MUSIC DIRECTORATE & EVENTS

Music programme Bringing an eclectic mix of music to Salford

February - May 2012

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Welcome to the Music Programme

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you back to the second half of our 2011-12 season of music from the University of Salford featuring many of our students, staff as well as many visiting international artists. We welcome for the rst time the Central Band of the Royal Air Force; Sergio Barrenechea, Lucia Barrenechea and Hugo Pilger from Brazil; and students from the music department of Ohio Northern University who will collaborate with students and staff during our Gala concert in March which will bring our Salford Music Day to a climax at the Universitys fabulous Maxwell Hall. In March I look forward to an exciting collaborative community project culminating in an innovative performance between MAPAS, the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, schoolchildren from Salford and our music staff, the exciting offerings of the Festival of International Music and Dance as well as the rst Salford programme of the Sonic Fusion Festival in April I am very happy to welcome back regular visitors: Contemporary Music Pianist in Residence Richard Casey, String Quartet in Residence The Barbirolli Quartet (its been a personal pleasure to write a new piece especially for them), Concert Organist in Residence Jonathan Scott, Halle Brass, the Adelphi Brass Band and the University of Salfords Big Band and Brass Band. One of our nal concerts An Academic Finale will mark the sad passing of Dr Roy Newsome and Dr Goff Richards celebrating the enormous contribution that each of these ne musicians made to the University. I do hope that you join us on many occasions in the months ahead. All best wishes, Stephen

The University of Salford presents a diverse array of vibrant and high quality music events performed by renowned international artists and our students.

A diverse season of events from across the music spectrum

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Free ow live

Wednesday 1 February, 8.00pm

A night of live music from the Popular Music ensembles within the Music Directorate. One of the unique aspects of this evening is that it encompasses the diverse approach to Music studies within the University, featuring bands performing a whole variety of differing styles, including Rock, Pop, Metal, Funk, Soul, Blues, Indie etc. so come down and check it out you never know what youre going to get! Admission: Free Venue: The Old Pint Pot, Adelphi Street, Salford, M3 6EN

Richard Casey, Piano

Tuesday 7 February, 1.00 2.00pm
Haydn Edward Dudley Joe Duddell Alan Williams Ravel Hughes: 3rd Orchid Scattered Black and White Accordion Dreams; Blum-um-u..; The Devils Squeezebox Le Tombeau de Couperin Piano Sonata in D major, Hob.XIV/24

Contemporary Music Pianist in Residence Richard presents a fascinating and entertaining juxtaposition of contemporary and classical music, ending with one of Ravels major piano works. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

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The British Trombone Society

(Regional workshop and jazz session) Sunday 12 February
We are delighted to host for the third year in succession, The British Trombone Societys Annual Regional workshop. With its growing popularity the BTS is keen to welcome as many soloists and ensembles as possible to what promises to be a fantastic day for all brass enthusiasts whether performing or just supporting. The day will include a number of workshops, masterclasses and performances by BTS President Brett Baker, undergraduate students and a number of well known professional musicians. This year the day will conclude at the Pint Pot function room with an informal jazz session led by international trombonist and band-leading legend, Jiggs Whigham. Also featured are other prominent North of England jazz trombone players such as Lee Hallam and Duncan Wineld accompanied by the Robin Dewhurst trio. Admission: Audience only - 4.00 (BTS members and under 16s free) Jazz Session - admission free Venue: Peel Hall, Salford University 10.00am Pint Pot 6.00pm For application forms or further details please contact Brett Baker at: brett.trombone@googlemail.com or 0777 3201736

Clarinet, Viola and Piano Trio

Tuesday 14 February, 1.00 2.00pm
Colin Blamey Raymond Lester Richard Casey Mozart Bruch Schumann Clarinet Viola Piano Trio in E at major, K.498 (Kegelstatt) Eight Pieces (excerpts) Mrchenerzhlungen, Op.132

Mozart was fascinated by the combination of clarinet, viola and piano, an enthusiasm that was passed on to Schumann and Bruch. Raymond Lester studied at the Royal Northern College of Music, winning numerous prizes for solo and chamber music performances, and is currently a member of the Manchester-based contemporary music group Psappha. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

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The Central Band of the Royal Air Force

Wednesday 15 February, 3.00pm
Conducted by Wing Commander Duncan Stubbs We are delighted to welcome the Central Band of the Royal Air Force, under the direction of Wing Commander Duncan Stubbs, as they present a programme of contemporary music for wind, including the premier performance of Paul Harts Rhapsody for Tuba and a piece by Paul Mealor. The Central Band have long been considered one of the worlds great wind ensembles and the University are proud in the knowledge that membership of the band includes Salford music graduates. We are also delighted that the Salford Music and Performing Arts Service Wind Band, together with our own University Wind Band will be featured in a massed item. A highlight of the afternoon will be the performance of entries from the three nalists in the Salford-BASBWE Wind Band Composers Competition. The winning composition will be announced at the conclusion of the concert. (The Band plays by permission of the Air Force Board of the Defence Council). Admission: Free. Ticket only (unreserved seats) Venue: Maxwell Hall

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Organ Recital
TOCCATA!

Jazz 645

Monday 20 February, 1.00 2.00pm

Thursday 23 February, Music from 6.45pm

This popular event features various student jazz ensembles performing standards and original material covering a wide spectrum of styles. The programme will also feature the Adelphi Saxophone Quartet, directed by legendary jazz musician Munch Manship. Admission: Free Venue: Pint Pot, Function Room

The Toccata is one of the most enduring and thrilling genres in the organ repertoire, and todays programme demonstrates how composers from the 17th Century to the present day have continuously returned to the format in new and inventive ways. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Dances from Brazil Salford University Brass Band Adelphi Brass Band
Wednesday 22 February, 1.00 2.00pm
Conductor: Dr Howard Evans The Salford University Brass Band and Adelphi Brass Band combine to explore various dimensions of the Brass Band repertoire. The concert also incorporates our nal year student conductors, who continue to develop their skills with the Adelphi Brass Band. We are extremely honoured that the programme will also include the presentation of the Roy Newsome Conducting Award to last years recipient Anthony Higham by Muriel Newsome. Admission: Free Venue: Peel Hall

Friday 24 February, 2.00pm

Sergio Barrenechea Lucia Barrenechea Hugo Pilger Flute Piano Cello

Sergio, Lucia and Hugo, all from the music department at our Brazilian research partner institution UNIRIO (Federal University of the State of Rio de Janeiro) perform music from their recent double CD of music from composer Francisco Mignone (1897-1986), a composer of the same generation as Villa-Lobos. The trio come to us from their tour of Portugal, and this represents a rare opportunity in the UK to hear this repertoire of an important gure in Brazilian music. Admission: Free Venue: St. Philips with St. Stephens Church Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

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Geo rey Saba, Piano

Tuesday 28 February, 1.00 2.00pm
Scriabin Scriabin Rachmaninov Vers La Flamme Op.72 Five Preludes, Op.74 Sonata No.1 in D minor, Op.28

New Music North West Festival

Tuesday 6 March, 7.30pm
Royal Northern College of Music Brass Band Conducted by Russell Gray University of Salford Brass Band Conducted by Dr Howard Evans Guest soloist: David Thornton (euphonium) As part of the New Music North West Festival, the RNCM Brass Band and the University of Salford Brass Band join together in concert at the RNCM with conductors Russell Gray and Dr Howard Evans with guest soloist David Thornton. The evening will celebrate works by many leading composers associated with the North West and will also include In Pitch Black by Lucy Pankhurst, who recently won a British Composer award for innovative work. Elgar Howarth Lucy Pankhurst Martin Ellerby Gary Carpenter Philip Sparke Darryl Barry Peter Graham Goff Richards Fireworks In Pitch Black Chivalry Chi Salford Fanfare Salford Sinfonietta The Adventure of the Final Problem and The Great Race from In League with Extraordinary Gentlemen A Sweet Shepherdess fromCross Patonce

Geoffrey has toured all over the world since the 1970s when he made his London debut, having performed extensively in Asia and his native Australia. exquisitely rened playingstrongly communicative and splendidly full-blooded (The Times) Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Big Band Special Salford University Big Band

Directed by Tim France Thursday 1 March, 7.30pm, bar open from 7.00pm
Features the Salford University Big Band in full swing, performing a full programme of popular big band and jazz music, featuring its many soloists and vocalists. We hope you are able to join us in the delightful setting of St. Philips Church, a popular local venue used on a regular basis by many professional bands and ensembles. Admission: 3.00, Unreserved Seats Venue: St. Philips with St. Stephens Church Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Arthur Butterworth The Royal Border Bridge, Berwick upon Tweed, from Three Impressions for Brass Admission: 7.50 (Concessions available) Venue: RNCM Concert Hall, 124 Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9RD Box Ofce: t: 0161 907 5555 f: 0161 907 5330 e: box.ofce@rncm.ac.uk www.rncm.ac.uk

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The Fell Clarinet Quartet

Tuesday 6 March, 1.00 2.00pm
Woodwind Ensemble in Residence Colin Blamey, Helen Bywater, Marianne Rawles and Keith Slade A programme expressing the virtuosity of the players and the array of sounds possible from the members of the clarinet family. Formed in 1999 at the Royal Northern College of Music, the Fell Quartet is one of the most innovative and engaging wind ensembles to emerge in recent years. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Salford Music Day

Friday 9 March
We are extremely proud to announce the inaugural Salford Music Day which celebrates the vast variety of musical styles and genres found in the University of Salford Music Directorate. The days programme will feature contemporary performances, with sound and visual installations incorporating live improvisation/audience interaction using digital technologies, lunchtime music featuring Jazz/classical and singer/songwriter student performers, featuring compositions / arrangements by staff and students. The Vice Chancellors Gala Concert at Maxwell Hall, features music from stage musicals in a special joint collaboration with Lloyd Butler and students from Ohio University. The evening will also feature Salford University Brass Band and Wind Band. Late night music at Islington Mill showcasing experimental and classic rock / pop bands. Admission: Free Venue: University of Salford, MediaCity UK, Maxwell Hall and Islington Mill Further information and tickets available from February 2012

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The Barbirolli Quartet

Tuesday 13 March, 1.00 2.00pm
Rakhi Singh Katie Stillman Alexandros Koustas + Guest Cellist Haydn Stephen Davismoon Verdi String Quartet in Residence The Barbirolli Quartet holds an international reputation for its diverse prolic repertoire and dynamic approach to performance. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ String Quartet in E at major, Op.64, No.6 So Long - in memoriam Dave Sanjek String Quartet in E minor Violin Violin Viola

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Kirklees Composition Competition 2012

Wednesday 14 March, 1.00pm 2.00pm
Salford University Brass Band Conducted by Dr Howard Evans For a number of years University of Salford student composers have had the unique opportunity to have their music played and published through this prestigious competition. As a result of this, Kirklees Publishers have a section of their catalogue known as the Salford Collection. This is an exceptional opportunity to listen to this years competition entries. Among the adjudicators will be joint Managing Directors, David and Graham Horseld. Admission: Free Venue: Peel Hall

Salford University Big Band

Thursday 15 March, 7.30pm
Directed by Tim France The Salford University Big Band will be performing at Liverpool Community College in a concert commencing at 7.30pm. This is part of a collaboration between Salfords Music Directorate and the Colleges Foundation Degree in Music and Audio Production led by Mike Moran, a graduate from the University. The concert is the climax to an immensely rewarding day spent at the College, recording the band in both audio and visual formats by students and staff, which is also used as, part of their nal assessment. Admission: 3, 2 (concessions) Venue: Liverpool Community College, The Arts Centre, 9 Myrtle Street Liverpool, L7 7JA For tickets and further information please contact: mike.moran@liv-coll.ac.uk

Free ow Live

Wednesday 14 March, 8.00pm

We present another night of live music from the Music Directorates Popular Music ensembles. One of the unique aspects of this evening is that it encompasses the diverse approach to music studies within the University, featuring bands performing a whole variety of differing styles, including Rock, Pop, Metal, Funk, Soul, Blues, Indie etc. so come down and check it out. Admission: Free Venue:The Old Pint Pot, Adelphi Street, Salford, M3 6EN

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Live Electronics Composition and Performance

Monday 19 March, 7.00pm
Following a series of weekly workshops at Swinton Academy, this exciting and innovative project culminates in the world premiere of a community composition by students from MAPAS, facilitated by renowned composer Professor Stephen Davismoon who will invite young people to draw upon their individual experience of Salford to inspire a collective work by way of a montage of soundmarks. The performance will feature professional artists associated with the University of Salford: Robin Dewhurst (piano), Jan Kopinski (saxophone) and Lauryna Sableviciute (piano), alongside instrumentalists and laptopists from MAPAS whose sound will be transformed and diffused via real-time electronics and mixed with concrete sounds created by children from Salford. The rst half of this event will feature the talented Salford Youth Orchestra (MAPAS) in a programme developed in conjunction with musicians from the BBC Philharmonic. Admission: Free Venue: Philharmonic Studio, MediaCityUK, Salford Quays, M50 2HQ

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Organ Recital

Monday 19 March, 1.00 2.00pm

Concert Organist in Residence Jonathan Scott Old and New A selection of classic masterpieces including sthe premiere of Tom Scotts Sesquialtera and we commemorate the centenary of the sinking of RMS Titanic in the poignant Memoriam by Bonnet. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Voices

Thursday 22 March, 7.00 9.00pm

Featuring vocal students from the Music Directorate Robin Dewhurst Piano Ollie Collins Steve Gilbert Bass Drums

Due to popular demand we are pleased to present another night featuring back to back vocal performances by students studying with our highly treasured long standing vocal tutors - Clare Hogan and Sue Hickey. This event offers an opportunity for another cohort of students to work with, highly respected professional musicians and experience a taste of working in a typical professional scenario. Admission: Free Venue: The Old Pint Pot, Adelphi Street, Salford, M3 6EN

Final Year Elective Classical Performers Recitals

Wednesday 21 March, 1.00 3.00pm
Performance elective students from within the Universitys Music Directorate present a varied programme of entertainment, focusing on original solo repertoire. The concert forms part of the Repertoire studies and performance practice component of the students academic prole. The assessed public concert provides elective performers with a preparatory platform for this specialist academic pursuit within the undergraduate programme. Admission: Free Venue: Peel Hall

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The Wessel Ensemble

Tuesday 27 March, 1.00 2.00pm
Jenny Hutchinson Flute Martin Clark Fiona Petersen Melissa Edwards Mozart Debussy Hoffmeister Mozart Violin Viola Cello Flute Quartet in C major, K.285b Clair de Lune Flute Quartet in C minor Flute Quartet in D major, K.285

Salford University Wind Band Adelphi Choir Music Directorate Student Ensembles
Wednesday 28 March, 1.00 - 2.30pm
Performance students studying ensemble musicianship in the Salford University Wind Band and associated ensembles come together to provide a wide and varied selection of repertoire. The Wind Band will be directed by Dr Howard Evans and the Adelphi Choir by Dr Alan Williams. The ensemble programme has been directed again this year by Iwan Williams and Peter Christian. This is the sixth year in which the Anne Welsh Memorial Ensemble Prize has featured in our programme of study. This concert allows the students to demonstrate their skills in this eld and is contributory to the nal award. Admission: Free

Katherine Hoover Divertimento

Formed of players from the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, the Wessel Ensemble plays another delightful programme to demonstrate the array of wonderful sounds possible from ute and strings. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Venue: Peel Hall

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Jazz 645
Robin Dewhurst Alan Williams Steve Davismoon Joe Duddell Brendan Williams Carl Barnet T.B.A. Tim France Duncan Wineld

Music Directorate Sta Special Thursday 29 March , music from 6.45pm

Piano Guitar Guitar Drums Percussion Bass Trumpet Saxophone Trombone

Cheadle Hulme Big Band Club

Friday 30 March, 8.30pm
Salford University Big Band Directed by Tim France The Salford University Big Band is delighted to be invited back to perform at this renowned big band enthusiasts club which attracts top bands from all over the North West. The programme will include traditional and original Big Band music taken from the 1940s to the present day. During the three sets, instrumental soloists will be featured along with the bands current vocalists. Admission: Admission 5.00 (on door) unreserved seating Venue: Cheadle Hulme Conservative Club, Mellor Rd, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, Cheshire SK8 5AT, 0161 485 1087

Back by popular demand, academic and professional staff of the Music Directorate, throw together another popular evening of jazz music in this special Jazz 645 showcase. This event will also feature Dr Tim Wise who will give this event an authentic 1960s jazz club feel by the intermittent reciting of jazz poetry. Admission: Free Venue: Pint Pot

Robert Holliday, Trombone

Tuesday 24 April, 1.00 2.00pm
Accompanist to be conrmed Music by Sulek, Dutilleux, John Cage and Sandstrm. As well as having worked with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestras, Robert is much in demand as a soloist and chamber musician. He currently plays with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

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Adelphi Brass Band

Wednesday 25 April, 1.00pm
Conducted by nal year students Under the direction and supervision of Dr Howard Evans, student conductors in the Music Directorate present a programme of brass band music performed by the Adelphi Band in their nal lunchtime recital of the academic year. This is their nal public performance, forming part of their preparation for the nal examination, which helps determine the award of the Roy Newsome Conducting Prize. Admission: Free Venue: Peel Hall

The Mayor Of Salfords Charity Concert

Wednesday 25 April Food from 7.00pm, Music from 7.30pm
Salford University Big Band Directed by Tim France The Salford University Big Band is extremely proud to once again support the Mayor of Salfords Charities by providing the music for this special occasion. The band will play a broad range of repertoire from the 1940s to more contemporary compositions and arrangements. Food will be served at the beginning of the evening from 7.00pm, which is included in the price of the ticket. Tickets and further information from: Steve Fletcher on 0161 798 9250 or Duncan Wineld on 0161 295 6108. This event is organised in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Salford with Swinton. Admission: 11.00, unreserved seating Venue: Swinton Park Golf Club, East Lancashire Road, Swinton, Manchester, M27 5LX

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Free ow Live
Conducted by nal year students

Wednesday 25 April, 8.00pm

We are pleased to present another night of live music from our Popular Music ensembles. One of the unique aspects of this evening is that it encompasses the diverse approach to music studies within the University, featuring bands performing a whole variety of differing styles, including Rock, Pop, Metal, Funk, Soul, Blues, Indie etc. so come down and check it out you never know what youre going to get. Admission: Free Venue: The Old Pint Pot, Adelphi Street, Salford, M3 6EN

Sonic Fusion Festival 2012

Thursday 26 - Sunday 29 April
This exciting four day contemporary music festival will bring cutting-edge international experimental contemporary music to Salford. The 2012 festival will to celebrate John Cages centenary; premiere Alan Williams digital opera Stefan and Lotte in Paradise in collaboration with Psappha; incorporate the EU-funded Listening Cities sound-art project featuring works from artists from Florence, Corfu, Lyons, Vienna and Salford; feature a large-scale international collaborative concert performance of Luciano Berios Laborintus II and Simon Bests Tort conducted by Marco Visconti-Prasca and set to feature many international artists performing alongside those from MAPAS, BBC Phil, NYOS and the University of Salford. The festival programme will also include performances of works authored at the University of Salford by Robin Dewhurst, Joe Duddell, Peter Graham, Alan Williams, Jan Kopinski, Stephen Davismoon as well as work from our research postgraduate community. Admission: Free

John Cage: Composer, music theorist, writer, philosopher and artist

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Hall Brass

Tuesday 1 May, 1.00 2.00pm

Conducted by nal year students Once again, we are delighted to welcome back Hall Brass to the Midday series, and look forward to another sparkling performance from these highly accomplished musicians. The group has been associated with the University for more than forty years. Admission: 4.00 (3.00 concessions); University of Salford students: Free Venue: The Church of St. Philip with St. Stephen, Encombe Place, Salford, M3 6FJ

Regent Hall Lunchtime Concert Series

Friday 4 May, 1.00 2.00pm
Salford University Brass Band Conductor: Howard Evans The Salford University Brass Band move south to a prestigious London venue. Regent Hall features in the performance activity of many of the London Colleges and Conservatoires and this is the fourth time the Band have been invited to perform at this ne hall. Further information available from 0207 629 2766 / 5424 or 0161 295 6108

An Academic Finale
Wednesday 2 May, 7.00pm
Salford University Brass Band Conductor: Dr Howard Evans This has been a very signicant year for the Music Directorate. Therefore our nal concert has a very special dimension, acknowledging all that has taken place, and bringing it together on this very special occasion. Sadly this year we have seen the passing of both Dr Roy Newsome and Dr Goff Richards. A recognition of their distinctive contribution to the University of Salford will be a part of this Academic Finale. The programme will also include the announcement and presentation of the coveted Anne Welsh Memorial Ensemble Prize, which will be presented by the Welsh family to the successful student ensemble. There will also be the presentation of the long established Kirklees Composition Competition Award by joint Managing Directors, David and Graham Horseld to the winning student. Admission: Free. Ticket only (unreserved seats) Venue: Peel Hall Further details and tickets available from March 2012

Admission: Free Venue: Regent Hall, 275 Oxford Street, London, W1C 2DJ

Final Year Classical Elective Performers Recitals

Wednesday 23 May, 11.00am
Students from within the University Music Directorate present their nal recital to an examination panel in a public arena. Each half hour programme will represent a culmination of their time here at Salford and will be assessed on a number of criteria. This event is the climax to the Repertoire Studies and Performance Practice component of each students academic prole. Each assessed recital provides the performer with an open platform to demonstrate their musicianship. Admission: Free Venue: Peel Hall

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Calendar of events February

Wednesday 1, 8.00pm Tuesday 7, 1.00 2.00pm Sunday 12 Tuesday 14 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 15, 3.00pm Monday 20, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 22, 1.00 2.00pm Thursday 23, 6.45pm Friday 24, 2.00pm Tuesday 28, 1.00 2.00pm Freeow live Richard Casey, Piano The British Trombone Society Clarinet, Viola and Piano Trio The Central Band of the Royal Air Force Organ Recital Salford University Brass Band Adelphi Brass Band Jazz 645 Dances from Brazil Geoffrey Saba, Piano

March
Thursday 1, 7.30pm Tuesday 6, 1.00 2.00pm Tuesday 6, 7.30pm Friday 9 Tuesday 13, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 14, 8.00pm Thursday 15, 7.30pm Monday 19, 7.00pm Monday 19, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 21, 1.00 3.00pm Thursday 22, 7.00 9.00pm Tuesday 27, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 28, 1.00 - 2.30pm Big Band Special Salford University Big Band The Fell Clarinet Quartet New Music North West Festival Salford Music Day The Barbirolli Quartet Freeow Live Salford University Big Band Live Electronics Composition and Performance Organ Recital Final Year Elective Classical Performers Recitals Voices The Wessel Ensemble Salford University Wind Band Adelphi Choir Music Directorate Student Ensembles Thursday 29, music from 6.45pm Jazz 645 Friday 30, 8.30pm April Tuesday 24, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 25, 1.00pm Wednesday 25, 7.00pm Thursday 26 - Sunday 29 May Tuesday 1, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 2 7.00pm Friday 4, 1.00 2.00pm Wednesday 23, 11.00am Hall Brass An Academic Finale Regent Hall Lunchtime Concert Series Final Year Classical Elective Performers Recitals Robert Holliday, Trombone Adelphi Brass Band The Mayor Of Salfords Charity Concert Freeow Live Sonic Fusion Festival 2012 Cheadle Hulme Big Band Club

Wednesday 14, 1.00pm 2.00pm Kirklees Composition Competition 2012

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School of Media, Music & Performance

Directorate of Music Course information
Head of School: Head of Directorate: Chair of Music Composition: MA Programme Leader: BA (Hons) Music Pathway Leaders: Classical Performance Director: Jazz and Popular Music Director: Professor Emeritus: Music Directorate Lecturers: Prof. Erik Knudsen Prof. Stephen Davismoon Prof. Peter Graham Dr Alan Williams Joe Duddell, Dr Nicola Spelman, Dr Tim Wise, Phil Brissenden Dr Howard Evans Dr Robin Dewhurst Prof. David King and Prof. Sheila Whiteley Phil Brissenden, Joustine Loubser, Prof. Tony Whyton, Dr Mick Wilson, Brendan Williams Tim France, Dave Hassell, Sue Hickey, Tom Hingley, Clare Hogan, Jan Kopinski Joe Meekums, Neil Newport Johnny Marr (The Smiths, The Cribs), Richard Wigley (General Manager BBC Philharmonic)

Music Programmes

We are a progressive school, with an outstanding reputation for a wide range of innovative foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and world-leading and internationally excellent research.
BA (Hons) Pathways Modular, Popular Music & Recording, Popular Musicology, Interactive Music and Studio Production MA Pathways Composition, Performance, Critical Musicology, Interactive Music and Studio Production MPhil/PhD by research Composition, Musicology DMA - Doctor of Musical Arts

Teaching Fellows:

Visiting Professors:

Concert Manager: Assistant Concert Manager: Music Administrator:

Duncan Wineld Richard Rock Marianne Garbutt

For Music Course enquires t: 0161 295 4545 or see www.smmp.salford.ac.uk

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Bookings and additional information

Bookings All concerts are payable on the door

For further information or to join our mailing list contact: 0161 295 9003 or email: h.morgan1@salford.ac.uk

Group visits If you intend to bring a group to any of our events please notify us prior to your visit on 0161 295 9003 or email h.morgan1@salford.ac.uk Access Our venues have varying degrees of access. Therefore, it is recommended that disabled patrons contact us in advance of visiting on 0161 295 9003 or email h.morgan1@salford.ac.uk How to nd us The majority of our concerts take place around the main University of Salford campus which is located less than a mile and a half (3 kms) from Manchester city centre on The Crescent/A6 road. Further details can be found at www.salford.ac.uk/travel Public transport Salford Crescent railway station is located on campus and frequent bus services pass the University. Further details are available from Transport for Greater Manchester at www.tfgm.com or 0871 200 2233.

Acknowledgments I would like to thank all of those that have worked so hard behind the scenes to make a diverse programme of events come together in such a rich way. In particular I would like to extend special thanks to Duncan Wineld, Richard Rock, Joe Thomas, Howard Evans, Marrianne Garbutt, Mike Allen and Jennifer Iddon. Gratitude and thanks are also extended to Rector Reverend Andy Salmon for the use of The Church of St. Philip and St. Stephen. Professor Stephen Davismoon Director of Music Sponsors The Alan Dronseld Trust has sponsored the following concerts:

The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to print and may be subject to alteration.

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