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Welcome to our new season of Leap into Live Music! events, offering a fantastic range of performances for our members.

As a Leap member you get access to free and discounted performances at Liverpool Philharmonic.

We want to be able to offer you as many opportunities to experience live music as possible and so there will be a price of £10 per adult and £5 for under 16s for all members for certain performances - more details in the brochure.

This is still a fantastic discounted rate of up to 75% and allows us to contribute towards the cost of tickets so that as many people as possible can attend.

If you’re not sure if a concert or performance will be suitable for you or your family please get in touch, our team will be happy to advise.

We hope you like our latest brochure and the events we have on offer – if you think we have missed anything or have any comments please do let us know, we’d love to know what you think.

We look forward to seeing you at an event soon!

Liz at Leap into Live Music!

All tickets must be booked at least one week before the performance by sending an email to leap@liverpoolphil.com, or by calling Box Office on 0151 709 3789.

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How the scheme works…

Leap into Live Music! is generously funded by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation to enable Liverpool Philharmonic to provide free and discounted tickets for people to experience live music events.

We offer a range of performances across Liverpool Philharmonic’s varied programme from orchestral performances to Rock ‘n’ Pop concerts.

What to do if you can’t make an event…

If you can’t make an event, we ask that you let us know as soon as you can. This will enable us to offer the tickets to other Leap members and make sure that the seats don’t go to waste. If you have a family emergency or something crops up don’t worry, but we’d appreciate that you let us know once things have settled down.

We have a three strikes rule for members who consistently book, fail to attend and don’t let us know.

This enables us to prioritise members who really want tickets.

To cancel Email leap@liverpoolphil.com Call Box Office on 0151 709 3789 Text 07834 790 760 (make sure you give your name) Please note that normal Box Office telephone opening hours are: Monday to Saturday 9.30am – 6pm performance days 9.30am – 5.30pm non-performance days Sunday 12noon – 6pm performance days 12noon – 5pm non-performance days

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Opening Night Thursday 20 September 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Nielsen Overture, Maskarade Piano Concerto Leeds International Piano Competition winner Brahms Symphony No.1 Vasily Petrenko conductor Leeds International Piano Competition winner It’s the start of a new season, and that means celebration!

Vasily Petrenko and Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra pop open the musical equivalent of a bottle of bubbly – Nielsen’s sparkling Maskarade overture. Join us in welcoming the pianist everybody’s talking about. True, we don’t know who they are yet but the winner of the Leeds International Piano Competition will be proclaimed just five days before this concert!

The triumphant finish of Brahms’s First Symphony will get Petrenko’s Brahms cycle – and the season – off to a truly stirring start.

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Family Concert

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Sunday 30 September 2.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Alasdair Malloy presenter Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Percussion Group This concert features percussionist and director, Alasdair Malloy and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s dynamic percussion section as they drum up a storm in a pulsing percussive party which rocks and rolls its way along in a riot of rhythm. The programme includes fun family favourites such as ‘Uptown Funk’, ‘When I’m 64’ and ‘Remember Me’ from Coco.

Bring along a small percussion instrument to join in the fun!

Liverpool Philharmonic Family Concerts are a great way for children and adults to come together to experience a full symphony orchestra performing music live. Concerts last about one hour.

Fidgeting is allowed, and the whole family is welcome, so come along and give it a try!

Children are invited to have a go on a variety of instruments from 30 minutes prior to each concert at our Instrument Petting Zoo.

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September – December 2018

Elles Bailey Friday 5 October 8pm Music Room Elles Bailey has a talent for crafting and seamlessly weaving rootsy blues, country, and soulful rock, with a contemporary edge. Fate has blessed her with a ‘smoky vocal’ style that perfectly fits her music.

Her debut album Wildfire debuted at no.2 in the iTunes Blues Charts. Produced by Brad Nowell Wildfire assembled a host of Nashville’s finest, including Grammy Award winning guitarist Brent Mason and three-time ‘Musician Hall Of Famer’ Bobby Wood.

Reviewers have been wowed by Elles and her debut album, with Maverick Magazine describing Elles’ songs as ‘fresh and original’, and Blues In Britain reminding us that ‘it’s a fact that very few make it to the big stage but Elles Bailey has the necessary talent, the drive, and now the product.’

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Romeo and Juliet Friday 26 October 1.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Shchedrin Concerto for Orchestra No.1 (Naughty Limericks) Khachaturian Violin Concerto Prokofiev Excerpts from Romeo and Juliet Vasily Petrenko conductor Nemanja Radulović violin From Russia with love: combine Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet with two of Russia’s most passionate composers, and the results just sweep you off your feet. Prokofiev’s ballet retells the story of Shakespeare’s ‘starcrossed’ lovers in the bold melodies and punchy rhythms of Soviet Russia. Vasily Petrenko simply adores them both, and Nemanja Radulović, returning to Liverpool after his stunning debut in 2016, feels the same way about Khachaturian’s sultry, sweeping Violin Concerto – a spectacular showcase for a violinist with charisma to spare!

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Psycho: Film with Live Orchestra (cert 15) Wednesday 31 October 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Anthony Gabriele conductor The sinister motel, that strange young man, the sheer terror that lurks behind the shower curtain… the stabbing violins of Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho have become the soundtrack to all our nightmares. So this Halloween, what better way to give yourself the fright of your life than with this big-screen showing in Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, with Bernard Herrmann’s chilling music performed live by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra?

You loved it in 2016: so by popular demand, here’s one more chance to check into the Bates Motel – if you dare…

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The Eskies Hailing from Dublin, The Eskies bring their unique brand of folk noir/gypsy jazz/sea shanty and swaggering stage spectacle to ballrooms and booze houses far and wide. The release of their second album And Don’t Spare The Horses has cemented their position as one of the best emerging artists from Ireland.

Last year saw them play over 40 festivals in five countries, as well as being invited to the influential new music festival Eurosonic Festival. Other notable festival performances included Glastonbury, Main Stage Cambridge and Bestival.

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Sunday 11 November 8pm Music Room

Dementia-Friendly Concert Saturday 17 November 1pm Music Room Mozart Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Ellington It Don’t Mean a Thing Manchini Moonriver Join the Ensemble of St Luke’s and a special presenter for a musical trip around Liverpool.

The programme will include some classical favourites and songs to join in with, as we go for a journey around some of Liverpool‘s greatest landmarks. Our dementia-friendly chamber performances offer an enjoyable and relaxed environment for people living with dementia, their friends, family and carers to enjoy a performance given by musicians from the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.

Seating is unreserved and doors open at 12pm. The concerts last approximately an hour and all tickets include a cup of tea or coffee on arrival.

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Monday 19 November 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Following its hugely successful tour in 2017, Live on Mars returns to continue its amazing journey celebrating the music, artistry, style and showmanship of iconic pop hero David Bowie.

Influenced by Bowie’s legendary concert performances, Live on Mars fuses sound and vision to portray the essence of Bowie, his alter egos and creative muses, with a stunning light show and state of the art visuals and animation.

Featuring the electrifying vocals and uncanny likeness of singer and lifelong Bowie fan Alex Thomas, with a hand-picked world-class band, and covering the Bowie back-catalogue from ‘Space Oddity’ to ‘Let’s Dance’ and everything in between, Live on Mars is the definitive show that all generations of Bowie fans have been waiting for.

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September – December 2018

Close Up Concert

Sheku Kanneh-Mason cello, Isata Kanneh-Mason piano Friday 30 November 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

Boccherini Cello Sonata No.6 in A major Poulenc Cello Sonata Debussy Cello Sonata Brahms Cello Sonata No.2 Award-winning siblings Sheku and Isata Kanneh-Mason have performed all over the world, and tonight you can see them perform at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Continuing the theme from the Orchestra’s 2018-2019 season, they will be playing Brahms, alongside other classic pieces for the cello.

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September – December 2018

Family Concert

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Saturday 8 December 2.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

Wednesday 12 December 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

Alexandra Dariescu piano and producer Désirée Ballantyne ballerina

Roderick Dunk conductor Gary Williams singer With special guest singer, George Gallagher

The Nutcracker and I, Let it Snow with Gary

by Alexandra Dariescu Williams

Nick Hillel director Adam Smith art director and director of animation Jenna Lee choreographer Sander Loonen technical producer Yeast Culture video design producers A Christmas party, an unexpected gift and a kingdom full of sweets… everyone knows the story of The Nutcracker. Trust us, though – you’ve never seen it like this. Pianist Alexandra Dariescu, a single ballerina, and Tchaikovsky’s wonderful music come together with astonishing, state-ofthe-art animation and digital effects to retell this seasonal classic like it’s never been told before, creating a fantastical world so real that you might even start to believe in sugar plum fairies!

Liverpool Philharmonic Family Concerts are a great way for children and adults to come together to experience a full symphony orchestra performing music live. Concerts last about one hour. Fidgeting is allowed, and the whole family is welcome, so come along and give it a try!

Christmas classics, including: Most Wonderful Time of the Year Let it Snow!

White Christmas Do You Hear What I Hear ...and many more!

Dreaming of a White Christmas? Well, tonight your Yuletide dreams come true, as the legendary Gary Williams hosts the most tuneful Christmas party Liverpool’s ever seen. And you’re invited! So join Gary for a whole evening of swinging seasonal standards: the songs made famous by Bing Crosby, Johnny Mathis, Andy Williams and Frank Sinatra, from ‘Let it Snow!’ to ‘When a Child is Born’, all wrapped up with a bow and delivered with style by the full Orchestra. With treats from The Nutcracker and Polar Express – there’s a reason why they call this the most wonderful time of the year! £10 adults, £5 under 16s for all members

Children are invited to have a go on a variety of instruments from 30 minutes prior to each concert at our Instrument Petting Zoo. £10 adults, £5 under 16s for all members

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Family Concert

The Snowman and Sing-along with Santa Saturday 15 December 2.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Alasdair Malloy presenter Michael Seal conductor Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Liverpool Philharmonic Children’s Choirs We’re walking in the air… it isn’t Christmas until a little boy has built a new friend in a snowy garden, the Northern Lights are flickering in the sky, and The Snowman has whisked us off into the frosty night.

If you didn’t think the classic film could get any more enchanting, you’re in for a wonderful surprise – because this seasonal screening is accompanied live by the Orchestra, who’ll also be sharing a whole stocking full of musical treats. Santa will be there to lead the singalong too, so bring your loudest singing voices with you!

Liverpool Philharmonic Family Concerts are a great way for children and adults to come together to experience a full symphony orchestra performing music live. Concerts last about one hour. Fidgeting is allowed, and the whole family is welcome, so come along and give it a try!

Children are invited to have a go on a variety of instruments from 30 minutes prior to each concert at our Instrument Petting Zoo. © Snowman Enterprises Limited £10 adults, £5 under 16s for all members

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Spirit of Christmas Sunday 16 December 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Ian Tracey conductor Jennifer Johnston mezzo-soprano John Suchet presenter Simon Emery Artistic Director, Youth Ensembles Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir It wouldn’t be December without our annual festive concerts – they’re a true Liverpool tradition. That means a mouth-watering spread of Yuletide music old and new, with classic carols and Christmas music, alongside seasonal readings from our host – Classic FM’s John Suchet, back by popular demand – and a sledge-full of good cheer from conductor Ian Tracey, our superb choirs, and special guest: the sensational voice of Liverpool’s very own international opera star, Jennifer Johnston. Join us at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, and bring your best singing voices to join in the traditional festive carols. £10 adults, £5 under 16s for all members

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Jurassic Park: Film with Live Orchestra (cert PG) Saturday 29 December 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Dirk Brossé conductor

Celebrate one of the biggest movies of all time with the Jurassic Park 25th Anniversary!

Dinosaurs once again roam the Earth in an amazing theme park on a remote island. The action-packed adventure finds man up against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and ground-breaking filmmaking, this epic film is sheer movie-making magic which was 65 million years in the making.

Experience this ground-breaking film as never before: projected in HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ magnificent score live to picture. Welcome… to Jurassic Park!

Jurassic Park is a trademark and copyright of Universal Studios and Amblin Entertainment, Inc. Licensed by Universal Studios. All rights reserved. £10 adults, £5 under 16s for all members

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How to find us Public Transport

Music Room

Directions from the M62 Postcode for satnav is L1 9BP

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall is within walking distance of Lime Street and Central Stations.

We are also on the frequent 74, 75, 80 and 86 bus routes. www.merseytravel.gov.uk has comprehensive transport information and a ‘Journey Planner Service’. You can also call Traveline on 0871 200 2233.

Situated on the corner of Myrtle Street and Sugnall Street at the back of Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, the Music Room is a friendly and informal space offering a programme of roots, folk, classical ensembles and popular music in seating or standing format. Music 7 Room is a home for emerging A5 ST SINE Liverpool artists, a new space ERK for city festival events and a space to try out new things.

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Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral - Reserve and pre-pay available (L3 5TQ) Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is situated on Mount Pleasant and is a 5 minute walk along Hope Street from Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

By car on entering the city follow the brown tourist signs to Cathedrals.

The car park is situated underneath the Cathedral itself. Please note there is no overnight parking Reserve and pre-pay for parking for Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Concerts for only £4.50.

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Secure Parking, Heathfield Street (L1 4EF) Situated on Heathfield Street, just off Renshaw Street. Located just a few minutes’ walk from Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, open 24/7 with all day and evening parking. You can book online at uk.secure-a-spot.com Cost > £4

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Blackburne House Car Park (L8 7PE) Situated on Falkner Street, this car park is open on concert nights from 5pm, until 20mins after the end of concerts. Please note that gates will be locked after this period. Please do not use this car park if unstaffed.

Cost > £6

(L1 9BP) Situated off Caledonia Street, this pay-on-entry car park is open from 8.30am and is available for concerts.

Please note that parking is limited and is on a first come, first served basis.

Blue Badge holders are able to reserve car park spaces at the Box Office (0151 709 3789). All reservations must be made at least one week in advance of the concert, and are subject to availability. Payment to be made on entry to car park.

Cost > £7 Please note that parking is very limited at this location, especially on Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra concert nights.

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University of Liverpool Visitor Car Parking Mount Pleasant (L3 5TQ) Situated opposite the Metropolitan Cathedral, this car park is available all day.

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Liverpool Cathedral (L1 7AZ)

Situated on Upper Duke Street, a few minutes’ walk away, the car park is generally open on concert nights from 5.30pm. Secure parking with CCTV monitoring and manned patrols.

Cost > £4 on production of your

concert ticket. Please ensure that concert tickets are produced and payment for car park is made at the Constable’s Lodge on arrival.

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Mount Pleasant MultiStorey Car Park (L3 5TB) Situated on Mount Pleasant, the car park is open Monday to Saturday (7am to 8pm) and Sunday (9am to 8pm).

Cost > £1 per hour, £4 over 3 hours.

Free for blue badge holders all day, when parked in dedicated disabled parking places (level 5 only).

St George’s Hall Concert Room Postcode navigation > L1 1JJ

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Cambridge Street (L7 7EE) Situated opposite the Cambridge pub, this car park is available Monday - Friday after 5.30pm, and all day on Saturday and Sunday.

For both car parks take ticket on entry at the barrier, and pay with ticket at pay machine before leaving.

Cost > £4 up to 3 hours, £5 up to 4 hours, £6 over 4 hours

There are a number of nearby car parks, including Queen Square Car park, L1 1RH. Parking tariff £1.90 per hour (0-5 hours) Evening rate of £3.50 between 5pm and 9am.

By public transport Queen’s Square Bus Station and Lime Street Station are both less than 5 minutes walk away.

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Access at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Lifts

A Changing Places toilet is located backstage on the ground floor of Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

It is most easily accessed via the Stage Door entrance on Caledonia Street, but can be accessed from anywhere within the building if required – please speak to a steward who will guide you.

There are two customer lifts providing level access from the foyer to all levels.

Hearing Induction Loop

Spaces for wheelchairs with seats for companions are available in Boxes 7, 8, 15, & 16, Row A in the front of the stalls and Rows W & X in the Grand Circle.

A number of the aisle seats in the stalls are transfer seats.

Transfer seats have movable armrests for those who would like to transfer out of their wheelchair and can be used by others with limited mobility.

Accessible WCs Three ambulant accessible unisex WCs and two fully accessible WCs – allowing right hand or left hand transfer – are available in the foyer. A further fully accessible WC can be found at stalls level close to Box 16 and an additional ambulant accessible WC is located in both the male and female toilets in the basement.

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Changing Places Toilet

A Hearing Induction Loop system is available in Box Office and the Main Auditorium.

The loop system in the main Auditorium requires infrared equipment which can be requested from us. You can choose between equipment which works with a hearing aid or one which works independently.

P LEAO T IN E L I V S I C! MU Terms and conditions Leap into Live Music! is a five year programme supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation. Limited to one membership per household.

Tickets for Leap into Live Music! members are subject to availability and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Tickets are allocated on a first come – first served basis.

Liverpool Philharmonic will do its best to accommodate Leap into Live Music! members. In addition, all tickets are subject to Liverpool Philharmonic’s normal terms and conditions. If you have any questions please contact Leap into Live Music!

Assistance Dogs Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the building and water is available to them.

Please advise us when booking your ticket if you are bringing an assistance dog as we recommend that you book an aisle seat.

Please note more information on access can be found on our website at liverpoolphil. com/access. If you have any concerns about access needs please don’t hesitate to contact the Leap into Live Music! team at leap@liverpoolphil.com or by calling 0151 210 2946.

Liverpool Philharmonic strives to be as accessible as possible to all. We have been awarded Gold Standard accreditation from Attitude is Everything. Attitude is Everything improves Deaf and disabled people’s access to live music by working in partnership with audiences, artists and the music industry to implement a Charter of Best Practice across the UK. Read more at www.attitudeiseverything.org.uk

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