What's on: Free events
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WCLC: A qué aguardan mis voces’: hidden gems of Spanish vocal music with Jorge Navarro (tenor) and Ricardo Gosalbo (piano) - Presented by Music & Instituto Cervantes de Manchester
13:10 - 13:55 20 March 2025
The Instituto Cervantes Manchester in collaboration with the Music Department at the University of Manchester is pleased to present the concert “‘A qué aguardan mis voces’: hidden gems of Spanish vocal music”, a recital of Spanish vocal music in which the acclaimed tenor Jorge Navarro Colorado and pianist-musicologist Ricardo Gosalbo explore...
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The Michael Kahan Kapelye - UoM Klezmer Ensemble
13:10 - 14:00 24 March 2025
The fourteenth generation of the university’s resident klezmer ensemble returns to perform a vibrant programme of arrangements of music originating in Eastern European Yiddish cultures. There’s no need to book – this concert is free, and you can just turn up on the day!
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WCLC: The Quatuor Danel
13:10 - 13:55 27 March 2025
Some sections of Weinberg's 17th and last Quartet are derived from his own 4th Solo Cello Sonata. Between these two pieces, the Danels present a new work by French composer, and Weinberg enthusiast, Florent Gauthier. Followed at 2.30pm by a Composition Masterclass with the Quatuor Danel. The Thursday lunchtime concerts are part of the Walter...
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UoM Music Society Student Composers Concert
13:10 - 13:50 28 March 2025
On Friday 28th March, we have a free lunchtime concert showcasing new compositions written and performed by members of Manchester University Music Society. Featuring works in a variety of styles for instruments including piano, saxophone, and trombone, this concert will be a fabulous and joyful celebration of new writing, and we look forward to...
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WCLC: Eleanor Ryan (violin), Yevgeny Dokshansky (clarinet/sax) & Ben Powell (piano)
13:10 - 13:55 3 April 2025
Lecturer in Performance Studies, Eleanor Ryan (violin), University of Manchester joins Professor Yevgeny Dokshansky (Clarinet), University of Houston, and Professor Ben Powell (Piano), RNCM. Performing Clarinet Trios from the Old World and the New. • Roger J Henry (Trinidad and Tobago): Trio No.2 (British Premiere) • Glen Downie (New Zealand):...
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UoM Baroque Orchestra: Bach and Beyond: Treasures from the North German Baroque
13:10 - 14:00 4 April 2025
The University’s Baroque orchestra and guest singers present Bach’s beautiful ‘Actus Tragicus’ cantata (no. 106) alongside Telemann’s viola concerto, the first composed for the instrument.
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CANCELLED: WCLC Alexandra Whittingham (guitar) & Elodie Chousmer-Howelles (violin)
13:10 - 13:55 1 May 2025
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has had to be cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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Gamelan Music from West Java - UoM Gamelan Ensemble
13:10 - 14:00 9 May 2025
Students on the Gamelan Performance module play a lively selection of music from West Java, Indonesia.
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UoM Jazz Ensemble
13:10 - 14:00 12 May 2025
Led by Alexander Gagatsis, the Music Department’s jazz ensemble was established in October 2019. It is one of the department’s many assessed ensembles that complement the larger orchestras operating under the umbrella of Manchester University Music Society (MUMS). The band made its public debut at Manchester’s iconic venue, Band on the Wall,...
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Manchester University Music Society: Sing the Musicals Sing-a-long Relaxed Performance
13:10 - 14:00 6 June 2025
Calling all Westend and Broadway wannabes to our FREE sing-a-long event. Sing your favourite songs from stage and screen, in a relaxed setting. Open to everybody, Manchester University Music Society hosts this inclusive, 50-minute musical treat. This relaxed performance is intended to be welcoming for people who may not feel comfortable attending...
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