Forged from the political disillusionment of a generation of Tory rule,folk-rock cult hero and queer icon Grace Petrie returns to UK venues this year with the protest song firmly back in her heart.
Long renowned forher razor sharplyricism and the joyful, welcoming nature of her stunninglive shows, Petrie smashed the UK charts with latest album Build Something Better. Produced by Frank Turner and packed with full-hearted modern folk anthems, it shot to the top of both the folk and the UK download chart, cementing her status as one of Britain’s most beloved song writers.
Tickets for this event include a £1 venue restoration levy, included in the ticket price. This fee supports building investment at the Grade II-listed Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.
Following the phenomenal success of the Northern Soul Orchestrated UK tour earlier this year, writer and BBC Radio 6Music broadcaster Stuart Maconie, alongside the BBC Concert Orchestra and Manchester’s composer and conductor Joe Duddell, return with brand-new dates.
The show will transport audiences back in time, capturing the spirit of a movement. Curated by Stuart and conducted by Joe, the orchestra will perform amazing new arrangements of Northern Soul classic anthems with a host of very special guest vocalists.
Tickets for this event include a £1 venue restoration levy, included in the ticket price. This fee supports building investment at the Grade II-listed Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.
Benny Greb, a longtime SONOR artist, developer and namesake of the already legendary SONOR Benny Greb Signature Snare Series, is a highly esteemed drummer known worldwide, has been recognised as one of the Top 30 Greatest Drummers of the 21st Century by the prestigious Batterie magazine.
Alongside his band, Moving Parts, he has been honored with the esteemed Echo Jazz award.
Recently he was handpicked by Cathy Rich as the Special Guest Drummer for the Buddy Rich Big Band.
With his BrassBand he garnered widespread acclaim at festivals both domestically and internationally, showcasing a unique fusion of Jazz and Funk. Known for their impeccable groove and signature sound, this is one exceptional band you don’t want to miss!
Stalwarts of the North West improvised music scene, Phil Morton and Nick Branton are joined by Leeds based drummer, Emil Karlsen for this trio performance.
Occupied with the exploring timbral possibilities of the drum kit, Karlsen, who has been described as a “significant addition to the UK free jazz scene”, has performs with Philipp Wachsmann, John Butcher, Phil Durrant and Maggie Nicols, among others, and is really establishing himself on the improvised music circuit working the span from free improvisation to free jazz.
Phil Morton – Guitar/accidents and treatments
Nick Branton – Clarinet & Baritone saxophone
Emil Karlsen – Drums/ percussion
branch2branch
Classical Guitar live-processed by computer to produce ambient music
of depth and beauty.
Michael Beiert – computer
Richard Harding – classical guitar
He’s the vocal sensation who’s racked up 85 million views and has been working with Grammy-winning writers. Tom Ball shot to fame on Britain’s Got Talent, with Simon Cowell telling him he was ‘simply sensational’, and Amanda Holden saying he was among the best she’d ever seen.
Following the release of his debut album, Curtain Call, Tom is embarking on his first major UK tour. The singer has been likened to such stars as Michael Ball and Michael Bublé – and now it’s time for him to shine.
APRIL MOON are a Canadian, alt-country duo that will be hosting what promises to be a special night of music and storytelling. They’ve invited along the talented Kirzy as a support act and special guest Becky Gilman on fiddle!
APRIL MOON and Kirzy co-wrote and released the sunshiny, folk-pop song ‘Happy Place’ while down in Fuerteventura during this past winter, which has been played on BBC Introducing and BBC Merseyside. This night offers the opportunity to see them play it live together for the first time in the UK.
The show will be held upstairs at the Arts Bar (Hope St) in Studio 3 (there’s a small elevator if you need) which has such a lovely vibe! There are little tables with chairs and an upstairs bar so you can relax while we all enjoy a night of music and stories The venue is walking distance from the Central train station for anyone coming from out of town.
Hailing from the vast prairies of Saskatchewan, Canada, Jaime and Jason (APRIL MOON) fell in love with the UK while on tour with a previous band, and these days split their time between several countries during the year. 2023 saw the pair adopt full time vanlife to suit their nomadic ways. Jaime and Jason bring their boot-stompin’ tunes to life onstage using two intertwining guitars, big vocal harmonies and a kick drum made from an old suitcase.
APRIL MOON like to call their genre Canadiana – think Americana, but with a big helping of northern charm that oozes through their style of storytelling and lyrics, with topics ranging from love and scandal to living inside of an abandoned brewery, life on the road and cow autopsies.
Harry Kirzynowski (KIRZY) is a singer-songwriter from Brighton, UK and got his start busking on the street at the age of fourteen. Although he had planned on studying maths in uni, he fell in love with the people and landscape of Fuerteventura during gap year travels and started to play music full-time in local music venues.
Six years on and Kirzy’s played hundreds of shows in the Canaries, Europe, and released a variety of original songs and covers that have a modern, folk-pop sound and often touch on the themes of travel and wanderlust. He’s known for collaborations with a variety of artists and his stunning music videos which capture the beauty of the island he has come to call home.
John Power had the best rock’n’roll apprenticeship ever – playing bass as an 18-year-old in The La’s. Forming Cast in 1991, he sang, wrote songs, and played guitar for one of Britpop’s pre-eminent bands – securing two platinum-selling records before returning to the charts in 2024 with the magnificent Love Is The Call.
Power’s solo career produced some of his best work – and now it’s time to reflect on Britpop, the hits – Alright, Sandstorm, Walkaway, Flying and more – in this intimate show that mixes John’s best-loved songs with wild, funny, and tender stories.
Meet’n’Greet packages available.
Join musicians of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra on an exciting and high energy adventure to search for some lost music.
This magical, melodic journey is led by presenter Claire Henry.
A winner with audiences and critics alike, DreamWorks’ How to Train Your Dragon is a captivating and original story that combines humour, fire-breathing action, and epic adventure!
Anthony Gabriele conductor
When a young Viking defies tradition and befriends a ferocious dragon, together they must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Experience this enchanting film in HD, with John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated musical score performed live by the Orchestra.
This performance will last 2 hours including an interval
How To Train Your Dragon © 2010 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Tickets for children under 18 months are free, but must be booked in advance.
Join the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra as they program the Fantastic Philharmonic Time Machine and take us Back to the Future to some fascinating periods in world history, including Ancient Egypt and the Era of the Dinosaurs.
Matthew Lynch conductor
Alasdair Malloy presenter
You’ll even discover how one famous composer needed some inspiration from the future for one of their most well-known pieces! A thrilling trip through time with amazing music to match.
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.
