RNCM Concert Hall124 Oxford Rd, Manchester, North-West, M13 9RD, United Kingdom
Dates/times in London time zone
| Friday 31 October 2025 | 13:00 |
Programme
| Adams, John (b. 1947) | Chamber Symphony | |
| Adams, John (b. 1947) | Hallelujah Junction | |
| Adams, John (b. 1947) | John's Book of Alleged Dances |
Performers
| Euan Shields | Conductor |
| Eliza McCarthy | Piano |
| James McVinnie | Piano |
| Musicians from the Hallé | |
| Musicians from the Royal Northern College of Music | Various instruments |
The Hallé’s lunchtime Chamber Series at Hallé St Peter’s provides a unique opportunity to hear players and guest artists perform in more intimate surroundings.
Alongside the symphonic pieces in the festival, this concert celebrates three classic Adams works for smaller ensembles. The Chamber Symphony, inspired by Schoenberg’s work of the same name, combines its rigour with the hyperactive energy and humour of classic 1950s cartoon music. Hallelujah Junction and John’s Book of Alleged Dances, both works from the 1990s, also share Adams’ ability to mix demanding performances with a sharp sense of wit.
