UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
EVENT ARCHIVE
Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Training Orchestra - End of Season Concert
Repertoire and Start Time TBC
Preston Opera, ‘Manon’ by Jules Massenet (Associate Conductor)
‘Manon’ by Jules Massenet
Performances
Thursday 28th May 7pm
Saturday 30th May 7pm
Sunday 31st May 2pm
Venue
Fulwood Academy
You can book tickets by following this link:
www.trybooking.com/uk/GANC
Trinity Camerata - Repertoire Evening
Following a boiler breakdown at the venue, this Repertoire Evening was postponed to March 2026.
J. Elliot - ‘In Bicester Town’
L. v. Beethoven - Symphony No. 6
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra / Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Training Orchestra Side-by-Side Evening
An evening of side-by-side rehearsals between the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Training Orchestra.
Blackpool Symphony Orchestra - Spring Concert
From Home | Blackpool Symphony
We are delighted to welcome back Felicity Cliffe as our guest conductor for our Spring Concert.
In our programmes we love to combine favourite works with works that our players and audience may not be familiar with.
Ludwig van Beethoven - Leonora No. 3
Cécile Chaminade - Callirhoe Suite
Johannes Brahms - Symphony No. 2
Tickets Available here https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/96620
Blackpool Symphony Orchestra - Come & Play String Day
Come & Play for a day with Blackpool Symphony Orchestra. The day will include repertoire by R. Vaughan Williams and local composer, A. Spilsbury.
Salford Symphony Orchestra - Christmas Concert
Felicity will once again be conducting Salford Symphony Orchestra’s Christmas Concert this year!
Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra - Paddington Bear's First Concert at Christmas
Join the Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra for a magical festive treat, perfect for families and children of all ages! Led by guest conductor Flick Cliffe, this joyful hour of music features seasonal favourites, sparkling storytelling, and one very special bear.
The highlight being the story of Paddington Bear’s First Concert, with narrator Hannah Fumoleau bringing to life the much-loved tale of how Paddington’s musical adventure begins — full of charm, laughter, and marmalade.
The fun continues with Leroy Anderson’s classics Sleigh Ride, Christmas Festival, and the toe-tapping Bugler’s Holiday, plus a heart-warming medley of traditional carols by Dorothy Parke.
Whether it’s your little one’s first concert or a festive tradition in the making, come and share the magic of live music this Christmas.
Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra - Paddington Bear's First Concert at Christmas
Join the Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra for a magical festive treat, perfect for families and children of all ages! Led by guest conductor Flick Cliffe, this joyful hour of music features seasonal favourites, sparkling storytelling, and one very special bear.
The highlight being the story of Paddington Bear’s First Concert, with narrator Hannah Fumoleau bringing to life the much-loved tale of how Paddington’s musical adventure begins — full of charm, laughter, and marmalade.
The fun continues with Leroy Anderson’s classics Sleigh Ride, Christmas Festival, and the toe-tapping Bugler’s Holiday, plus a heart-warming medley of traditional carols by Dorothy Parke.
Whether it’s your little one’s first concert or a festive tradition in the making, come and share the magic of live music this Christmas.
Sale Chamber Orchestra - Autumn Concert
CPE Bach - Sinfonia in E maj, Wq. 182 No. 6
S. Rachmaninov - Nunc Dimittis
W. A. Mozart - Serenata Notturna in D K.239
J. Sibelius - Rakastava Op 14
R. Vaughan Williams - Concerto Grosso
F. Hensel - String Quartet in Eb maj
Opera North/Leeds Conservatoire Side-by-Side Concert
‘Ballade’ by Coleridge-Taylor, ‘Somerset Rhapsody’ by Holst, Symphony No. 8 by Dvořák.
Fleetwood Mac - An Orchestral Tribute - Paradox Orchestra
Arranged for a large concert orchestra and vocalists, experience Fleetwood Mac like never before!
Amadeus Orchestra - Smyth, Ravel & Mahler
SMYTH Overture to “The Wreckers”
RAVEL Piano Concerto in G Major with soloist, Kasparas Mikužis
MAHLER Symphony No. 5
The Amadeus Orchestra present a selection of exhilarating orchestral masterpieces. They begin with Smyth’s exuberant overture from her 1904 opera, “The Wreckers” before moving to the virtuosity of Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major and ending with Mahler’s iconic 5th Symphony.
The concert is suitable for all ages but the start time and length of the concert may exclude some young audience members.
Book tickets via the link below…
Amadeus Orchestra - Smyth, Ravel & Mahler
SMYTH Overture to “The Wreckers”
RAVEL Piano Concerto in G Major with soloist, Kasparas Mikužis
MAHLER Symphony No. 5
The Amadeus Orchestra present a selection of exhilarating orchestral masterpieces. They begin with Smyth’s exuberant overture from her 1904 opera, “The Wreckers” before moving to the virtuosity of Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major and ending with Mahler’s iconic 5th Symphony.
The concert is suitable for all ages but the start time and length of the concert may exclude some young audience members.
Book tickets via the link below…
BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Studio Performance and Recording
A performance and recording with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra. Ticket information will be released shortly so watch this space!
Smyth - The Boatswain’s Mate Overture & Intermezzo (7’30")
Martinu - Violin Concerto No.1 (23’) with Kryštof Kohout, Violin
Conductor - Felicity Cliffe
RNCM Wind Orchestra: Dances with Winds
Programme
Kenneth Hesketh Danceries
Brett Miller New work *
Luis Serrano Alarcón Duende
John Corigliano Gazebo Dances ^
Florencio You New work
Adam Gorb Yiddish Dances
Performers
Mark Heron, Felicity Cliffe *, Hannah Trudgeon ^, Trevor Naughton ^ conductors
RNCM Staff Guest Principals
RNCM Wind Orchestra
About
The RNCM Wind Orchestra revisits Dances with Winds two decades after its original Chandos Records recording, presenting a fresh and exhilarating programme. Featuring three works from the original album – Hesketh’s Danceries, Corigliano’s Gazebo Dances, and Gorb’s Yiddish Dances – this concert replaces Skalkottas’ Greek Dances with Luis Serrano Alarcón’s Duende, a vibrant, flamenco-infused suite. New works by RNCM student composers add another exciting layer, while staff and students perform side-by-side in this dynamic celebration of wind music.
Photo credit: Robin Clewley
Tickets:
Full Price £18
Student/Under 26 £12
Purchase tickets from the link below…
BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Schools' Tour
Felicity Cliffe will be conducting four performances as part of the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra’s ‘Schools’ Tour’. The concerts will take place in schools in the Greater Manchester area and include repertoire from BBC ‘Ten Pieces’.
These concerts are not open to the public.
RNCM Percussion Ensemble Concert
Programme
Lucian Amette Crosby New work *
Oriol Cruixent Suite Iniciàtica
Performers
Kai Strobel director, percussion
Felicity Cliffe conductor *
RNCM Percussion Ensembles
Drop in during your lunch break and discover a wide range of performances for free with RNCM’s Monday and Thursday Lunchtimes.
Tickets:
Free admission, ticket required
Promoted by RNCM.
This event will end at approximately 1.55pm.
The Royal Marines Band Scotland and the Royal Northern College of Music
Experience an unforgettable musical collaboration between the Royal Marines Band Scotland and the Royal Northern College of Music in a concert that promises to captivate and inspire.
This unique performance brings together two musical institutions, with a diverse program of military music and dynamic orchestral arrangements, which is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Don't miss the opportunity to witness this rare fusion of talent, tradition, and innovation!
Tickets
RNCM Opera Scenes - Free Admission!
Text from: RNCM Opera Scenes - Royal Northern College of Music
Vocal and conducting students present some of opera’s greatest moments in this free series of staged scenes. A perfect way to feed your curiosity.
Tickets:
Free admission, no ticket required
Felicity Cliffe will conduct scenes from Mozart’s ‘Die Zauberflöte’.
This event will end at approximately 7.15pm.
RNCM Opera Scenes - Free Admission!
Text from: RNCM Opera Scenes - Royal Northern College of Music
Vocal and conducting students present some of opera’s greatest moments in this free series of staged scenes. A perfect way to feed your curiosity.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Così fan tutte
Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte
Giaochino Rossini Il barbiere di Siviglia
Libretto by Cesare Sterbini
Giovanni Paisiello Nina, o sia La pazza per amore
Libretto by Giovanni Barrisa Lorenzi
Tickets:
Free admission, no ticket required
Felicity Cliffe will conduct scenes from Mozart’s ‘Così fan tutte’.
This event will end at approximately 7.15pm.
Salford Symphony Orchestra - Christmas Concert
Felicity will once again be conducting Salford Symphony Orchestra’s Christmas Concert this year! Stay tuned for repertoire details…
Revolting Rhymes: Chetham's School of Music (5 Performances)
Revolting Rhymes Concerts:
Monday 2nd December, 11am (Schools Concerts)
Tuesday 3rd December, 11am (Schools Concerts)
Thursday 5th December, 11am (Relaxed Lunchtime Concerts)
Saturday 7th December, 12pm (Family Concerts)
Saturday 7th December, 2pm (Family Concerts)
Programme
Pickering Mr Bear’s Adventure
Vivaldi The Four Seasons Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4 “Winter”: I. Allegro non molto
Patterson Little Red Riding Hood from Revolting Rhymes
The forest: strange, eery, mysterious, magnificent. A place of magic and surprise where nothing is quite what it seems.
You might think you know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but this musical adaption of Roald Dahl’s wicked Revolting Rhymes turns this classic woodland tale into a cheeky, riotous adventure.
Performed by musicians from Chetham’s School of Music and conducted by Felicity Cliffe, this concert will feature the quaint story of Mr Bear’s Christmas as well as music from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi.
Perfect for children aged 7 – 107, these family concerts give children a fun introduction to the orchestra through music and storytelling.
Concerts will last approximately 1 hour.
For more details & tickets visit: What’s On | Chetham's School of Music (chethamsschoolofmusic.com)
RNCM - Brand New Orchestra - In Focus: Laurence Crane In Focus
To include:
Laurence Crane West Sussex Folk Material
+ New works by RNCM Students
Alec Frank-Gemill, Benjamin Voce, Felicity Cliffe, Harry Lai conductors
RNCM Brand New Orchestra
Each year, RNCM’s In Focus series invites trailblazing composers to the RNCM. Behind the scenes, they work closely with staff and students, culminating in a compelling day of performances. This Autumn, we’re delighted to welcome Laurence Crane.
The innovative Brand New Orchestra lights up the stage to conclude our In Focus events. Join us for an evening featuring new orchestral works by our students, along with a performance of Laurence Crane’s West Sussex Folk Material, which explores the interplay of expansive music through deliberately limited and static elements.
Tickets:
Free admission, ticket required
Promoted by RNCM.
This event will end at approximately 9pm.
RNCM Brass Band Concert
Edward Gregson Dances and Arias *
Liz Lane Serenata ^
Jacob Vilhelm Larsen Suite: Our Hidden Language ^
David Thornton*, Felicity Cliffe ^
RNCM Brass Band
Drop in during your lunch break and discover a wide range of performances for free with RNCM’s Monday and Thursday Lunchtimes.
Tickets:
Free admission, ticket required
Promoted by RNCM.
This event will end at approximately 1.55pm.
Nature's Music - RNCM at The Manchester Museum
For one night only, musicians from the Royal Northern College of Music will transform Manchester Museum into an immersive experience where the allure of music meets the awe of nature.
Wander through the Museum’s collections as RNCM students perform live music, creating a soundtrack to our natural world that echoes from every corner.
Listen to the whispers of ancient stones in the Fossils and Dinosaur galleries. Experience the choruses of birds and bees in the gallery of the Living Worlds. Audio depictions of sun, rain, land, and sky come alive in the galleries of Egypt and Sudan, South Asia, and Chinese Culture before a not-to-be-missed performance of Ralph Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending is unveiled in a rarely performed arrangement for violin and chamber choir.
You’ll also be able to put your own creativity into practice with an open-to-all crafting workshop.
And if this nocturnal voyage leaves you feeling parched, you’ll be able to grab a drink at the Museum Bar and hear sets from Trees.R.Good, K’in Ensemble, and the RNCM’s Community Chorus.
Explore Manchester Museum as never before and let Nature’s Music redefine your museum experience.
Felicity Cliffe will be performing in ‘Rock Piece’ by Pauline Oliveros and conducting ‘Second Song for Many’ by Tim Parkinson.
Blackpool Symphony Orchestra - Flying with Farrenc
We are delighted to welcome Felicity Cliffe as our guest conductor for our next concert on 29 June 2024 at AKS Lytham.
We have a great evening of music for you related to flight.
- Farrenc Symphony No 3
- Vaughan Williams the Wasps Overture
- Saint-Saens "The Swan"
- Come Fly With Me, ET, Thunderbirds, Dambusters and more
£13 online (until 11.59 Friday 28 June). https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DIGU
£15 on the door. Under 19s free.
Hayes Symphony Orchestra - Mozart, R.Strauss & Saint-Saens
W. Mozart (1756 -1791): Overture to ‘Cosi fan tutte’
R. Strauss (1864 -1949): Oboe Concerto – soloist David Hedley
R. Strauss Wind Serenade Op. 7
C. Saint-Saens (1835 -1921): Symphony No. 2
Concert Tickets £12.50. Under 18 years old – Free
RNCM - Wind Orchestra
Enjoy an exhilarating night of music with our Wind Orchestra.
From a ballet written for elephants in Stravinsky’s Circus House to David Milhaud’s folk-inspired Suite française, this programme promises to showcase the remarkable versatility and rich expressive range of wind instruments.
Igor Stravinsky Circus Polka #
Arnold Schoenberg Theme and Variations Op 43 ~
Igor Stravinsky Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments + *
Jenni Watson States of Matter *
Olivier Messiaen Oiseaux exotiques ^
Darius Milhaud Suite française
Mark Heron *, Clark Rundell ~, Trevor Naughton #, Hannah Trudgeon, Felicity Cliffe conductors
Benjamin Powell +, Joel Banerjee ^ piano
Guest Principals:
Kevin Gowland flute
Stéphane Rancourt oboe
Linda Merrick clarinet
Rob Buckland alto saxophone
Andrea Zucca bassoon
Lindsey Stoker horn
Murray Greig trumpet
Steven Mead euphonium
RNCM Wind Orchestra
Tickets:
£5 (Under 26s and Students) + £1 Booking Fee
£10 (Full) + £1 Booking Fee
RNCM Opera Scenes - Humperdinck, Mozart & Barber - Free Admission!
Text from: RNCM Opera Scenes - Royal Northern College of Music
Vocal and conducting students present some of opera’s greatest moments in this free series of staged scenes. A perfect way to feed your curiosity.
With excerpts from:
Engelbert Humperdinck Hansel and Gretel
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Ascanio in Alba K 111
Samuel Barber A Hand of Bridge Op 35
Tickets:
Free admission, no ticket required
Felicity Cliffe will conduct the scenes from Mozart’s ‘Ascanio in Alba’ and Barber’s ‘A Hand of Bridge’.
This event will end at approximately 7.15pm.