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arts council back colston hall transformation The £45 million transformation of Colston Hall is a step closer after Arts Council England announced in January that £10 million is available for the project, bringing the total committed up to £25 million. From 2019, the main hall and The Lantern will be revitalised to improve acoustics and comfort for audiences. A new third venue will open and the transformation will also deliver state-of-the-art education facilities. Chief Executive of Bristol Music Trust Louise Mitchell said: "It's a huge vote of confidence in our plans," with Mayor George Ferguson adding that the redevelopment "will give a great boost to the rich arts and cultural mix in Bristol – creating a performance and education venue worthy of the 21st century". For more information, visit www.colstonhall.org/news
Whether you're a classical music lover who already knows your Rachmaninov from your Ravel or you're simply looking to learn a bit more about the music you love, then sign up to the new Classical Bristol newsletter. Bringing you latest news, a calendar of events, fascinating articles and insightful videos, Classical Bristol is your new essential guide to classical music in the city. Sign up now by visiting www.classicalbristol.co.uk
new website for bristol plays music Bristol Plays Music, the music education hub for Bristol run by Bristol Music Trust, has launched a new website. The hub’s ambition is to inspire, teach and transform lives through music, giving every young person access to music education activities and a platform for musical expression. The website is the first port of call to find out about courses and events for young people, opportunities to learn an instrument or join an ensemble, as well as hosting learning resources for teachers. Take a look now at www.bristolplaysmusic.org
Discover groundbreaking artists and comedians in The Lantern – look out for the symbol
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charles bradley & his extraordinaires
april
fri 15 apr p09
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maddy prior folk fri 1 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, £17.75 incl. bf seated show
colston hall record and cd fair community sat 2 apr 10am – 4pm, free
freedom project community sat 2 apr the lantern, start 8pm, £15.05, conc. £9.68 incl. bf seated show
luke jackson, greg russell & ciaran algar folk tue 5 apr the lantern, start 8pm, £12.90 incl. bf seated show
“One of the hardest-working veterans of the folk scene” (The Guardian) explores the traditions of the genre she loves in latest album 3 for Joy. The Steeleye Span singer is joined by Giles Lewin (from The Carnival Band) and young accordion player Hannah James to perform the music of the British Isles and Eastern Europe.
The biggest record fair in the South West returns with over 70 dealers plying their wares over three floors. Find rare and vintage LPs, 12” and 7” vinyl alongside CDs from most genres. Decks are available to check out tunes before you buy and Colston St Bar & Kitchen will be open for a break from browsing. Feel free to bring tunes to trade or sell – most dealers are happy to strike a bargain!
Legendary poet and social activist Linton Kwesi Johnson headlines the launch of Freedom Project, an organisation setting up sustainable social enterprises in Ghana, Africa. An event of poetical activism that celebrates both the beauty and struggles of the country, alongside Linton Kwesi Johnson is a line up of exceptional poets and musicians performing for change. All profits raised support projects in Ghana. Greg Russell and Ciaran Algar released their debut album in 2012, won the BBC Young Folk Award the following year and then, in 2014, nabbed the Horizon Award for Best Breakthrough Act. Luke Jackson was called “the rising star of British folk” by The Telegraph following the release of his “assured” second album, Fumes and Faith, in 2014. “The future is bright and the future is Jackson!” says Louder Than War.
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gregory porter jazz wed 6 apr start 7.30pm, sold out
ycat lunchtime concert classical fri 8 apr the lantern, 1.05pm, £5.50* incl. bf
national children's orchestras of great britain classical sat 9 apr start 7pm, £23.65, £19.35, £15.05, £10.75, u16s £5.38 incl. bf
pig records launch jazz sun 10 apr the lantern, start 8pm, £14.51, conc. £10.75 incl. bf seated show
“Gregory Porter fans will already be well aware of the subtle power of his voice, which slips down through the ears, trickling gently into the soul like whisky and honey” (The Express). Porter released the Grammywinning Liquid Spirit in 2013, his first album on a major record label, and was praised for his “rare ability to combine the subtle intricacies of jazz with a deep, gospel-powered soulfulness” (The Telegraph).
Today’s lunchtime concert recital comes from pianist Alexander Ullman who will be playing pieces by Haydn, Ravel and Liszt. “He heard the score with immense clarity and vision, and brought it to life as if the composer were watching over his shoulder,” says the Huffington Post. *Free for 8 – 25 year olds with CAVATINA, contact box office for more information.
“The UK’s premier symphony orchestra for children” (The Independent) presents its spring concert at Colston Hall. Previous performances have been called “astonishingly mature” (Yorkshire Times) and “genuinely moving” (The Guardian) as the orchestra of 7 to 13-year-olds tackle a challenging programme with maturity and professionalism. OAPs receive a £2 discount and under 5s go free. Pig Records was created by “compelling Bristol-based altoist” (Time Out) and composer Kevin Figes as an outlet for his jazz projects. To celebrate the official launch of his label, Figes presents two new recordings by his Quartet and Octet, and invites fellow Pig artists Jim Blomfield Trio, Balanca and Simon Presto to perform.
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the necks & james mcvinnie: the secret life of organs rock and pop sun 10 apr doors 7pm, ÂŁ16.50 incl. bf stalls unreserved
The Hall's mighty Harrison & Harrison organ gets taken through its paces as music by Tom Jenkinson (Squarepusher), Philip Glass and The Necks is performed by the "fearlessly experimental" (The Quietus) three piece alongside Bedroom Community's James McVinnie. Part of The Necks’ 30th anniversary celebrations, the concert will explore the powerful, intricate and varied sonorities of the organ. Head to our website to see a video about this very special instrument.
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newton faulkner rock and pop mon 11 apr doors 7pm, £23.11 incl. bf
Lopping off chunks of those famous red dreadlocks in the video for single Get Free, Newton Faulkner makes a startling return to the scene with a new look and a new album, Human Love. It follows, of course, an incredible run of four UK top 10 records, starting with 2007’s Hand Built by Robots.
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michael bolton
Grammy Award-winning superstar Michael Bolton has a staggering 15 UK top 40 singles to his name as well as 13 top 40 albums. His most rock and pop recent effort, 2013’s Motown-inspired Ain’t No tue 12 apr Mountain High Enough: Tribute to Hitsville, doors 7pm, VIP £241.88, reached number 19 and featured collaborations £106.43, £63.43, £42.46, with Leona Lewis and Sam Bailey. Support from £26.88 incl. bf BRIT Award winner Gabrielle.
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bellowhead folk wed 13 & sat 16 apr doors 7pm, sold out u14s accompanied stalls part-standing
that's all folks
“Britain’s most successful traditional folk act” (Telegraph) embark on the final leg of their twopart farewell tour. After 11 years, five albums and countless awards, “the exhilarating juggernaut of bombastic, swaggering, buffed, multi-coloured big band folk” (Folk Radio) gives us one last hurrah. “You're guaranteed a good night,” says the Nottingham Post.
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damien jurado rock and pop wed 13 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £17.20 incl. bf over 14s, standing show
treacherous orchestra folk thu 14 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £15.05 incl. bf over 14s, standing show
charles bradley & his extraordinaires rock and pop fri 15 apr doors 7pm, £26.50 incl. bf over 16s, stalls part-standing
Prolific Seattle singer-songwriter whose 2014 album, Brothers and Sisters of the Eternal Son, was called “a universe unto its own” by Father John Misty. Jurado’s label, Secretly Canadian, calls him “impossible to accurately pin down … with detours into pop, world music, full-fledged electric indie rock, and even found-sound experiments”. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
Treacherous Orchestra are an 11-strong folk band whose “membership reads like a who’s who of the latest generation of Scottish tradition-based music – an exciting and invigorating breath of fresh air” (Folk Radio UK). Hear original tunes delivered with a theatrical rock attitude in this incendiary live show. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
Life was tough for this former James Brown impersonator who “endured homelessness, grinding poverty, a near-fatal illness and the murder of his brother … while waiting for a musical break that never came” (The Guardian). But then Gabriel Roth, head of soul label Daptone, walked into a New York nightclub and launched his career aged 62. “Bradley has a rare gift of being a singer worth hearing regardless of the material” (Pitchfork).
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the best in uk stand up comedy fri 15 apr the lantern, doors 8pm, £12.90 incl. bf
stephen grant & michael fabbri
“Unstoppable, ebullient motormouth” (Chortle) Stephen Grant performs alongside the “exceptionally funny” (The Scotsman) Michael Fabbri, who delivers “hilarious, clever, sick and completely unrepeatable” (BBC) material.
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nerina pallot rock and pop sat 16 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, £19.89 incl. bf over 14s, standing show
giant sand & jason lytle rock and pop mon 18 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £24.73 incl. bf standing show
“Across her studio albums and array of EPs, the world has gotten to know and love her beautiful voice,” says Renowned for Sound of the Brit-nominated singer and songwriter (who’s written tracks for Kylie Minogue and Diana Vickers). Her latest release, The Sound and the Fury, is, says Louder Than War, “a game changer … a beautiful, haunting, thought-provoking album of grand ideas that have been beautifully realised”. As part of their extended 30-year anniversary tour, Howe Gelb’s Giant Sand are joined by guests featured on their latest release, Heartbreak Pass. Jason Lytle (Grandaddy), who produced and sang on the album’s first single, takes co-headlining duties, presenting a selection of his own music. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
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ought rock and pop tue 19 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £13.44 incl. bf over 16s, standing show
Glowing reviews abound for the Montreal rock quartet’s sophomore effort, Sun Coming Down. The Guardian praises its “relaxed intensity”, Consequence of Sound says they “deliver anxiety and resolution with dependable assuredness” and Pitchfork admires “Ought’s fully revved, road-tested engine and increased horsepower” (Pitchfork). New music in The Lantern sponsored by
criolo rock and pop fri 22 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £13.50 incl. bf standing show
Former shelf-stacker Kleber Gomes (aka Criolo) “shook up the Brazilian rap scene by mixing up hip-hop with an adventurous range of music styles” (The Guardian) on album Nó Na Orelha. Its 2015 follow-up, Convoque seu Buda, “is a confident bricolage of beats, berimbau, samples and samba,” says the Financial Times. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
explosions in the sky rock and pop sat 23 apr doors 7pm, £23.65 incl. bf over 14s, stalls part-standing
“Austin moodsetters” (Exclaim) Explosions in the Sky perform following the release of their first nonsoundtrack album for five years. The Wilderness follows scores for films including Lone Survivor, Prince Avalanche and Manglehorn, and 2011 album Take Care, Take Care, Take Care.
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max & ivan comedy sat 23 apr the lantern, start 8pm, £12.90 incl. bf over 16s, seated show
bristol ensemble classical sun 24 apr start 4pm, £29.56, £23.11, £17.74, u18s £2.15 incl. bf
nikki lane rock and pop sun 24 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £10 incl. bf seated show
the end
Welcome to Sudley-on-Sea where, thanks to an incident at the local nuclear reactor, the residents are living out their last hours on earth. Max Olesker and Ivan Gonzalez transport us into “an immersive dream-world” (Mirror) in which we meet everyone from a graveyard poet to a corrupt politician. The End is, says The Times, “a thing of startling precision, imagination and crowd-pleasing charm”. a night at the musicals
The Bristol Ensemble and The Westenders present a selection of some of the best-loved songs from top West End shows. Stars of the stage sing classics from shows such as Beauty and the Beast, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon and Aspects of Love. Under the musical direction of Jae Alexander, the concert promises a magical journey through your favourite show tunes.
“My songs always paint a pretty clear picture of what’s been going on in my life, so this is one moody record,” says Nikki Lane of her second album, All or Nothin’. The Dan Auerbach-produced record “evokes Dusty Springfield, Loretta Lynn and Jackie DeShannon over a dozen songs that read like Polaroids from a wild heart gone ragged” (Paste). New music in The Lantern sponsored by
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martin speake & bobo stenson jazz tue 26 apr the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £16.25 incl. bf seated show
sean lock comedy thu 28 apr & fri 29 apr start 8pm, £24.73 incl. bf
change of heart
British alto saxophonist Martin Speake is joined by acclaimed Swedish pianist Bobo Stenson to play music from 2006’s Change of Heart. The album “makes a compelling case that Martin Speake is one of the most interesting and rewarding alto saxophonists now playing jazz”, says Jazz Times. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
keep it light
“Lock’s gift is that you never quite know where he’s going to go,” says Chortle of the Comedy Store regular and star of 8 Out of 10 Cats. Enjoy “meandering monologues … [and] whimsical and sidewinding wit” (Manchester Evening News).
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chris cornell rock and pop sat 30 apr doors 7pm, sold out u14s accompanied
higher truth tour
“There are few voices in rock that are quite as distinctive as Chris Cornell’s,” (Music OMH) the frontman-guitarist of iconic rock band Soundgarden who visits the Hall following the release of his latest solo album, Higher Truth. Cornell worked with prolific producer Brendan O’Brien (AC/DC, Pearl Jam, Mastodon) to “craft a set of sombre acoustic songs … [infused] with altrock dynamics” (Rolling Stone).
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julia biel jazz sun 1 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £15.50 incl. bf
Ten years on from her self-produced “excellent debut” (The Jazz Man), Not Alone, Julia Biel delivers “an unequivocal triumph” in Love Letters and Other Missiles. “Biel remains one of the most underrated vocalists we have,” says Jazzwise Magazine.
over 14s, seated show New music in The Lantern sponsored by
james rock and pop mon 2 may doors 7pm, £48.38, £38.70 incl. bf u14s accompanied, stalls part-standing
three trapped tigers rock and pop mon 2 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £10.75 incl. bf over 14s, standing show
girl at the end of the world tour
Louder Than War calls James “simply the most thrilling and unpredictable live band in the country”, praising their commitment to mixing big hits with newer sounds. Then, of course, you have frontman Tim Booth who is “a performance all on his own” (Liverpool Echo). They perform following the release of Girl at the End of the World.
From screeching guitars to sci-fi synths, pummelling sub-bass and audacious drum patterns, the Tigers are a band hard to define. What is clear, though, is that their first record, Route One or Die, is really rather good – Clash calling it “one of the most striking debut albums of a generation”.
New music in The Lantern sponsored by
stephen johnson & english piano trio
Stephen Johnson introduces Moscow State's (p.19) all-Russian programme followed by English Piano Trio performing Rachmaninov's impassioned Trio elegiaque in D minor.
classical tue 3 may start 7.30pm, the lantern, £13* incl. bf
Free for 8 – 25 year olds with CAVATINA, contact box office for more information. *£9 incl. bf when bought with a ticket to Moscow State Symphony Orchestra, see p19.
chamber concert: rachmaninov
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yes rock and pop wed 4 may start 7.30pm, £41.93 incl. bf
vanessa carlton rock and pop wed 4 may the lantern, adv. £17.20 incl. bf standing show
bournemouth symphony orchestra classical thu 5 may start 7.30pm, £36, £30, £24, £18, saver £10, students £8.50, u18s £1 incl. bf
craig campbell comedy fri 6 may the lantern, start 8pm, £16.13 incl. bf over 16s, seated show
Following their North American tour with Toto, prog rock pioneers Yes will be back on home soil and heading to the Hall. Formed in 1968 by Jon Anderson and Chris Squire, the band has achieved worldwide success with singles like Leave It, Love Will Find a Way and, of course, Owner of a Lonely Heart. “Music like this, and players of this calibre, should not be missed,” says Technology Tell. There is no support for this show – Yes will perform two sets. “Carlton’s inclinations are a lot weirder than they used to be,” says Pitchfork of the singer-songwriter who is still perhaps best known for her hit, A Thousand Miles. “It’s still comprised of her honeysuckle voice and piano licks, but … [she] lets those components stand alone or accentuates them with mild indulgences.”
titans
Conductor Kirill Karabits leads the BSO and Violinist Guy Braunstein in Brahms’ colossus of a violin concerto, followed by Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 – a symphonic debut which is a thrilling wake up call to modernism and still packs a startlingly contemporary punch.
don't look down
The “hilarious, engaging and fantastically loud” (The Skinny) Canadian comedian returns to The Lantern for his second show in as many years. His “ability to blow your hair back with a bellow of hilarity is backed up by a wealth of worldly knowledge that alone is entertaining to behold,” says Fest Mag.
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tindersticks rock and pop sat 7 may start 8pm, £22 incl. bf
onra rock and pop sat 7 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £15 incl. bf
the waiting room cine-concert
For their latest album, The Waiting Room, “longrunning dark-and-stormy British rock project” (Stereogum) Tindersticks have commissioned filmmakers from around the world to create visual accompaniments to each song. The band will play this cine-concert with accompanying screenings following the world premiere at the ClermontFerrand International Short Film Festival.
Parisian producer Onra calls into The Lantern to present his live show following the release of his fifth album, Fundamentals. His set saw our foyer packed to the rafters at Simple Things Festival 2014, making this a very welcome return.
over 16s, standing show New music in The Lantern sponsored by
the last train track folk sun 8 may the lantern, doors 7pm, adv. £10.75 incl. bf seated show
featuring john metcalfe & daniel bachman
Our regular dreamy Sunday night series returns with producer/arranger John Metcalfe, who performs his “divinely beautiful” (Clash) solo album, The Appearance of Colour, live. He’s joined by “master guitarist” and “sophisticated composer” (AllMusic) Daniel Bachman. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
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producer uncovered education starts tue 10 may education suite, 7pm, £200 incl. bf over 18s
breakin’ convention dance tue 10 may start 7.30pm, £16.50, u18s £10.50 incl. bf, buy five or more tickets and receive 20% discount
producer uncovered education starts wed 11 may education suite, 7pm, £200 incl. bf over 18s
ableton live: intermediate
Get to grips with Ableton Live. At intermediate level you will build on your understanding of the software and explore the more complex and challenging tools it has to offer. This is a highly practical course lasting 10 weeks, for three hours per week, and is designed and delivered by professional producers. Course attendees receive €140 off Ableton Live software.
international festival of hip-hop theatre
Return of the hip-hop festival where breakers perform routines with “booty-shaking, hair-tossing and drop-kicking verve” (The Guardian). The festival will feature France’s Antoinette Gomis, Iron Skulls (Spain) and The Ruggeds (Netherlands), who display “formidable levels of brilliant energy and cool showbiz skills” (NY Times). Local acts, DJs and live graffiti will take over the foyer from 4.30pm. logic pro: intermediate
Learn the skills you need to fine-tune your tracks and get into new creative areas using Logic Pro, including sound synthesis, digital signal processing and sound design. This popular 10-week evening music production course for adults (three hours per week) will build on your fundamental understanding of the software and is delivered by professional producers.
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moscow state symphony orchestra classical wed 11 may start 7.30pm, £36, £30, £24, £18, saver £10, students £8.50, u18s £1 incl. bf
baloji world thu 12 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £14 incl. bf standing show
russian rhapsody
Rachmaninov and Prokofiev beam in the hands of their compatriots as the Moscow State Symphony with conductor Pavel Kogan and pianist John Lill take on Prokofiev’s Russian Overture and Rachmaninov’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and Symphony No. 2. Sponsored by
“He is an energetic, engaging and original artist, with a confused jumble of styles that reflect his own history,” says The Guardian of the Belgian-raised Congolese rapper. Supporting the release of 64 Bits & Malachite, Baloji’s live show combines live programming loops, electro synths and traditional rumba sounds. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
laura cantrell rock and pop fri 13 may the lantern, doors 7pm, £19.35 incl. bf seated show
“Populated with smartly crafted, passionately performed songs, No Way There from Here stands as Cantrell’s best work to date,” says Blurt Magazine of the country star’s 2014 album. The highly regarded singer-songwriter counted John Peel among her fans following the release of her debut LP, Not the Tremblin’ Kind. Her latest is “an affectionate blend of Americana, country and indie pop” (PopMatters).
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Launched in 2014, Bristol New Music sees key venues in the city working together to present outstanding contemporary and experimental music in Bristol. The first Bristol New Music Weekend in February 2014 saw scores of people roaming the city discovering electrifying new sounds, and this year sees the minifestival’s return for another full weekend of events from Thu 12 – Sun 15 May. The confirmed programme so far includes the following concerts; for latest line-up announcements please keep an eye on our website: www.colstonhall.org
arve henriksen thu 12 may st george’s bristol, 8pm £20, students £5 plus fees* places of worship
Commissioned by Opera North, this landmark sound and vision project features Norwegian trumpeter/ soundscape artist Arve Henriksen and his long-term musical collaborators Eivind Aarset (guitar) and Jan Bang (electronics) as they perform to a film by the video artist Anastasia Isachsen, mapped live onto the walls of St George’s Bristol. *£1 administration fee charged per transaction plus £1 card transaction fee and 70p postage where applicable. To purchase tickets please visit www. stegorgesbristol.co.uk, call the box office on 0845 40 24 001, or visit St George’s on Great George Street (off Park Street), Bristol, BS1 5RR.
immix ensemble & vessel sat 14 may the lantern, start 8pm £13.50 incl. bf seated show
The Liverpool-based Immix Ensemble, led by Australianborn composer and sax player Daniel Thorne, join forces with Bristolian producer Sebastian Gainsborough, aka Vessel, to present Transition, a live incarnation of their collaborative 2016 Erased Tapes release. The Ensemble’s acoustic chamber sounds are infused with subtle yet piercing electronics to create “a remarkable new piece of music” (Mary Anne Hobbs, BBC Radio 6 Music).
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kronos quartet classical fri 13 may start 7.30pm, £27, students £16 incl. bf
San Francisco’s Grammy Awardwinning Kronos Quartet begin their first national tour for many years when they return to Colston Hall with a trademark programme of exciting new music. The concert will include Terry Riley’s One Earth, One People, One Love, the world premiere of a new piece by Martin Green of Lau (commissioned by Kronos after they saw him at Lau-Land), works by Laurie Anderson and Komitas, and arrangements including The Who’s Baba O’Riley.
joint ticket deal! buy tickets for kronos quartet and max richter for £43 incl. bf
max richter ensemble classical sat 14 may start 7.30pm, £27, students £16 incl. bf
Classical training mixes with modern technology in the work of German-British composer Max Richter (below), who will perform From Sleep, his “warm, slow-moving daydream” (The Guardian) of an album. The material is drawn from his larger, eight-hour work, titled Sleep, which Richter describes as his “personal lullaby for a frenetic world." The first half also sees a performance of the composer's landmark album, The Blue Notebooks.
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brian wilson presents pet sounds rock and pop sun 15 may doors 7pm, sold out u14s accompanied
the fureys light entertainment mon 16 may the lantern, start 7.30pm, £20.96 incl. bf seated show
father john misty rock and pop tue 17 may doors 7pm, sold out over 14s, stalls part-standing
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of his “evolutionary compositional masterpiece” (Rolling Stone), Brian Wilson performs Pet Sounds in its entirety, alongside a selection of his other greatest hits. “Brian Wilson painstakingly crafted a sincere, desperately sad, love-torn piece of pop perfection,” says Consequence of Sound of The Beach Boys’ 1966 album. Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin perform as part of the band. Performing together for almost 40 years, Irish music legends The Fureys are still best known for their worldwide hit When You Were Sweet Sixteen and Irish number one The Green Fields of France. Most recently, the band released The Times They Are a Changing, a collection of songs by some of their favourite artists, including I Don’t Want to Talk About It, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and, of course, Bob Dylan’s 1964 protest song. I Love You, Honeybear, the second album for former Fleet Foxes drummer Josh Tillman, was met with widespread critical acclaim. The Guardian awarded it five stars and Consequence of Sound praised its “45 beautiful but tortured minutes”. “Glastonbury and folk rock go together like bees and honey and there’s no finer practitioner of the genre around today than Father John Misty,” said the BBC following his performance at the celebrated festival.
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teddy thompson folk tue 17 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £21.50 incl. bf seated show
travis rock and pop wed 18 may doors 7pm, £26.88 incl. bf u14s accompanied, stalls part-standing
cory henry jazz wed 18 may the lantern, start 8pm, adv. £15.05 incl. bf standing show
bristol ensemble
with kelly jones & sunny ozell
Rolling Stone called Teddy Thompson and Kelly Jones’ collaborative album, Little Windows, “mesmerising” with its “long-lost sonic [nuggets] from the ’50s or ’60s”. Hear songs that “explore the joy and sorrows of love and the vagaries of the human heart” (The Daily Country). New music in The Lantern sponsored by
“Everything At Once is the sound of a band liberated and loving what they do,” says Travis of their new studio album. It follows an incredible run of seven consecutive top 20 albums (six of those top 10) and a smattering of top 10 hits, including Turn, Coming Around, Sing and Closer. “Writing to Reach You and Sing are melodic wonders and no one can say Fran Healy doesn’t know how to write a good tune. He’s simply brimming with them,” says Louder Than War.
the revival project
Snarky Puppy’s keyboardist Cory Henry presents his latest release and touring project, which showcases his deep musical roots in gospel, jazz and soul. During his set, Henry will work with his instrument of choice – the Hammond B-3 organ – playing everything from old gospels to Stevie Wonder while showing off his improvisation skills.
mozart 260 celebration
Bristol Ensemble under conductor David Ogden is joined by the extraordinarily talented violinist classical Gilles Apap and two of Bristol’s leading choirs – thu 19 may City of Bristol Choir and Exultate Singers – for this start 7.30pm, £26.88, celebration of the music of Mozart. The programme £21.50, £16.13, £10.75, includes Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Violin u26s £8.60, u18s £1.08 Concerto No. 3 in G and Requiem. incl. bf
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the best in uk stand up comedy fri 20 may the lantern, doors 8pm, £12.90 incl. bf seated show
jack pack light entertainment sat 21 may doors 7pm, VIP £106.43, £48.38, £34.94, £24.19 incl. bf
black lips rock and pop sun 22 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £16.13 incl. bf over 16s, standing show
carey marx and zoe lyons
“Anecdotally debauched” (The Herald) comedian Carey Marx delivers punchlines at a blistering rate, concerning anything from Snoop Dogg to his beloved cat. He’s “hilariously demented”, says Edinburgh Evening News. Zoe Lyons also takes to the stage for “a fireproof parade of quick-fire observational gags” (Chortle). The Scotsman calls her “a razor-sharp talent”. plus special guests
Britain’s Got Talent alumni present their self-titled debut, which is packed with all the Rat Packinspired, big band classics you’d expect from the Syco-signed quartet. Alongside their “flawless cover” (Metro) of The Doors’ Light My Fire, hear the boys reworkings of I Put a Spell on You, Mack the Knife, My Way and Stay with Me Baby.
“Black Lips defined themselves early on with riveting music that breathed new life into garage rock” (Pitchfork). The band were notorious for their on-stage antics (vomiting and nudity, mainly), and while The Guardian assures us “they’ve polished up their live act … there is still the sense that the wheels could come off this gig at any time”. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
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frances rock and pop mon 23 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, £9.68 incl. bf over 14s, standing show
gary delaney comedy tue 24 may the lantern, start 7.30pm, £16.13 incl. bf over 16s, seated show
adam ant rock and pop wed 25 may start 7.30pm, sold out
“She pens direct, straight-to-the-gut, piano-led pop songs. She doesn’t bother with unnecessary frills and she never attaches any pointless strings,” says DIY of Frances following the release of her debut EP, Grow. While still relatively new, “there’s a confidence at work here which is, at times, devastating,” says Clash.
“I laughed and I laughed and I laughed,” says The Times of the double Sony Awardwinner. He’s known for his expertly crafted oneliners and boasts “more quality jokes in one hour than many comics have in their entire careers” (The Scotsman). Delaney has written for 8 Out of 10 Cats, Live at The Apollo and the Royal Variety Performance and appears on Mock the Week.
kings of the wild frontier
Adam Ant turns his attention to his Burundi beatinfused “breakthrough classic” (Louder Than War), Kings of the Wild Frontier, promising a repackaged reissue and series of thunderous live shows. “There is simply nothing else like it,” says All Music of the album. “Nothing else has the same bravado, the same swagger, the same gleeful self-aggrandizement and sense of camp.”
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owiny sigoma band world thu 26 may the lantern, doors 7.30pm, adv. £12.90 incl. bf over 14s, standing show
an evening with gordon lightfoot rock and pop sun 29 may 8pm, £51.06, £45.69 incl. bf
dar williams folk sun 29 may the lantern, start 8pm, adv. £12.90 incl. bf seated show
greg foot comedy tue 31 may the lantern, start 7pm, £17.20, students/u16s £13.98, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £43 incl. bf over 9s, seated show
“An exuberant travelogue dominated by African percussion and keyboard riffs,” says The Guardian of Owiny Sigoma Band’s album, Nyanza. The musicians travelled to Kenya to explore Luo music and, in doing so, “[reached] some of that phenomenal potential that simmered just out of reach across their two debuts” (The Quietus). New music in The Lantern sponsored by
Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Neil Young and Bob Dylan are just some of the artists who have recorded songs by this “septuagenarian Canadian icon” (Winnipeg Free Press) and “folk-rock legend” (Dallas Morning News). Lightfoot was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2012 for penning timeless songs like Early Morning Rain, If You Could Read My Mind, The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald and Sundown. “Few modern folk artists have enjoyed as prolific a career as Dar Williams, who has been consistently turning out some of America’s best songwriting since the ’90s” (Yahoo! Music). For her ninth studio album, Emerald, Dar collaborated with a multitude of musicians (The Milk Carton Kids, Richard Thompson, Jim Lauderdale) to produce “a work of real depth” (The Telegraph).
caution: safety goggles required!
Very loud bangs and huge flames guaranteed as Blue Peter’s science guy answers your most pressing questions, like why your fingers go wrinkly in the bath and why baked beans make you fart. Greg Foot has been frozen, shot and buried alive, unleashed flamethrowers on stage and turned 600 potatoes into a battery, all in the name of science. Tweet your questions to @gregfoot, and don’t forget your safety goggles!
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june
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bonnie raitt rock and pop thu 2 jun start 7.30pm, £41.39, £36.01 incl. bf
the alternative comedy trio comedy thu 2 jun the lantern, start 8pm, £18.81 incl. bf over 16s, seated show
fast forward festival 2016 classical fri 3 june
dig in deep tour
“Bonnie Raitt is such a class act it’s easy to forget she’s kind of a badass,” says Rolling Stone of the “Harvard African Studies major-turned-worldclass-blueswoman, slide-guitar master, platinum pop star and singer-songwriter”. 2012’s Slipstream was her first new album in seven years and gleaned glowing reviews, Paste Magazine praising its “nuanced take on loss and grace”. with kevin eldon, josie long & simon munnery
Kevin Eldon is “a doyen of UK comedy” (The Guardian) and star of BBC Two show It’s Kevin. Josie Long is a Guardian columnist who “builds delightful comedy worlds” (The Times). Awardwinning stand-up Simon Munnery is “one of the finest, most original comedians in the country” (The Guardian).
The pioneering event that puts accessible music making centre stage returns for its second year. The festival will include special performances by Charles Hazlewood’s British Paraorchestra, the UK’s first disabled-led orchestra, the South West Open Youth Orchestra and will host the OneHanded Musical Instrument Trust awards. For a full line-up of events and more information, please check our website nearer the time.
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colston hall record and cd fair community sat 4 jun 10am – 4pm, free
beverley knight rock and pop mon 6 jun doors 7pm, VIP £91.38, £37.63, £29.56, £20.96 incl. bf u14s accompanied
ben watt feat. bernard butler rock and pop mon 6 jun the lantern, start 7.30pm, £16.13 incl. bf
The biggest record fair in the South West returns with over 70 dealers plying their wares over three floors. Find rare and vintage LPs, 12” and 7” vinyl alongside CDs from most genres. Decks are available to check out tunes before you buy and Colston St Bar & Kitchen will be open for a break from browsing. Feel free to bring tunes to trade or sell – most dealers are happy to strike a bargain!
“Soul legend” (The Mirror) Beverley Knight has spent the last few years treading the boards, taking the lead in The Bodyguard, as Felicia in Memphis and Grizabella in Cats. But “Wolverhampton’s finest” (The Independent) is back with a new album and new tour.
Sponsored by
For his second solo album, Hendra (released some 30 years after its predecessor), Everything But the Girl’s Ben Watt worked with ex-Suede guitarist Bernard Butler and producer Ewan Pearson to create a 10-track album that “oozes class” (The Telegraph). Tonight, Watt performs his “beautiful, bittersweet solo LP” (The Line of Best Fit) alongside Butler in our intimate Lantern space.
seated show
martha tilston folk tue 7 jun the lantern, start 8pm, adv. £13.44 incl. bf seated show
“Martha Tilston has carved her niche in the English folk scene with sharp, original songs that dissect the modern world” (The Guardian). For 2014’s The Sea, she drew inspiration from nautical ballads and sea shanties to create a “beautifully crafted album” (Folk Radio). “She has the power to draw an audience into her world, leaving all those present with a smile, and a few issues to ponder too,” says Time Out.
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royal philharmonic orchestra classical sat 11 jun start 7.30pm, £42, £36, £30, £24, saver £10, stu. £8.50, u18s £1 incl. bf
julian argüelles tetra jazz sun 12 jun the lantern, doors 7.30pm, £12.90 incl. bf seated show
sara pascoe comedy tue 14 jan the lantern, start 7.30pm, £12.90 incl. bf over 15s, seated show
martin simpson, andy cutting & nancy kerr folk wed 15 jun the lantern, start 8pm, adv. £18.50 incl. bf seated show
the planets – an hd odyssey
Robert Ziegler, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and NASA’s breathtaking video converge to mark 100 years since Holst completed The Planets. Hear his extra-terrestrial score as Duncan Copp’s stunning HD film is shown on the big screen. Also in the programme are blockbuster pieces including John Williams' Main Title theme from Star Wars.
From his beginnings with the legendary Loose Tubes to his solo projects, composer/ saxophonist/bandleader Julian Argüelles has always spoken with a unique voice. His music has been described as “supremely lyrical, with beautiful melodies whilst staying cliché free” (Irish Times).
New music in The Lantern sponsored by
animal
Completely true stories about Tony Blair, Oedipus Rex and the wildlife of Lewisham alongside taller tales about Jason Donovan, Henry the Hoover and that time God took over the tannoy in Sainsbury’s. Expect “a lively and super-entertaining tour of the inside of her inquiring mind” (The Guardian) from the “always clever and sometimes exquisite” (Independent) panel show regular. “Three of Britain’s finest musicians and interpreters of songs and tunes” (The Telegraph) revisit The Lantern following the release of Murmurs last year. It is, says Folk Radio, “a topnotch album” and shows why The Guardian has named Martin Simpson, Andy Cutting and Nancy Kerr the “leading lights of British folk”. New music in The Lantern sponsored by
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sarah millican comedy sat 18 – mon 20 jun 8pm, £26.88 incl. bf over 16s
outsider
“Britain’s favourite funny woman” (The Guardian) gives us more of that “natural, barbed wit, sympathy-arousing self-deprecation and penchant for smut” (The Telegraph) that has taken her from South Shields divorcee to household name in just over a decade. Sponsored by
mbongwana star world tue 21 jun the lantern, doors 7.30pm, £16.13 incl. bf
The Congolese seven-piece hit The Lantern after the release of their widely praised 2015 debut album, From Kinshasa. Their fusion of traditional Congolese rhythms with a big fistful of European post-punk bass is “Afrobeat with a solid steel casing” (Fact Magazine).
standing show New music in The Lantern sponsored by
bristol ensemble classical thu 23 jun start 7.30pm, £26.88, £21.50, £16.13, £10.75, u26s £8.60, u18s £1.08 incl. bf
ode to joy classical sun 26 jun start 7.30pm, £21.50, conc. £10.75 incl. bf
the virtuoso piano
Expect a gripping, intense, energetic, passionate rollercoaster ride from the Russian virtuoso Andrei Gavrilov as he performs and directs three demanding concertos in one evening: Rachmaninov’s Second, Prokofiev’s First and Ravel’s Concerto for Left Hand.
in aid of save the children's syria crisis appeal
A spectacular evening of music in aid of Save the Children’s Syria Crisis Appeal featuring renowned violinist Tasmin Little, who brings her virtuosity to Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. After, Bristol Metropolitan Orchestra joins forces with the City of Bristol Choir and Bristol Choral Society, and a stellar cast of world-class soloists to perform Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 (Choral Symphony).
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july
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ernest ranglin & friends rock & pop fri 1 jul start 7.30pm, £25.50 incl. bf
gurt summer concert community sat 2 jul start 7.30pm, £10.75, u18s £2.15 incl. bf
seal rock and pop mon 4 jul VIP £134.38, £59.13, £48.38, £34.94 incl. bf u14s accompanied
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farewell tour
A genius with the guitar, Ernest Ranglin has spent a long career crafting ska, reggae and jazz as we know them. Now, after nearly 60 years, it’s time to say farewell to the stage and his fans. Ernest will be joined for this goodbye concert by an all-star lineup including Tony Allen on drums, Soweto Kinch on sax, Cheikh Lo on vocals and percussion, Alex Wilson on piano and Ira Coleman on bass. Bristol MAN Chorus and special guests join the Gurt Lush Choir as they present their summer spectacular. The night will mark the first major formal concert of the Bristol MAN Chorus, who promise to belt out “mighty male voice classics from the valleys” alongside an “insane Georgian/ Bulgarian repertoire”.
“The anger, the acceptance, bliss, sadness, elation and recklessness. These are some of the dynamics of love explored by Seal in his new album” (Independent). Released late last year, 7 sees the singer reunite with producer Trevor Horn, with whom he worked on tracks like Kiss from a Rose, Killer and Crazy. “Seal’s rich, luxurious voice remains a reliable thing of wonder,” says the Evening Standard.
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joe bonamassa rock and pop tue 5 jul start 8pm, £96.75, £80.63, £64.50 incl. bf u14s accompanied
jim jefferies comedy tue 12 jul doors 7.30pm, £26.88 incl. bf over 18s
americana festival rock and pop fri 15 – sun 17 jul
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“Mind-blowing guitar virtuosity” (Wales Online) from the bluesman who opened for BB King when he was 12 years old. “Traditional blues themes and motivations run right through Bonamassa’s veins, yet the New Yorker is equally influenced by some of the great British rock guitarists of the ’60s and ’70s,” says the Liverpool Echo. Joe Bonamassa will perform songs from his albums, including 2014’s Different Shades of Blue. freedumb tour
“What’s too much? Nothing, apparently,” says The Telegraph of the “fiercely offensive” (Chortle) Australian comedian, so be prepared. For the less easily offended, expect “two hours of smart, sidesplitting commentary” (Live in Limbo) as Jim Jefferies gets stuck into gun control, immunisation and more. He is, says HBO, “one of the funniest comedians on the planet”.
Venture once again into America’s heartland as the Americana Festival returns for its second year. An irresistible line-up of roots and country music will be showcased across Colston Hall, The Lantern and St George’s Bristol. From blues to gospel, country to bluegrass, a range of acts will join together for a weekend of barnstorming live music. For the latest announcements keep an eye on our website or sign up to our e-newsletter at colstonhall.org
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bournemouth symphony orchestra classical sat 23 jul start 7.30pm, £34, student/u18s £17, JSA £17 incl. bf. group rates available
riff raff’s grand night out community sun 24 jul doors 6.30pm, £13.98, conc. £9.68 incl. bf
classical extravaganza
Back by popular demand, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra returns with its spectacular Classical Extravaganza. The concert will feature another host of the most popular and recognisable pieces of classical music, as well as fantastic lasers, lights and indoor fireworks. If you’re looking for a different evening out, come and experience classical music in a way you never have before. Amateur a cappella choir Riff Raff perform original arrangements of well-known pop and rock songs in aid of Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal (£2 from each ticket sale goes to the charity). The evening will include performances by the Reduced Riff Raff quintet and the 200-strong full choir.
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community stages gala 2016 sun 17 apr, start 5pm, £11.83, conc. £8.06 incl. bf
top job gets your vote. For more information on attending, please visit our website nearer the time.
Over one weekend at the beginning of March, more than 2,000 children and young people aged five to 19 from across the city took part in the twoday Stages Dance Festival, the annual Bristol Youth celebration of dance. The Stages Gala is a celebration of the very best from that weekend. Join us and see why the quality and variety of dance is second to none in the country.
averys wine merchants' summer of wine 2016 sat 4 jun session 1: 12 – 3pm, session 2: 4.30 – 7.30pm, £25 incl. bf
bbc ten pieces II: bbc concert orchestra schools’ concerts wed 20 apr: 5.45pm – 7pm, thu 21 apr: 10.45am – 12pm, free
BBC Ten Pieces II is the second year of the initiative for schools, which aims to inspire young people to get creative with classical music by using a selection of 10 pieces of music as a springboard for creativity. Tickets to these concerts are available to schools on a first come first served basis. For more info, visit www. bristolplaysmusic.org bristol mayoral hustings thu 28 apr the lantern, 7pm, free
With less than 100 days before Bristol votes for a mayor, Bristol24/7 will be hosting a hustings with all of the mayoral candidates. This will be your chance to make up your mind which of the candidates vying for the city’s
With over 100 wines from around the world, Averys Wine Merchants' Summer of Wine 2016 gives winelovers the chance to taste a selection of new finds, new vintages and customer favourites. The event, now in its second year, will feature many of our favourite producers and suppliers from around the world, alongside food stalls from the Arch House Deli, winners of Deli of the Year at the Global Cheese Awards. Tickets include a glass of Champagne on arrival, unlimited sampling and a tasting booklet.
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south west dance theatre: lady macbeth sun 3 jul free
Success, but at what price? When positive aspirations give way to cutthroat ambition, the road to the top becomes a highway to hell, and each step more sinister than the last. South West Dance Theatre harness a triad of eloquent dance, dextrous prose and animated signing as they spin a tale of avarice, vice and murderous malcontent. Part of the Bristol Shakespeare Festival.
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learning Get the most out of your passion for music with MixRadio Remix Academy. If you're a young musician aged 13 – 17, explore your inspirations, develop skills and create music, which you can then record and perform with the help of our professional mentors. Whether you are into singing or MCing, drums, piano or guitar, music production or DJing, get the support you need at the MixRadio Remix Academy.
vocal collective
Explore different genres and techniques, be inspired, create completely new sounds and share your experiences in a performance in the Colston Hall Foyer.
Already play an instrument? The Instrumental Collective will develop your existing skills but also allow you to explore new and innovative ways to make music through collaborating with others.
Love singing, MCing or beatboxing? The Vocal Collective focuses on all things vocal - this is the place to learn about how to use your voice as an instrument. digital collective
Is electronic music your thing? If so the Digital Collective is for you. Here you can immerse yourself in creative technology and discover new ways of both making music and performing it. instrumental collective
For more information, visit www.colstonhall.org/learning
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weddings a wedding as unique as you are
Whether it’s a grand event or an intimate affair, we offer a striking space with bags of potential and great facilities for all your guests to enjoy. From lighting and catering to theme and style, we’ll help you plan everything down to the finest detail so your event is everything you hope it will be. Our long history of hosting entertainment means we can accommodate the different and the beautiful – the only limitation is your imagination. Whether you dream of aerial displays, roving magicians, a film screening or a rock ’n’ roll reception, our staff will work with you at every step to deliver your vision. We offer a range of spaces for you to choose from in both the old and new parts of the building. The best way
With Colston Hall, you will get: •A distinctive venue where stunning modern design meets heritage architecture •A n unbeatable central location right in the heart of Bristol •A blank canvas for you to make your own •H ighly experienced and flexible staff, dedicated to creating your dream day from scratch •A different experience for art lovers, music fans or those just looking for something out of the ordinary
to start imagining your wedding at Colston Hall is to come and see for yourself. For a private tour or more information, please contact Naomi Easy on 0117 204 7104.
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become a patron “It is always clear from the audience reaction that this building means a lot to the people of Bristol” Charles Hazlewood conductor We are hugely grateful to our patrons for their support of Bristol Music Trust: Gold Patrons Nisbet Charitable Trust HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bristol Silver Patrons Richard and Joanna Bacon S and Y Chapman Beth and Steve Evans Sonia Mills and Peter Rilett At the heart of the region’s music making since 1867, Colston Hall has built a resounding reputation for excellence and entertainment. Alongside our artistic programme is our community work and the work of our education hub, Bristol Plays Music. We’re helping 15,000 people each year transform their lives and nurturing new talent. Bristol Music Trust (registered charity no. 1140898) relies on the support and generosity of individuals to continue its programme of education and entertainment. The support of our Patrons will play a key role in building our future as a world-class venue.
Bronze Patrons Helen Barnfield Rob and Geraldine Davis Mavis and Eric Evans Michael de Grey Tim and Kamala Grice Mary Henderson Dr Rosalind Kennedy Pascale and Henry Kenyon Steve Pain Nicole Sherwood James Wetz Elizabeth & Paul Whitehouse If you would like to become a Patron, please contact Rosa Corbishley, Head of Development, Bristol Music Trust, on patrons@colstonhall.org or 0117 204 7176
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JUMP the QUEUE. Become a member of Colston Hall and help us to continue to bring the best music, comedy and performing arts to Bristol.
Membership starts at £30 a year with benefits including priority booking, invitations to exclusive members’ events, this free Pocket Planner posted direct to your door, e-updates letting you know when your favourite artists are performing, 10% off drinks and snacks at the bars and 10% off food and drink at Colston St. Bar & Kitchen and Beerd. Find out more at www.colstonhall.org or ring the box office on 0844 887 1500
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apr
may
fri 1
maddy prior p05
sun 1
julia biel p15
sat 2
colston hall record & cd fair p05
sat 2
freedom project p05
mon 2
james: girl at the end of the world tour p15
tue 5
luke jackson, greg russell & ciaran algar p05
mon 2
three trapped tigers p15
wed 6
gregory porter p06
tue 3
stephen johnson & english piano trio p15
fri 8
ycat lunchtime concert p06
wed 4
yes p16
sat 9
national children’s orchestras of great britain
thu 5
bournemouth symphony orchestra: titans p16
sun 10
pig records launch p06
sun 10
the necks & james mcvinnie p07
fri 6
craig campbell: don’t look down p16
sat 7
tindersticks: the waiting room cine-concert
sat 7
onra p17
sun 8
the last train track: featuring john metcalfe & daniel bachman p17
p06
mon 11 newton faulkner p08 tue 12
michael bolton p08
wed 13 bellowhead: that’s all folks p08 wed 13 damien jurado p09 wed 13 jobs fair
p17
thu 14
treacherous orchestra p09
starts tue 10
producer uncovered: ableton live (intermediate) p18
fri 15
charles bradley & his extraordinaires p09
tue 10
breakin’ convention: international festival of hip-hop theatre p18
fri 15
the best in uk stand up: stephen grant & michael fabbri p10
starts producer uncovered: wed 11 logic pro (intermediate)
sat 16 bellowhead: that’s all folks p08
p18
sat 16
nerina pallot p10
wed 11 moscow state symphony orchestra: russian rhapsody p19
sun 17
stages gala 2016 p36
thu 12
baloji p19
mon 18 giant sand & jason lytle p10
fri 13
laura cantrell p19
tue 19
fri 13
kronos quartet p21
wed 20 bbc ten pieces II: bbc concert orchestra schools’ concert p36
sat 14
immix ensemble & vessel p20
sat 14
max richter ensemble p21
thu 21
bbc ten pieces II: bbc concert orchestra schools’ concert p36
sun 15
brian wilson presents pet sounds p22
fri 22
criolo p11
mon 16 the fureys p22
sat 23
explosions in the sky p11
tue 17
father john misty p22
sat 23
max & ivan: the end p12
sun 24
bristol ensemble: a night at the musicals p12
tue 17
teddy thompson with kelly jones & sunny ozell p23
sun 24
nikki lane p12
wed 18 cory henry: the revival project p23
tue 26
martin speake & bobo stenson: change of heart p13
thu 19
bristol ensemble: mozart 260 celebration p23
thu 28
sean lock: keep it light p13
thu 28
bristol mayoral hustings
fri 20
the best in uk stand up: carey marx & zoe lyons p24
fri 29
sean lock: keep it light p13
sat 21
jack pack p24
sat 30
chris cornell p13
sun 22
black lips p24
ought p11
p36
wed 18 travis p23
mon 23 frances p25 tue 24
gary delaney p25
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wed 25 adam ant: kings of the wild frontier thu 26
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owiny sigoma band p26
sun 29 an evening with gordon lightfoot p26 sun 29
dar williams p26
tue 31
greg foot: caution: safety goggles required!
p26
jun
jul fri 1
ernest ranglin farewell tour p33
sat 2
gurt summer concert p33
sun 3
south west dance theatre: lady macbeth p36
mon 4
seal p33
tue 5
joe bonamassa p34
wed 6
waycroft schools trust concert
tue 12
jim jefferies: freedumb tour p34
thu 2
bonnie raitt: dig in deep tour p28
fri 15
americana festival p34
thu 2
the alternative comedy trio p28
sat 16
americana festival p34
fri 3
fast forward festival 2016 p28
sun 17
americana festival p34
sat 4
colston hall record & cd fair p29
sat 4
averys wine merchants’ summer of wine 2016 p36
sat 23 bournemouth symphony orchestra: classical extravaganza p35
mon 6
beverley knight p29
mon 6
ben watt feat. bernard butler p29
tue 7
martha tilston p29
sat 11
royal philharmonic orchestra: the planets – an hd odyssey p30
key
sun 12
julian argüelles tetra p30
n jazz, folk & world
tue 14
sara pascoe: animal p30
n light entertainment
wed 15 martin simpson, andy cutting & nancy kerr
p30
sat 18
sarah millican: outsider p31
sun 19
sarah millican: outsider p31
mon 20 sarah millican: outsider p31 tue 21
mbongwana star p31
thu 23 bristol ensemble: the virtuoso piano p31 fri 24 south gloucester schools music concert sun 26
ode to joy: in aid of save the children’s syria crisis appeal p31
tue 28 bristol schools music society concert wed 29 bristol schools music society concert thu 30 bristol schools music society concert
sun 24
riff raff’s grand night out p35
n rock and pop n dance n comedy n education n community n classical
don’t forget! free foyer performances take place every friday and saturday evening – see the website for more info
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