Artistic adventures with the Manchester Collective

Manchester Collective

By Chris Garlick, 28 September 2025

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“a theatrical atmosphere of artistic adventure”

Reviewed at Queen Elizabeth Hall, London on 26 September 2025

Tabakova, Such different paths, for string septet

Saariaho, Terra Memoria for string quartet

Traditional, Veni Creator Spiritus

Adams, Shaker Loops (New text by Christ Bryan)

Manchester Collective

Christ Bryan, Spoken word

Sad shanties from Manchester Collective and Sean Shibe

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

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.

****1

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.

*****

Manchester’s finest showcased at mcr:classical

Leighton Jones, 24th June

Day One of an innovative two-day festival brings a range of orchestral showpieces and contemporary works in a series of one hour concerts.

****1

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Chris Garlick

Chris Garlick is the co-founder of Signal Gallery in Hoxton. His first degree was in music, training as a classical composer. Chris has written about art frequently in Art of England magazine, Artist and Illustrator for online blogs.