Events and concerts Neil Balfour DatesFriday 3 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building BEASTdome: SANKOFA DatesSaturday 4 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music Building - University of Birmingham Adam Heron DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building Search for:Search All eventsPerformanceResearch seminarsLectures, Talks and Workshops 3Feb Neil Balfour DatesFriday 3 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder. 4Feb BEASTdome: SANKOFA DatesSaturday 4 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music Building - University of BirminghamDescriptionTurntablist NikNak present her exciting new project, Sankofa. 10Feb Alexander Gadjiev DatesFriday 10 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev. 17Feb Gemma Rosefield DatesFriday 17 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder. 18Feb Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSaturday 18 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's foremost early music ensemble presents an evening of sinfonias and operatic overtures on period instruments. 24Feb Bel Fiore DatesFriday 24 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionJacob Heringham explores highlights from an important source of Italian lute music, the Casteliono Lute Book. 25Feb New Music Ensemble DatesSaturday 25 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's New Music Ensemble premieres new works with soprano Suzie Purkis. 1Mar Harmonies for a Habsburg Dynasty DatesWednesday 1 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCinquecento Renaissance Vokal perform music which would have filled the ears of Habsburg royalty in their chapels and chambers. 2Mar Aris Quartet DatesThursday 2 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev. 4Mar Tell It To The Bees / Germa Adan Quartet DatesSaturday 4 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe launch Our City of Stories with this captivating double-bill from renowned storyteller Pyn Stockman and folk musician Germa Adan. 4Mar Where We Once Gathered DatesSaturday 4 March (09:00) - Friday 8 December 2023 (17:00)Location1st Floor Foyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionHandsworth Wood documentary photographer Herbert Walters exhibits his 2020 Covid Lockdown exhibition. 5Mar University Wind Band & Instrumental Choirs DatesSunday 5 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAn eclectic afternoon with almost 200 student musicians taking to the stage for a celebration of wind instruments. 10Mar Adam Heron DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising classical star Adam Heron performs works by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin. 10Mar University Brass Band & Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising star Adam Heron performs music by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin. 11Mar Birmingham University Singers & University Upper Voices DatesSaturday 11 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTwo of the UK's finest University choirs rejoice in spring with a season-inspired programme including world premieres. 12Mar University Symphony Orchestra & String Orchestra DatesSunday 12 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionEnjoy the wealth of talent at the University of Birmingham including the winners of the Music Society Solo Competition and the 2022 Composition Prize. 16Mar Belcea Quartet DatesThursday 16 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionOne of the world's finest string quartets make a welcome return to Barber Concerts. 17Mar Trio Sonorité DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTrio Sonorité join us under the auspices of Illuminate Women's Music to give a platform for historical and contemporary repertoire by women composers. 17Mar Jazz Orchestra feat. Malcolm MacFarlane DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (20:00-22:00)LocationCBSO CentreDescriptionScottish guitarist Malcolm MacFarlane brings his own compositions to University's Jazz Orchestra and features as a guest soloist. 18Mar Celebrating Stage and Screen DatesSaturday 18 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionUniversity Chorus and Birmingham Symphonic Brass present an evening of music from the stage and screen. 19Mar Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 19 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's Philharmonic Orchestra perform works by Grace Williams and Tchaikovsky as well as a premiere by Scott Wilson. 22Mar University Camerata DatesWednesday 22 March 2023 (19:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA small cohort of Master Choral Conducting students from across the globe hone their skills as part of our extensive choral programme. 24Mar Journeys End DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionHelen Charlston and duo partner Keval Shah present a programme exploring the idea of journeys and the passing of time. 24Mar Alvin Davis And His Band DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAlvin Davis joins us with his live band for an evening of soulful, smooth, R&B, Reggae, and pop infused jazz. 12Apr Alessandro Stradella's (1678) The Power of Paternal Love DatesWednesday 12 April (19:00) - Saturday 15 April 2023 (17:00)LocationCrescent Theatre - Sheepcote Street - B16 8AEDescriptionAlessandro Stradella's 1678 opera 'La Forza dell'amor paterno' returns to the stage for the first time since the 17th century with this Barber Opera production. 17May What kind of access does the digital provide? DatesWednesday 17 May 2023 (14:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionAs part of our 2022-23 focus on 'Material Inequalities' the Centre for Material Cultures and Materialities at the University of Birmingham will be hosting a discussion exploring digital access. 3Feb Neil Balfour DatesFriday 3 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder. 4Feb BEASTdome: SANKOFA DatesSaturday 4 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music Building - University of BirminghamDescriptionTurntablist NikNak present her exciting new project, Sankofa. 10Feb Alexander Gadjiev DatesFriday 10 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev. 17Feb Gemma Rosefield DatesFriday 17 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder. 18Feb Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSaturday 18 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's foremost early music ensemble presents an evening of sinfonias and operatic overtures on period instruments. 24Feb Bel Fiore DatesFriday 24 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionJacob Heringham explores highlights from an important source of Italian lute music, the Casteliono Lute Book. 25Feb New Music Ensemble DatesSaturday 25 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's New Music Ensemble premieres new works with soprano Suzie Purkis. 1Mar Harmonies for a Habsburg Dynasty DatesWednesday 1 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCinquecento Renaissance Vokal perform music which would have filled the ears of Habsburg royalty in their chapels and chambers. 2Mar Aris Quartet DatesThursday 2 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev. 4Mar Tell It To The Bees / Germa Adan Quartet DatesSaturday 4 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe launch Our City of Stories with this captivating double-bill from renowned storyteller Pyn Stockman and folk musician Germa Adan. 5Mar University Wind Band & Instrumental Choirs DatesSunday 5 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAn eclectic afternoon with almost 200 student musicians taking to the stage for a celebration of wind instruments. 10Mar Adam Heron DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising classical star Adam Heron performs works by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin. 10Mar University Brass Band & Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising star Adam Heron performs music by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin. 11Mar Birmingham University Singers & University Upper Voices DatesSaturday 11 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTwo of the UK's finest University choirs rejoice in spring with a season-inspired programme including world premieres. 12Mar University Symphony Orchestra & String Orchestra DatesSunday 12 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionEnjoy the wealth of talent at the University of Birmingham including the winners of the Music Society Solo Competition and the 2022 Composition Prize. 16Mar Belcea Quartet DatesThursday 16 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionOne of the world's finest string quartets make a welcome return to Barber Concerts. 17Mar Trio Sonorité DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTrio Sonorité join us under the auspices of Illuminate Women's Music to give a platform for historical and contemporary repertoire by women composers. 17Mar Jazz Orchestra feat. Malcolm MacFarlane DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (20:00-22:00)LocationCBSO CentreDescriptionScottish guitarist Malcolm MacFarlane brings his own compositions to University's Jazz Orchestra and features as a guest soloist. 18Mar Celebrating Stage and Screen DatesSaturday 18 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionUniversity Chorus and Birmingham Symphonic Brass present an evening of music from the stage and screen. 19Mar Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 19 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's Philharmonic Orchestra perform works by Grace Williams and Tchaikovsky as well as a premiere by Scott Wilson. 22Mar University Camerata DatesWednesday 22 March 2023 (19:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA small cohort of Master Choral Conducting students from across the globe hone their skills as part of our extensive choral programme. 24Mar Journeys End DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionHelen Charlston and duo partner Keval Shah present a programme exploring the idea of journeys and the passing of time. 24Mar Alvin Davis And His Band DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAlvin Davis joins us with his live band for an evening of soulful, smooth, R&B, Reggae, and pop infused jazz. 12Apr Alessandro Stradella's (1678) The Power of Paternal Love DatesWednesday 12 April (19:00) - Saturday 15 April 2023 (17:00)LocationCrescent Theatre - Sheepcote Street - B16 8AEDescriptionAlessandro Stradella's 1678 opera 'La Forza dell'amor paterno' returns to the stage for the first time since the 17th century with this Barber Opera production. 17May What kind of access does the digital provide? DatesWednesday 17 May 2023 (14:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionAs part of our 2022-23 focus on 'Material Inequalities' the Centre for Material Cultures and Materialities at the University of Birmingham will be hosting a discussion exploring digital access. 17May What kind of access does the digital provide? DatesWednesday 17 May 2023 (14:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionAs part of our 2022-23 focus on 'Material Inequalities' the Centre for Material Cultures and Materialities at the University of Birmingham will be hosting a discussion exploring digital access.
Neil Balfour DatesFriday 3 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
BEASTdome: SANKOFA DatesSaturday 4 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music Building - University of Birmingham
3Feb Neil Balfour DatesFriday 3 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder.
4Feb BEASTdome: SANKOFA DatesSaturday 4 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music Building - University of BirminghamDescriptionTurntablist NikNak present her exciting new project, Sankofa.
10Feb Alexander Gadjiev DatesFriday 10 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev.
17Feb Gemma Rosefield DatesFriday 17 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder.
18Feb Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSaturday 18 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's foremost early music ensemble presents an evening of sinfonias and operatic overtures on period instruments.
24Feb Bel Fiore DatesFriday 24 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionJacob Heringham explores highlights from an important source of Italian lute music, the Casteliono Lute Book.
25Feb New Music Ensemble DatesSaturday 25 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's New Music Ensemble premieres new works with soprano Suzie Purkis.
1Mar Harmonies for a Habsburg Dynasty DatesWednesday 1 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCinquecento Renaissance Vokal perform music which would have filled the ears of Habsburg royalty in their chapels and chambers.
2Mar Aris Quartet DatesThursday 2 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev.
4Mar Tell It To The Bees / Germa Adan Quartet DatesSaturday 4 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe launch Our City of Stories with this captivating double-bill from renowned storyteller Pyn Stockman and folk musician Germa Adan.
4Mar Where We Once Gathered DatesSaturday 4 March (09:00) - Friday 8 December 2023 (17:00)Location1st Floor Foyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionHandsworth Wood documentary photographer Herbert Walters exhibits his 2020 Covid Lockdown exhibition.
5Mar University Wind Band & Instrumental Choirs DatesSunday 5 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAn eclectic afternoon with almost 200 student musicians taking to the stage for a celebration of wind instruments.
10Mar Adam Heron DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising classical star Adam Heron performs works by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin.
10Mar University Brass Band & Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising star Adam Heron performs music by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin.
11Mar Birmingham University Singers & University Upper Voices DatesSaturday 11 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTwo of the UK's finest University choirs rejoice in spring with a season-inspired programme including world premieres.
12Mar University Symphony Orchestra & String Orchestra DatesSunday 12 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionEnjoy the wealth of talent at the University of Birmingham including the winners of the Music Society Solo Competition and the 2022 Composition Prize.
16Mar Belcea Quartet DatesThursday 16 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionOne of the world's finest string quartets make a welcome return to Barber Concerts.
17Mar Trio Sonorité DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTrio Sonorité join us under the auspices of Illuminate Women's Music to give a platform for historical and contemporary repertoire by women composers.
17Mar Jazz Orchestra feat. Malcolm MacFarlane DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (20:00-22:00)LocationCBSO CentreDescriptionScottish guitarist Malcolm MacFarlane brings his own compositions to University's Jazz Orchestra and features as a guest soloist.
18Mar Celebrating Stage and Screen DatesSaturday 18 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionUniversity Chorus and Birmingham Symphonic Brass present an evening of music from the stage and screen.
19Mar Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 19 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's Philharmonic Orchestra perform works by Grace Williams and Tchaikovsky as well as a premiere by Scott Wilson.
22Mar University Camerata DatesWednesday 22 March 2023 (19:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA small cohort of Master Choral Conducting students from across the globe hone their skills as part of our extensive choral programme.
24Mar Journeys End DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionHelen Charlston and duo partner Keval Shah present a programme exploring the idea of journeys and the passing of time.
24Mar Alvin Davis And His Band DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAlvin Davis joins us with his live band for an evening of soulful, smooth, R&B, Reggae, and pop infused jazz.
12Apr Alessandro Stradella's (1678) The Power of Paternal Love DatesWednesday 12 April (19:00) - Saturday 15 April 2023 (17:00)LocationCrescent Theatre - Sheepcote Street - B16 8AEDescriptionAlessandro Stradella's 1678 opera 'La Forza dell'amor paterno' returns to the stage for the first time since the 17th century with this Barber Opera production.
17May What kind of access does the digital provide? DatesWednesday 17 May 2023 (14:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionAs part of our 2022-23 focus on 'Material Inequalities' the Centre for Material Cultures and Materialities at the University of Birmingham will be hosting a discussion exploring digital access.
3Feb Neil Balfour DatesFriday 3 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder.
4Feb BEASTdome: SANKOFA DatesSaturday 4 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music Building - University of BirminghamDescriptionTurntablist NikNak present her exciting new project, Sankofa.
10Feb Alexander Gadjiev DatesFriday 10 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev.
17Feb Gemma Rosefield DatesFriday 17 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionIndian-Scottish bass-baritone Neil Balfour joins pianist Sholto Kynoch for a performance in partnership with Oxford Lieder.
18Feb Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSaturday 18 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's foremost early music ensemble presents an evening of sinfonias and operatic overtures on period instruments.
24Feb Bel Fiore DatesFriday 24 February 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionJacob Heringham explores highlights from an important source of Italian lute music, the Casteliono Lute Book.
25Feb New Music Ensemble DatesSaturday 25 February 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's New Music Ensemble premieres new works with soprano Suzie Purkis.
1Mar Harmonies for a Habsburg Dynasty DatesWednesday 1 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCinquecento Renaissance Vokal perform music which would have filled the ears of Habsburg royalty in their chapels and chambers.
2Mar Aris Quartet DatesThursday 2 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA performance from Italian-Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev.
4Mar Tell It To The Bees / Germa Adan Quartet DatesSaturday 4 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe launch Our City of Stories with this captivating double-bill from renowned storyteller Pyn Stockman and folk musician Germa Adan.
5Mar University Wind Band & Instrumental Choirs DatesSunday 5 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAn eclectic afternoon with almost 200 student musicians taking to the stage for a celebration of wind instruments.
10Mar Adam Heron DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising classical star Adam Heron performs works by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin.
10Mar University Brass Band & Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 10 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionRising star Adam Heron performs music by Elgar, Brahms and Chopin.
11Mar Birmingham University Singers & University Upper Voices DatesSaturday 11 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTwo of the UK's finest University choirs rejoice in spring with a season-inspired programme including world premieres.
12Mar University Symphony Orchestra & String Orchestra DatesSunday 12 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionEnjoy the wealth of talent at the University of Birmingham including the winners of the Music Society Solo Competition and the 2022 Composition Prize.
16Mar Belcea Quartet DatesThursday 16 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionOne of the world's finest string quartets make a welcome return to Barber Concerts.
17Mar Trio Sonorité DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionTrio Sonorité join us under the auspices of Illuminate Women's Music to give a platform for historical and contemporary repertoire by women composers.
17Mar Jazz Orchestra feat. Malcolm MacFarlane DatesFriday 17 March 2023 (20:00-22:00)LocationCBSO CentreDescriptionScottish guitarist Malcolm MacFarlane brings his own compositions to University's Jazz Orchestra and features as a guest soloist.
18Mar Celebrating Stage and Screen DatesSaturday 18 March 2023 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionUniversity Chorus and Birmingham Symphonic Brass present an evening of music from the stage and screen.
19Mar Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 19 March 2023 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe University's Philharmonic Orchestra perform works by Grace Williams and Tchaikovsky as well as a premiere by Scott Wilson.
22Mar University Camerata DatesWednesday 22 March 2023 (19:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionA small cohort of Master Choral Conducting students from across the globe hone their skills as part of our extensive choral programme.
24Mar Journeys End DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionHelen Charlston and duo partner Keval Shah present a programme exploring the idea of journeys and the passing of time.
24Mar Alvin Davis And His Band DatesFriday 24 March 2023 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionAlvin Davis joins us with his live band for an evening of soulful, smooth, R&B, Reggae, and pop infused jazz.
12Apr Alessandro Stradella's (1678) The Power of Paternal Love DatesWednesday 12 April (19:00) - Saturday 15 April 2023 (17:00)LocationCrescent Theatre - Sheepcote Street - B16 8AEDescriptionAlessandro Stradella's 1678 opera 'La Forza dell'amor paterno' returns to the stage for the first time since the 17th century with this Barber Opera production.
17May What kind of access does the digital provide? DatesWednesday 17 May 2023 (14:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionAs part of our 2022-23 focus on 'Material Inequalities' the Centre for Material Cultures and Materialities at the University of Birmingham will be hosting a discussion exploring digital access.
17May What kind of access does the digital provide? DatesWednesday 17 May 2023 (14:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionAs part of our 2022-23 focus on 'Material Inequalities' the Centre for Material Cultures and Materialities at the University of Birmingham will be hosting a discussion exploring digital access.