TURNER SIMS Southampton
AUTUMN SEASON 2018 INSPIRINGMUSIC
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TURNER SIMS Southampton
AUTUMN 2018
SEPTEMBER 19 Kathrine Windfeld Big Band Sensational big band jazz from one of Europe’s brightest stars. 25 Christian Blackshaw and the Soloists of the Berliner Philharmoniker Mozart, and Schubert’s Trout. 29 Maya Youssef Virtuoso performer on the qanun, the traditional Syrian 78-stringed plucked zither. OCTOBER 2 RGS-IBG | Pip Stewart: Reflections from the Amazon Adventurer shares tales of her travels. 5 Julia Hülsmann Trio ECM Records pianist presents music from latest album Sooner and Later. 6 SÓN | The Lark Ascending Unwrapped Orchestra explores Vaughan Williams’ much-loved piece. 9 Cordelia Williams British pianist performs Liszt’s B minor sonata and music by Bach and Arvo Pärt. 12 Laura Jurd’s Dinosaur Mercury-nominated jazz band play music from new album Wonder Trail. 18 Dobet Gnahoré Extraordinary singer, dancer and percussionist from the Ivory Coast returns. 19 Buck and Billie Explore the musical treasure trove left by Billie Holiday and trumpeter Buck Clayton. 20 Altan Irish folk legends delight with music from new album The Gap of Dreams. 26 Alex Mercado Trio Mexico’s greatest jazz export makes his UK debut with a special gig. 27 Laura Snowden Award-winning classical guitarist makes her Turner Sims debut. 30 The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble 17th century Venice brought to life through music. NOVEMBER 2 Tord Gustavsen Trio Norwegian jazz pianist and his trio with their full-sounding ‘Nordic Blues’. 4 On Wenlock Edge An afternoon focussing on Vaughan Williams’ early masterpiece. 6 Breabach Bagpipes, fiddle, mandolin, bass and guitar with gaelic vocals from this Scottish band. 8 Jonathan Biss American pianist performs works by Beethoven, Schumann, Mozart and Haydn. 9 Nik Bärtsch’s Ronin Spidery, clockwork jazz funk ... (The Wire) from ECM Records star. 13 Tamikrest Malian rock’n’roll blending influences from Sahel Africa, the Maghreb, and the West. 16 FILM: Metropolis The grandest science fiction film of the silent era with live music accompaniment. 20 Maggini Quartet Leading UK chamber group perform Haydn, Bridge, Britten and Schubert. 23 Rymden Jazz supergroup with Bugge Wesseltoft, Magnus Öström and Dan Berglund. 27 Alfred Brendel | My Life in Music Legendary pianist talks about his distinguished career. 30 The Year of Jubilee Swing Low, Sweet Chariot and many other spirituals from Harvey Brough and USV. DECEMBER 6 Chiaroscuro Quartet and Kristian Bezuidenhout Programme includes Beethoven and Mozart. 7 Oxford Book of Carols Come and Sing Seasonal fun with carol singing, mince pies and mulled wine! 15 Cara Dillon | Upon a Winter’s Night Celebrated folk artist captures the mystery of Christmas. 16 Jingle Bell Jazz Family Concert Don your Santa hat for this jazz-filled festive family frolic! JANUARY 12 China Moses High-voltage jazz, soul, and blues from the vocalist and broadcaster. 13 Jess Gillam Sunday afternoon with the rising star classical saxophonist, plus tea and cake. 19 Alessandro Taverna Distinguished pianist’s solo recital includes Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. 22 Lawrence Power and Friends Viola player is joined by Natalie Clein and Simon Crawford-Phillips. 26 Edition Jazz Double Bill Featuring guitarist Rob Luft and saxophonist Tom Barford. Turner Sims is provided by University of Southampton and gratefully acknowledges the support of Arts Council England.
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