Inspired by a visit to Holyrood Palace, Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony is the perfect partner for the humour and effortless elegance of Mozart. Conductor Aurel Dawidiuk makes his Liverpool debut and introduces Till Fellner – a living legend among Viennese pianists – in Mozart’s joyous concerto.
Mozart Overture, The Marriage of Figaro Mozart Piano Concerto No.22 in E-flat K482 Mendelssohn Symphony No.3, ‘Scottish’ Aurel Dawidiuk conductor Till Fellner piano.
The tour will see YES performing their 1971 classic album Fragile in its entirety, including such timeless songs as ‘Heart of the Sunrise’, ‘South Side of the Sky’ and the much loved ‘Roundabout’, as well as a selection of songs from right across their illustrious catalogue, from their legendary 70s releases right up to their current album, Mirror To the Sky.
Fragile was the fourth album by YES, cracking the Top 10 in the UK in 1971, achieving Platinum status along the way, and was the first to feature keyboardist Rick Wakeman. The single ‘Roundabout’ was a Top 20 hit in the States with the album breaking into the Top 5 on the Billboard chart, and receiving a Double Platinum certification in the process.
The current line-up of YES features Steve Howe, whose association with Yes began in 1970, along with Geoff Downes, a member of the 1980 Drama era line-up. Jon Davison has been lead vocalist in Yes since 2012 while bassist, Billy Sherwood, who was hand-picked by original bassist Chris Squire, has been involved with YES since 1990s. Jay Schellen, who worked closely with Alan White on drums, completes the line-up.
The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to make new memories with the news that they will release their all-new studio album Reflections in January 2026 – the first taste of which comes with today’s lead single ‘One Last Time’.
Blue are firmly established as one of Britain’s biggest pop forces of the 21st century. Just look at their catalogue: the iconic mega hits ‘All Rise’ and ‘One Love’, three #1 smashes in the shape of ‘Too Close’, ‘If You Come Back’ and ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’ (with Elton John) PLUS another six Top 10 singles.
Jethro Tull – one of the most unique and groundbreaking progressive rock bands of all time – will be performing music from much of their 24 album catalogue starting with 1968’s This Was through to their acclaimed Curious Ruminant released earlier this year.
As formidable as they are iconic, it would be easy to say that Jethro Tull are merely still enjoying the fruits of their early labour as they announce a tour in what will be their 58th year but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Curious Ruminant was released in March 2025 and this was preceded by the release of 2022’s The Zealot Gene and 2023’s RökFlöte. Add to that over 50 shows a year all over the world, including The Seven Decades Tour in 2024 and it becomes clear that Ian Anderson remains as committed to the creativity of Jethro Tull as he has ever been.
On this tour, Ian will be accompanied by long-standing Tull band musicians David Goodier (bass), John O’Hara (keyboards), Scott Hammond (drums) and new boy Jack Clark (guitar). The show will be enhanced by full-scale video throughout.
One of Britain’s most celebrated and best-loved tenors, Alfie Boe, OBE, has announced a brand-new UK tour celebrating his most iconic hits, fan-favourite classics, and powerful new material from his highly anticipated upcoming album, ‘Facing Myself’.
Speaking on the new tour, Alfie said:“I’m thrilled to be hitting the road again for my tour across the UK next Spring. I can’t wait to sing the songs you love, share some fantastic newsurprises, and celebrate with you in venues up and down the country.”
Alfie has enjoyed an extraordinary career spanning stage, recording, and television. A hugely successful, multi-platinum selling artist, Alfie has released over a dozen studio albums, several of which have topped the UK charts. His collaborations with Michael Ball—including the record-breaking albums ‘Together, Together Again,’ and ‘Back Together‘—have become some of the fastest-selling releases of the decade. Their tours have sold out arenas across the UK, delighting hundreds of thousands of fans.
The Tony Award winner has conquered the world’s greatest opera stages and arenas and led the cast of Les Misérables in his defining role as Jean Valjean. Most recently, Alfie starred in the concert tour of Les Misérables in Australia as well as the Arena Spectacular tour across the UK.
Ma Bessie returns for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling, weaving through the intoxicating sounds of the 1920s and 30s Prohibition era. Celebrating the legendary voices of Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and more, this captivating new show will leave you spellbound and wanting more.
Ma Bessie performs with George Webster on piano, Clare Hirst on sax/clarinet, Dom Geraghty on bass and Luke Trenwith on drums.
Kris Drever is among Scotland’s most acclaimed and distinctive contemporary musicians, celebrated for his warm voice, virtuosic and expressive guitar playing, and imaginatively evocative songwriting. Raised in the Orkney Islands, Drever has carved out a unique place at the intersection of traditional folk and modern acoustic music, as a solo artist and as one third of the award-winning trio Lau.
Over the course of his career, Kris has won hatfuls of honours, including BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards for Best Singer, Best Original Song, and Best Group with Lau. His solo work combines lyrics of depth and authenticity with expertly pitched arrangements, exploring themes of place, identity and social change, delivered with clarity, compassion and poetic insight.
Kris will be playing some brand-new songs from his new album, as well as a selection from his back catalogue of originals and his storied interpretations of traditional material.
Prepare for an unforgettable evening as two of the greatest film composers of all time go head-to-head. Experience the best of Hans Zimmer and John Williams as the Manchester Concert Orchestra, conducted by Anthony Inglis, bring to life the legendary scores that have defined the cinematic landscape for decades. This thrilling concert features music from the most iconic films, pitting the epic soundscapes of Zimmer against the timeless melodies of Williams.
Relive unforgettable moments with music from Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Dune, War Horse, Interstellar, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more.
Feel the power, emotion and excitement of these world-renowned soundtracks, performed live by a 70-piece orchestra. Whether you’re a fan of Zimmer’s bold, immersive style or Williams’ timeless, iconic themes, this concert offers the ultimate showdown in film music.
One of the most talked-about and celebrated live acts in contemporary folk, Talisk have spent the last decade pushing boundaries and thrilling audiences worldwide. With over 15 million streams, 10,000 albums sold, and sold-out shows across five continents, the trio have built a loyal global following.
Armed with concertina, fiddle and guitar – and a sound far bigger than the sum of its parts – Mohsen Amini, Benedict Morris and Charlie Galloway have earned major awards and delivered countless electrifying sets. Their BBC One Hogmanay Show reached over a million viewers, and they’ve captivated audiences everywhere from Glasgow’s OVO Hydro arena to Glastonbury 2025. Expect big energy, heavy tunes and an all-out celebration of an almighty ten years.
Leo Middea returns to Liverpool to celebrate the release of his new album Notícias de Puglia. With more than 400 shows performed across 18 countries in the past years and over 20 million streams on Spotify, the Brazilian singer-songwriter has become one of the most active and resonant Brazilian voices in Europe. His music blends MPB, samba, bossa nova and contemporary Brazilian pop, creating a warm, heartfelt atmosphere where stories and melodies connect Brazil to the world.
Rio De Janeiro troubadour, guitarist and songwriter Leo Middea has been writing since he can remember. His love for Brazil, the music, flavours, energy and its contrasts are rendered through his songs, his lyrics a homage to Brazilian people and culture, and a musician’s life on the road.
His new album Notícias de Puglia written across two years of touring and travel, is his sixth studio album – a collection of songs born on the road, filled with stories of love, identity and freedom. It reflects the emotions of a life in motion, combining heartfelt lyrics with vibrant, melodic arrangements that celebrate the beauty of human connection.