Reconstruction of an original concert from 14th May 1745 Join Manchester Baroque as we reconstruct an original concert programme that took place in our city on 14thMay 1745. Our Artistic Director, Dr Pauline Nobes, came across in Manchester’s Central Library a transcript of sixteen subscription concert programmes which took place between November 2nd 1744 and August 20th 1745. We have been working our way reconstructing these concerts since Manchester Baroque formed, so join us on our next instalment! The music comes largely from popular 18th Century composers, with any gaps in the programme filled from Manchester's rich archives of music. Performing this music on period instruments and playing in Manchester’s only surviving 18th Century Church really brings Manchester’s musical history to life. Original programme for the 14th May 1745 concert: - 'May 14th. - Overture to Alexander; German flute concerto; song; first organ concerto of Felton; first sonata of Humphreys. - 2nd Act. First overture to Admetus; song; seventh concerto of Corelli; violin solo; Handel's water music.' Performers: - Manchester Baroque - performing on period instruments Programme: 1st Act: - Overture to Alexander the Great - arrangement by Handel for solo harpsichord - George Frideric Handel (1685 - 1759) - Overture to Alexander Concerto in D Major - Johann J. Quantz (1697 – 1773) - German flute concerto Non è più tempo' - Handel - Song Concerto Op.1/1 in C major (Johnson, [1744]) - William Felton - First organ concerto of Felton Sonata in A major (Young, [1726]) - John Humphries - First sonata of Humphreys 2nd Act: - Overture to Admetus - Handel - Overture to Admetus ‘Luci care, addio posate’ from Admetus (1726) - Handel - Song Concerto Grosso in D major, Op. 6/7 - Arcangelo Corelli (1653 – 1713) - Seventh concerto of Corelli Sonata in, G minor, Op. 3/1 - Michele Mascitti (c.1664 – c.1760) - Violin solo Water Music Suite (1730) - Handel - Handel's water music

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons along with Rachmaninov's ever-popular Second Piano Concerto. Featuring the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith and a leading violin soloist to be confirmed.

Featuring renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, the programme will include Beethoven's masterpiece The Moonlight Sonata along with other outstanding piano works.

The Instituto Cervantes Manchester, the Consulate General of Spain in Manchester, and the Fundación Klássica are delighted to present Pasión de Falla, an extraordinary piano recital by José Luis Nieto, paying tribute to one of Spain’s most iconic composers: Manuel de Falla. This exclusive programme offers a unique and captivating experience—a monographic recital entirely dedicated to Falla’s music, featuring a major highlight: the premier of the complete piano transcription of the symphonic ballet El sombrero de tres picos, arranged by the pianist himself. With this performance, José Luis Nieto became the first artist to present a full piano version of this masterpiece. As Falla was primarily a symphonic composer, a 90-minute piano recital dedicated solely to his music is a rare occasion. This makes the concert even more intriguing, not only for its unprecedented nature but also for the expressive depth that the piano brings to Falla’s repertoire. This exceptional concert is a remarkable contribution to the preservation and promotion of Spain’s rich musical heritage, offering a fresh perspective on the work of one of the greatest masters of classical music. El Instituto Cervantes de Mánchester, el Consulado General de España en Mánchester y la Fundación Klássica tienen el placer de presentar Pasión de Falla, un extraordinario concierto a cargo del pianista José Luis Nieto que rinde homenaje a uno de los compositores más emblemáticos de la música española: Manuel de Falla. La exclusividad de este programa musical lo convierte en una propuesta única y de gran atractivo. Se trata de un monográfico dedicado íntegramente a la obra de Falla, con un hito destacado: el estreno de la transcripción completa para piano del ballet sinfónico El sombrero de tres picos, elaborada por el propio pianista. Con esta interpretación, José Luis Nieto se convierte en el primer artista en presentar una versión pianística íntegra de la obra. Además, dado que Falla es, por esencia, un compositor sinfónico, no es habitual disfrutar de un recital para piano de hora y media dedicado exclusivamente a su música. En este sentido, la propuesta resulta doblemente interesante, no solo por su carácter inédito, sino también por la riqueza expresiva que ofrece la interpretación pianística de su repertorio. Sin duda, esta iniciativa supone una valiosa contribución a la recuperación, preservación y difusión del patrimonio coreográfico, lírico y musical español, acercando al público una nueva perspectiva de la obra de uno de los grandes maestros de la música universal.

This Intimate Notes concert showcases our historical instruments at their very best. With a selection of solo pieces and works for small groups of musicians, you will hear the beauty of each instrument in breathtaking detail. This programme highlights the wealth and variety of music composed by the Bach family. As well as the father (Johann Sebastian), we showcase rarely performed music by sons Johann Christian, Johan Christoph Friederich, Carl Philipp Emanuel and Wilhelm Friedmann. Telemann gets an honorary Bach family membership, as he was the Godfather to CPE. Join us as we perform music by the most talented family the world has ever known!

A captivating evening of Baroque song and instrumental colour. Soprano Jane Burnell returns with a selection of dazzling arias, joined by Manchester Baroques Fellowship players and ensemble regulars. Performers: - Manchester Baroque - performing on period instruments - Jane Burnell Soprano - Pauline Nobes and Andrew Taheny - Violin - James Heathcote Cello - David Francis - Harpsichord Programme: - Le Parnassus ou LApothose de Corelli - Franois Couperin - Ye gentle spirits of the air from Fairy Queen - Henry Purcell - Plaint from the Fairy Queen - Henry Purcell - Battaglia de Barbaso yerno de Satanas - Andrea Falconiero Interval - Sonata No. 6 from Harmonia-artificiosa-ariosa - Heinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber - Armida Abbandonata - George Frideric Handel