Fresh. Bright. Sounds like summer. Who’s on stage Royal Northern Sinfonia, directed by Artistic Partner Maria Włoszczowska, in beautiful venues across the North of England. What they’re playing Vivaldi’s timeless The …
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The universe is vast, complex, and wondrous—and our place within it, a fragile miracle. To understand the history of nearly everything, we must begin with a void: no time, no …
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Piano Greats – Jeneba Kanneh-Mason plays Bach, Chopin and Debussy
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinReflective. Serene. A perfectly balanced afternoon. Who’s on stage Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, one of the seven Kanneh-Mason siblings who’ve wowed the world with their musical talents. What they’re playing Enjoy music …
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Heroic. Gripping. Music with the ‘wow’ factor. Who’s on stage Conductor Stephanie Childress and pianist Piotr Anderszewski (whose performance The Guardian recently described as ‘raw and astonishing’) are the guest …
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Bright. Direct. Take a refreshing musical shower. Who’s on stage Maria Włoszczowska has incredible energy and passion as both a violinist and director. Tonight she leads Royal Northern Sinfonia in …
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Gustav Mahler’s Fifth Symphony: A Monumental Journey Through Emotion and Form
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinGustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 in C-sharp minor stands as one of the most iconic works in the symphonic repertoire. Composed between 1901 and 1902, this masterpiece represents a turning …
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Gustav Mahler: A Visionary Composer of the Late Romantic Era
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinGustav Mahler (1860–1911) was one of the most influential and visionary composers of the late Romantic period. His music, deeply personal and emotionally expansive, bridges the 19th and 20th centuries, …
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Vivaldi’s Gloria Magnificat and Handel’s Dixit Dominus, Newcastle Cathedral
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinAntonio Vivaldi and George Frideric Handel were two of the most prominent Baroque composers, each leaving an indelible mark on sacred music. Their choral masterpieces, Gloria and Magnificat (Vivaldi) and …
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The Magic Flute: An Opera of Mystery, Symbolism, and Enlightenment
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinIntroduction Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte) remains one of the most beloved and frequently performed operas in the world. Premiering on September 30, 1791, at the Freihaus-Theater …
Spectacular. Iconic. Bring your lightsaber. Who’s on stage Our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia conducted by life-long film buff Stephen Bell. What they’re playing …
The Electric State: A Journey Through a Haunting Alternative America
Simon Stålenhag’s The Electric State is a remarkable blend of science fiction, dystopian storytelling, and evocative art, creating an immersive experience that transports readers into an alternate version of America …
Epic. Joyous. The marmite of music. Who’s on stage London Philharmonic Orchestra sold out Sage One last time they visited, so we fully expect they’ll do the same again. This …