Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration, rare archive photos, and video footage, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Story’.
Set amongst the dive bars and jazz jook joints of London’s Soho, we hear about the desperate hand-to-mouth finances of the early years and the frequent police raids. We hear how Ronnie’s became neutral ground within rife gang territory and their scrapes with gangsters including the Krays who were rumoured to have taken Ronnie Scott “for a little drive”! Life at Ronnie’s is evocatively reimagined through tales of the club’s past visitors, from pop stars, film stars and politicians to comedians and royalty – but above all, the musicians…
Mixing classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s over its incredible history, alongside tales of old Soho, miscreant musicians and police raids, this is a unique evening celebrating one of the world’s most famous venues, its music, and history.
Hosted in partnership with Africa Oyé and LIMF Academy
This collaborative event will explore the eclecticism and depth of the genre, bringing together a wealth of talent from Liverpool and the region.
Trumpeter, composer and arranger Philip Lassiter has been knee-deep in the funk since his days as horn arranger and section leader in Prince’s New Power Generation.
11-time Grammy award-winning arranger Philip Lassiter has his roots in Texas funk, Alabama gospel, New Orleans jazz and Nashville soul, and has performed at some of the biggest festivals in the world.
Lassiter’s top-tier compositions and arrangements – featuring his virtuosic trumpet playing – have landed him gigs with Kirk Franklin, Jill Scott, The Isley Brothers, Roberta Flack and many others.
Come and discover the musical phenomenon that is Philip Lassiter for yourself.
2026 marks Seckou Keita’s 30th year making music professionally. This exciting year will showcase Seckou’s immense talent and repertoire, with exclusive shows, guests and new works.
After the success of ‘African Rhapsodies’, Seckou Keita returned to his roots with his latest album ‘Homeland’, released in October 2024. In this opus, Seckou explores identity, sense of belonging, and questions the very idea of home, influenced by his own relationship with both his adoptive UK homeland and his native country Senegal.
Always adventurous and seeking to challenge tradition through his Kora-playing, Seckou will surprise his audience with ‘Homeland’ by taking them on a journey from past to present. Once again, he bridges musical genres, this time by blending traditional rhythms and modern compositions to create a unique sound, embracing afro-pop, urban and hip-hop. Transitional musical poetry written and delivered by award winning poets and rap artists from the UK and Senegal will be craftily sampled and woven into the music, shaping a one of a kind live experience.
For the first time in ten years, Seckou will be playing his Kora standing up, a tradition set by his uncle and mentor, the late Solo Cissokho, one of Senegal’s most famous pop stars of the nineties. Backed by an electrifying band of influential musicians, this promises to be an explosive live show! This line-up, enhanced by Seckou’s magical 22-string Kora and soulful vocals, is the ultimate African pop music act and brings a new colour to the genre in its most literal sense. In a blend of acoustic and electronic sounds, ‘Homeland’, the show, will certainly keep the audience on their toes and undoubtedly bring them to their feet to dance!
Programme:
John Williams Main Theme from Star Wars, Grieg Morning and In the Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt, Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Chabrier España, Orff O Fortuna from Carmina Burana, Puccini Humming Chorus from Madame Butterfly, Karl Jenkins Palladio (Allegretto), Mascagni Intermezzo from Cavalleria rusticana, Verdi Triumphal March and Gloria all’Egitto from Aida,
Performers:
Domingo Hindoyan conductor, Carlotta Dalia guitar, Ritula Shah presenter (Classic FM), Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, Matthew Hamilton Director of Choirs and Singing
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra present the ultimate countdown of the world’s favourite classical music. These are the works that have soundtracked epic moments, that have appeared in beloved films – the pieces you feel you’ve known your entire life. Now, alongside Classic FM presenter Ritula Shah, international guitarist Carlotta Dalia and the massed voices of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, the Orchestra bring them all to life in awe-inspiring symphonic sound. A truly magnificent celebration of so many of the all-time greats.
An evening of radiant melody, virtuosity, and symphonic power awaits as the Crosby Symphony Orchestra brings together two giants of the Romantic era.
Programme
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Mendelssohn – The Fair Melusine Overture A shimmering, lyrical tale of water, mystery, and magic, full of Mendelssohn’s trademark lightness and colour.
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Mendelssohn – Violin Concerto One of the most beloved concertos ever written — a perfect fusion of poetry and fire. Rising star Leo Behrend takes centre stage as soloist.
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Beethoven – Symphony No. 7 A triumphant, rhythm-driven masterpiece. From its noble opening to the exhilarating finale, Beethoven’s Seventh remains one of the most uplifting symphonies in the repertoire.
Artists
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Conductors: Lea Fischer & Davide Trolton, Royal Northern College of Music
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Soloist: Leo Behrend, violin
Join us for a night of sweeping Romantic storytelling and unforgettable orchestral energy in the beautiful setting of St Faith’s. A perfect winter concert to stir the imagination and lift the spirit.
St Faith’s Church, Crosby Rd N, Waterloo, Liverpool L22 4RE
Renowned for an endless string of soulful yet socially aware hits (Forgotten Town, Ideal World, Born Again, Harvest for the World, What’s in a Word, Hooverville, Words, Father, The Bottle and many more) The Christians enjoyed huge acclaim in the late 80s and early 90s both in the UK and Europe. They often confused people with their band name, in fact just the brothers surname with absolutely no religious connotation!
Still headed by enigmatic lead singer Garry Christian (who very much deserves the Daily Mirror’s description of him as having ‘one of the finest voices in pop) who has only gained in vocal stature (and wit) over the years, the band are enjoying a revival currently touring successfully in the UK and Europe.
Currently embarking on a huge UK Tour playing their well known back catalogue and one or two favourites selected from newer albums. Catch them on tour and find out why Chris Evans said ‘it was the best gig I’ve ever been to’.
Do you “relish” a good night out? Get ready for The Lancashire Hotpots and their “Tour De Sauce” tour.
Bernard and the boys return with a “full flavoured” show packed with silly songs and a massive dollop of the humour that has made them famous throughout the land. “Ketchup” with of all your Hotpot favourites: Has The Bin Man Bin Mon, Egg Sausage Chips & Beans and of course Chippy Tea.
Get ready for a fully seasoned Saturday night with extra relish! It doesn’t matter if your favourite sauce is red or brown…the Hotpots are coming to town!
Join award-winning writer and comedian Marc Burrows for a multi-media stand up celebration of one of British music’s most iconic and enduring movements, marking 30 years since the iconic Blur vs. Oasis chart war.
Music journalist Marc (Guardian, The Quietus, Big Issue) dives into the stories, rivalries, OTT personalities as well as some of the finest music the UK has ever produced. Part nostalgic love letter, part send-up, part rock ‘n’ roll party. DoyaknowwhatImean?
Reviews
“Funny, clever and profound … unmissable” – Starburst
“Utter joyful enthusiasm” – Broadway Baby
★★★★★ Three Weeks
★★★★★ Starburst
★★★★★ Edinburgh Reviews
Future Yard presents London-based prog rock band – The Orchestra (For Now).
Following the release of their latest EP, Plan 76 , released in October of last year, saw The Orchestra (For Now) continuing to develop on their maximalist approach to what they have self-described as “London prog”, combining avant-garde rock theatrics, intricate classical interplay, pastoral baroque indie, post-hardcore dynamics, jazz-tinted freakouts, and everything in between. The elements that made their debut a breakthrough success are still there, the compositions unpredictable yet unmistakably hook infused, and there are the droll references to pop culture and the world surrounding them, but everything is levelled up, the underpinning fragility wrapped in a shroud of musical confidence that can only come with such wide-eyed ambition.
The last couple of years have seen the band on the kind of ascent that most new acts can only dream of. The Orchestra (for now) have several accolades behind them such as: playing the main stage at Green Man Festival, appeared at End Of The Road Festival, and played several sold-out headline dates before even officially releasing a single. The band sold out the Rough Trade exclusive version of their EP in less than 12 hours, earned widespread plaudits from the likes of NME, DIY, Rolling Stone, So Young, Clash, DORK, and Billboard, and sold-out their release show at London’s Institute of Contemporary Arts.
The band rounded off 2025 by selling out their first ever UK run of headline dates, with more dates lined up for 2026 as well as a much anticipated return to the studio, with their debut album in their sights.
FFO: Black Country New Road, Geordie Greep, Arcade Fire.
