The Sage Gateshead
Babies, Babble & Play (Under 12 Months)
Babies musical development workshop.
Babies musical development workshop.
When
Mon, Thu 1.30pm, Wed 11am, closed Oct 20, 22 & 23
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
£3, £1.50 second child, £2.50 per session
Music-Making: Workshop (Under 5s)
Fun singing, movement and music-making.
Fun singing, movement and music-making.
When
Mon, Thu & Fri, Sat 9.45am, 11am, Tue 9.45am, 11am, 1.30pm, Wed 9.45am, 1.30pm
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
£3, £1.50 second child, £2.50 per session
Planet Music (Ages 5-7)
Develop musical skills in a fun way.
Develop musical skills in a fun way.
When
Sep 13, 27, Oct 11, 25, phone for times
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
£3, £1.50 second child
The Magenta Singers: Workshop
Singing group.
Singing group.
When
Sep 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, 1.30pm-3pm, during term time
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£4.50 per session
Folk Choir (Autumn Term): Workshop
Choir for those passionate for songs and singing.
Choir for those passionate for songs and singing.
When
Mon-Sun 7pm-8.10pm, Oct 27-Nov 2, half term
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£67 per term, concs £45 per term
Chris While And Julie Matthews
The two-piece group who have performed with a wide range of other artists, performs contemporary and traditional folk.
The two-piece group who have performed with a wide range of other artists, performs contemporary and traditional folk.
When
Sep 26, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£14
Nik Kershaw
Chart pop by the Bristol-born singer-songwriter in support of the album EI8HT.
Chart pop by the Bristol-born singer-songwriter in support of the album EI8HT.
When
Sep 26, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£22.50
The Phantom Band
The Glasgow-based band performs its indie-rock originals.
The Glasgow-based band performs its indie-rock originals.
When
Sep 26, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£10
Beverley Craven
Acoustic pop from the singer-songwriter best known for the 1991 hit Promise Me.
Acoustic pop from the singer-songwriter best known for the 1991 hit Promise Me.
When
Sep 27, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£18.50
Cigdem Aslan
The singer from Istanbul, now resident in London, plays folk.
The singer from Istanbul, now resident in London, plays folk.
When
Sep 27, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£12.50
Ian Hunter & The Rant Band
Classic rock by the veteran singer-songwriter who was born in Oswestry plays alongside the Rant Band. With support from Federal Charm.
Classic rock by the veteran singer-songwriter who was born in Oswestry plays alongside the Rant Band. With support from Federal Charm.
When
Sep 28, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£25
Join In And Sing Pirates Of Penzance Workshop
Sing Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera.
Sing Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera.
When
Sep 28, 10.30am, 6pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£7
Roger McGuinn
Country and folk-rock by the veteran American singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Byrds.
Country and folk-rock by the veteran American singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Byrds.
When
Sep 29, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£29.50 & £32.50
The Worst Princess (Under 7s)
Find out how the feisty princess defies expectations in this funny twist on a traditional fairytale.
Find out how the feisty princess defies expectations in this funny twist on a traditional fairytale.
When
Sep 29, 1.30pm
Genre
Special - the
Cost
£5
Lulo Reinhardt
The guitarist performs Gypsy swing incorporating elements of Latin music.
The guitarist performs Gypsy swing incorporating elements of Latin music.
When
Sep 30, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£14-£16
Lulo Reinhardt Guitar Workshop
One-off guitar workshop.
One-off guitar workshop.
When
Sep 30, 12.30pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£16, £30 for workshop and concert
Royal Northern Sinfonia And Mary Chapin Carpenter
The multi-Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter performs a selection of her songs, arranged for full orchestra by Vince Mendoza.
The multi-Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter performs a selection of her songs, arranged for full orchestra by Vince Mendoza.
When
Sep 30, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£29.50-£37.50
Alison Balsom
The trumpeter performs a selection of classical pieces.
The trumpeter performs a selection of classical pieces.
When
Oct 1, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19.50-£32.50
Karine Polwart
Karine draws from folk music's long tradition while keeping pace with the ceaselessly changing times. Her talent for crafting unique, enduring melodies, her gift for saying just enough without overstating her case, the range and dynamism of her arrangements, all come together in songs of powerful contemporary relevance. She also has the purest and most approachable of singing voices, drawing the listener towards her in the same way one might lean towards a late night tale by the fireside.
Karine draws from folk music's long tradition while keeping pace with the ceaselessly changing times. Her talent for crafting unique, enduring melodies, her gift for saying just enough without overstating her case, the range and dynamism of her arrangements, all come together in songs of powerful contemporary relevance. She also has the purest and most approachable of singing voices, drawing the listener towards her in the same way one might lean towards a late night tale by the fireside.
When
Oct 3, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£13
The Hollies
All the hits performed by this veteran Manchester-originating pop and rock group from 1960s containing two of the original members.
All the hits performed by this veteran Manchester-originating pop and rock group from 1960s containing two of the original members.
When
Oct 3, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£25-£29.50
Sunday Afternoons With John Wilson: Russian Fantasy
Featuring with Denis Kozhukhin on piano, RNF present Borodin's Prince Igor Overture, Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and Extracts from Sleeping Beauty by Tchaikovsky.
Featuring with Denis Kozhukhin on piano, RNF present Borodin's Prince Igor Overture, Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and Extracts from Sleeping Beauty by Tchaikovsky.
When
Oct 5, 3pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £17-£31
The Outside Track And The Paul McKenna Band
The award-winning bands perform traditional Celtic folk.
The award-winning bands perform traditional Celtic folk.
When
Oct 5, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£13
Sturgill Simpson
Country and roots with an element of soul by the singer-songwriter who is based in Nashville.
Country and roots with an element of soul by the singer-songwriter who is based in Nashville.
When
Oct 6, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£12.50
Angela Brownridge
Pianist Angela Brownridge performs Beethoven Sonata No.23 Appassionata, Liszt, Debussy Pour le Piano, Chopin Sonata No.2 and Scriabin's A selection of Etudes, Op. 8.
Pianist Angela Brownridge performs Beethoven Sonata No.23 Appassionata, Liszt, Debussy Pour le Piano, Chopin Sonata No.2 and Scriabin's A selection of Etudes, Op. 8.
When
Oct 7, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£15, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £13
Curtis Stigers
The singer, saxophonist, guitarist, and songwriter from Boise, Idaho performs his mainstream jazz originals and standards.
The singer, saxophonist, guitarist, and songwriter from Boise, Idaho performs his mainstream jazz originals and standards.
When
Oct 8, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£25
Schubert Ensemble
The group performs Mozart's Piano Quartet In G Minor, Huw Watkins's Piano Quartet and Brahms's Piano Quartet No 1 In G Minor.
The group performs Mozart's Piano Quartet In G Minor, Huw Watkins's Piano Quartet and Brahms's Piano Quartet No 1 In G Minor.
When
Oct 8, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£19
Laurence Cummings: Glorious Bach
Cummings conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Bach's Orchestra Suite No 4, Violin Concerto No 1, featuring the violinist Kyra Humphries, Cantata No 50, Cantata No 191 and Orchestra Suite No 3.
Cummings conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Bach's Orchestra Suite No 4, Violin Concerto No 1, featuring the violinist Kyra Humphries, Cantata No 50, Cantata No 191 and Orchestra Suite No 3.
When
Oct 9, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Cara Dillon
The singer-songwriter from Country Derry performs folk ballads. With support from Dan Tyminksi.
The singer-songwriter from Country Derry performs folk ballads. With support from Dan Tyminksi.
When
Oct 10, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£24
Tom Leader
The pianist performs pieces by Schumann, Mussorgsky, Rachmaninov and Berlioz, as part of World Mental Health Day.
The pianist performs pieces by Schumann, Mussorgsky, Rachmaninov and Berlioz, as part of World Mental Health Day.
When
Oct 10, 12noon-1pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
free
Folkworks: Folk On The Tyne: Workshop
A night of music.
A night of music.
When
Oct 11, 8pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£5, NUS £3
Little Wolf Gang: Peter And The Wolf & Other Wild Tales
Storyteller Martin Maudsley joins virtuoso musicians Eddy Jay (accordion), Fiona Barrow (violin) and David Adams (bassoon) to interpret Prokofiev's well-loved family classic, plus two more Russian musical tales.
Storyteller Martin Maudsley joins virtuoso musicians Eddy Jay (accordion), Fiona Barrow (violin) and David Adams (bassoon) to interpret Prokofiev's well-loved family classic, plus two more Russian musical tales.
When
Oct 11, 2pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£7, family £20
Neil Cowley Trio
The pianist leads the trio as they perform contemporary jazz.With support from Utopia & Reality Chamber Choir
The pianist leads the trio as they perform contemporary jazz.With support from Utopia & Reality Chamber Choir
When
Oct 11, phone for times
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
phone for prices
Tony Hadley
The lead singer of Spandau Ballet performs all their classic hits with the Southbank Sinfonia Orchestra.
The lead singer of Spandau Ballet performs all their classic hits with the Southbank Sinfonia Orchestra.
When
Oct 11, phone for times
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
phone for prices
Bach And His Contemporaries
The Royal Northern Sinfonia performs works by Bach, Scarlatti, Couperin and Telemann in a performance which also features Laurence Cummings on harpsichord and soprano Mhairi Lawson.
The Royal Northern Sinfonia performs works by Bach, Scarlatti, Couperin and Telemann in a performance which also features Laurence Cummings on harpsichord and soprano Mhairi Lawson.
When
Oct 12, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
Elaine Paige
The multi-award winning vocalist, known for her successful career on the West End stage, performs a selection of hits from popular musicals.
The multi-award winning vocalist, known for her successful career on the West End stage, performs a selection of hits from popular musicals.
When
Oct 14, 7pm, doors
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£25-£75
War Correspondents
A multidisciplinary song cycle depicting the experiences of journalists covering wars in Iraq, Chechnya, Georgia, Afghanistan, Liberia and Bosnia. Created as part of a collaboration between composer Helen Chadwick and choreographer Steven Hoggett, co-founder of Frantic Assembly.
A multidisciplinary song cycle depicting the experiences of journalists covering wars in Iraq, Chechnya, Georgia, Afghanistan, Liberia and Bosnia. Created as part of a collaboration between composer Helen Chadwick and choreographer Steven Hoggett, co-founder of Frantic Assembly.
When
Oct 14, 8pm
Genre
Theatre - show
Cost
£12
Tutors Live
A performance by University of Sunderland academic staff.
A performance by University of Sunderland academic staff.
When
Oct 15, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
free ticketed
Coffee With Bach
Harpsichordist Laurence Cummings conducts Bach's Orchestra Suite No 1, Violin Concerto No 2, Cantata No 211 'Schweigt Stille' and Orchestra Suite No 2. With violinist Bradley Creswick.
Harpsichordist Laurence Cummings conducts Bach's Orchestra Suite No 1, Violin Concerto No 2, Cantata No 211 'Schweigt Stille' and Orchestra Suite No 2. With violinist Bradley Creswick.
When
Oct 16, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Level 42: The Sirens Tour
The Mark King-led quintet, known for its hits Lessons In Love and Something About You, performs jazz-funk and new wave rock in support of the album Sirens.
The Mark King-led quintet, known for its hits Lessons In Love and Something About You, performs jazz-funk and new wave rock in support of the album Sirens.
When
Oct 17, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£27
RJ Thompson & His Band
The Newcastle-based singer-songwriter and his group performs commercial pop.
The Newcastle-based singer-songwriter and his group performs commercial pop.
When
Oct 17, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£10, adv £8
Eden Stell Guitar Duo
The acclaimed classical duo play Spanish composer Federico Mompou's music, plus pieces by Sergio Assad, Francois Couperin, Astor Piazzolla and Jean Phillipe Rameau.
The acclaimed classical duo play Spanish composer Federico Mompou's music, plus pieces by Sergio Assad, Francois Couperin, Astor Piazzolla and Jean Phillipe Rameau.
When
Oct 18, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£15
Folkworks: Workshops With Varldens Band (Ages 9-18)
Learn a variety of traditional tunes.
Learn a variety of traditional tunes.
When
Oct 18, 12noon
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£10
Seth Lakeman
Folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who hails from Devon.
Folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who hails from Devon.
When
Oct 18, phone for times
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
phone for prices
Varldens Band
The international ensemble performs world and folk music.
The international ensemble performs world and folk music.
When
Oct 18, 6.30pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£8, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £6
Michael Chapman
The singer and guitarist from Yorkshire plays jazz, blues and folk. With support from Patsy Matheson.
The singer and guitarist from Yorkshire plays jazz, blues and folk. With support from Patsy Matheson.
When
Oct 19, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£12.50
Sasha Savaloni
Iranian Scottish guitarist Sasha Savaloni.
Iranian Scottish guitarist Sasha Savaloni.
When
Oct 19, 2pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£7
Xuefei Yang And Mikkel Egelund Nielson
Xuefei Yang with a World Premiere performance of new work by Philip Cashian and Stephen Goss as well JS Bach's mighty Chaconne and Joaquin Rodrigo's Invocacion y Danza supported by a short recital by Mikkel Egelund Nielsen.
Xuefei Yang with a World Premiere performance of new work by Philip Cashian and Stephen Goss as well JS Bach's mighty Chaconne and Joaquin Rodrigo's Invocacion y Danza supported by a short recital by Mikkel Egelund Nielsen.
When
Oct 19, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£20
Joanne Shaw Taylor
Originally hailing from Birmingham, the musician and singer-songwriter performs blues-rock.With support from Bernie Marsden
Originally hailing from Birmingham, the musician and singer-songwriter performs blues-rock.With support from Bernie Marsden
When
Oct 20, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£20
Andy Fairweather Low
The Welsh blues guitarist performs. With support from The Lowriders.
The Welsh blues guitarist performs. With support from The Lowriders.
When
Oct 21, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£20
Tir Eolas
Alternative-folk from the band comprising of Philippa Mercer, Ruairi Glasheen, Laura Snowden, Georgie Harris and Hedi Pinkerfeld.
Alternative-folk from the band comprising of Philippa Mercer, Ruairi Glasheen, Laura Snowden, Georgie Harris and Hedi Pinkerfeld.
When
Oct 21, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£12
Nigel North
A recital by lutenist Nigel North who invites the 21st century listener into a 16th century world of sensual delight and a decoration of silence.
A recital by lutenist Nigel North who invites the 21st century listener into a 16th century world of sensual delight and a decoration of silence.
When
Oct 22, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£15
Beethoven Four
Mario Venzago conducts the Royal Northern Sinfonia in Brahms's Piano Concerto No 2, featuring the pianist John Lil, Strauss's Capricco and Beethoven's Symphony No 4.
Mario Venzago conducts the Royal Northern Sinfonia in Brahms's Piano Concerto No 2, featuring the pianist John Lil, Strauss's Capricco and Beethoven's Symphony No 4.
When
Oct 23, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £17-£31
Dani De Moron Trio: A Tribute To Paco De Lucia
A performance by the world-renowned flamenco guitarist, supported by dancer Jairo Barulli and young flamenco singer Miguel Lavi.
A performance by the world-renowned flamenco guitarist, supported by dancer Jairo Barulli and young flamenco singer Miguel Lavi.
When
Oct 23, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£20
Red Molly
The three-piece group who hail from New Jersey performs self-penned folk and Americana material.
The three-piece group who hail from New Jersey performs self-penned folk and Americana material.
When
Oct 24, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£10
John Cooper Clarke
Edgy and satirical punk poetry.
Edgy and satirical punk poetry.
When
Oct 25, 7pm
Genre
Special - lit
Cost
£25 & £27.50
Juice Festival Art Jam: Introduction To Spray Painting Arch 2: Workshop
Experiment with a spray can.
Experiment with a spray can.
When
Oct 25, 3pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
free ticketed
Juice Festival Art Jam: Master Class Graffiti Workshops
Create street art.
Create street art.
When
Oct 25, 1pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
free ticketed
Juice Festival Art Jam: Mini Canvas Drawing Workshop (Over 8s)
Make your own mini canvas with a variety of art forms.
Make your own mini canvas with a variety of art forms.
When
Oct 25, 3pm
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
free ticketed
Show Of Hands With Miranda Sykes
Acoustic folk duo from Exeter featuring the double bass player and vocalist who has been performing with the group since 2004.
Acoustic folk duo from Exeter featuring the double bass player and vocalist who has been performing with the group since 2004.
When
Oct 25, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£18
British Sea Power
Lo-fi and atmospheric indie-rock comes courtesy of the Mercury Prize-nominated five-piece from Brighton as it promotes the album Machineries Of Joy.
Lo-fi and atmospheric indie-rock comes courtesy of the Mercury Prize-nominated five-piece from Brighton as it promotes the album Machineries Of Joy.
When
Oct 26, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£16.50
Samling Academy Concert
Performances by 24 young singers and pianists from across the North East, led by music director Caroline Dowdle.
Performances by 24 young singers and pianists from across the North East, led by music director Caroline Dowdle.
When
Oct 26, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£12
The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
The singer-guitarist from Shreveport plays blues and blues-rock originals with his accompanying musicians.
The singer-guitarist from Shreveport plays blues and blues-rock originals with his accompanying musicians.
When
Oct 26, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£25
Nick Mulvey
London-based indie singer-songwriter.
London-based indie singer-songwriter.
When
Oct 27, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£12.50
Paul Potts
Classical crossover singer who came to fame on Britain's Got Talent.
Classical crossover singer who came to fame on Britain's Got Talent.
When
Oct 27, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£26 & £28.50
Asia
Progressive rock by the band formed originally in 1982 by members of Yes, ELP and King Crimson. The ensemble went through several line-ups over the following years and a wide variation in fortunes before reunited with the original members in 2009, although Steve Howe left again in 2013.
Progressive rock by the band formed originally in 1982 by members of Yes, ELP and King Crimson. The ensemble went through several line-ups over the following years and a wide variation in fortunes before reunited with the original members in 2009, although Steve Howe left again in 2013.
When
Oct 28, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£24.50
Sheryl Crow
The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter performs her pop-rock hits and promotes her seventh studio album, 100 Miles From Memphis.
The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter performs her pop-rock hits and promotes her seventh studio album, 100 Miles From Memphis.
When
Oct 28, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£29.50 & £39.50
Neil Sedaka
Award-winning American singer-songwriter performing pop-rock.
Award-winning American singer-songwriter performing pop-rock.
When
Oct 29, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£45 & £50
Saleem Ashkar
Saleem Ashkar continues his popular Beethoven Sonata Cycle featuring Sonata No.7, No.17 Tempest, No.18 The Hunt and No.31.
Saleem Ashkar continues his popular Beethoven Sonata Cycle featuring Sonata No.7, No.17 Tempest, No.18 The Hunt and No.31.
When
Oct 29, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16-£20, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14-£18
Gregory Porter
Mainstream jazz by the Grammy-nominated singer-composer from America.
Mainstream jazz by the Grammy-nominated singer-composer from America.
When
Oct 30, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£30 & £35
Louder Than Words
Skimstone Arts present Louder than Words, a musical reaction to a modern manifesto. Join artists from the young artist collective as they showcase music and art from their collection.
Skimstone Arts present Louder than Words, a musical reaction to a modern manifesto. Join artists from the young artist collective as they showcase music and art from their collection.
When
Oct 30, 5.30pm, 7pm
Genre
Arts - none
Cost
free
Royal Northern Sinfonia
The orchestra is joined by BBC Young Artists and conductor Alexandre Bloch to perform Beethoven's Triple Concerto for Violin, Viola and Piano, Bruch's Concerto for Viola and Clarinet and
The orchestra is joined by BBC Young Artists and conductor Alexandre Bloch to perform Beethoven's Triple Concerto for Violin, Viola and Piano, Bruch's Concerto for Viola and Clarinet and
When
Oct 31, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£25, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£23
Cleveland Philharmonic Choir
Sir Thomas Allen heads a cast of over 250 to bring you two choral works featuring John Forsyth MBE conductor, Ruth Jenkins-Robertsson soprano, Mark Wilde tenor, Philip Smith baritone and Cleveland Philharmonic Choir Northern Spirit Singers.
Sir Thomas Allen heads a cast of over 250 to bring you two choral works featuring John Forsyth MBE conductor, Ruth Jenkins-Robertsson soprano, Mark Wilde tenor, Philip Smith baritone and Cleveland Philharmonic Choir Northern Spirit Singers.
When
Nov 1, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£20, child/NUS £5, OAP/unwaged £17, under 16s £5
Juice Festival: Musical Rumpus: Workshop (Under 2s)
Music of JS Bach.
Music of JS Bach.
When
Nov 1, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
£5
Bands Of The Royal Air Force
Bands of the Royal Air Force present an evening of spectacular music and entertainment in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Red Arrows.
Bands of the Royal Air Force present an evening of spectacular music and entertainment in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Red Arrows.
When
Nov 2, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
£17-£23
Kathryn Tickell and The Side
The BBC Folk Musician of the Year performs folk-classical music on the Northumbrian pipes and fiddle, with her band Ruth Wall, Amy Thatcher and Louisa Tuck.
The BBC Folk Musician of the Year performs folk-classical music on the Northumbrian pipes and fiddle, with her band Ruth Wall, Amy Thatcher and Louisa Tuck.
When
Nov 5, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£18.50
St Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra
The orchestra perform pieces by liberated composers. Featuring Rossini's Barber of Seville Overture, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No 3 and Shostakovich's Symphony No 10.
The orchestra perform pieces by liberated composers. Featuring Rossini's Barber of Seville Overture, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No 3 and Shostakovich's Symphony No 10.
When
Nov 5, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£13-£36, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £11-£34
Musical Bumps: Course
Six week course of two-hour classes.
Six week course of two-hour classes.
When
From Nov 6, Thu 6pm, ends Dec 11
Genre
Special - none
Cost
phone for prices
Nerina Pallot
Commercial pop by the platinum-selling London-based singer-songwriter.
Commercial pop by the platinum-selling London-based singer-songwriter.
When
Nov 6, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£16.50 & £18.50
Gerry & The Pacemakers
Sixties Merseybeat songs from the veteran outfit, led by singer-songwriter Gerry Marsden, best known for its trio of successive number one hits How Do You Do It?, I Like It and You'll Never Walk Alone.
Sixties Merseybeat songs from the veteran outfit, led by singer-songwriter Gerry Marsden, best known for its trio of successive number one hits How Do You Do It?, I Like It and You'll Never Walk Alone.
When
Nov 7, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£29.50
Nine Below Zero
The blues-rockers, reformed for a special tour, play songs from their albums Don't Point Your Finger and Third Degree which were re-released earlier this year.
The blues-rockers, reformed for a special tour, play songs from their albums Don't Point Your Finger and Third Degree which were re-released earlier this year.
When
Nov 7, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£16.50
Sixties Gold
When
Nov 7, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
£29.50
The Lindisfarne Story
Former Lindisfarne members Ray Laidlaw and Billy Mitchell perform the songs of the folk-rock band, with stories of its history.
Former Lindisfarne members Ray Laidlaw and Billy Mitchell perform the songs of the folk-rock band, with stories of its history.
When
Nov 7 & 8, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£15.50 & £18.50
Vishwa Mohan Bhatt
The Grammy Award-winning guitarist who originates from Jaipur performs classical Indian music.
The Grammy Award-winning guitarist who originates from Jaipur performs classical Indian music.
When
Nov 7, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£12, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £10
Britten: War Requiem
Performed by Newcastle upon Tyne Bach Choir and Newcastle University Symphony Orchestra and Student Choir and conducted by Eric Cross.
Performed by Newcastle upon Tyne Bach Choir and Newcastle University Symphony Orchestra and Student Choir and conducted by Eric Cross.
When
Nov 8, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£22, NUS/OAP/unwaged £4-£11
Body Of Song
Sir Thomas Allen presents an evening of choral performances reflecting on the nature of war, featuring Custom Voices, Human Music, Voices of Hope, the Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia and youth choir Quay Voices.
Sir Thomas Allen presents an evening of choral performances reflecting on the nature of war, featuring Custom Voices, Human Music, Voices of Hope, the Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia and youth choir Quay Voices.
When
Nov 9, 4pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£5
Commemoration Choir
Local choirs commemorate the First World War and reflections on peace with performances on the Concourse.
Local choirs commemorate the First World War and reflections on peace with performances on the Concourse.
When
Nov 9, 11am-3pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
free
Young Sinfonia Concert
Following their international residential in Germany with the Solingen Music School Youth Orchestra, the YSC perform a selection of pieces.
Following their international residential in Germany with the Solingen Music School Youth Orchestra, the YSC perform a selection of pieces.
When
Nov 9, 2.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£7, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £5
John Mayall
The blues singer and guitarist performs. With support from King King.
The blues singer and guitarist performs. With support from King King.
When
Nov 11, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£27.50 & £29.50
Julian Rachlin: Beethoven Seven
Julian Rachlin conducts the Royal Northern Orchestra as they perform Beethoven's Symphony No 7 and Schnittke's Sonata No 1, before performing Mozart's Violin Concerto No 5 alongside them.
Julian Rachlin conducts the Royal Northern Orchestra as they perform Beethoven's Symphony No 7 and Schnittke's Sonata No 1, before performing Mozart's Violin Concerto No 5 alongside them.
When
Nov 12, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Bellowhead
Folk veterans Jon Boden and John Spiers lead an 11-piece band for folk dances played on various instruments including bouzoukis, banjos, flugelhorn and wind-up toys.
Folk veterans Jon Boden and John Spiers lead an 11-piece band for folk dances played on various instruments including bouzoukis, banjos, flugelhorn and wind-up toys.
When
Nov 13, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£19.50-£24.50
Hebrides Ensemble: Dead Elvis
The ensemble performs Milhaud's Suite, Ades's Life Story, Michael Daughtery's Dead Elvis and Wynton Marsalis's A Fiddler's Tale Suite.
The ensemble performs Milhaud's Suite, Ades's Life Story, Michael Daughtery's Dead Elvis and Wynton Marsalis's A Fiddler's Tale Suite.
When
Nov 13, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £10
Go West
The veteran duo of Peter Cox and Richard Drummie, known for the hits We Close Our Eyes and King Of Wishful Thinking, performs pop, dance and blue-eyed soul songs.
The veteran duo of Peter Cox and Richard Drummie, known for the hits We Close Our Eyes and King Of Wishful Thinking, performs pop, dance and blue-eyed soul songs.
When
Nov 14, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£25-£22.50
The Shires, Ward Thomas
Borne of the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire countryside, young songwriters Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes have swiftly acquired a following for their country folk music. With only a handful of live dates under their belt, the duo have signed to Decca, and will be playing songs including debut single Nashville Grey Skies.
Borne of the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire countryside, young songwriters Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes have swiftly acquired a following for their country folk music. With only a handful of live dates under their belt, the duo have signed to Decca, and will be playing songs including debut single Nashville Grey Skies.
When
Nov 14, 7.45pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£12
Brass Band Schoonhoven
The ensemble from The Netherlands performs a selection of popular tunes.
The ensemble from The Netherlands performs a selection of popular tunes.
When
Nov 15, 3.30pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
free ticketed
Grimethorpe Colliery Band
The ensemble performs a selection of popular tunes. With support from Cory Band.
The ensemble performs a selection of popular tunes. With support from Cory Band.
When
Nov 15, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
£12-£22
Introduction To Song Writing: Workshop
Create a classical-inspired piece of music.
Create a classical-inspired piece of music.
When
Nov 15, 10am
Genre
Special - lit
Cost
£15
Julia Fordham
The Portsmouth-born singer-songwriter, now based in California, performs her pop, soul and jazz hits.
The Portsmouth-born singer-songwriter, now based in California, performs her pop, soul and jazz hits.
When
Nov 15, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£20
Seindorf Beaumaris Youth
A performance by student musicians and dancers.
A performance by student musicians and dancers.
When
Nov 15, 1.30pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
free ticketed
Swing/Jazz Masterclass: Workshop
One-hour demonstration.
One-hour demonstration.
When
Nov 15, 4.45pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
free ticketed
Hot Club Of Cowtown
The New York City-based trio performs jazz and Western swing.
The New York City-based trio performs jazz and Western swing.
When
Nov 16, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£18.50
The 38th Brass In Concert Championship
An international contest for brass bands.
An international contest for brass bands.
When
Nov 16, 9am
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
£15-£28
The Cobweb Orchestra In Concert With Iona Brown
Andy Jackson conducts Sibelius's Finlandia, Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto featuring the violinist Iona Brown, and Dvorak's Symphony No 9 'From The New World'.
Andy Jackson conducts Sibelius's Finlandia, Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto featuring the violinist Iona Brown, and Dvorak's Symphony No 9 'From The New World'.
When
Nov 16, 7.15pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8
Power Of Ten
Pulitzer prize-winning composer David Lang and Royal Northern Sinfonia present pieces by Ligeti, Riegger, Xenakis, Hovhaness and a composition commissioned by Lang himself.
Pulitzer prize-winning composer David Lang and Royal Northern Sinfonia present pieces by Ligeti, Riegger, Xenakis, Hovhaness and a composition commissioned by Lang himself.
When
Nov 18, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
Abdullah Ibrahim
Contemporary and mainstream jazz by the South African jazz pianist and his ensemble.
Contemporary and mainstream jazz by the South African jazz pianist and his ensemble.
When
Nov 19, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£24.50 & £32.50
Parker Quartet
The group performs Haydn's String Quartet In D, Kurtag's Six Moments Musicaux and Mendelssohn's String Quartet In E Flat.
The group performs Haydn's String Quartet In D, Kurtag's Six Moments Musicaux and Mendelssohn's String Quartet In E Flat.
When
Nov 19, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£19
Gareth Gates
The singer and Pop Idol contestant who originates from Bradford performs commercial pop.
The singer and Pop Idol contestant who originates from Bradford performs commercial pop.
When
Nov 20, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£17.50
Jackson Browne
American country singer-songwriter Jackson Browne plays songs from his 14th studio album, Standing In The Breach. Accompanying Jackson on the road are longtime band mates Val McCallum (guitar), Mauricio Lewak (Drums), Jeff Young (keyboards) and Bob Glaub (bass), with the addition of acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz (guitar, lap steel, pedal steel).
American country singer-songwriter Jackson Browne plays songs from his 14th studio album, Standing In The Breach. Accompanying Jackson on the road are longtime band mates Val McCallum (guitar), Mauricio Lewak (Drums), Jeff Young (keyboards) and Bob Glaub (bass), with the addition of acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz (guitar, lap steel, pedal steel).
When
Nov 20, 7.30pm-10.35pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£36.50-£42.50
Steve Turner
BBC folk awards-nominated singer and concertina-player performs traditional folk.
BBC folk awards-nominated singer and concertina-player performs traditional folk.
When
Nov 20, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£10
China Crisis
The Liverpool-based five-piece performs pop-rock.
The Liverpool-based five-piece performs pop-rock.
When
Nov 21, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£18-£20
Gary Daly & Eddie Lundon: China Crisis
The duo, formed in Liverpool in 1979, performs prog-rock and new wave.
The duo, formed in Liverpool in 1979, performs prog-rock and new wave.
When
Nov 21, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£18 & £20
John Wilson And The John Wilson Orchestra
The conductor leads the orchestra as it performs the film music composed by Cole Porter.
The conductor leads the orchestra as it performs the film music composed by Cole Porter.
When
Nov 21, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
£28.50-£46
Kanda Bongo Man
The singer and musician from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, performs soukous music. With support from Crossings Band.
The singer and musician from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, performs soukous music. With support from Crossings Band.
When
Nov 22, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£15, under 16s £3
Pascuala Ilabaca And Fauna
The singer-songwriter from Chile and her accompanying musicians performs world music.
The singer-songwriter from Chile and her accompanying musicians performs world music.
When
Nov 22, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£12.50
The Poozies
Female folk ensemble playing traditional English and Scottish pieces.
Female folk ensemble playing traditional English and Scottish pieces.
When
Nov 23, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£14, concs £12
Angels Of The North
A performance by student singers.
A performance by student singers.
When
Nov 24, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£10, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8
Corrymella Scott Gallery Exhibition
An exhibition of nationally known artists including Sir William MacTaggart, Joan Eardley, Jolomo, Robert Kelsey, John Gardiner Crawford, Pat Douthwaite, Ann Oram and David McClure.
An exhibition of nationally known artists including Sir William MacTaggart, Joan Eardley, Jolomo, Robert Kelsey, John Gardiner Crawford, Pat Douthwaite, Ann Oram and David McClure.
When
Nov 24-29, 9am-11pm
Genre
Arts - none
Cost
free ticketed
Pere Ubu
The veteran band from Cleveland, Ohio led by David Thomas, performs its experimental and leftfield rock.
The veteran band from Cleveland, Ohio led by David Thomas, performs its experimental and leftfield rock.
When
Nov 24, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£17.50
Martha Wainwright
The singer-songwriter who was born in Canada but now based in New York performs her folk-rock originals.
The singer-songwriter who was born in Canada but now based in New York performs her folk-rock originals.
When
Nov 25, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£22.50
5, 4, 3, 2, 1
When
Nov 26, 7.30pm
Genre
Theatre - show
Cost
£24.50 & £26.50
Samling Masterclass: Workshop
Music masterclass for young singers and pianists.
Music masterclass for young singers and pianists.
When
Nov 26, 2pm
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£10, £22 masterclass and concert
Steven Hudson And John Reid
Oboist Steven Hudson And pianist John Reid perform works by Bach, Schumann, Britten, Ravel including Colin Premier Solo de Councours and Poulenc Sonata for Oboe and Piano.
Oboist Steven Hudson And pianist John Reid perform works by Bach, Schumann, Britten, Ravel including Colin Premier Solo de Councours and Poulenc Sonata for Oboe and Piano.
When
Nov 26, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
The Manfreds
Rock and blues with a twist of jazz by the Paul Jones-fronted combo.
Rock and blues with a twist of jazz by the Paul Jones-fronted combo.
When
Nov 26, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£24.50 & £26.50
Imelda May
Commercial rockabilly and vintage jazz ballads from the platinum-selling Dubliner.
Commercial rockabilly and vintage jazz ballads from the platinum-selling Dubliner.
When
Nov 27, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£25-£35
Hugh Cornwell
The London-born singer-songwriter and ex-member of The Stranglers, performs his alternative rock originals. With support from Hazel OConnor.
The London-born singer-songwriter and ex-member of The Stranglers, performs his alternative rock originals. With support from Hazel OConnor.
When
Nov 28, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
adv £20
John Grant With The Royal Northern Sinfonia
The American singer-songwriter and ex-member of The Czars collaborates with the orchestra to perform his oeuvre.
The American singer-songwriter and ex-member of The Czars collaborates with the orchestra to perform his oeuvre.
When
Nov 28, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£22
Nancy Kerr And The Sweet Visitor Band
Contemporary and traditional folk from the London-born singer-violinist and her accompanying musicians.
Contemporary and traditional folk from the London-born singer-violinist and her accompanying musicians.
When
Nov 28, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£12
Newcastle Choral Society Diamond Jubilee Celebratory Concert
Newcastle Choral Society and Orchestra North East perform Will Todd's The Dream Of The River and Karl Jenkins's The Armed Man A Mass for Peace.
Newcastle Choral Society and Orchestra North East perform Will Todd's The Dream Of The River and Karl Jenkins's The Armed Man A Mass for Peace.
When
Nov 29, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£18-£21, £5 Under 18s without a paying adult, free with a paying adult
Samling Concert
Eight international young artists together with their mentors tenor Thomas Moser and pianist Caroline Dowdle present an evening of opera and song, the culmination of a week of intensive training with Samlin.
Eight international young artists together with their mentors tenor Thomas Moser and pianist Caroline Dowdle present an evening of opera and song, the culmination of a week of intensive training with Samlin.
When
Nov 29, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£15
Aaron Pilsan
Pianist Aaron Pilsan in a recital of Bach's Partita in G, Beethoven's Eroica Variations and Chopin's Andante Spianato et Grande Polanaise Brillante.
Pianist Aaron Pilsan in a recital of Bach's Partita in G, Beethoven's Eroica Variations and Chopin's Andante Spianato et Grande Polanaise Brillante.
When
Nov 30, 2pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£11, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £9
Jane McDonald
The Wakefield-born singer, best known as a presenter of ITV's Loose Women and performer on The Cruise, plays showtunes and popular ballads.
The Wakefield-born singer, best known as a presenter of ITV's Loose Women and performer on The Cruise, plays showtunes and popular ballads.
When
Nov 30, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£19.50-£34.50
Sunday Lunchtime Performance: Voice: Patterns Of Love
The female vocal trio presents a programme of songs that explore the beauty, heartache and humour of love.
The female vocal trio presents a programme of songs that explore the beauty, heartache and humour of love.
When
Nov 30, 12noon
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
free ticketed
Warpaint
The four-piece band from Los Angeles plays indie-rock.
The four-piece band from Los Angeles plays indie-rock.
When
Dec 2, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£17.50
Maddy Prior And The Carnival Band
Legendary folk singer and lead vocalist of Steeleye Span, also known for collaborations with a number of fellow folk artists.
Legendary folk singer and lead vocalist of Steeleye Span, also known for collaborations with a number of fellow folk artists.
When
Dec 3, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£15-£25
Brit Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute
The group performs a selection of the music of the iconic progressive rock band.
The group performs a selection of the music of the iconic progressive rock band.
When
Dec 5, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£29.50 & £39.50
The David Ford Orchestra
The singer-songwriter performs indie-rock originals with accompanying musicians.
The singer-songwriter performs indie-rock originals with accompanying musicians.
When
Dec 5, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£15
Rejoice! With Royal Northern Sinfonia
Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton hosts this family favourite.
Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton hosts this family favourite.
When
Dec 6, 7.30pm, mat Dec 7, 3pm
Genre
Special - xmas
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Warm Songs For Winter Days (Under 7s)
Songs, dances and magical theatrical fun.
Songs, dances and magical theatrical fun.
When
Dec 6, 11am, 2pm
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
£5
Only Men Aloud
The Welsh male voice choir perform covers of classic pop songs.
The Welsh male voice choir perform covers of classic pop songs.
When
Dec 9, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£27.50
The Big Chris Barber Band
The trombonist and his group plays New Orleans-style jazz.
The trombonist and his group plays New Orleans-style jazz.
When
Dec 11, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£20 & £22.50
The Magic Of Motown
A celebration of the music of Motown stars, featuring the songs of The Jackson Five, The Temptations, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and The Supremes.
A celebration of the music of Motown stars, featuring the songs of The Jackson Five, The Temptations, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and The Supremes.
When
Dec 11, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£23.50 & £26.50, early bird £24.50
The Blockheads
Ian Dury's punk pub-rock backing band performs the bands hits, featuring original members Chas Jankel, Norman Watt-Roy and Johnny Turnbull.
Ian Dury's punk pub-rock backing band performs the bands hits, featuring original members Chas Jankel, Norman Watt-Roy and Johnny Turnbull.
When
Dec 12, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£22.50
Messiah
Thomas Zehetmair conducts the Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus in a performance of Handel's Oratori, featuring the soloists James Laing, Julia Bauer, Samuel Boden and Benjamin Bevan.
Thomas Zehetmair conducts the Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus in a performance of Handel's Oratori, featuring the soloists James Laing, Julia Bauer, Samuel Boden and Benjamin Bevan.
When
Dec 14, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Royal Northern Sinfonia Celebrates
Royal Northern Sinfonia, featuring pianist Francesco Piemontesi and conducted by Thomas Zehetmair perform Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 4 and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 6 Pathetique.
Royal Northern Sinfonia, featuring pianist Francesco Piemontesi and conducted by Thomas Zehetmair perform Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 4 and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 6 Pathetique.
When
Dec 21, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £17-£31
New Year In Vienna
Classic FM's John Suchet hosts the New Year celebration of Viennese dance music.
Classic FM's John Suchet hosts the New Year celebration of Viennese dance music.
When
Jan 1, 3pm & 7pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Musical Bumps: Course
Six week course of two-hour classes.
Six week course of two-hour classes.
When
From Jan 8, Thu 6pm, ends Feb 12
Genre
Special - none
Cost
phone for prices
Royal Northern Sinfonia Chamber: From These Isles
Royal Northern Sinfonia present a program of contrasting work from British composers. Featuring Holst's Wind Quintet, Stanford's Serenade and Elgar's Piano Quintet.
Royal Northern Sinfonia present a program of contrasting work from British composers. Featuring Holst's Wind Quintet, Stanford's Serenade and Elgar's Piano Quintet.
When
Jan 8, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
Paul Carrack
The Sheffield-born singer-songwriter and veteran guitarist, best known as a musician as part of Ace, Roxy Music and Squeeze, performs pop-rock.
The Sheffield-born singer-songwriter and veteran guitarist, best known as a musician as part of Ace, Roxy Music and Squeeze, performs pop-rock.
When
Jan 11, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£28.50
Beginner Guitar: Workshop
Guitar sessions focusing on chords and repertoire.
Guitar sessions focusing on chords and repertoire.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 6.30pm-7.30pm, during term time, ends Mar 29, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£67 per term, concs £45
Intermediate Guitars: Workshop
Sat 10am-10.45am Ends 29 Sep, guitar lessons.
Sat 10am-10.45am Ends 29 Sep, guitar lessons.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 7.30pm-9pm, term time only, ends Mar 29, Half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£67 per term, concs £45
Opera D’Argento: Course
Singing workshops.
Singing workshops.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 3pm-4.30pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Quicksilver: Course
Vocal performance group.
Vocal performance group.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 2pm-3.30pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Shades Of Silver: Course
Singing group.
Singing group.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 11am-12.30pm, ends Mar 27, Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silver Breves: Workshop
Classical music singing group.
Classical music singing group.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 11am-12.30pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silver Chorus: Course
An auditioned choir.
An auditioned choir.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 1.30pm-3pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silver Divas: Course
Singing course.
Singing course.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 1pm-2.30pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silver Madrigals: Course
Unaccompanied singing group.
Unaccompanied singing group.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 11am-12.30pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silver Rock Singers: Course
Singing group.
Singing group.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 1.30pm-3pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silver Soul: Course
Soul choir.
Soul choir.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 3.30pm-5pm, ends Mar 27, Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, £22.50 half term
Silversmiths: Course
Blues, jazz and gospel singing group.
Blues, jazz and gospel singing group.
When
From Jan 12, Mon 11am-12.30pm, ends Mar 27, half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£45 full term, half term £22.50
Intermediate/Advanced Flute & Whistle (Spring Term): Workshop
Music workshop in flute and whistle.
Music workshop in flute and whistle.
When
From Jan 13, Tue 8.20pm-9.30pm, ends Mar 24 2015, Half term Feb 16-22
Genre
Special - none
Cost
£67 per term, concs £45
Elizabeth Watts And Audrey Hyland
Elizabeth Watts soprano with Audrey Hyland piano perform Songs by Schubert and Strauss and Berlioz Les Nuits d'Ete.
Elizabeth Watts soprano with Audrey Hyland piano perform Songs by Schubert and Strauss and Berlioz Les Nuits d'Ete.
When
Jan 14, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£19
Sunday Afternoons With John Wilson: American Dream
John Adams's The Chairman Dances, Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F major, Copland's Hoe Down from Rodeo, Barber's Essay No 1 and Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story.
John Adams's The Chairman Dances, Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F major, Copland's Hoe Down from Rodeo, Barber's Essay No 1 and Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story.
When
Jan 18, 3pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £17-£31
Tommy Emmanuel
The guitarist who hails from Australia performs blues, country and folk originals and covers.
The guitarist who hails from Australia performs blues, country and folk originals and covers.
When
Jan 21, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£20
Simply Sinfonia: Adagio For Strings
With Kyra Humphreys as director and on violin and Timothy Orpen on clarinet the Royal Northern Sinfonia perform Barber's Adagio for Strings, Mozart's Violin Concerto No 4, Copland's Clarinet Concerto and Mozart's Symphony No 29.
With Kyra Humphreys as director and on violin and Timothy Orpen on clarinet the Royal Northern Sinfonia perform Barber's Adagio for Strings, Mozart's Violin Concerto No 4, Copland's Clarinet Concerto and Mozart's Symphony No 29.
When
Jan 22, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Nils Lofgren
The singer-guitarist from Chicago who has been part of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, Crazy Horse and more, performs his classic rock material.
The singer-guitarist from Chicago who has been part of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, Crazy Horse and more, performs his classic rock material.
When
Jan 23, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£28.50
Songs Before You Were Born
Retro disco for children.
Retro disco for children.
When
Jan 24, 11am, 2pm
Genre
Special - kid
Cost
£5
Beethoven Five
Ainars Rubikis conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No 2, Sibelius's Suite For Violin And Strings and Beethoven's Symphony No 5. With violinist Hyeyoon Park.
Ainars Rubikis conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No 2, Sibelius's Suite For Violin And Strings and Beethoven's Symphony No 5. With violinist Hyeyoon Park.
When
Jan 29, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Late Mix: New World Cabaret
The Royal Northern Sinfonia performs Copland's Nonet, Korngold's Much Ado About Nothing Suite, Barber's Summer Music For Wind Quintet and Stravinsky's Dumbarton Oaks.
The Royal Northern Sinfonia performs Copland's Nonet, Korngold's Much Ado About Nothing Suite, Barber's Summer Music For Wind Quintet and Stravinsky's Dumbarton Oaks.
When
Feb 5, 9pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
Royal Northern Sinfonia: Queen Symphony
Winner of a Classical Brit Award Tolga Kashif conducts the Royal Northern Sinfonia as they perform re-imagined pieces by rock band Queen.
Winner of a Classical Brit Award Tolga Kashif conducts the Royal Northern Sinfonia as they perform re-imagined pieces by rock band Queen.
When
Feb 7, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Barbara Dickson
The Fife-born singer, musician and Olivier Award-winning actress performs popular songs from stage musicals alongside her hit single, I Know Him So Well.
The Fife-born singer, musician and Olivier Award-winning actress performs popular songs from stage musicals alongside her hit single, I Know Him So Well.
When
Feb 8, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£27.50
Scott Bradlee & Postmodern Jukebox
The New York-based group performs pop and rock covers.
The New York-based group performs pop and rock covers.
When
Feb 9, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£17.50
Florin Ensemble
The group performs Schubert's String Trio In B Flat, Webern's Movement For String Trio, Francaix's String Trio and Mozart's Divertimento In E Flat For String Trio.
The group performs Schubert's String Trio In B Flat, Webern's Movement For String Trio, Francaix's String Trio and Mozart's Divertimento In E Flat For String Trio.
When
Feb 11, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£19
Sam Bailey
The singer and X Factor contestant who was born in Leicester performs commercial pop.
The singer and X Factor contestant who was born in Leicester performs commercial pop.
When
Feb 11, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£27.50 & £29.50
The Fairy Queen
Conducted by Mario Venzago, the Royal Northern Sinfonia and Julian Bliss on clarinet perform
Conducted by Mario Venzago, the Royal Northern Sinfonia and Julian Bliss on clarinet perform
When
Feb 12, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Black Dyke Band
Well known songs and famous tunes from the award-winning brass band.
Well known songs and famous tunes from the award-winning brass band.
When
Feb 15, 2pm
Genre
Gigs - none
Cost
£14.50
Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
The popular tribute act embark on a major national tour.
The popular tribute act embark on a major national tour.
When
Feb 16, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£22.50
Saleem Ashkar: Pathetique
Pianist Saleem Ashkar performs four piano recitals by Beethoven including his Pathetique and Funeral March sonatas.
Pianist Saleem Ashkar performs four piano recitals by Beethoven including his Pathetique and Funeral March sonatas.
When
Feb 20, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16-£20, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14-£18
Beethoven One
Olli Mustonen conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Sibelius's Pelleas and Melisandre, Shostakovich's Concerto No Piano and Trumpet, featuring trumpeter Richard Martin and Beethoven's Symphony No 1.
Olli Mustonen conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Sibelius's Pelleas and Melisandre, Shostakovich's Concerto No Piano and Trumpet, featuring trumpeter Richard Martin and Beethoven's Symphony No 1.
When
Feb 26, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Anton & Erin: That's Entertainment
The popular dancers present a dazzling show, bringing all the fun and sophistication of the stage and screen. Performing to tunes such as Make Em' Laugh, There's No Business Like Show Business and That's Entertainment, the duo will be joined by the Manchester Concert Orchestra, conducted by Richard Balcombe, with guest vocalist Lance Ellington.
The popular dancers present a dazzling show, bringing all the fun and sophistication of the stage and screen. Performing to tunes such as Make Em' Laugh, There's No Business Like Show Business and That's Entertainment, the duo will be joined by the Manchester Concert Orchestra, conducted by Richard Balcombe, with guest vocalist Lance Ellington.
When
Mar 1, 3pm
Genre
Dance - none
Cost
£19.50-£44.50
Late Mix: Sunset In Russia
The Chorus Of Royal Northern Sinfonia performs Rachmaninoff's Vespers.
The Chorus Of Royal Northern Sinfonia performs Rachmaninoff's Vespers.
When
Mar 4, 9pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16
Songs For A Swingin' Orchestra
Conducted by Richard Balcombe and featuring the solos from Catherine Porter and Graham Bickley the orchestra perform swing music from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Nat 'King' Cole.
Conducted by Richard Balcombe and featuring the solos from Catherine Porter and Graham Bickley the orchestra perform swing music from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Nat 'King' Cole.
When
Mar 6, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Trio Da Kali
The Mali-based outfit performs its world music originals.
The Mali-based outfit performs its world music originals.
When
Mar 6, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
£12.50, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £10.50
Royal Northern Sinfonia Up Close: Louisa Tuck
Debussy's Sonata for cello and piano, Janacek's Pohadka, pieces by Schumann and a new composition by Kathryn Tickell.
Debussy's Sonata for cello and piano, Janacek's Pohadka, pieces by Schumann and a new composition by Kathryn Tickell.
When
Mar 12, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
Joan Armatrading
Soulful pop-rock by the long-established singer-songwriter from St Kitts embarks on her final major UK tour.
Soulful pop-rock by the long-established singer-songwriter from St Kitts embarks on her final major UK tour.
When
Mar 13, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£29.50
Royal Northern Sinfonia
When
Mar 15, 3pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
King King
The British blues band go on an extensive national tour, in support of their second studio album, Standing in the Shadows.
The British blues band go on an extensive national tour, in support of their second studio album, Standing in the Shadows.
When
Mar 19, 8pm, doors 7pm
Genre
Gigs - jazz
Cost
phone for prices, tickets on sale from Sep 19
Unfinished Business
Bradley Creswick celebrates 20 years as leader with a performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto. Plus Mozart's Symphony No 32, Dvorak's Romance No 1 and Schubert's Symphony No 8.
Bradley Creswick celebrates 20 years as leader with a performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto. Plus Mozart's Symphony No 32, Dvorak's Romance No 1 and Schubert's Symphony No 8.
When
Mar 19, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Soul Legends
The ensemble performs classic soul covers. With support from Gwen Dickey.
The ensemble performs classic soul covers. With support from Gwen Dickey.
When
Mar 20, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£23.50 & £26.50
Gretchen Peters
The singer-songwriter from Nashville performs her country originals.
The singer-songwriter from Nashville performs her country originals.
When
Mar 22, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - folk
Cost
£19
Endellion String Quartet
Chamber music including Beethoven's Quartet in B flat, Op. 18 No.6, Sibelius' Quartet Voces Intimae in D minor, Op. 56 and Mozart's Quartet in E flat K.428.
Chamber music including Beethoven's Quartet in B flat, Op. 18 No.6, Sibelius' Quartet Voces Intimae in D minor, Op. 56 and Mozart's Quartet in E flat K.428.
When
Mar 25, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£19
Brendan Cole: A Night To Remember
The Strictly Come Dancing Star presents a large-scale music and dance extravaganza, featuring the magic of ballroom and Latin excitement.
The Strictly Come Dancing Star presents a large-scale music and dance extravaganza, featuring the magic of ballroom and Latin excitement.
When
Mar 26, 7.30pm
Genre
Dance - none
Cost
£30 & £35
Beethoven Nine 'Choral'
The Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus, conducted by Nicholas McGegan, presents a selection from Des Knaben Wunderhorn by Mahler and Beethoven's Symphony No 9 'Choral'. With Elizabeth Atherton soprano, Diana Moore mezzo-soprano, Ben Johnson tenor and David Wilson-Johnson baritone.
The Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus, conducted by Nicholas McGegan, presents a selection from Des Knaben Wunderhorn by Mahler and Beethoven's Symphony No 9 'Choral'. With Elizabeth Atherton soprano, Diana Moore mezzo-soprano, Ben Johnson tenor and David Wilson-Johnson baritone.
When
Apr 2, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £17-£31
Robin Trower
Rock from the former Procol Harum guitarist and veteran songwriter.
Rock from the former Procol Harum guitarist and veteran songwriter.
When
Apr 3, 8pm, doors 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£22.50
Mike & The Mechanics
Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford leads his band as it plays a mix of soft rock and pop rock, performing classics including Living Years, All I Need Is a Miracle, Over My Shoulder and Another Cup of Coffee to celebrate its 25th anniversary.
Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford leads his band as it plays a mix of soft rock and pop rock, performing classics including Living Years, All I Need Is a Miracle, Over My Shoulder and Another Cup of Coffee to celebrate its 25th anniversary.
When
Apr 8, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£32 & £36
Royal Northern Sinfonia
When
Apr 8, 9pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
Royal Northern Sinfonia
When
Apr 16, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Royal Northern Sinfonia
When
Apr 22, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
An Evening With Texas
The Glaswegian band featuring Sharleen Spiteri and founder Johnny McElhone, celebrate a quarter of a century of hit tunes, as well as performing tracks from their latest studio album, The Conversation.
The Glaswegian band featuring Sharleen Spiteri and founder Johnny McElhone, celebrate a quarter of a century of hit tunes, as well as performing tracks from their latest studio album, The Conversation.
When
Apr 27, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£28.50-£48.50
Borodin Quartet
The world-renowned chamber ensemble presents Borodin's String Quartet No 2 In D, Shostakovich's String Quartet No 8 In C Minor and Beethoven's String Quartet in C Sharp Minor Op 131.
The world-renowned chamber ensemble presents Borodin's String Quartet No 2 In D, Shostakovich's String Quartet No 8 In C Minor and Beethoven's String Quartet in C Sharp Minor Op 131.
When
Apr 29, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£8-£19
Royal Northern Sinfonia: Beethoven Two
Mario Venzago conducts the orchestra, with pianist Freddy Kempf in a performance of Beethoven's Coriolan Overture, Ravel's Piano Concerto, Milhaud's Le Boeuf Sur Le Toit and Beethoven's Symphony No 2.
Mario Venzago conducts the orchestra, with pianist Freddy Kempf in a performance of Beethoven's Coriolan Overture, Ravel's Piano Concerto, Milhaud's Le Boeuf Sur Le Toit and Beethoven's Symphony No 2.
When
Apr 30, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Beethoven Eight
The Royal Northern Sinfonia, conducted by Alexandre Bloch, presents Schubert's Overture 'In The Italian Style', Brahms's Concerto For Violin And Cello, Strauss's Serenade For Winds and Beethoven's Symphony No 8.
The Royal Northern Sinfonia, conducted by Alexandre Bloch, presents Schubert's Overture 'In The Italian Style', Brahms's Concerto For Violin And Cello, Strauss's Serenade For Winds and Beethoven's Symphony No 8.
When
May 14, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Saleem Ashkar
A recital of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas No 6, 16, 21 and 30.
A recital of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas No 6, 16, 21 and 30.
When
May 16, 8pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16 & £20, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14 & £18
Simply Sinfonia: Pavane
Faure's Pavane, Mozart's Flute Concerto In G Major, Saint-Saens' Odelette and Mozart's Symphony No 36.
Faure's Pavane, Mozart's Flute Concerto In G Major, Saint-Saens' Odelette and Mozart's Symphony No 36.
When
May 21, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£10-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £8-£31
Halle
Mozart's Ch'io Mi Scordi Di Te, Liszt's Piano Concerto No 2 and Mahler's Symphony No 4.
Mozart's Ch'io Mi Scordi Di Te, Liszt's Piano Concerto No 2 and Mahler's Symphony No 4.
When
May 28, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£22-£36, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £20-£34
Late Mix: Songs Of England
Warlock's The Curlew, Ireland's Fantasy Sonata and Vaughan Williams' On Wenlock Edge. With tenor James Gilchrist.
Warlock's The Curlew, Ireland's Fantasy Sonata and Vaughan Williams' On Wenlock Edge. With tenor James Gilchrist.
When
Jun 6, 9pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£16, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £14
John Barrowman
The Glasgow-born entertainer and TV personality performs pop hits and songs from musical theatre.
The Glasgow-born entertainer and TV personality performs pop hits and songs from musical theatre.
When
Jun 8, 7pm
Genre
Gigs - rock
Cost
£25-£75
Beethoven Three
Jaime Martin conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Brahms's Piano Concerto No 1, featuring the pianist Paul Lewis and Beethoven's Symphony No 3 'Eroica'.
Jaime Martin conducts The Royal Northern Sinfonia in Brahms's Piano Concerto No 1, featuring the pianist Paul Lewis and Beethoven's Symphony No 3 'Eroica'.
When
Jun 12, 7.30pm
Genre
Gigs - class
Cost
£19-£33, NUS/OAP/unwaged/under 16s £17-£31
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