Music concert

WCLC: Gweneth Ann Rand (soprano) & Allyson Devenish (piano)

13:10 - 13:55 28 November 2024
Sometimes, inspiration can be the only thing to keep you going when you want to take a breath. Including Laura Bowler, Roxanna Panufnik and a surprise or two. The Thursday lunchtime…

In Focus: Daniel Kidane with Manchester Camerata

13:10 - 14:10 29 November 2024
Ahead of our concert together at Wigmore Hall, we are showcasing the works of our friend and critically acclaimed composer, Daniel Kidane, at a free lunchtime concert in partnership…

Post-Concert Talk with Daniel Kidane

15:00 - 16:30 29 November 2024
Hosted in collaboration by Manchester Camerata, The University of Manchester Music Department, and Creative Manchester Following our lunchtime concert, join us for an insightful talk…

The UoM Chorus and Symphony Orchestra Whitworth Hall Concert: Sea Sketches, 'The Hebrides’ Overture, and A Sea Symphony

19:30 - 21:30 30 November 2024
Experience Sea Sketches, The Hebrides’ Overture, and A Sea Symphony in the beautiful Whitworth Hall. This entire student-run concert will be performed by the University of Manchester…

WCLC: Maria Dafka (Bayan, Voice) and Dine Doneff (Percussion, Composition) in collaboration with ‘Defiance: Artists at Risk’, Russian and East European Studies / Department of MLC

13:10 - 13:55 5 December 2024
Festive rhythms and melodies blend with lyrical ballads deeply influenced by the Macedonian tradition. Presented by Music in collaboration with Russian and East European Studies / Department…

The University of Manchester Baroque Orchestra: An Early Christmas

13:10 - 14:00 6 December 2024
The University of Manchester’s period-instrument Baroque orchestra invite you to get into the Christmas spirit with this programme of Italian music in the festive pastoral tradition,…

Messiah: Salford Choral Society and Baroque in the North

15:00 - 17:15 8 December 2024
A highlight of the Christmas calendar, join Salford Choral Society and the talented Baroque in the North Orchestra for a joyous performance of Handel’s Messiah. Our 80-strong choir…

MUMS Festive Ensemble Showcase

19:30 - 22:00 11 December 2024
The concert brings together a diverse array of ensembles from the Music Society, including the Wind Orchestra, String Orchestra, Brass Band, Big Band, and Cosmo. The program spans a…

MUMS Symphony Orchestra Festive Concert

18:30 - 20:30 12 December 2024
Join the Symphony Orchestra in their final concert of 2024, as they take you on a Sleigh Ride with the music of Leroy Anderson and Leonie Holmes. The concert will also feature Tchaikovsky’s…

WCLC: Quatuor Danel with Richard Whalley (piano)

13:10 - 13:55 12 December 2024
Philip Grange Soliloquy for Solo Viola Jeffrey Mumford Amid fleeting pockets of billowing radiance for Solo Cello Darius Milhaud La Création du Monde with Richard Whalley (piano) A…

Manchester University Music Society Festive Sing-along Relaxed Performance (BSL interpreted)

13:10 - 14:00 13 December 2024
Get in the festive spirit with a FREE sing-along event. Christmas carols and festive songs, in a relaxed setting. Open to everybody, Manchester University Music Society hosts this inclusive,…

The Quatuor Danel Evening concert with Simon Grange (bass) & special pre-concert guests, Kalina Balalaika Ensemble

19:30 - 21:30 13 December 2024
Darius Milhaud String Quartet No. 2 (50 years since Milhaud’s death) Philip Grange De Profundis for String Quartet and bass voice (World premiere) Dmitri Shostakovich String…

WCLC: Shirley Tetteh (Jazz guitar)

13:10 - 13:55 30 January 2025
Shirley Tetteh playing the songs that have influenced her the most, alongside double bassist Rio Kai. The Thursday lunchtime concerts are part of the Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert…

WCLC: Quatuor Danels with Juanjo Mosalini (Bandoneon)

13:10 - 13:55 13 February 2025
Juanjo Mosalini Piece for Bandoneon Solo Juanjo Mosalini Evidencias repentinas for Bandoneon and String Quartet Astor Piazzola Libertango for Bandoneon and String Quartet …

The Quatuor Danel Evening Concert with Pete Furniss (clarinet) and Richard Whalley (piano)

19:30 - 21:00 14 February 2025
Amber Priestley K. 581 (but not quite his way) for Solo Clarinet, video and electronics Rebecca Clarke Prelude, Allegro and Pastorale for Bb Clarinet and Viola Amy Beach …

WCLC: Tangram Collective - Presented by the Music department and The Confucius Institute

13:10 - 13:55 20 February 2025
Join trailblazing artist collective, Tangram, on a journey navigating the fragile and destructive relationship between humans and our environment featuring performance artist Echo Morgan.…

MUMS Chamber Orchestra Concert

18:30 - 20:30 22 February 2025
In February, the MUMS Chamber Orchestra will be opening their first concert of 2025, with a premiere of Atefeh Einali’s, No Moment Can Return, featuring some exciting new techniques…

WCLC: The Apex Singers (acapella)

13:10 27 February 2025
The Apex Singers are an 8-part vocal ensemble known for their bespoke arrangements of traditional folk songs from around the world, performed a cappella. Their unique sound blends classical…

MUMS Jazz at Lunchtime Concert

13:10 - 13:50 28 February 2025
On Friday 28th February, we are holding a free lunchtime concert of jazz music performed by members of Manchester University Music Society. The concert starts at 1:10pm with no booking…

MANTIS Festival of Electroacoustic Music

12:00 1 - 12:00 2 March 2025
Focused on two weekend festivals each year, MANTIS presents concerts of music and sound, featuring compositions and performances enhanced by the use of new technology and digital media.…

WCLC: Xenia Pestova Bennett (piano)

13:10 - 13:50 6 March 2025
Virtuoso pianist, composer and improviser Xenia Pestova Bennett presents a range of stunning repertoire by living composers. The Thursday lunchtime concerts are part of the Walter…

Musica Lunchtime Concert

13:10 - 13:50 7 March 2025
This lunchtime concert is part of Manchester University’s annual MUSICA festival, celebrating woman and gender-diverse musicians! This concert features music only by women and gender…

WCLC: Susi Evans & Szilvia Csaranko (clarinet & accordian)

13:10 - 13:55 13 March 2025
Susi Evans (clarinet) and Szilvia Csaranko (accordion) perform old Yiddish melodies from a remarkable archive of manuscripts collected in Jewish villages in Ukraine between 1912 to…

CANCELLED: UoM New Music Ensemble Lunchtime Concert

13:10 - 13:55 14 March 2025
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has had to be cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

MUMS Spring Ensembles Extravaganza Concert

14:00 - 16:30 15 March 2025
Join us in our first 'Ensembles Extravaganza' concert of the new year, showcasing the many ensembles of the Manchester University Music Society. This concert will include our wind…

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