding style of ballroom magic. Backed by a supporting cast of dancers and a live 12-piece band, don't miss Kevin and Karen’s most famous, edge-of-your-seat routines live on stage. £48.50 – £30.00

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A Little Bite Music

Music Makers in Concert with Sarah Atter

Friday 15 June 12.45pm Barbirolli Room We’ve been working with young parents from Greater Manchester to develop new music for toddlers and babies. Join Sarah Atter and friends for a free performance of these new songs in the welcoming surroundings of the Barbirolli Room.

Be Hear Now

Sunday 10 June 10.45am Barbirolli Room Children and young people with special educational needs, and their families are invited to join us for participatory concert, followed by a workshop to explore the music in more depth. There is a relaxed attitude to noise and movement, and house lights will remain up.

Audience members are able to move in and out of the performance space as they need to, and there is a designated quiet area. £5 (£3 Age 19 & under) No booking fee Book Tickets

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Rush Hour Social

Sarah Watson

Friday 15 June 5.30pm Join us in the Stalls Café Bar and relax with a drink and listen to acoustic music by emerging singer-songwriters from in and around Greater Manchester. Rush Hour Social performances last for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, are free to attend and you don’t need to book.

Free non-ticketed event

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George Benson

International Concert Series

Murray Perahia

Friday 15 June 7.30pm Cancelled.

Music for the Mind & Soul

Jayanthi Kumaresh veena KU Jayachandra Rao mridangam Kousic Sen tabla Saturday 16 June 1.00pm Barbirolli Room

The veena has always been considered as an instrument of the Gods. The guiding star in Indian music, this concert showcases the veena at its best with one of the world’s greatest musicians at the helm, accompanied by percussionists of the highest order. £14.50 | £12.50 concession 11

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International Concert Series

Runrig: The Final Mile

Wayne Marshall

Saturday 16 June 7.30pm

Friday 22 June 7.30pm

SOLD OUT £37.50

What Love Would Want Sunday 17 June

Join us for this very special collaboration by singer songwriter Tim Arnold and photographer Andy Fallon.

‘What Love Would Want’ is a song by Arnold and a multimedia creative project encompassing a music video and a series of photographic portraits that celebrate the diversity and inclusivity of love, all inspired by the song.

You’re invited to watch and take part in this installation as Tim and Andy create the third video in the series throughout the day in our stunning auditorium, followed by a live performance and recording of a new version of the song and a Q & A. More details to be announced soon – please check The Bridgewater Hall website for updates

Parry Fantasia & Fugue in G Edward Bairstow Toccata Prelude on Pange Lingua, Prelude No.1 & Prelude in C Statham Rhapsody on a Ground Gerald Hendrie Toccata & Fugue from Le Tombeau de Marcel Dupré Howells Rhapsody No.3 in C-sharp minor Davies Interlude in C Campbell Canterbury Interlude Willan Introduction, Passacaglia and Fugue in E-flat minor Associate artist, Wayne Marshall, continues a busy career as a conductor and recitalist. His programme reflects the rich but neglected tradition of British organ music. Some names will be familiar, such as Howells and Parry, but there is also music by less well-known figures. Edward Bairstow was organist at York Minster, while Walford Davies succeeded Elgar as Master of the King’s Music in 1934. £17.50 £7.50 student standby tickets available on the day Book Tickets

Want to be in the video?

The new video will feature couples from Manchester to accompany the new version of the song. If you and your partner would like to participate in this beautiful art project please contact info@timarnold.co.uk with a photo of yourself and your partner before 1 June.

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George Benson

Wednesday 20 June 7.30pm George Benson returns to The Bridgewater Hall to perform his greatest hits from his impressive back catalogue – which includes such classics as Give Me The Night, Lady Love Me (One More Time), Turn Your Love Around, Love X Love, Never Give Up On A Good Thing and In Your Eyes. £69.50 – £48.50

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The Hallé ‘80s Mixtape

Stephen Bell conductor Alison Jiear & Tim Howar vocalists Saturday 23 June 7.30pm

Includes: Queen Radio Ga Ga | Warnes/Medley Time of My Life | Irene Cara Flashdance | Bonnie Tyler Total Eclipse of the Heart | Weather Girls It’s Raining Men Europe Final Countdown | Barry Manilow Could It Be Magic | Richie/Ross Endless Love | Leonard Cohen Hallelujah | Bette Midler The Rose | Michael Jackson She’s Out Of My Life | Journey Don’t Stop Believin' Big hair, big shoulder pads and the biggest hits of the ‘80s, all in one spectacular concert. Join us for a night of chart-topping smash hits!

Sponsored by Siemens plc Hallé summer concerts sponsor PZ Cussons Book Tickets Tickets from £12.50 Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number)

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The Greater Manchester Music Hub presents... Celebration Concert 2018

Red Balloon Acoustic Stage

GM Youth Wind Orchestra, GM Jazz Orchestra, GM Youth Show Choir, GM Children’s Chorus, GM Youth String Orchestra and GM Youth Brass Band

Hear some of Manchester's finest acoustic acts – presented

by The Bridgewater Hall and Red Balloon Music. Stay for the whole event or come and go throughout the afternoon with a line-up featuring: Lauren Housley, Robbie Cavanagh, Jo Rose, Hannah Ashcroft, Caoilfhionn Rose, Megan Dixon Hood, Jonny Woodhead, Lindsay Munroe, Demi Marriner, We Were Strangers, and The Slow Approach.

Sunday 24 June 2.00pm

The GM Music Hub returns to present the region’s flagship youth ensembles in concert. Featuring a stunning variety of music from traditional brass band sounds through to modern jazz, musical theatre and classical, 600 young musicians will perform a never to forget concert celebrating the best in educational music performance. £12.50 | £7.50 (under 18s) Book Tickets

RNCM Symphony Orchestra Yan Pascal Tortelier conductor Sergej Bolkhovets conductor Waynne Kwon cello Friday 29 June 7.30pm

Thomas Mignon Overture Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1 in E flat major Op.107 Ravel Daphnis et Chloé To draw the RNCM’s French Connections year to a close, Yan Pascal Tortelier returns to conduct the RNCM Symphony Orchestra in his personally chosen collection of orchestral music from Ravel’s ballet Daphnis et Chloé. Daphnis et Chloé is one of those universally loved master works – packed with passion, exuberance and sensuality. No wonder Stravinsky described it as 'one of the most beautiful products in all of French music’. £20.50 – £17.50

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Saturday 30 June 12.00pm to 5.30pm Barbirolli Room

Free non-ticketed event – entry is on a first come, first served basis

Red Balloon Music presents Mark Morriss (The Bluetones) Support Ivan Campo & James M Carson Saturday 30 June 6.30pm Barbirolli Room

Mark Morriss is the singer-songwriter and frontman of 90s Britpop sensations – The Bluetones who achieved 14 top ten singles and 3 top ten albums. Mark has released 4 solo albums to date, and is also a member of The Maypoles – fronted by Matt Berry (The IT Crowd, Garth Marenghi's Darkplace, The Mighty Boosh). This is a unique chance to see Mark perform an intimate solo acoustic set. £12.50 (very limited availability)

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Stephen Bell conductor Hallé Children’s Choir Actors from the Manchester Metropolitan University School of Theatre Sunday 1 July 3.00pm

Hans Zimmer Pirates of the Caribbean | Horner Apollo 13 | Harry Gregson-Williams Narnia Suite | Alan Silvestri Back To The Future | Sherman & Sherman Chitty Chitty Bang Bang | Bennett Murder on the Orient Express | John Williams E.T. | Edward Gregson The Salamander and the Moonraker Spend the afternoon with the Hallé and Stephen Bell on the journey of a lifetime. This magical concert lets your imagination run riot with space ships, flying cars, thrilling train rides and the most exciting wardrobe in the world!

Join the mythical Salamander and be transported to the glittering galaxy in a bid to rescue the Moonraker. The Hallé, Hallé Children’s Choir and a cast of actors will be your guides in this fabulous feast of family fun.

Sponsored by Individual Restaurants Company Hallé summer concerts sponsor PZ Cussons Adult £17.50 | Child (under 18) £10.50 Family (4 people max, min 1 child) £38.50 Book Tickets

Jonathan Scott Lunchtime Organ Concerts

July

The Hallé Magical Journeys

Greatest Hits

Monday 2 July 1.10pm Bach arr. Scott Sinfonia to Cantata 29 Lemare Andantino in D flat 'Moonlight & Roses' Bach Toccata & Fugue in D minor BWV 565 Albinoni/Giazotto Adagio in G minor Boëllmann Suite Gothique Op.25: Introduction – Choral, Menuet gothique, Prière à Notre-Dame, Toccata Widor Toccata from Symphony No.5 Op.42 The glorious sound of The Bridgewater Hall's Marcussen concert organ comes into its own as Jonathan Scott performs an unmissable programme of the organ's greatest hits including Bach's Toccata & Fugue in D minor, Albinoni's Adagio and Widor's brilliant Toccata. £12.00 | £10.50 concession | £7.50 student Book Tickets

Steve Winwood

Monday 2 July 7.30pm For more than five decades, Steve Winwood has remained a primary figure in rock ‘n’ roll, a respected innovator who has helped to create some of the genre’s most celebrated achievements. His celebrated skills as a composer, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist have developed an impressive catalogue of popular music. £57.50 – £42.50 Book Tickets

A Little Bite Music

Bird & Family Bryan

Tuesday 3 July 12.45pm Stalls Foyer Bird & Family Bryan is an alternative pop band based in Liverpool made up of Mickey and Pip on vocals, keys and bits, Hedi on guitar and Bevil penning the lyrics.

With their collection of uniquely arranged originals, Bird has impressed, captivating audiences across the UK. Free non-ticketed event Steve Winwood 14

Chetham’s Symphony Orchestra Jac van Steen conductor Margaret McDonald mezzo-soprano Friday 6 July 7.30pm

Elgar The Music Makers Holst The Planets

Jonathon Heyward conductor Matthew Hamilton choral director/conductor Halle Choir Saturday 7 July 7.30pm

Two giants of the orchestral repertoire are conducted by the acclaimed conductor, Jac van Steen. Elgar’s heartfelt cantata The Music Makers celebrates the central role of the arts in human society – a fitting theme for a concert performed by the next generation of performers. The second half lifts us from the earth to the spheres, as Holst’s The Planets takes us on a journey through the solar system.

From the unmistakeable rhythms which open Mars, the Bringer of War, to the ethereal, invisible voices of Neptune and Colin Matthews’ latter day addition, Pluto, Holst’s powerful imagining of the sounds of the universe remains one of the most popular works in the symphonic repertoire. £20.50 Students, seniors and claimants 10% off Under 16s 50% off

The Hallé Choral Extravaganza

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Handel Zadok The Priest Mozart Overture: The Marriage of Figaro Verdi Nabucco: Overture & Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves Karl Jenkins The Armed Man: Benedictus Elgar The Wand of Youth: Overture; Fairies & Giants Parry I Was Glad Mozart Requiem: Dies Irae Wagner Lohengrin: Prelude to Act III Orff Carmina Burana: O Fortuna Traditional arr. Moses Hogan Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho Bizet Overture: Carmen Eric Whitacre Sleep Glinka Overture: Ruslan and Ludmilla Mascagni Cavalleria rusticana: Intermezzo The world’s greatest choruses performed by the awardwinning Hallé and Hallé Choir – this promises to be an evening to remember.

Hallé summer concerts sponsor PZ Cussons Tickets from £12.50 Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number) Book Tickets

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A Little Bite Music

The Hallé Magic of the Musicals

IORA

Friday 13 July 12.45pm Stalls Foyer IORA’s music is a combination of vocal and instrumental harmonies. With a blend of folk tones, a versatile voice and haunting arrangements, IORA tells stories, fascinating in their melodies and musical delivery. Her countryside roots adds to her songbird affinity that creates rich and emotive moments, contrasted with moments of raw drama and creating songs that will stay with you.

Free non-ticketed event

The Hallé Thank Hallé It’s Friday!

Stephen Bell conductor Tom Redmond presenter Matthew Hamilton choral conductor Friday 13 July 6.00pm

Programme to include: Handel Messiah: Hallelujah Chorus Tchaikovsky Prelude to Swan Lake Vivaldi Gloria: Gloria in Excelsis Deo Verdi Nabucco: Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves Schönberg/Boublil Les Misérables: Do you hear the people sing?

Arturo Márquez Danzón No.2 John Williams Star Wars Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back: Han Solo and the Princess Start your weekend in spectacular style with Thank Hallé It’s Friday! Following last summer’s outstanding success, we again present what promises to be Manchester’s biggest choir featuring… yourselves!

Stephen Bell conductor Shona Lindsay & Tom Solomon vocalists Saturday 14 July 7.30pm

The King And I Overture; and Hello Young Lovers Singin’ in the Rain You Are My Lucky Star; and Singin’ in the Rain La Cage aux folles I Am What I Am Les Misérables On My Own; and Bring Him Home La La Land Suite for Orchestra The Life Use What You Got Wicked Defying Gravity Carousel Waltz Miss Saigon Last Night of the World Grease Hopelessly Devoted To You Beauty and the Beast Be Our Guest; and Beauty and the Beast West Side Story One Hand, One Heart Parade Big News!

The Phantom of the Opera All I Ask of You Mamma Mia! Overture All the greatest songs from all the greatest musicals brought together in one spectacular night. The Hallé rolls out the red carpet for an evening that would do Broadway and the West End proud!

Hallé summer concerts sponsor PZ Cussons Tickets from £12.50 Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number) Book Tickets

You can choose to sing with the choir alongside the mighty forces of the Hallé, or simply to come and hear a wonderful concert packed with much-loved classics and iconic movie music. Details of how to be a part of the choir can be found at www.halle.co.uk/THIF Co-funded by the Creative Europe Programme of the European Union Tickets for both audience & participants: £17.50 | £15.00 concession £5.50 students and under-16s

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The Hallé The Last Night of the Hallé Proms Stephen Bell conductor Jamie MacDougall tenor Saturday 28 July 7.30pm

Tchaikovsky Eugene Onegin: Polonaise and Lensky’s Aria Rossini La Danza Tosti A vucchella and L’ultima canzone Tchaikovsky Capriccio Italien Walton Portsmouth Point Traditional Skye Boat Song Wood Fantasia on British Sea Songs Traditional arr. Gordon and Cree Loch Lomond Arne Rule, Britannia!| Parry Jerusalem Elgar Pomp and Circumstance March No.1 The Hallé’s summer music ends in party style with a beautiful selection of Italian songs and opera favourites, complete with a traditional finale.

Sponsored by Yang Sing Hallé summer concerts sponsor PZ Cussons Tickets from £15.50 Under 30s tickets available (limited number) £12.50 tickets available on the day (limited number)

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Coming Soon

New 18|19 Classical Season On sale Tuesday 8 May

18|19 concerts on sale for The Hallé, BBC Philharmonic, International Concert Series and Manchester Camerata.

One Night of Elvis

Starring Lee Memphis King Friday 14 September 7.30pm

Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist – Lee Memphis King, presents the ultimate tribute to The King.

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Joan Armatrading

Sunday 30 September 7.30pm Book Tickets

August

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National Children’s Orchestra of Great Britain: Destination Russia Jonathan Bloxham conductor Saturday 4 August 6.30pm

Shostakovich Festive Overture Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Suite (arr. for Symphonic Brass

by Timothy Jackson); Symphony No.4 Prokofiev Violin Concerto No.2 NCO will sweep you off your feet into this Russian fantasy which begins with Shostakovich commemorating the October Revolution and comes to a close with a touching dedication to Tchaikovsky’s friend (Symphony No.4).

This performance is powered by Russian spirit and brought to you by some of Great Britain’s brightest young players. £29.50 | £25.50 |£20.50 Concessions £2 off ticket price (Students/Unwaged/60+) Under 16s £10.50 | Under 5s go free 17

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Box Office: 0161 907 9000 www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

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Guided Tours

Your chance to see behind the scenes at The Bridgewater Hall. Our entertaining tour guides will tell you about the history of Manchester’s iconic international concert hall, and take you on a tour to parts of the building not usually open to the public.

Wednesday 2 May 11.30am Thursday 3 May 11.30am Monday 14 May 11.30am Monday 21 May 11.10am Monday 21 May 1.30pm Monday 4 June 11.30am Tuesday 5 June 11.30am Thursday 7 June 1.45pm Monday 18 June 11.30am Wednesday 4 July 11.30am Tickets £5 (£4 concessions)

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Tickets available from the Box Office or book online. To arrange a private tour for a group of 20 or more (tickets £4.00 per person), please contact the Group Bookings Coordinator on 0161 907 9010. Please note sometimes tours take place when the Hall is otherwise closed.

Box Office: 0161 907 9000 www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

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Booking Information

Save money on the full ticket price when you book 5 or more concerts featuring

Online

Parking Discounts

Visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk where you have the option to select your own seat or choose the best available. You can also add gift and car park vouchers to your order. If you select your own seat, you can see at a glance which seats are available.

By phone

Flexible Booking – Save up to 25% Save 15% Choose any 5 or more concerts Save 25% Choose any 16 or more concerts

A limited number of prepay discounted spaces are available to patrons attending evening concerts at Q-Park First Street car park (see map) at a rate of £6.50. Spaces must be booked at the time of purchasing your concert tickets no less than 24 hours before the event. Parking is limited to a maximum stay of 8 hours at the discounted rate.

0161 907 9000

Q-Park First Street, M15 4FN

In person

Metrolink Travel Discounts

Box Office, The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3WS

By post To the Box Office at the address above

Box Office opening hours* Monday to Saturday 10.00am—6.00pm Sunday (concert nights only) 12.00 noon—6.00pm Closed on non-concert Sundays Counter service until 8.00pm on concert nights *As at March 2018. Please phone the Box Office or visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk to check for changes in opening times.

Mastercard, Visa, Maestro and Delta all welcome

Booking Fees Prices shown in this brochure include booking fees which apply to most transactions. A booking fee of £2.50 per ticket applies to telephone and online transactions. No fee applies to tickets bought in person and paid for by cash or cheque or purchased as part of a fixed or flexible subscription.

For details of ticket exchange, group discounts, concessionary and standby tickets, please visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk or call the Box Office

Book your Metrolink Travelcard with your event tickets and save 20% off the price of a Metrolink Adult Day Travelcard. Priced £4 and valid for unlimited travel on the Metrolink Network at off-peak times (after 9.30am on weekdays, all day Saturday or Sunday). Valid only when presented with concert ticket on the day of the event only.

Facilities for disabled patrons The Bridgewater Hall is fully accessible for disabled patrons. For full information please visit www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk or call the Box Office

Sonic Manchester Student Discounts Sonic Manchester is a free network for students run by BBC Philharmonic, Manchester Camerata, the RNCM and The Bridgewater Hall. It gives students the opportunity to buy discounted tickets for a diverse range of events when they show a valid student ID. Sign up to Sonic Manchester to find out about all current offers: facebook.com/sonicmanchester

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Coaches can drop off and pick up outside the main entrance on Lower Mosley Street.

The Hall is in the centre of Manchester, easily accessible by public transport and by road.

The nearest car parks are Q-Park First Street, NCP Manchester Central, NCP Great Northern or NCP Oxford Street. Remember you can book Q-Park parking when you buy your concert tickets. If travelling by car, please allow plenty of time for your journey.

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Eating, Drinking & Shopping Make the most of your evening by enjoying a relaxing drink or a pre-concert meal in The Charles Hallé Restaurant or Stalls Café Bar. You can also indulge in a little retail therapy in our shop.

The Bridgewater Hall Shop

Take time out during your visit to browse the beautiful and unique jewellery, contemporary gifts, CDs and unusual greetings cards in the shop. When there is an advertised artist signing, CDs can be purchased from the shop before the concert or in the interval. If you’re looking for a gift that little bit more special, you’re bound to find inspiration in The Bridgewater Hall Shop!

The Shop is open Monday—Friday 11.00am—3.00pm and from 6.00pm on concert nights.

The Charles Hallé Restaurant Enjoy Head Chef Marco Tedde’s mouth-watering supper in our award-winning restaurant. We offer the best value, quality cuisine in Manchester, with a fixed price menu du jour at £21.95 for two courses and £27.50 for three courses, inclusive of coffee and petits fours.

Pre-concert dining from 5.30pm. Reservations required.

Stalls Café Bar Stalls offers a more casual pre-concert dining experience within the lively atmosphere of the Stalls bar area. Preconcert dining is available from 5.30pm with main courses typically from £9.95. Reservations required for pre-concert dining.

For pre-concert dining, please reserve tables through the Box Office or online at www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk.

Please note a £5.00 per person deposit is required for reservations. This is non-refundable in the event of cancellation but a credit to your Box Office account will be offered up to three working days before your reservation date. For informal dining options, please visit our website.

Murano Glass range

Ice Creams Ice creams are available to buy at the interval. Delicious flavours include Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate and Ginger — £2.80.

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Thank you Season Sponsor Bridgewater Hall Concert Club Platinum Brother CRASTO Groundworks Ltd Edmundson Electrical Ltd Endress and Hauser Ltd Green Contract Services Manchester Airport PwC LLP

Community Education Trust Sponsors New Charter Housing Trust Great Neighbourhoods Youth Music

Gold Beaverbrooks Tony & Daniela Coxon Steve Dempsey

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