Manchester Collective's intimate Goldberg Variations

By Rohan Shotton, 28 April 2019

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“The musicians’ facial expressions were as readable as the brand of their trainers”

Reviewed at Stoller Hall, Manchester on 27 April 2019

Bach, Goldberg Variations, BWV988

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Chris Garlick, 28th March

The Manchester Collective are one of the most successful groups of musicians who aim to bridge the gap between musicians and their audiences.

****1

Artistic adventures with the Manchester Collective

Chris Garlick, 26th September

Present what could be considered challenging work unapologetically, the Manchester Collective makes friends on London's Southbank.

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Jonathan Watkins’ A Single Man pierces the heart at the Linbury

Deborah Weiss, 8th September

Jonathan Watkins’ A Single Man is a compelling piece of dance theatre and a magnificent vehicle for the leading characters to shine as dancers and actors.

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Weaving dreams: Manchester Collective’s bold performance at the QEH

Marat Ingeldeev, 12th October

In a vibrant display of artistry, Manchester Collective’s “Fever Dreams” programme weaves together diverse musical threads, captivating the audience with a unique concert experience.

****1

A great celebration of Feldman's Rothko Chapel at the QEH

Marat Ingeldeev, 5th May

A celebration concert of Feldman's Rothko Chapel ticks all the boxes for a great show.

****1

Manchester Collective’s Sirocco blows away New York

David Wolfson, 6th April

Manchester Collective and Abel Selaocoe aim to reshape classical music with their collaboration Sirocco. Their breathtaking performance at the 92nd Street Y is more rock concert than chamber recital.

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Rohan Shotton

Rohan has reviewed concerts and opera across the UK and Europe, but chiefly in Manchester, where he enjoys conducting and playing percussion and piano. He works as a hospital doctor, having studied in St Andrews and Manchester, and tweets as @RohanShotton.

Manchester Collective's intimate and superbly realised Goldberg Variations