Events
Daniel Siemens (Newcastle University), 'A story with a happy ending? Writing the biography of the German-Jewish photographer Fred Stein (1909-1967) today'
Daniel Siemens (Newcastle University), 'A story with a happy ending? Writing the biography of the German-Jewish photographer Fred Stein (1909-1967) today' History Research Seminar, hosted by Modern British Studies
The Chinese story of bamboo: Sustainability in material and culture
Join us for our next public talk to learn about the Chinese story of bamboo with Fang Zong. Bamboo, as a model of sustainability, is deeply rooted in Chinese traditions of material application and cultural representation. This talk explores the dual identity of Chinese bamboo both as a vital ecological resource and a profound cultural symbol...
WCLC: Quatuor Danel with Sir John Tomlinson (bass voice), Pete Furniss (clarinet) and Richard Whalley (piano)
Rebecca Clarke – Two Movements for String Quartet Joshua Brown – 'The Wanderer' for bass, clarinet, piano, and string quartet World renowned bass Sir John Tomlinson will sing Joshua Brown’s The Wanderer in a new version for the Quatuor Danel with Pete Furniss and Richard Whalley. 'The Wanderer' was first performed March 2026 by the H..
Quatuor Danel Evening Concert – Philip Grange 70 years
Quatuor Danel mark the 70th birthday of Philip Grange. Philip Grange Elegy for solo cello Philip Grange Soliloquy for solo viola Philip Grange The Centre Cannot Hold for two violins Beethoven String Quartet No. 1 in F major, Opus 18 No. 1 Beethoven String Quartet No. 14 in C# minor, Opus 131
CTIS Research Seminar - Partnerships in International Higher Education: Culture and Strategy
This presentation examines the dynamic intersection of culture and strategy in international higher education partnerships. Drawing on Jonas Stier’s work of internationalisation ideologies, idealism, educationalism, and instrumentalism, it examines how strategic agendas shape the motives of dominant 'sender' institutions over 'receiving' par..
WCLC: Leon Bosch & Rebeca Omordia - The South African Double Bass
Leon Bosch conducts chamber and symphonic ensembles around the world and is one of the few double bass players to direct concertos from the instrument. Nigerian-Romanian pianist Rebeca Omordia is an exciting virtuoso with a wide-ranging career as soloist, chamber musician and recording artist. The Thursday lunchtime concerts are part of the W..
University of Manchester Chorus and MUMS Symphony Orchestra Concert
Join the University of Manchester Chorus and MUMS Symphony Orchestra for a vibrant concert of contemporary and twentieth-century masterpieces, including Britten's Four Sea Interludes, Will Todd's Mass in Blue, Rautavaara's Cantus Arcticus, Coleridge Taylor’s Sussex Landscape, and Christopher Tin’s Waloyo Yamoni.
University of Manchester Chorus and MUMS Symphony Orchestra Concert
Join the University of Manchester Chorus and MUMS Symphony Orchestra for a vibrant concert of contemporary and twentieth-century masterpieces, including Britten's Four Sea Interludes, Will Todd's Mass in Blue, Rautavaara's Cantus Arcticus, Coleridge Taylor’s Sussex Landscape, and Christopher Tin’s Waloyo Yamoni.
WCLC: Clare Wilkinson and Jacob Heringman
Jacob Heringman has been playing the lute since 1986 and has performed with a great many inspiring and excellent singers and ensembles, specialising in lute songs and ensemble music. Clare Wilkinson is an acclaimed English mezzo-soprano specialising in Baroque and Renaissance music. The Thursday lunchtime concerts are part of the Walter Carro..
Relaxed Performance Festive Sing-along
Relaxed Performance Festive Sing-along, in collaboration with Sign Me Happy and Manchester Music Society. This relaxed performance is intended to be welcoming for people who may not feel comfortable attending formal concerts. The concert will start at 11am and end at 11.50am (doors open at 10.30am). Festive outfits, accessories & Christma..