What's April - September 2024

What’s On

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April – September 2024

Featuring

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan, Robert Plant & Saving Grace, Richard Marx, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, The Fast Show, Blue, Troy Hawke

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Liverpool Philharmonic Hall will be closed for works to our stage from Monday 27 May – Friday 4 October. Performances will still be taking place in the Music Room and at The Tung Auditorium during this period, and the Box Office will be open as normal.

In this guide Contemporary Music Page 4 Classical Music Page 26 Family & Variety Page 39

Comedy & Spoken Word Page 41 Film Page 46 What’s On Diary Page 50

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Made on Merseyside At Liverpool Philharmonic, our programme is packed with music and artists from right around the world – but we also love to shine a spotlight on the incredible talent on our doorstep.

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From local legends to rising stars, we’re proud to celebrate the very best that our region has to offer.

So as some of Merseyside’s finest take to our stages over the next few months, get ready for big sounds, stunning interpretations and a whole lot of laughs from artists who prove there’s no place like home…

John Reilly & Lewis Nitikman Saturday 13 April 8pm Music Room See page 6 for more details

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Motel Sundown

Sunday 14 April 8pm Music Room See page 6 for more details

Ni Maxine’s ‘Ode to Billie Holiday’ Sunday 21 April 8pm Music Room See page 7 for more details HSP presents

Jenny Colquitt

Saturday 11 May 8pm Music Room See page 11 for more details

In-kind Sponsors

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Brian Butterfield

Tuesday 21 May 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall See page 45 for more details

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Supporters of projects including In Harmony Liverpool and Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company The Grodner Family | The Eric and Margaret Kinder Charitable Trust | The Oglesby Charitable Trust In Harmony Fund | The Rushworth Foundation | The Johnson Foundation | Robin Bloxsidge & Nick Riddle | Lord Leverhulme’s Charitable Trust | The Margaret Wethered Trust | Joyce Lund | Elizabeth Jolly Charitable Trust | The Eleanor Rathbone Charitable Trust | DWF Foundation | Hemby Charitable Trust | The Price Parry Charitable Trust | The Whitlock Blundell Charitable Trust | Peter Moore Foundation | Royal Northern College of Music | The Rushworth Trust | Liverpool South Rotary Club | Support in memory of Michael Dempsey | Elizabeth L Rathbone Charitable Trust | The Patricia Routledge Charitable Trust | Chrimes Family Charitable Trust | The Claude Ballarde Southall Memorial Charity | The Steel Charitable Trust | Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund | Scops Arts Trust | The Martyn Donaldson Trust | Steve Morgan Foundation | The Harrison-Frank Family Foundation | Fenton Arts Trust | The Harold Hyam Wingate Trust | Thriplow Charitable Trust | Tim Jones in memory of Julia | In memory of David and Marge Moores | The Radcliffe Trust | The PH Holt Foundation | Future Talent | Three Monkies Trust | The John Thaw Foundation | Anonymous donors

Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand Wednesday 22 May 8pm Music Room See page 15 for more details

Prowse at 60

Friday 26 July 8pm Music Room See page 23 for more details

The Ian Prowse Summer Show

Other Public Donors

Saturday 27 July 8pm Music Room See page 23 for more details Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand

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The Necks The Tung Auditorium Tuesday 9 April 7.30pm £22 In association with The Tung Auditorium and Amorphic Music (Invisible Wind Factory)

Wallis Bird Tuesday 9 April 8pm Music Room £20, £17 Paul Simon’s Graceland Reimagined by The London African Gospel Choir

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Paul Simon’s Graceland Reimagined by The London African Gospel Choir Friday 5 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £34.50, £29.50, £23.50

Dom Martin Sunday 7 April 8pm Music Room £21.50, £18.50 With special guest Demi Marriner

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Following multiple sold-out shows across the UK, the London African Gospel Choir (LAGC) bring their totally uplifting rendition of Paul Simon’s iconic album Graceland to Liverpool. Colourful and lifeaffirming, this astounding musical reinterpretation includes all the hit singles: ‘Diamonds on The Soles of Her Shoes’, ‘The Boy in the Bubble’, ‘Homeless’, and Graceland’s biggest smash hit ‘You Can Call Me Al’. The LAGC’s Graceland is really special – to compare this vibrant show to anything else would be like trying to measure love or joy with a ruler!

Belfast’s singer-songwriter Dom Martin presents an intimate acoustic show.

A multiple-time winner of the UK Blues Award for ‘Acoustic Artist’ and ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’, Dom draws you into his world in his legendary live shows. Since 2019, he has released three studio albums – all a smooth mixture of acoustic and electric songs which take you on a journey.

Embarking on a solo tour for the first time, Dom will be joined by Demi Marriner – a superb up-and-coming Americana artist.

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Parr Jazz presents

Briana Corrigan Wednesday 10 April 8pm Music Room £20, £17

Ímar Thursday 11 April 8pm Music Room £21, £18

The Necks are one of Australia’s great cult bands. Chris Abrahams (piano), Tony Buck (drums) and Lloyd Swanton (bass) conjure a chemistry together that defies description. Featuring lengthy pieces which slowly unravel in the most mesmerising fashion, frequently underpinned by an insistent deep groove, The Necks’ 18 albums stand up to re-listening time and time again. Not entirely avant-garde, nor minimalist, nor ambient, nor jazz, the music of The Necks is unique.

Wallis Bird has been enrapturing audiences with her irrepressible on-stage energy for over a decade. In 2022, Wallis released her seventh studio album Hands – her most personal and experimental to date. Since its release, Wallis has toured throughout Europe, the USA and the UK earning rave reviews as she jumps from her one woman shows of her 2019 album Woman to special big band concerts.

With a voice that “could melt icebergs at 50 paces” (VOX), Briana Corrigan of The Beautiful South is returning to the stage. This is a rare opportunity to hear Corrigan’s “stupendous vocal” (NME) up close and personal as she entertains with an evening of story and song. Expect Beautiful South classics, nestled among her own beautifully crafted songs and some unique takes on traditional favourites, all combining to pack an intimate, heart-warming, emotional and joyous punch of connection.

BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winners, Irish/ Manx/Scottish quintet Ímar are amongst Glasgow’s hottest folk property. Their two albums – Afterlight and Avalanche – have amassed a devoted fanbase all around the world, whilst live audiences are transfixed by Ímar’s collective and individual technical prowess. With a line-up boasting a heavyweight haul of top solo prizes, the group’s collective synergy and live energy is positively electric.

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Contemporary Music John Reilly is a Sheffield-based singer-songwriter, originally from Liverpool. Concerts in his home city are always very special, so he is delighted to return with his long-term writing partner, Canadian composer and pianist Lewis Nitikman. In this uniquely intimate gig, John will perform new songs, old favourites and remarkable covers, all enhanced by the incredible piano skills of Lewis Nitikman. Expect a very special evening of moving and inspirational music which leaves the audience entranced and shouting for more.

John Reilly & Lewis Nitikman Saturday 13 April 8pm Music Room £21, £18

Jamie Lawson Tuesday 16 April 8pm Music Room £21 This is a standing event.

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The first artist to be signed to Ed Sheeran’s label, Jamie Lawson stepped into the limelight back in 2015 with his Ivor Novello Awardwining album. After touring around the world (including supporting Ed himself) and releasing two further albums, Jamie decided to strike out on his own, restocking and reassessing his musical aspirations during the pandemic. Now, Jamie makes an eagerly awaited return, previewing his new album, Little Weaknesses, full of snatched inspirations, instinctive gambles and mighty songs.

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Motel Sundown Sunday 14 April 8pm Music Room £17, £14

Dallahan Wednesday 17 April 8pm Music Room £20, £17 Motel Sundown are an Americana band based in Liverpool. Formed in 2018, they combine the sounds they grew up with such as The Beatles, Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan, with three-part harmonies inspired by the likes of Fleetwood Mac and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The band released their debut album in 2022 and since then, they’ve played shows and festivals across the UK and supported Americana artists such as The Hanging Stars, Ashley Campbell, and Grammynominated Courtney Marie Andrews.

Ni Maxine’s ‘Ode to Billie Holiday’

Blue

Sunday 21 April 8pm Music Room £18, £15

Tuesday 16 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £77, £71, £61, £56, £51 An additional Meet and Greet package is available (limited capacity).

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Forged in Scotland and Ireland’s traditional music scene but drawing on the music of the Balkans and North America, Dallahan take their listeners on a journey. Traversing styles and countries of the world in a dazzling live show, they create their own unique brand of world-folk delivered with stunning virtuosity. Having performed in over 20 countries, they have become a veteran touring outfit and with each album their sound continues to evolve.

Multi-million selling BRIT Award winners Blue hit the road, bringing special, intimate shows packed with their best-loved songs and memories from throughout their career. Prepare to see Blue as you’ve never seen them before in grand theatre settings, featuring performances of fan favourites such as ‘All Rise’, ‘Flyby’, ‘Too Close’, ‘One Love’, ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’ and some surprises, alongside anecdotes from their 20 years as mainstays of the pop music scene.

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Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening with award-winning artist Ni Maxine as she pays homage to the timeless Lady Day. Commemorating the anniversary of Billie Holiday’s birth, Ni Maxine and her band reimagine cherished classics such as ‘God Bless The Child’, ‘Good Morning Heartache’ and ‘Strange Fruit’. Expect a heartfelt performance that both illuminates the pivotal moments of Billie’s extraordinary life and career, and presents the compelling story of a Black British woman navigating today’s world.

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Mary Gauthier Tuesday 23 April 8pm Music Room £25, £21 With support from Jaimee Harris

As she has so eloquently accomplished over the past 25 years, acclaimed singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier has used her art once again to traverse the uncharted waters of the past few years. Her gift to us, the powerful Dark Enough to See the Stars, collects ten sparkling jewels of Gauthier songcraft reflecting both love and loss. A Grammy-nominated folk singer-songwriter, Mary’s songs have been recorded by everyone from Dolly Parton and Jimmy Buffett to Boy George and Candi Staton.

The ‘10’ Tour

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

The Illegal Eagles Wednesday 1 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £65 (VIP), £45.50, £39.50, £34.50, £31.50

The Illegal Eagles are not only the ultimate celebration of the Eagles, but one of the most talented touring live bands. Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the Eagles, The Illegal Eagles return with a brand-new production, their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. Following their 2023 sell-out show here, the group are joined once again by Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra musicians. Expect classics such as ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’ and more.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Following sold-out performances in the West End and around the globe, the sensational homage to Simon & Garfunkel returns to Liverpool. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the hits including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more.

Tuesday 30 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £66, £56.50, £50.50, £39.50, £33.50

New York City’s pop-jazz sensation, Postmodern Jukebox, return to the UK, bringing their innovative twist on classic sounds and performing ‘today’s hits yesterday’. Expect a dazzling, inspiring trip through the PMJ Universe – where modern-day earworms and iconic pop hits alike are reimagined in classic genres like swing, doo-wop, 1920s jazz and Motown and brought to life by a cast of some of the world’s best singers, dancers and instrumentalists.

Aoife Scott and Dominie Hooper

Sunday 5 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £39, £33, £29

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Tuesday 30 April 8pm Music Room £16, £13

The Seven Decades Tour

Jethro Tull Monday 6 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £56, £50, £45 Aoife Scott and Dominie Hooper come together for an incredible double-bill show. Born into the legendary Black Family, Aoife Scott is steadily rising to the top of the traditional and folk music scene and has long enjoyed success as an established artist in her own right. Dominie Hooper is a London-based, Dartmoor-born guitarist, cellist, singer and songwriter breathing new life into alternative music through seeds of alt-rock and British folk.

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Jethro Tull perform songs from across their entire back-catalogue – from their 1968 debut album This Was, through to their latest album RökFlöte. Over the years, they’ve sold over 60 million albums, built an extensive global fan base and released over 30 albums, but much remains the same! With Ian’s unique and iconic flute playing and distinct vocal at the helm, Jethro Tull’s hunger for creativity and experimentation is as strong as ever and only evolves and develops.

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Contemporary Music Jacqui Dankworth – the imaginative and moving award-winning vocalist – appears in concert alongside acclaimed pianist-vocalist Charlie Wood.

Audiences will be treated to a sparkling collection of songs drawn from Jacqui’s studio albums, alongside the music that has inspired her incredible career. Firmly established as one of the country’s leading jazz vocalists, Jacqui’s live concerts showcase her unique versatility and effortless mastery of a wide spectrum of genres.

Jacqui Dankworth & Charlie Wood Wednesday 8 May 8pm Music Room £25, £21

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Jenny Colquitt Saturday 11 May 8pm Music Room £18.50, £15.50

Named as one of RnR Magazine’s ‘Ones to Watch’ in 2022, awardwinning artist Jenny Colquitt encompasses a unique combination of Americana, indie, folk rock and pop. A voice that uniquely combines the melodic undertones of artists such as Eva Cassidy and the rawness of Alanis Morissette, she writes with soul, and lyrical vulnerability and style, to accompany her musicality on keys and guitar.

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Hannah Hutton Septet: Sounds of Sondheim Sunday 12 May 3pm Music Room £25, £22 Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns in 2024. The show offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time. Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, this show is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

Join Hannah Hutton and her band as they explore the writing and works of the late, great Stephen Sondheim. A former member of Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir, Hannah graduated from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2022 with a Masters in Jazz Voice. Together with her band of talented jazz musicians, she’ll present new interpretations of Sondheim’s music. Expect a night of beautiful songs like you’ve never heard them before.

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Katherine Priddy Thursday 9 May 8pm Music Room £20, £17

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Fergus McCreadie Trio Monday 13 May 8pm Music Room £22, £19 Since releasing her debut EP Wolf, singer-songwriter Katherine Priddy has quickly become one of the most exciting names on the British music scene. Priddy’s haunting vocals and distinctive fingerpicking guitar style have seen her release albums to great acclaim, sell out a headline tour, perform around the world, and support numerous world class artists. Her live performances are engaging and moving, as she delivers original songs with emotional maturity, depth and particularly noteworthy lyrics.

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Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie delves into the essence of water with music from his new album, Stream.

Accompanied by comrades David Bowden (double bass) and Stephen Henderson (drums), Fergus’ music flows through the rich landscapes of Scottish folklore and the sophisticated avenues of contemporary jazz, blending them seamlessly. A current BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artist, Fergus has previously released two critically acclaimed albums, was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and won Scottish Album of the Year.

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London Symphonic Rock Orchestra Wednesday 15 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £61 (VIP), £52, £46, £38.50, £33.50

Blair Dunlop Wednesday 15 May 8pm Music Room £19, £16

Dressed as an army of rock warriors, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra are ready to deliver iconic rock hits in the most spectacular way. Immersed in a candlelit fantasy forest, the atmosphere is electric, the musicians are mesmerising and the wall of sound they create will leave you instantly captivated.

Expect reimagined classic hits from the songbooks of AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Guns N Roses, Motörhead, Foo Fighters, Rage Against The Machine and many more.

One of the UK’s most accomplished songwriters, Blair Dunlop is back on tour in anticipation of his fifth studio album, Let’s Get Out of the Rain. This will be Blair’s first studio album since 2018’s Notes from an Island. Where ‘Notes’ was an introspective analysis of Brexit Britain, the new collection is a celebration of spring, newness and freedom. Songs of metamorphosis and wide screen road trips prevail.

Blue Rose Code Thursday 16 May 8pm Music Room £20, £17

Sensational 60s Experience Friday 17 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £37.50, £31.50

Starring Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich, The Trems (former members of The Tremeloes), The Fortunes, , The Swinging Blue Jeans and Vanity Fare, prepare to be transported back to that magical decade that was the 1960s. Full of timeless classics, expect to hear ‘The Legend Of Xanadu’, ‘Storm In A Teacup’, ‘Hippy Hippy Shake’, ‘Silence Is Golden’, ‘Hitchin A Ride’ and many more.

Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Thursday 16 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £61, £59, £51

Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge

Featuring Gilson Lavis, special guests Imelda May and Toby Lee, and guest vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka.

As the UK’s most popular pianist and bandleader, Jools Holland has performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians in the world, including Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Luther Vandross, Sting, BB King and Paul Weller. He’s also an authority on all music – his BBC2 show, Later... with Jools Holland, has featured artists from all time periods, countries, and genres across 61 series. As ever, Jools and special guests will dazzle audiences with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and their exuberant live performances.

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Ross Wilson aka Blue Rose Code writes songs straight from the heart, addressing love, loss, home and faith and seamlessly blending folk, Americana, jazz, soul and pop influences. The band have toured with The Proclaimers, appeared at major festivals, performed for Celtic Connections and embarked on a sell-out Scottish tour. Ross and the band will appear at Cambridge Folk Festival this summer but before that, catch this most uplifting and powerful group of musicians on tour.

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Friday 17 May 8pm Music Room £27, £23

Gordon Giltrap and John Etheridge – two of the UK’s most respected guitarists – join forces for an unforgettable evening of top-class musicianship. These innovative guitarists bring you an electrifying show – expect material from their respective careers and favourite pieces from throughout the landscape of their musical visions and influences. A show guaranteed to enthrall guitar aficionados and music lovers in general, don’t miss the chance to see these influential guitarists in action.

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Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand Wednesday 22 May 8pm Music Room £19, £16

Mercury Music Prize nominated singer-songwriter Kathryn Williams and Scotland’s acclaimed singer-songwriter Dan Willson (Withered Hand) met in Edinburgh in 2019. From one tweet thread between the pair afterwards, an unexpected friendship formed, with each artist making the trip between Edinburgh and Newcastle to write and record. During the pandemic, they both continued their writing sessions online and live streamed concerts on Instagram. By the end of lockdown, they had a whole album of songs ready to go.

Richard Marx Saturday 18 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £126 (VIP) £56, £50, £40, £35 With support from Rumer T&Cs apply for VIP ticket holders, see website for details.

Richard Marx has been a recording artist and powerhouse of the songwriting world for almost 40 years. A true multi-talented performer, he’s written for the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers and Celine Dion, and scored 14 No.1 singles as both a performer and songwriter/producer. Having sold over 30 million albums, his latest release, Songwriter, features pop, rock and country songs, as well as five beautiful ballads – a celebration of the versatility and ambition that he’s displayed throughout his career.

If you’re looking for an extra special gift for a music lover, or a lasting dedication for a loved one, make your mark on Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and dedicate a seat.

Merry Hell Saturday 18 May 3pm & 8pm Music Room £16 (3pm) £18 (8pm)

Our brass plaques can be engraved with the name or phrase of your choice, and attached to your chosen seat in our art-deco auditorium.

Book tickets for both shows and get £6 off Please note that the afternoon performance is seated, and the evening performance is a standing event.

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Dedicate a Seat

Join everyone’s favourite folk rock band Merry Hell for a day of music and friendship. The afternoon show stars Virginia Kettle’s Rolling Folk, a new project that sees Merry Hell’s leading lady collaborate with some of her marvellous musical mates. In the evening, Merry Hell will be performing their trademark all-standing, all-dancing, roof-raising full band show. It’s going to be a joyous day not to be missed!

Plus receive all the benefits of either a Priority Premium membership or a Silver membership.

Dedicate a seat for £200 per year, or £15 per month.

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The New Radio Ballads: In the Footsteps of Ewan MacColl

YES Sunday 26 May 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £85, £64, £58, £49

Wednesday 5 June 8pm Music Room £27, £23

YES return with a show that includes iconic tracks from the band’s fifty-plus year back-catalogue and, possibly, music from their new album, Mirror To The Sky. Formed in 1968, the Grammy Awardwinning YES have been one of the most innovative, influential and best-loved bands in rock music history. With their ground-breaking musical style and content, they have sold over 50 million records and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame.

Antonio Forcione & Giorgio Serci Sunday 26 May 8pm Music Room £23, £20

With his vibrant blend of Latin, African, jazz, and flamenco sounds, awardwinning acoustic guitar virtuosocomposer Antonio Forcione is a highly inventive performer. He has teamed up with the evocative guitarist Giorgio Serci whose natural charisma equals his originality. Both virtuosos in their field, they bring a unique flavour to the musical world when they perform together. Be prepared to laugh and be moved as they celebrate the unexpected elements in life with delicacy, humour and not least, passion.

In the 1950s, Ewan MacColl created the groundbreaking BBC Home Service Radio Ballads, highlighting the voices of rarely-heard communities in songs written from recorded interviews.

In 2006, Radio Ballads returned to BBC Radio 2, using the same format but this time involving a whole team of stellar musicians and singers. Now, multi-instrumentalists from that team – Bob Fox, Jez Lowe and Julie Matthews – present music from the 2006 Radio Ballads live on stage. Expect songs of joy, love, hardship and humour.

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John Bramwell & The Full Harmonic Trio Friday 7 June 8pm Music Room £26 This is a standing event.

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John Bramwell has been on a never-ending rolling adventure since his workings away from the Mercury Prize nominated Mancunian band, I Am Kloot. Now on the road with his latest project, John previews his much-anticipated sophomore album, The Light Fantastic. John Bramwell & The Full Harmonic Trio bring a show where audiences can enjoy the new album played live in its full glory with perhaps some surprises in between.

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Saturday 8 June 8pm Music Room £16

Saturday 1 June 8pm Music Room £22.50, £19.50

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‘Under sung national treasure’ (Uncut) Vinny Peculiar returns to Liverpool with a full band and some very special guests for a multimedia performance. This exciting new show will feature songs from his fabulously diverse, fourteen-album recording career, including his latest critically acclaimed album How I Learned To Love The Freaks.

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Originally formed in 1977, Section 25 were a duo of brothers Larry and Vincent Cassidy. After several reincarnations, in 2024 the band are once again a duo consisting of Vincent Cassidy and long-time collaborator Steven Stringer. Section 25 create a fantastic live show and are celebrating the launch of their latest studio album, MOVE ON. Having been mentored, produced and sampled by some of the industry’s biggest names, the band have an impressive post-punk pedigree.

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Tom Kitching: Where There’s Brass Sunday 9 June 8pm Music Room £19, £16

Erland Cooper Tuesday 11 June 8pm Music Room £26, £23

Author and musician Tom Kitching launches his new book and album, Where There’s Brass, with a special storytelling and music concert tour. Documenting six months living in the London waterways community, Where There’s Brass tells the story of the contemporary London waterways – a floating slum at worst, a bohemian, alternative, vibrant community at best. Stories old and new are interwoven with a specially composed suite of music, underpinned by Tom’s long-term accompanist, the brilliant mandola player Marit Fält.

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David Evans’ Last Chance Jug Band Thursday 20 June 8pm Music Room £18, £15

Two-time Grammy winner and Blues Hall of Fame inductee, David Evans brings his Last Chance Jug Band to Liverpool. A three-piece group based in Memphis, since 1989 they have recreated the sounds of the city’s jug band tradition. They have performed in a number of mid-South and national concerts and festivals and have twice been featured artists on the nationally syndicated radio programme Beale Street Caravan. The band consists of Evans (vocals, guitar, kazoo), Elmo Lee Thomas (harmonica, jug, background vocals), and Ted Maclin (jug, washboard).

Erland Cooper is a Scottish composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist originally from Orkney. As a solo artist, he has released five acclaimed studio albums, including a trilogy of work inspired by his childhood home, nature, people, place and time.

His work combines field recordings with traditional orchestration and contemporary electronic elements.

Through music, words and cinematography he explores landscape, memory and identity, developing these themes further by partnering with other artists, writers and poets.

Bernard Butler Friday 14 June 8pm Music Room £24, £21

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Bernard Butler is a Brit and Grammy Award winning musician. He has created era-defining albums and anthems, and produced seminal releases by The Libertines, Tricky, Black Kids, Kate Nash, James Morrison, Texas, Mark Eitzel, Paloma Faith and Duffy. He has played guitar for Pet Shop Boys, Bryan Ferry, Roy Orbison, Bert Jansch, The Libertines, Neneh Cherry, Robert Plant and Ben Watt. Currently he has completed albums by Sam Lee and The Clockworks, and has a new solo album for 2024 release.

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Reelin’ in the Dan Friday 21 June 8pm Music Room £21, £18

Reelin’ in the Dan are an ensemble celebrating the music of Steely Dan, performing songs from the band’s 1972-1980 catalogue. Born from a shared passion for and upbringing on Walter Becker and Donald Fagen’s songwriting prowess, the young band is dedicated to recreating the Steely Dan sound as faithfully as possible. Following sell-out shows in 2023, the band is back to offer a night of brilliant nostalgia. Expect the big hits as well as some lesser-known album tracks.

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In My Liverpool Home with Danny Jones and Friends Friday 28 June 8pm Music Room £19, £16

The Revolutionary Army of the Infant Jesus Saturday 29 June 8pm Music Room £16 With support from Charlie McKeon and Trappist Afterland.

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Following six sold-out Spinners Legends shows and last year’s final show from Hughie Jones, ‘Son of a Spinner’ Danny Jones presents an unforgettable evening of music and fun. Danny will be joined by talented musicians Emma Scarr (fiddle, guitar and banjo), Paul Cook (guitar), local legend ‘Count’ John McCormick, and maybe even a special guest! Expect songs old and new, nautical and landlocked, plus old favourites that will have you singing along and smiling all the way home.

Formed in Liverpool in 1985, the Revolutionary Army of the Infant Jesus is a unique experimental ensemble whose work goes beyond music. For over thirty-five years the band’s cult following has grown. Their mesmerising recorded material is influenced by diverse cultural perspectives and stimulates a deeply personal and subjective awakening.

Ethereal vocals, ambient compositions, chants, acoustic instrumentation and field recordings generate beautiful and emotionally intense soundscapes. Their live performances are improvised, often featuring fragments, echoes and reimaginings of the recorded work.

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For You Blue: Celebrating The Beatles Greatest Hits 19671970 Friday 5 July 7.30pm M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool £55, £45, £35, £30

The Ayoub Sisters Saturday 20 July 8pm Music Room £12, £10

Richard Balcombe conductor The Bootleg Beatles Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Following on from two hugely successful collaborations, The Bootleg Beatles and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra are coming together again. Their latest venture is a 50th anniversary celebration of The Beatles 1967-1970, affectionately known as The Blue Album.

Encompassing the period from Sgt Pepper through to Let It Be, this is an extraordinary one-off chance to witness ‘the concert that never was’, featuring all the classic late period Beatles hits including ‘All You Need is Love’, ‘Strawberry Fields’ and ‘Penny Lane’, complete with full-throttle symphonic sound. A must-see multi-media show for Beatles fans of all ages.

As part of Liverpool Arab Arts Festival, award-winning instrumental duo The Ayoub Sisters present an evening of live music including songs from their brand-new album, Arabesque.

The Ayoub Sisters will be joined by renowned jazz musicians, guitarist Filippo Dall’Asta and percussionist Giovanni Velez. Scottish/Egyptian instrumentalists and composers, The Ayoub Sisters have topped the classical charts, and are celebrated for their ability to unite different musical genres and cultures through their unique compositional style.

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Prowse at 60 Friday 26 July 8pm Music Room £24

SHORT COURSES FOR THE SHEER ENJOYMENT OF LEARNING

42 years ago, an 18-year-old Ian Prowse walked down the gang plank and boarded Isle of Man Ferry to travel to his first (and last) job – as a bouncy castle supervisor! That paid for him to buy a guitar. As he turns 60, he looks back over those years in an intimate solo evening full of songs and stories. Drawing some inspiration from the recordbreaking Springsteen on Broadway, this limited capacity show with cabaret-style seating is a complete one off – Ian, some guitars, top tunes and tall tales.

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Le Vent du Nord Friday 23 August 8pm Music Room £20 This is a standing event.

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Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in Quebec’s folk movement.

The group’s vast repertoire draws from both traditional sources and original compositions, all enhanced by a broad range of global influences. Le Vent du Nord has enjoyed meteoric success, performing across the globe, and racking up several prestigious awards. The group exhibits great finesse and flexibility, working on a wide range of projects, collaborating with a diverse selection of artists and creating joyful and dynamic live performances.

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Don’t miss in March...

Sam Lee Thursday 28 March 8pm Music Room £22, £19

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Robert Plant presents Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian

Sam Lee is an acclaimed singer, folksong collector, conservationist and founder of The Nest Collective, who have injected life back into the folk trad and world acoustic scenes. Sam’s first release, Ground Of Its Own, was short-listed for a Mercury Music Prize, his track ‘Lovely Molly’ won a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award and he won ‘Artist of the Year’ at the 2016 Songlines Magazine Awards. He has also contributed songs to multiple film projects, including Guy Ritchie’s King Arthur: Legend of the Sword.

Tuesday 26 March 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £72, £66, £46, £36 With support from Taylor McCall

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The 80s Show

The Billy Joel Songbook

Wednesday 27 March 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £35, £29

Sunday 31 March 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £34.50, £28.50, £26

Get ready for the best 80s party on the planet! The 80s produced some of the most memorable bands and styles of all time, and The 80s Show covers as many of these as possible, going to monumental lengths to get the sounds absolutely perfect. Featuring only the best musicians and singers around, you’ll be singing along to the massive hits of Duran Duran, Tears For Fears, Spandau Ballet, Wham!, Madonna, Whitney Houston, OMD, Erasure, David Bowie and more.

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After a sell-out 2022 tour, the hugely acclaimed singer-songwriter and pianist Elio Pace and his incredible band are set to thrill audiences once more with the smash-hit award-winning show, The Billy Joel Songbook. This exciting live show pays homage to one of the most iconic musicians, singer-songwriters and composers of the 20th Century, transporting the audience through a catalogue of Joel’s music including ‘She’s Always A Woman’, ‘Uptown Girl’, ‘We Didn’t Start The Fire’ and ‘Piano Man’.

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Close Up Concert

Liverpool String Quartet Monday 8 April 8pm Music Room £20, £17

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Holst Phantasy Quartet on British Folksongs Op.36 Eleanor Alberga String Quartet No.2 Schubert Death and the Maiden Róisín Verity violin Sarah Hill violin Dani Sanxis viola Nick Byrne cello

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Coleridge-Taylor Ballade Weinberg Cello Concerto in C minor op.43 Elgar Symphony No.1

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From Vienna to the Caribbean, great things come in small packages as the Liverpool String Quartet pair the music of Jamaican-born composer Eleanor Alberga with Schubert’s most famous string quartet.

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Andrew Manze conductor Sheku Kanneh-Mason cello

Thursday 4 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £55, £50, £42, £36, £29, £19

You don’t need us to tell you about Sheku Kanneh-Mason – the inspirational young British cellist who’s changed the way we think about classical music. Well, he’s back, this time with a haunting, unfairly neglected concerto by one of Shostakovich’s best friends.

Meanwhile, Andrew Manze shares the greatest of British symphonies, Elgar’s First. When it was premiered in Manchester in 1908, the audience jumped to its feet and cheered – you’re about to hear why.

Post-concert Question Time - starts in the Music Room 15 minutes after the concert ends with Andrew Manze.

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Nielsen’s Violin Concerto Thursday 11 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £55, £50, £42, £36, £29, £19 Johan Dalene © Mats Bäcker

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Here in Liverpool we’ve taken Nobuyuki Tsujii to our hearts, and the artistry and warmth of this phenomenal Japanese pianist leaves audiences cheering and critics lost for words. He brought the house down with his recital in the Hall last season, and tonight he stretches his wings with a programme that ranges from the timeless beauty of Bach, through the magic of Chopin, to the grand passions of Rachmaninov. Nobu will make them all sing in a concert drenched in fantasy, feeling and the kind of piano playing you thought they didn’t make any more.

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Ruth Gipps Song for Orchestra Nielsen Violin Concerto Borodin Symphony No.2 Andrew Manze conductor Johan Dalene violin (Young Artist in Residence) Alexander Borodin worked as a scientist, but he dreamed in music and his wonderful Second Symphony is exactly as stirring, as tuneful and as lush as you’d expect from the composer of the Polovtsian Dances – and it’s a real favourite of our Principal Guest Conductor Andrew Manze. Young Artist in Residence Johan Dalene, meanwhile, is crazy about the raw energy of Nielsen’s powerful Violin Concerto.

We open with Ruth Gipps’ gorgeous instrumental Song for Orchestra with the oboe leading the way.

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Catalyst: Musicians from the National Youth Orchestra Thursday 11 April 8pm The Tung Auditorium £12 (adult) £10 (over 65s)

Carlos Simon Graffiti Julius Eastman Stay On It Delia Stevens creative director Experience an electrifying evening as musicians from the National Youth Orchestra take you on a daring musical adventure. Carlos Simon’s work is inspired by the countless graffiti artists around the world whose self expression allows their audiences to ask is it art or vandalism? “What I am trying to achieve is to be what I am to the fullest” declared Julius Eastman in 1976. His Stay On It is a creative provocation – and it’s really groovy music!

Tickets are free for under 19s advance booking required.

Catalyst: The National Youth Orchestra and The National Youth Brass Band

Gavin Higgins Concerto Grosso for Brass Band and Orchestra Prokofiev Symphony No.5

Friday 12 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £27, £21 (adult) £25, £19 (over 65s)

Brilliant young musicians from across the UK join forces for Gavin Higgins’ Concerto Grosso, celebrated as a jamboree of sound, and embrace the energy of Prokofiev’s extraordinary Symphony No. 5 – one the greatest gestures of musical defiance and hope of all time.

Tickets are free for under 19s advance booking required.

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Symphonie Fantastique Saturday 20 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £55, £50, £42, £36, £29, £19

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Charles Koechlin Vers la voûte étoilée (Visions of the starry firmament) Poulenc Gloria Berlioz Symphonie fantastique Ariane Matiakh conductor Daniella Sicari soprano Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir Hector Berlioz poured all his unrequited longing into a symphony like nothing you’ve ever heard – an outrageous opium-fuelled fantasy of glittering ballrooms, guillotines and demonic revels. Making her Liverpool conducting debut is Ariane Matiakh, who takes us to the stars with a sultry French nightscape by Charles Koechlin, before the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir continue our journey to the heavens in Poulenc’s exuberant Gloria.

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Lunchtime Concert

Pixels Ensemble Catalyst: The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Saturday 13 April 5pm The Tung Auditorium £17 (adult) £15 (over 65s) Tickets are free for under 19s advance booking required.

Judith Bingham Four Minute Mile Dvořák arr. Brand Carnival Overture Op. 92 Malcolm Arnold Little Suite for Brass No 1 Gilbert Vinter Elegy from Entertainments Eric Ball Journey Into Freedom Phillip Sparke Dundonnell from Hymn of the Highlands Dorothy Gates Faith Louis Prima arr. Fogie Sing Sing Sing Evelyne Glennie Little Prayer Sir Karl Jenkins Fragile Planet Dr Robert Childs conductor Witness the premiere of Sir Karl Jenkins’ first ever piece for brass band, addressing the pressing issue of climate change and its impact on our fragile planet. Jenkins’ music serves as both an artistic tribute and a call to action, acknowledging the critical conservation work undertaken by organisations like The Wildlife Trust.

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Shostakovich Seven Romances on Poems by Alexander Blok Valentin Silvestrov Three Postludes Anna Crookes soprano Sophie Rosa violin Jonathan Aasgaard cello Ian Buckle piano There’s a special magic when a singer performs with a handful of instrumentalists. Soprano Anna Crookes and friends from Pixels Ensemble explore the secrets of the human soul, including the music of Valentin Silvestrov: Ukraine’s greatest living composer.

Multibuy offer: Book all three concerts for £43 (£37 for over 65s)

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Close Up Concert

Shostakovich’s Symphony No.5

Jonathan Aasgaard, cello and William Bracken, piano

Thursday 25 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £55, £50, £42, £36, £29, £19 Domingo Hindoyan © John Millar

Monday 29 April 8pm Music Room £20, £17

Roussel Bacchus and Ariadne, Op.43: Suite 2 Eleanor Alberga Piano Concerto (world premiere) Shostakovich Symphony No.5 Supported by

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New World Sonatas: Amy Beach Five Pieces George Crumb Sonata for Cello Barber Sonata for Cello Elliott Carter Cello Sonata Gershwin Three Preludes

Domingo Hindoyan conductor Alim Beisembayev piano Shostakovich called his Fifth Symphony “a Soviet artist’s response to just criticism”, but every note tells a much darker truth. From its savage opening to final, blazing chords, this is music that really is a matter of life and death. It’ll make an explosive finish to a concert that begins with Roussel’s whirlwind Bacchus and Ariadne (fast becoming a Domingo Hindoyan signature following the release of his criticallyacclaimed first album in 2022) and stars powerhouse pianist – and the 2021 Leeds International Piano Competition winner – Alim Beisembayev, in a gorgeous new concerto by the Jamaican-born British composer Eleanor Alberga.

Jonathan Aasgaard, Principal Cello of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, joins pianist William Bracken on a very personal journey through 20th century America – from the melodies of Gershwin and Barber to the wild frontiers of Carter and Crumb.

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Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company: New Works Concert

Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No.3

Friday 26 April 7.30pm Music Room £10 (£5 for under-25s)

Saturday 4 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £55, £50, £42, £36, £29, £19

There is a 10% discount for groups of 6+.

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Walton Overture, Scapino Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No.3 Tchaikovsky Symphony No.5 Domingo Hindoyan conductor Nobuyuki Tsujii piano What do you get when you combine the energy of Domingo Hindoyan and the heart-stopping virtuosity of pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii, with the dark passion and unforgettable melodies of Rachmaninov? Tonight we’ll discover the answer, and with Walton’s dazzling Overture, plus the sweeping melodies and heart-pounding drama of Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony after the interval, let’s just say that you might want to hold onto your seat.

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A Celebration of Puccini

Monday 10 June 8pm Music Room £20, £17

Saturday 25 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £60, £53, £44, £40, £37, £24

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Programme to include: Arias from La Bohème, Madame Butterfly, Manon Lescaut, and Le Villi Capriccio Sinfonico, Act III Prelude to Madame Butterfly, and Intermezzo from Suor Angelica

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Domingo Hindoyan conductor Sonya Yoncheva soprano Riccardo Massi tenor Experience some of the most passionate music ever written from one of the greatest opera composers of all time, Giacomo Puccini. Sung by two of opera’s most celebrated stars, hear iconic Puccini arias and orchestral intermezzi from La Bohème to Madame Butterfly, and Le Villi to Manon Lescaut . This is music that expresses the breadth of human emotion, from tragedy to triumph and everything in between, and for Domingo, it is music close to his heart.

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Artist in Residence Simone Lamsma brings the many moods and colours of Argentina’s capital to the stage as she takes on Piazzolla’s passionate Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, then treats us to Sarasate’s enchanting Introduction and Tarantella. Heading north on our musical journey, Eva Thorarinsdottir joins Simone for Bach’s iconic Double Concerto, and we experience Arvo Pärt’s enigmatic Summa and the celebratory sounds of Grieg’s Holberg Suite.

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The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s Assistant Leader Mihkel Kerem is a violinist who transcends boundaries and today, in the soaring, wildly romantic sonatas of Respighi and Richard Strauss, you’ll hear him stretch his wings and fly.

Jack Sheen A line, a curve, or figure (arr. for orchestra, world premiere) Sky Macklay Microvariations (arr. for chamber orchestra, world premiere) Jack Sheen Études (arr. for orchestra, world premiere) Sylvia Lim Reframe Timothy Jackson Traffic Jams and Anagrams* (world premiere) Stephen Pratt Noting the Landscape (world premiere) Jack Sheen conductor Jonathan Aasgaard cello* Jack Sheen debuts new work from right across the UK music scene – from his own A line, a curve, or figure, to introducing sparkling new voices to our concert platform, Sky Macklay and Sylvia Lim. Tonight also features two world premieres from local sources: the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s Timothy Jackson, with his solo work for the Orchestra’s Principal Cello, Jonathan Aasgaard, and a work for chamber orchestra from Stephen Pratt, who has contributed so much to Ensemble 10:10 and Liverpool’s music scene over the years.

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Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Session Orchestra

A Little Night Music Sunday 23 June 2.30pm The Tung Auditorium £29

Saturday 6 July 7.30pm The Tung Auditorium £18, £9 Thelma Handy © Lindsay Burgess

Bach Brandenburg Concerto No.3 Bach Concerto for Oboe d’amore Marianna Martines Overture / Symphony in C Mozart Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Dittersdorf Concerto in A for oboe d’amore

As Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company’s freshest ensemble, the Youth Session Orchestra is quickly gaining a reputation for its high quality performances of pop and jazz music, and for platforming the best of Liverpool’s next generation of music creators. Youth Session Orchestra return to the Tung Auditorium for their final performance of the year, performing pop hits new and old, and premiering brand new songs written by the talented members of the band. Not to be missed by lovers of new local music.

Thelma Handy violin / director Jonathan Small oboe d’amore Led by violinist Thelma Handy, the Orchestra showcase five bright, vibrant and perfectly playful pieces. There’s Bach’s lively Brandenburg Concerto and the irresistible romance of Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, as well as rarer gems from the likes of Marianna Martines – a big name in 18th century Vienna whose work is not nearly performed enough today. Meanwhile, in his last ever performance with the Orchestra, Jonathan Small delivers a masterclass on the oboe d’amore – the oboe’s softer and more reclusive cousin – via works by Bach and Dittersdorf.

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Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence Thursday 27 June 7.30pm The Tung Auditorium £29

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Rossini Overture, The Barber of Seville Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence Bizet Symphony in C Domingo Hindoyan conductor Tchaikovsky struggled to complete Souvenir de Florence – but you wouldn’t be able to tell. A string sextet inspired by fond memories of time in Italy, the piece came at the height of the composer’s career, and its power and passion really stop you in your tracks. Here, it sits in between the Overture from Rossini’s comic opera The Barber of Seville – a piece whose high energy and drama even inspired a 1950 episode of Looney Tunes – and Bizet’s impressive Symphony in C, a work the composer created when he was just 17 years old.

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Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Academy Orchestra Saturday 13 July 2.30pm The Tung Auditorium £18, £9

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Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Academy Orchestra Alex Dunn conductor Continuing Liverpool Philharmonic’s Youth Company Festival 2024, Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Academy Orchestra take to the stage.

Showcasing the talent of nearly 80 of Liverpool’s brightest young orchestral musicians, the orchestra will take you through highlights of the orchestral repertoire, including excerpts from Dvořák’s Symphony No.9, as well as smaller chamber performances led by the talented young musicians.

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Youth Orchestra Florence Tour Farewell Concert

Liverpool Philharmonic Melody Makers & Children’s Choir

Saturday 13 July 7.30pm The Tung Auditorium £18, £9

Sunday 14 July 2.30pm The Tung Auditorium £18, £9

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Lauren Wasynczuk conductor

Liverpool Philharmonic Melody Makers and Children’s Choir Alison White conductor

Bid ‘Arrivaderci’ to Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, as they pack their bags and head to Florence, Italy, to perform in the Florence Youth Festival. See the repertoire the Youth Orchestra are taking with them to Italy, under the baton of conductor Lauren Wasynczuk.

Join the Liverpool Philharmonic Melody Makers and Children’s Choir in their end of year choral celebration concert, as part of Liverpool Philharmonic’s Youth Company Festival. Conducted by their Artistic Director, Alison White, these two choirs, made up of 150 of Liverpool’s youngest and most passionate singers, celebrate the end of the school year in song.

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£9 tickets For most Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performances, under-25s, students and those in receipt of Universal Credit or Jobseekers’ Allowance can purchase tickets for just £9.

£9 tickets can be purchased from Box Office in person or by phone on 0151 709 3789.

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Sunday 14 July 7.30pm The Tung Auditorium £18, £9

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir Simon Emery conductor Liverpool Philharmonic Cambiata Choir Ian Stephens conductor Continue Youth Company’s choral celebration with Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir’s final performance of the year. The flagship choir of Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company, hear Liverpool’s finest young voices join together in song, led by their conductor, Simon Emery. Liverpool Philharmonic Cambiata Choir will also take to the stage under the choral leadership of Ian Stephens.

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Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Brass Band Saturday 20 July 2.30pm The Tung Auditorium £18, £9

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Brass Band Simon Cowen conductor Now entering their third year as a band, Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Brass Band continue to excite and inspire the next generation of the North West’s young brass players. Under the baton of Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s section leader trombone, Simon Cowen, join Youth Brass Band for a thrilling performance of Brass Band classics.

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Andy and the Odd Socks

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Serenades

Saturday 6 April 1.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £36.50, £30.50, £23.50, £20.50, £19.50

Thursday 26 September 7.30pm Sunday 29 September 2.30pm The Tung Auditorium £29

3+ This show is suitable for young children.

Andy and the Odd Socks bring their brilliant madcap mix of songs, slapstick and silliness to life with a show to entertain families of all ages. Featuring popular songs from their much-loved CBBC series Andy and the Band, Andy Day, Moxy, Rio, Blu and Cousin Mac deliver a hilarious, uplifting, fun live performance that not only has songs for everyone to sing along to, but also has a positive message to be yourself and proud of who you are.

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Dvořák Wind Serenade Hindemith Kammermusik No.5 Brahms Serenade No.2 Domingo Hindoyan conductor Nicholas Bootiman viola A tortured genius, Brahms was known for his serious and sombre style, but here we see a different side to the composer, as we’re treated to the whimsical and sun-drenched Serenade No.2. And, rumour has it we can thank Brahms for another work in today’s programme.

Dvořák’s Wind Serenade – a fun and joyous celebration of the Czech folk tradition – was allegedly inspired by music the composer heard while on his way to visit, you guessed it, Johannes Brahms.

Completing today’s programme is something quite different – a dramatic and hard-hitting work by Hindemith.

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Rat Pack Live Sunday 12 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £37, £31, £27 This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/ estates/management companies or similar shows.

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. – they were the definition of cool during their 50s and 60s Vegas heyday. Rat Pack Live invites you to be part of the gang and features all the patter and razzamatazz of their infamous live shows. This brilliant production revives all-time favourites such as ‘New York, New York’, ‘That’s Amore’, ‘My Way’ and ‘That’s Life’.

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Under-5s Concert

A Summer Fair Thursday 6 June 1pm & 2.45pm Music Room £12.50 Tickets for children under 18 months are free but must be booked in advance.

Claire Henry and musicians from the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra invite you to enjoy all the fun of the fair with this sunny, summery concert! It’s always a warm welcome in the Music Room, and the whole audience will be getting involved in the music and games!

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An Evening with The Fast Show Monday 1 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £41, £36, £31 16+ 16 and 17 year olds should be accompanied by an adult.

This show may contain strong language and some adult humour.

Original cast members of The Fast Show, Simon Day, Charlie Higson, John Thomson, Paul Whitehouse, Mark Williams and Arabella Weir, bring their comedic genius to the stage.

Thirty years after viewers got their first glimpse of iconic characters such as Suits You Sir, Ted and Ralph, and Competitive Dad, The Fast Show team are taking audiences behind-the-scenes, telling the stories behind the characters and catchphrases, and recreating favourite moments. Get ready to laugh, sing, reminisce, and create new memories.

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Thursday 28 March 1pm & 2.45pm Music Room £12.50 Tickets for children under 18 months are free but must be booked in advance.

Troy Hawke We’re throwing a party – and you’re top of our guest list!

Join Claire Henry and our Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra musicians for the ultimate fun-tastic celebration, packed with all the essentials – dancing, silliness and of course, party games. So dress up in your best party clothes and meet us in the Music Room. RSVP as soon as you can…

Saturday 13 April 8pm Sunday 14 April 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £27, £22 14+ Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

This show may contain strong language and some adult humour.

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Everyone’s favourite throwback greetings and compliments aficionado Troy Hawke returns with his brand-new show. A journey which started outside TK Maxx in Macclesfield has led him around the world and directly into the orbit of the world’s biggest sporting figures. He’s confused Premiership footballers, been threatened by heavyweight boxers and improved the vocabulary of Formula 1 legends.

Now, Troy examines his unlikely genesis and explores why a well-dressed man simply being nice has caused such a kerfuffle.

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The Horne Section’s Hit Show Monday 15 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £32, £26 12+ (parental discretion advised) U16s should be accompanied by an adult.

This show may contain mild language and some adult humour.

They have their own Channel 4 TV show, a chart-topping podcast and now they’re going on tour – it’s the one and only Horne Section! They are officially “Britain’s funniest band” (according to The Guardian), so following their hit BBC Radio 4 series, regular TV appearances and many years of sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London’s West End, don’t miss them! Five outstanding musicians and one stand up, there’ll be comedy, songs, dancing and a lot of mucking about.

Tommy Tiernan’s brand-new show tommedian is a fun-fuelled trip through the imagination of one of the world’s best comedians. This is a wild, uninhibited and fiercely physical display of stand-up. A madcap parade of characters, memories and ridiculous flights of fancy. Theatrical, poetical and slightly unhinged… Don’t you dare miss it!!! Tiernan stars in Channel 4’s Derry Girls, has appeared on Live at the Apollo (BBC) and hosts a chat show on RTE 1.

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Tommy Tiernan Saturday 27 April 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £35.80, £29.80 16+ 16 and 17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.

This show will contain strong language and adult humour.

At the request of Tommy Tiernan, this event will be a phone-free experience. For full details and FAQs, please visit our website.

A Fistful of Clary

Julian Clary Sunday 28 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £36, £30 16+ 16 and 17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.

Julian Clary, renowned comedian, homosexual and national trinket, is saddling up for a new show. “Yes, it has a Western theme,” the old buckaroo confirms, sipping Bourbon from a pint tankard. “It was only a matter of time before I eased myself into some chaps,” he adds.

Julian is sure that the men in the audience will be eager to join his posse and the lucky few will play with him on stage in the Hang ‘em Low saloon.

This show will contain strong language and adult humour.

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Do You Believe In The Power of Rock ‘n’ Roll?

John Robb Saturday 27 April 8pm Music Room £18.50, £15.50

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Not just a face from TV, John Robb is also a best-selling author, musician, journalist, presenter, publisher, festival boss, eco warrior, vegan behemoth and talking head singer from postpunk mainstays The Membranes.

His website Louder than War is currently the fifth most-read culture site in the UK. Tonight, John talks about a life in music, his best-selling book, being the first person to interview Nirvana, inventing the word Britpop and adventures on the post-punk frontline.

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Comedy & Spoken Word

Alfie Moore: A Face for Radio

Call of Now

Sunday 28 April 3pm Sunday 28 April 8pm Music Room £22, £18

Tuesday 21 May 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £31, £26

Brian Butterfield

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Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

This show may contain strong language and some adult humour.

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30 Years of Trainspotting with Irvine Welsh Friday 10 May 8pm Music Room £16 This show will contain references to substance abuse.

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The Adam Buxton Podcast Monday 20 May 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £26 Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

This show may contain strong language and some adult humour.

In a parallel universe, little Alfie’s natural comedic skills were recognised by his doting parents who encouraged his blossoming talent. Meanwhile, in this universe, thirty years of shift work in the Sheffield steelworks and then as a copper on the beat, has left Alfie Moore with ‘a face for radio’. A surprising career shift turned middleaged Alfie from street cop to BBC radio star. But when TV fame beckoned could he grasp it or was he past it?

Irvine Welsh returns to WoWFEST for a no-holds-barred celebration of 30 years of Trainspotting. Three decades on, after selling over a million copies in the UK alone and being translated into more than 30 languages, we’re revisiting Welsh’s iconic novel and cast of outcasts – Renton, Spud, Sick Boy and Begbie. Trainspotting transformed fiction and still packs a punch greater than most other novels today.

Hosted by Peter Hooton from The Farm, join WoW to talk all things Trainspotting and more, including Irvine’s latest book, The Long Knives, with one of the most influential writers of our time.

Ramble along with comedian and writer Adam Buxton, as he heads out on his first ever live podcast tour! Crowned the winner of the inaugural Podcast Champion gong at the 2017 British Podcast Awards, Buxton has since delivered a medley of deep, kind and hilarious chatter across hundreds of episodes. Expect an evening of guests, surprises and plenty more to fill up the giant podcast bin.

Booking fees may apply – See page 48 for details

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This show may contain strong language and some adult humour.

2023 was an important year in the world of business, as Brian Butterfield made his live stage debut, imparting knowledge from his decades spent within business. Initially making his debut on the BAFTA-nominated The Peter Serafinowicz Show, Brian Butterfield charmed viewers with his forever flawed business ideas coupled with his eternal optimism. Demand for the return of Brian and his tell-all business seminar has been phenomenal, so he’s heading out to reach the masses with his Call of Now tour.

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Ed Gamble Wednesday 22 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £32, £26 Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

This show may contain strong language and some adult humour.

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The Night Alphabet with Joelle Taylor Thursday 30 May 8pm Music Room £11 16+

Ed Gamble returns to Liverpool to cook up a new comedy show! Cohost of the award-winning mega-hit podcast Off Menu with James Acaster, judge on BBC’s Great British Menu, Channel 4’s Taskmaster champion and more, there will be all your classic Gamble ranting, raving and spluttering but he’s doing fine mentally. Promise.

Hackney, 2233: a woman walks into a tattoo parlour. Her body is covered with tattoos, but she wants one final piece: a line of ink and blood that connects her body art together to form a unique map. If you were to follow it, where would this journey take you? Joelle Taylor’s The Night Alphabet sweeps geographies and timespans. It is dazzlingly original – a bold investigation into violence, resilience and women’s stories.

This event is the novel’s world premiere.

Booking fees may apply – See page 48 for details

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Film

Dune: Part Two (cert TBC) Saturday 6 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £16, £13, £10

Director Denis Villeneuve Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Josh Brolin, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, Christopher Walken, Javier Bardem, Lea Seydoux, Souheila Yacoub, Stellan Skarsgard Paul Atreides comes together with Chani and the Fremen on a warpath of revenge against those who destroyed his family. Choosing between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he strives to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.

Bob Marley: One Love

Bob Marley: One Love (12A) Wednesday 3 April 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £16, £13, £10

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Director Reinaldo Marcus Green Starring James Norton, Anthony Welsh, Michael Gandolfini, Tosin Cole, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Umi Myers, Nadine Marshall, Lashana Lynch Bob Marley: One Love is a groundbreaking film, celebrating a legendary artist who inspired generations through his uplifting message of love and unity. Produced in partnership with the Marley family, this powerful story reveals Bob’s journey to overcoming adversity and the incredible life behind his revolutionary music.

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Tuesday 14 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £16, £13, £10

In 1964, at the height of Beatlemania, the Fab Four released their third studio album and starred in their first feature film – both called A Hard Day’s Night. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the film’s release, we’re screening the smash-hit musical comedy. Nominated for two Academy Awards – including Best Screenplay – the film follows the band, and all their mischievous adventures, as they prepare for a televised performance.

Coming Soon

The antidote to the multiplex, watching a film at Liverpool Philharmonic is a unique experience. Enjoy fantastic films on the world’s last remaining working Walturdaw cinema screen, which rises out of the stage. Each screening features an organ introduction from resident organist Dave Nicholas, as well as an intermission.

The Beatles: A Hard Day’s Night (cert U)

Amy Winehouse: Back to Black (cert TBC) Sunday 19 May 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £16, £13, £10

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Diary

Key ● Music Room ● The Tung Auditorium ● M&S Bank Arena

March Selling Fast

Sold Out

Robert Plant presents Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian 24 Selling Fast

The 80s Show

24

Thur 28 1pm

Party Time! (Under-5s Concert)

40

Thur 28 2.45pm

Party Time! (Under-5s Concert)

40

Thur 28 8pm

Sam Lee

25

27 7.30pm

Last Few Tickets

Sun

31

Tue

11

8pm

Erland Cooper

18

Hannah Hutton Septet: Sounds of Sondheim 11

Fri

14

8pm

Bernard Butler

18

Wed

19

7.30pm

Ensemble 10:10

33

Thur 20 8pm

David Evans’ Last Chance Jug Band 19

Sat

Tue 26 7.30pm

Wed

11

Sun 12 3pm

7.30pm

The Billy Joel Songbook

25

April

Mon

15

7.30pm

Sun

12

7.30pm

Rat Pack Live

39

13

8pm

Fergus McCreadie Trio

11

Tue

16

7.30pm

Blue

6

Mon

Tue

16

8pm

Jamie Lawson

7

21

8pm

Reelin’ in the Dan

20

17

8pm

Dallahan

7

The Beatles: A Hard Day’s Night (cert U) 47

Fri

Wed

Tue 14 7.30pm

Wed 15 7.30pm

London Symphonic Rock Orchestra 12

Sun

23 2.30pm

A Little Night Music

34

Wed

Blair Dunlop

Thur 27 7.30pm

Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence 34

Fri 28 8pm

In My Liverpool Home with Danny Jones and Friends 20

Sat 29 8pm

The Revolutionary Army of the Infant Jesus 20

Sat

20 7.30pm

Symphonie Fantastique

29

Sun

21

Ni Maxine’s ‘Ode to Billie Holiday’

7

Mon

22 1pm

Pixels Ensemble

29

8pm

Last Few Tickets

Tue

23 8pm

Mary Gauthier

8 30

Thur 25 7.30pm

Shostakovich’s Symphony No.5

Fri 26 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company: New Works Concert 30

Sat

27 8pm

Tommy Tiernan

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1

7.30pm

An Evening with The Fast Show

41

Sat

27 8pm

John Robb

42

Wed

3

7.30pm

Bob Marley: One Love (cert 12A)

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Sun Sun

28 7.30pm 28 3pm

Julian Clary Alfie Moore: A Face for Radio

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28 8pm

Alfie Moore: A Face for Radio

Thur 4 7.30pm

Sheku Kanneh-Mason performs Weinberg 26

Sold Out

Selling Fast

Fri 5 7.30pm

Jenny Colquitt

42

Mon

Selling Fast

8pm

The Horne Section’s Hit Show

Limited Sold Out

11

Sat

6

1.30pm

Paul Simon’s Graceland Mon 29 8pm Reimagined by The London

African Gospel Choir 4 Tue 30 7.30pm Andy and the Odd Socks 39

Sat

6

7.30pm

Dune: Part Two (cert TBC)

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Tue

30 8pm

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15

8pm

12

Thur 16 7.30pm

Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra 12

Thur 16

Blue Rose Code

8pm

13

Fri

17

7.30pm

Sensational 60s Experience

13

Fri

17

8pm

Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge

13

Sat

18 7.30pm

Richard Marx

14

Sat 18 3pm

Merry Hell: Virginia Kettle’s Rolling Folk 14

Sat

Merry Hell

18 8pm

14

Sun 19 7.30pm

Amy Winehouse: Back to Black (cert TBC) 47

Mon

20 8pm

The Adam Buxton Podcast Brian Butterfield

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Ed Gamble

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Selling Fast

Jonathan Aasgaard, cello and William Bracken, piano 31

Tue

21

Wed

22 7.30pm

8pm

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox 8

Wed 22 8pm

Aoife Scott and Dominie Hooper

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Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand 15 Selling Fast

Sun

7

7.30pm

Nobuyuki Tsujii, piano

26

Sat

25 7.30pm

A Celebration of Puccini

32

Sun

7

8pm

Dom Martin

4

Sun

26 8pm

YES

16

Mon

8

8pm

Liverpool String Quartet

27

Sun

26 8pm

Antonio Forcione & Giorgio Serci

16

Tue

9

7.30pm

The Necks

5

Tue

9

8pm

Wed

10 8pm

Wallis Bird

5

Briana Corrigan

5

May Wed

1

7.30pm

The Illegal Eagles

9

Thur 30 8pm

The Night Alphabet with Joelle Taylor 45

Last Few Tickets

Sat 4 7.30pm

Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No.3 31

Sun

5

7.30pm

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Catalyst: The National Youth Orchestra and The National Youth Brass Band 28

Mon

6

7.30pm

Jethro Tull

Wed

8

8pm

Jacqui Dankworth & Charlie Wood 10

Sat 13 5pm

Catalyst: The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain 28

Thur 9

8pm

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

10

Thur 9

8pm

Katherine Priddy

10

Fri 7 8pm

John Bramwell & The Full Harmonic Trio 17

Sat

13

8pm

Troy Hawke

41

Sun

9

2.30pm

Four Seasons of Buenos Aires

32

Sat

13

8pm

John Reilly & Lewis Nitikman

6

Sat

8

8pm

Section 25

17

Sun

9

8pm

Tom Kitching: Where There’s Brass 18

Mon 10 8pm

Mihkel Kerem and the Romantic Violin 33

Thur 11

7.30pm

Nielsen’s Violin Concerto

27

Thur 11

8pm

Ímar

5

Thur 11 8pm

Catalyst: Musicians from the National Youth Orchestra

28

Fri 12 7.30pm

Last Few Tickets

Sun

14

8pm

Troy Hawke

41

Sun

14

8pm

Motel Sundown

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9

Selling Fast

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Last Few Tickets

9

Selling Fast

Fri

10 8pm

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

10

Fri 10 8pm

30 Years of Trainspotting with Irvine Welsh 44

Sat

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

11

8pm

Limited

10

June Sat

1

8pm

Vinny Peculiar

July Fri 5 7.30pm

For You Blue: Celebrating The Beatles Greatest Hits 1967-1970 21

Sat 6 7.30pm

Youth Company Festival: Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Session Orchestra 35

Sat 13 2.30pm

Sat 13 7.30pm

Youth Company Festival: Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Academy Orchestra 35 Youth Company Festival: Youth Orchestra Florence Tour Farewell Concert 36

Sun 14 2.30pm

Youth Company Festival: Liverpool Philharmonic Melody Makers & Children’s Choir 37

Sun 14 7.30pm

Youth Company Festival: Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir

Sat 20 2.30pm

Youth Company Festival: Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Brass Band

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Sat

20 8pm

The Ayoub Sisters

21

Fri

26 8pm

Prowse at 60

23

Sat

27 8pm

The Ian Prowse Summer Show

23

Le Vent du Nord

23

37

16

Wed 5 8pm

The New Radio Ballads: In the Footsteps of Ewan MacColl 17

Thur 6

1pm

A Summer Fair (Under-5s Concert) 40

Thur 6

2.45pm

A Summer Fair (Under-5s Concert) 40

August Fri

23 8pm

September Thur 26 7.30pm

Serenades

38

Sun

Serenades

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29 2.30pm

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