Family Concert: Santa Comes to Town!

Programme to include music from Jonathan Dove’s Gaspard’s Christmas and other seasonal favourites

Michael Seal conductor
Alasdair Malloy presenter
Zeb Soanes narrator
Liverpool Philharmonic Children’s Choirs
Kate Labno BSL Interpreter

Join the merry musicians of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in the fabulously festive Philharmonic Hall for a stocking-full of sensational seasonal songs and surprises.

Taking centre stage is the story of how Gaspard the Fox saved Christmas and we’ll also be meeting other animals who are part of the Christmas celebrations – including a certain red-nosed reindeer and a partridge in a pear tree… Even Santa himself takes time out to come along, so don’t miss it!

Family concerts are most suitable for children aged 5-10 years.

Tickets for children under 18 months are free, but must be booked in advance.

BSL interpretation provided at the 2.30pm performance on Sunday 22 December – call 0151 709 3789 or email ticketing@liverpoolphil.com to book suitable seats.

Under 5s Concert: Seeing Sounds

Bring your musical paint to create a masterpiece alongside presenter/producer Claire Henry and musicians from the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.

Watch as an artwork inspired by the music is brought to life before your eyes, exploring all the wondrous colours and shapes that music can produce.

Tickets for under-9 months are free but tickets must be booked in advance with an adult ticket.

Family Concert: The Bear Hunt Adventur...

Ian Stephens We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Grieg In The Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt
Mussorgsky Great Gate of Kiev
Debbie Wiseman Polar Bear from Carnival of the Endangered Animals
Jessie Montgomery Starburst

Ellie Slorach conductor
Lucy Drever presenter
James Mayhew live illustration
Kate Labno BSL Interpreter

Inspired by the beloved children’s story We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, there’s fun for all the family as we head off on an epic adventure. From the exciting, to the scary, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra serve as your guide on this musical journey, as we discover iconic pieces by Grieg and Mussorgsky, an enchanting original work by Ian Stephens, and Debbie Wiseman’s musical portrait of a polar bear from her Carnival of the Endangered Animals.

Family concerts are most suitable for children aged 5-10 years.

Tickets for children under 18 months are free, but must be booked in advance.

BSL interpretation provided at this performance – call 0151 709 3789 or email ticketing@liverpoolphil.com to book suitable seats.

Liverpool Bach Collective Cantata no. ...

This is the final cantata performance in the 10th anniversary season of Liverpool Bach Collective. The cantata asks for God’s blessing and peace on the town and is a suitable contribution to this year’s Prescot Festival. This festive work has a prominent part for the organ and added to the usual instrumental ensemble of woodwind and strings, four vocal soloists and chorus, are three trumpets and timpani.

On The Waterfront Presents Ben Hemsley

Liverpool, get ready to groove! On 22 June 2024, the Pier Head will be transformed once again into a dancing haven as Ben Hemsley, blk, Denis Sulta, Billie Gillies, and Amarra take the decks for an exclusive performance.

Join 12,000 fans for an evening filled with non-stop beats, set against the stunning sun-soaked backdrop of the Liverpool waterfront by day and the illuminated skyline by night.

Photo Credit: Anthony Mooney

 

On The Waterfront Presents Deacon Blue

Join On The Waterfront for an unforgettable day of live music as Lottery Winners, Rianne Downey, The Cheap Thrills, Delights, and East Exchange support Deacon Blue on Sunday 23rd June at The Pier Head in Liverpool! This unbeatable lineup promises an unforgettable experience filled with electrifying performances!

From the chart-topping hits of Deacon Blue to the fresh sounds of emerging artists, this event is set to be the highlight of the summer. Gather your friends, soak in the vibrant atmosphere, and enjoy an incredible day of music by the waterfront.

Photo Credit: Cameron Brisbane

On The Waterfront Presents Ocean Colou...

The iconic Ocean Colour Scene and special guests, Cast, Embrace, The View, Republica, The Sway and Keyside are set to light up Pier Head on Friday 21 June 2024 for an unforgettable open-air festival, craft ales, local food vendors and more.

You can’t miss the stunning riverside backdrop and a vibrant crowd of 12,000, this will without a doubt be a the best way to kickstart your summer.

Taylor Swift Fanpark Ft. Swiftogeddon

BOXPARK will be creating a Fanpark dedicated to all the Swifties out there! Expect amazing DJs, live performances, glitter stations, drinks specials and much more!

Tickets do not guarantee entry, this event will be first come first served.

Ryan Young

2022 MG ALBA Musician of The Year nominee Ryan Young brings new and exciting ideas to traditional Scottish music, receiving international praise for his spell-binding interpretations on the fiddle.

His debut album was recorded with four time Grammy winner Jesse Lewis (who has worked with the likes of Bela Fleck and Yo Yo Ma) and launched at Feakle Traditional Music Festival in County Clare, accompanied by renowned guitarist, Dennis Cahill (Martin Hayes; The Gloaming).

Focussing on traditional Scottish music, Ryan brings new life to very old, often forgotten tunes by playing them in his own unique way. His fiddle playing is brimming with fresh melodic ideas, an uplifting rhythmic drive and a great depth of dynamics and precision. His sound is very distinctive and takes the listener on an emotional and adventurous journey in any performance.

The Planets

So you think you know British music? Everyone loves Jupiter from Holst’s The Planets, but you’ll hear so much more as Principal Guest Conductor Andrew Manze takes the Orchestra on a voyage to infinity and beyond.

They’ll join William Walton in a Spitfire over wartime London – and travel to 1939 New York, where the young British firebrand Arthur Bliss brings the house down with a volcano of a piano concerto played by Mark Bebbington.