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Nokia MixRadio supports Bristol Music TrustIn December Nokia MixRadio announced a major three-year sponsorship deal with Bristol Music Trust, which runs Colston Hall.

Their support will focus on two fundamental elements of the Trust’s work: a new music series to be launched in 2014 and support for the ongoing music education programme, The Remix Academy. The renamed Nokia MixRadio Remix Academy encourages young people into the music industry, with particular focus on those who are disadvantaged and hard to reach. The support will enable the programme

to expand its work of providing weekly workshops where young people can develop their creative and musical skills, as well as providing access to the latest music technology and fully equipped rehearsal space. For more information on the Nokia MixRadio Remix Academy, turn to page 41. The Nokia MixRadio Terrace Sessions presents a series of summer sessions in 2014 featuring sets from both up-and-coming talent and established artists, all on Colston Hall’s terrace. For more information on the Nokia MixRadio Terrace Sessions, turn to page 37.

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rock and pop

classicaljazz, folk & world

light entertainment

goldfrapp

mokoomba

familiescomedy

community bristol plays musicneil finn

paul sinha

william onyeabor

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atomic bomb: who is william onyeabor?worldwed 2 apr7.30pm, £26.88 incl. bf

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William Onyeabor, the “cult Nigerian musician adored by the likes of Damon Albarn, Caribou and 2 Many DJs” (The Guardian), is the great synth pioneer who self-released eight nearly impossible-to-find albums between 1978 and 1985 in south-eastern Nigeria. He then became a born-again Christian and refused to speak about himself or his music. In 2013 David Byrne’s Luaka Bop label released the compilation, Who Is William Onyeabor?, to great acclaim after a frustrating five-year search to track the musician down. At tonight's show, a stellar cast of artists gathers to celebrate the mystery and genius of the man. Playing his music live for the first time, this is one of only two performances in the world. The line-up will be announced online soon.


goldfrapprock and poptue 1 aprdoors 7pm, £19.89, £25.26, £31.71 incl. bf

under 14s accompanied by an adult

tales of us With their sixth offering, Tales Of Us, Goldfrapp “return to the sound of the album that originally made them famous, 2000’s fantastically witchy Felt Mountain” (Pitchfork). Witness “something akin to a cross between the dreamlike mythopoeism of old folk tales and the lush cinematic arrangements of Michel Legrand” (The Independent).

russell watsonlight entertainmentthu 3 aprdoors 7pm, £26.88, £45.69, £64.50, £91.38 incl. bf


The self-styled “people’s tenor” shows off his “orotund voice” (BBC Music) with a new selection of songs written by famed musical theatre composers Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg (Les Misérables, Miss Saigon). This live show follows the release of Watson's latest album, Only One Man.

what the world needs nowclassicalfri 4 apr7.30pm, u18s £1.08, students £8.60, £15.05, £19.35, £23.65, £26.88 incl. bf

the music of burt bacharach with bournemouth symphony orchestraConductor: Richard BalcombeSoloists: Graham Bickley, Mary Carewe, Alison Jiear and Sarah LarkA quartet of star soloists celebrates 50 years of chart successes by one of the 20th century's most prolific and popular musicians.

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mokoombaworldsun 6 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £10.75 conc, £12.90 incl. bf

standing show

“A tsunami of energy, passion and spiritual force” (Financial Gazette) from Zimbabwe’s

freshest talent. This six-piece band from Victoria Falls creates “an irresistible mash-up of different styles that’s undeniably here and now” (WOMAD). The Guardian described their performance at London’s Jazz Café as “slick and engaging”.

Part of Making Tracks – series discounts available, please contact box office.

colston hall record faircommunitysat 5 apr & sat 7 jun10am-4pm, free

The biggest record fair in the South West returns with over 70 dealers plying their wares over three floors. Find rare and vintage LPs, 12” and 7” vinyl alongside CDs from most genres. Decks available to check out tunes before you buy and the Hall's cafe/bar will be open for a break from browsing. Feel free to bring tunes to trade or sell; most dealers are happy to strike a bargain.

susan boylelight entertainmentsat 5 apr7.30pm, sold out

She’s “the little lady you’d have a chat with over the garden fence” (The Scotsman) – albeit one who’s sold over 19 million albums worldwide, received two Grammy nominations and garnered 300 million YouTube hits for her legendary Britain’s Got Talent audition. Hear Susan Boyle perform some of her best-loved songs, including the record-breaking I Dreamed A Dream.


an evening with david sedariscomedysun 6 apr7pm, £21.50 incl. bf

The Guardian describes this critically-acclaimed author of Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family In Corduroy And Denim and Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls as “one of the finest comic talents currently living on the planet”. Tonight is a unique opportunity for UK audiences to hear Sedaris give a reading and to pick his mind in a Q&A afterwards. David will be signing books before and after the show.


business showcase south west 2014communitytue 8 aprfree daytime event

An event celebrating the best in commerce, innovation, creativity, enterprise and sustainability. There will be exhibitors, keynote speeches, discussions and networking. The daytime event (including a speech, and Q&A with Karren Brady) is followed by a special Only Connect networking event at 8pm. See the Only Connect website for evening ticket details.

benjamin clementinerock and popwed 9 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £15.05 incl. bf

seated show

North London newcomer Benjamin Clementine strikes out on his first UK tour

following his performance on BBC2’s Later… With Jools Holland last year. His songs “combine the hurt and danger of Nina Simone, Antony Hegarty's tremulous passion and Laura Mvula's boundary-straddling music,” says The Sunday Times.


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psycho live!classicalthu 10 apr7.30pm, £26.88 incl. bf

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Conductor Anthony Gabriele and the British Sinfonietta present a very special screening of Hitchcock’s 1960 classic, Psycho. Over 50 years after its release, Bernard Herrmann’s score is now widely revered. Hitchcock himself said that “33% of the effect of Psycho was due to the music” and even put the composer’s name before his own in the credits. For one ticket price, see Hitchcock's masterpiece on the big screen and experience a renowned live orchestra performing one of the most iconic, spine-tingling scores in cinema history. This show is only open to those over the age of 15.

bridie jackson and the arbourfolkfri 11 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £10.75 adv, £12.90 doors incl. bf

seated show

“The kind of beguiling, affable folk band whose sound feels so natural and inviting,

you wonder why your first listen wasn’t so much sooner” (7BitArcade). Jackson’s “beautiful yet haunting” (The Guardian) voice and the sparse, ethereal instrumentation create a sound that is “refreshingly unpretentious and movingly soulful” (The Telegraph).


bohemian legendsclassicalsat 12 apr7.30pm, u18s £1.08, students £8.60, £16.13, £22.58, £27.95, £33.33

philharmonia orchestra with bristol and gloucester choral societies Conductor: Jakub HrůšaPiano: Lukáš VondráčekSmetana Overture to The Bartered BrideDvořák Piano ConcertoJanáček Glagolitic MassOne of the world’s finest orchestras is joined by soloists and a full choir of over 200 voices.

foreignerrock and popfri 11 aprdoors 7pm, sold out

with europe and fm Soft rock behemoths Foreigner are joined by Europe and FM for a night of power ballads and euphoric anthems.

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suzy boggussfolkthu 17 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £19.35 incl. bf

seated show

On her new album, Lucky, “country music’s ‘It Hit Girl’” (Huffington Post) pays tribute

to legend Merle Haggard. The CMA, ACM and Grammy Award-winning star reinterprets some of the country rebel’s best-loved songs, including The Bottle Let Me Down, Silver Wings and Today I Started Loving You Again.

steve forbertfolksun 13 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £15.05 adv, £17.20 doors incl. bf

seated show

Perhaps best known for his 1979 hit Romeo’s Tune, Grammy-nominated

folk-rock troubadour Steve Forbert shows off his unmistakeable voice at this live show. “Forbert’s lyrics, at once knowing and naïve, are perfectly fitted to that voice, mirroring the charm of its peculiar grain,” says PopMatters.

daniel o’donnelllight entertainmentsun 13 apr7.30pm, £40.31, £42.46 incl. bf

Fan favourite ‘Wee Daniel’ treats us to a performance of the most popular tracks from his 30-year career. Hear the likes of I Just Wanna Dance With You, Morning Has Broken and Give A Little Love alongside tracks from his seventh album, Songs From The Movies And More.


angie stonerock and popwed 23 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £32.25 incl. bf

standing show

Neo-soul’s leading lady showcases her multi-award-winning voice as she performs live

with her full band. Singing tracks from all five of her platinum-selling albums, Stone showcases “the kind of range and strength … that the world hasn’t heard nearly enough of ” (The Guardian). Support from JP Cooper, Ms D and Radio 1Xtra's DJ Ace.


scott matthewsfolktue 22 aprthe lantern, doors 7.30pm, £15.59 incl. bf

seated show

With his debut single, Elusive, this Wolverhampton-born singer-songwriter

bagged perhaps the most prestigious prize in pop: the Ivor Novello Award for Best Song Both Musically And Lyrically. Following the release of his fourth album, Home Part 1, Matthews hits the live circuit to showcase that “throaty and slurred [voice that] most obviously recalls John Martyn” (The Guardian).

more like treesrock and popsat 19 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £5.38 incl. bf

standing show

Josh Whitehouse (guitar), Matt Whitehouse (cajon) and Lachlan Radford (double bass)

meld drum & bass, flamenco, hip-hop, electronica, dubstep and folk to create a unique acoustic sound they call “strum & bass”. The trio will play material from their album Roots, Shoots And Leaves. Support from Phil King. This is a Routes South West presentation.


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neil finnrock and popsat 26 apr7.30pm, £34.94 incl. bf


“Strong songs, beautifully articulated,” was the verdict of the Guardian following a preview performance of material from Finn’s new album, Dizzy Heights. Now the former Crowded House and Split Enz frontman is embarking on a worldwide tour to showcase the record in full. Expect “intricate mosaics of tones and textures coloured with hints of minimalism and electronica” (The Telegraph).

bristol ensembleclassicalfri 25 apr7.30pm, u18s £1.08, students £8.60, £16.13, £21.50, £26.88, £31.18 incl. bf

northern lights series: peter donohoe Conductor: Ben GernonPiano: Peter DonohoeJohan Halvorsen Scenes from Norwegian Fairy Tales Op. 37Edvard Grieg Piano Concerto in A minor Op. 16Edvard Grieg Peer Gynt Suites No. 1 Op. 46 and No. 2 Op. 55Series discounts available, please contact box office

joe driscoll & sekou kouyateworldthu 24 aprthe lantern, 8pm, £10.75 adv, £12.90 doors incl. bf

standing show

Their performance at the Hall last year was described as “a lesson in innovation”

(This Is Somerset) as the duo seamlessly fused Driscoll’s hip-hop/folk sounds with “inspired kora improvisation” (The Guardian) from Kouyate. The latter produces “an astonishing rapid-fire cascade of notes from the African harp”, says The Guardian.



the best in uk stand-upcomedysat 26 aprthe lantern, 8.30pm, £12.90 incl. bf

seated show

with paul sinha and guests “One-liners are delivered with the

crisp clarity of cut glass” (Metro) as the world’s only gay, Asian GP-turned-stand-up comedian headlines tonight’s show. This “tour de force of humour” (BBC Online) shares anecdotes from his unconventional life as he delivers a set that is “thoughtful, political and with no shortage of smart, knowing punchlines” (Chortle).

the michael nyman bandlight entertainmentmon 28 apr7.30pm, £19.89, £24.19, £26.34, £31.71, £37.63 incl. bf

The composer is perhaps best known for his award-winning score for The Piano, as well as his collaboration with filmmaker Peter Greenaway, which resulted in soundtracks for The Cook, The Thief, His Wife And Her Lover and Prospero’s Books. Nyman and his band perform some of his most recognisable work alongside new compositions. There will also be screenings of Nyman’s own films. Rescheduled from 5 November 2013.

chet fakerrock and popmon 28 aprthe lantern, doors 7pm, £8.06 incl. bf

over 14s only

“There’s roomy velveteen luxury in his arch ’90s R&B,” says NME of the lead

track from the Australian musician’s Thinking In Textures EP. Hear Faker perform songs from his debut album, Built On Glass, and luxuriate in his “downtempo, electronic soul sound” (Gigwise).

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families comedy

community

classical

jazz, folk & world

light entertainment

bristol plays music

rock and pop

moscow philharmonic orchestra

alun cochrane

jeff beck

hauschka

belinda carlisle

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soul acousticrock and popthu 1 maythe lantern, 8pm, £10.75 incl. bf

seated show

Hear the new stripped-down sound of British soul as Punch Records’

groundbreaking Soul Acoustic Tour rolls into town. Singer-songwriter Don-E and seven upcoming soul stars will perform acoustic sets, showcasing the very best of the British soul renaissance. DJ Ronnie Herel compères.

frank skinnercomedyfri 2 & sat 3 may7.30pm, £29.56 incl. bf

man in a suit The “clown prince of laddism smartens up his act” (The Guardian), losing the filth in favour of more sophisticated subject matter. In his first new comedy show for seven years, the West Midlander is “provocative, remorseless and very, very funny” (The Times). “You could put Skinner down in front of any audience at any time and he would have it in stitches,” says critic Waldemar Januszczak.

brian kennedyrock and popfri 2 maythe lantern, 8pm, £18.28 incl. bf

seated show

The Irish singer-songwriter and former coach on The Voice Of Ireland has shared

the stage with the likes of Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder and Jeff Buckley. Kennedy performs live following the release of A Love Letter To Joni, his “reverential” (Irish Independent) album of Joni Mitchell covers.



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Jeannie, Tarab Cuts and Cevdet Erek are supported by the PRS for Music Foundation

stephen johnson insight & english piano trioclassicaltue 6 maythe lantern, 7.30pm, £12.90 or £8.60 incl. bf

seated show

chamber concert: shostakovich Stephen Johnson Insight

Shostakovich Sonata Op. 40Shostakovich Piano Trio No. 2 Op. 67

A performance of Shostakovich’s haunted and haunting Piano Trio No. 2. Part of the Symphony Project. Ticket offer: £8.60 when bought with a ticket to Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra on 14 May (see page 21).

full english may fayrefamiliessun 4 mayfoyer/lantern, 10am-6pm, free

A day of folk-based fun for families. May Fayre, in partnership with the English Folk Dance and Song Society, is a day for adults and children to enjoy exploring English folk arts, traditional and modern. There will be performances, workshops, dancing and singing, a full-sized Maypole and some of the best folk artists from around the country.

an evening with dave swarbrickfolksun 4 maythe lantern, 8pm, £13.44 incl. bf

seated show

Fairport Convention’s Ashley Hutchings describes ‘Swarb’ as “the most influential

[British] fiddle player bar none”. In this intimate evening, the “elder statesman of English folk music” (The Journal) will play music, share anecdotes and answer your questions. Said The Maiden support. Part of the Full English May Fayre.

solarferencefolksun 4 maylantern, 3pm, free, ticket req.

seated show

Award-winning electronic musicians and singers Solarference perform a

live soundtrack to accompany the classic 1920 silent film Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde. Drawing on traditional folk songs and found sounds, the duo uses cutting-edge live sound manipulation to improvise and respond to the film as it unfolds.Part of the Full English May Fayre. This is a Routes South West presentation.


mind your music & help! counselling charity ballcommunitywed 7 maythe lantern, 8pm, conc. £3.23, £10.75 incl. bf

Fundraising event in aid of Mind Your Music and Help! Counselling. Mind Your

Music works to promote better mental health through the creation and performance of music in Bristol and the surrounding areas. Help! Counselling offers free counselling and support to 9 to 25-year-olds across the South West. Featuring the Mind Your Music Collective, With Nell And I, The PickUpS and special guests.

the noise next doorcomedythu 8 maythe lantern, 8pm, £13.98 incl. bf

over 16s only, seated show

The self-proclaimed premiere improv comedy troupe in the UK rely entirely

on audience suggestions to create “comedy gold” (Chortle). They delivered “more laughs per show than all the others in Edinburgh combined” (GQ) in a “staggeringly well-executed trip around the [improvised comedy] genre” (The Guardian). “This show is brilliant,” says Fringe Review.

ian andersonrock and poptue 6 may7.30pm, £30.10, £34.40 incl. bf

The voice and flute behind the legendary Jethro Tull plays songs from new album Homo Erraticus – “the next epic voyage into the progressive rock pantheon of strangeness”, as Anderson describes it. “It chronicles the weird imaginings of one Ernest T Parritt, as recaptured by the now middle-aged Gerald Bostock after a trip to Mathew Bunter’s Old Library Bookshop in Linwell village,” he says. You'll also hear some of Tull's greatest hits.


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debashish bhattacharyaworldmon 12 maythe lantern, 8pm, £10.75 conc, £12.90 incl. bf

seated show

“A perfect balance of poetry and virtuosity” (Evening Standard) from

the lap steel aficionado and innovative, improvisational performer, whom Songlines have named “the king of subcontinental slide”.

Part of Making Tracks – series discounts available, please contact box office.

brahms symphony cycleclassicalsat 10 may 1 & 2sun 11 may 3 & 47.30pm, £1.08 to £33.33 per concert incl. bf

bournemouth symphony orhcestra Conductor: Kirill KarabitsSat 10 MayBrahms Symphonies 1 & 2Sun 11 MayBrahms Symphonies 3 & 4Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra tackles Brahms' four symphonies over a two-night span.

oliver wilderock and popfri 9 maythe lantern, 8pm, £7.53 adv, £8.60 door incl. bf

standing show

“His debut album is one of the best we’ve heard so far this year,” said The Guardian

of A Brief Introduction To Unnatural Lightyears. Hot on the heels of his sophomore effort, the Bristol-based artist NME called “a Nick Drake for the 21st century” performs his self-styled “downer pop [and] tinsel rock”.



elvis presley on stagelight entertainmenttue 13 may8pm, £31.18, £34.40 incl. bf

See the King perform live in Las Vegas! This thrilling live show uses the latest technology to recreate one of Elvis’ classic live performances in Sin City. The rock ’n’ roll legend will perform via state-of-the-art video screens singing lead vocals and backed by a live band, singers and orchestra. Hear Love Me Tender, Hound Dog, All Shook Up, Blue Suede Shoes and more.

michael boltonrock and popmon 12 maydoors 7pm, £26.88, £42.46, £59.13 incl. bf


Global superstar Michael Bolton brings his 2014 UK tour to Colston Hall. The Grammy-nominated singer, who gave us hits like How Can We Be Lovers?, When A Man Loves A Woman and How Am I Supposed To Live Without You?, has sold more than 53 million albums and singles worldwide.

moscow philharmonic orchestraclassicalwed 14 may7.30pm, u18s £1.08, students £8.60, £16.13, £22.58, £27.95, £33.33 incl. bf

Conductor: Yuri SimonovPiano: Natasha ParemskiShostakovich Symphony No. 9Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 2Shostakovich Symphony No. 10In tonight's programme, Natasha Paremski “fearlessly embraces the extremes of tenderness and fierce passion” (The Guardian).

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The “English guitar hero” (LA Times) and “dynamic live performer” (Boston Globe) visits the Hall as part of his UK tour. Backed by Rhonda Smith (bass), Lizzie Ball (violin), Jonathan Joseph (drums) and Nicolas Meier (guitar), sit back and enjoy the Grammy Award-winning performer’s “guitar masterclass” (Consequence Of Sound).

jeff beckrock and popfri 16 may7.30pm, £37.09, £40.31 incl. bf

hauschka classical/rock and popthu 15 maythe lantern, 8pm, £14.51 incl. bf

seated show

“A rapturous exercise in acoustic ‘electronica’” (Uncut) as Düsseldorf-based pianist and

composer Hauschka performs work from new album Abandoned City. “The sounds that Bertelmann creates with(in) a piano are nothing short of astonishing” (Mojo) as the pianist performs “exquisite” (New York Times) miniatures, suites and improvisations.

don williamsrock and popthu 15 may7.30pm, £37.63, £42.46 incl. bf

Grammy-nominated country music legend Don Williams performs music from his new album, Reflections. Hear new material alongside the tracks that have made him a household name, like I Believe In You and You’re My Best Friend. Williams will be supported by Colin Chisholm from BBC’s The Voice. This is the final time Don will tour the UK.


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april

tue 1 goldfrapp p07

wed 2 atomic bomb: who is william… p06

thu 3 russell watson p07

fri 4 what the world needs now p07

sat 5 saturday sessions p41

sat 5 colston hall record fair p08

sat 5 discovering music: glagolitic mass

sat 5 susan boyle p08

sun 6 mokoomba p08

sun 6 an evening with david sedaris p09

tue 8 business showcase south west p09

wed 9 benjamin clementine p09

thu 10 psycho live! p10

fri 11 foreigner p11

fri 11 bridie jackson and the arbour p11

sat 12 bohemian legends p11

sun 13 daniel o'donnell p12

sun 13 steve forbert p12

tue 15 rainy day records showcase

thu 17 suzy bogguss p12

sat 19 more like trees p13

tue 22 scott matthews p13

wed 23 angie stone p13

thu 24 joe driscoll & sekou kouyate p14

fri 25 bristol ensemble p14

sat 26 get inspired p41

sat 26 neil finn p14

sat 26 the best in uk stand-up p15

sun 27 south gloucestershire music hub

mon 28 the michael nyman band p15

mon 28 chet faker p15

may

thu 1 soul acoustic p17

fri 2 frank skinner: man in a suit p17

fri 2 brian kennedy p17


sat 3 discovering music: brahms

sat 3 frank skinner: man in a suit p17

sun 4 solarference p18

sun 4 full english may fayre p18

sun 4 an evening with dave swarbrick p18

tue 6 stephen johnson insight… p18

tue 6 ian anderson p19

wed 7 mind your music & help!… p19

thu 8 the noise next door p19

fri 9 oliver wilde p20

sat 10 brahms symphony cycle 1 & 2 p20

sun 11 brahms symphony cycle 3 & 4 p20

mon 12 debashish bhattacharya p20

mon 12 michael bolton p21

tue 13 elvis presley on stage p21

wed 14 moscow philharmonic orchestra p21

thu 15 don williams p22

thu 15 hauschka p22

fri 16 jeff beck p22

fri 16 dele sosima afrobeat… p23

sat 17 i'm sorry i haven't a clue p23

sat 17 the best in uk stand-up p23

sun 18 bristol ensemble p23

mon 19 belinda carlisle p24

thu 22 sarah leonard p24

fri 23 phronesis p24

sun 25 bristol acoustic music festival p24

tue 27 emmylou harris p25

thu 29 matmos p25

fri 30 idles p25

sat 31 breakin' convention p26

june

tue 3 jill and kate p28

wed 4 clarinet in close-up p28

thu 5 gareth malone p28

fri 6 flying lotus p29

sat 7 get inspired p41


sat 7 colston hall record fair p08

sat 7 steely dan by nearly dan p29

sun 8 martin and eliza carthy p29

tue 10 angel olsen p30

thu 12 trouble in the fields p30

fri 13 the best in uk stand-up p30

sat 14 talvin singh p31

thu 19 bsms concert

fri 20 bsms concert

sat 21 colston praise p31

sat 21 piano triets p31

sun 22 gymfusion next generation p32

thu 26 worbey and farrell p32

thu 26 jazz at lincoln center orchestra p33

fri 27 south gloucestershire schools

sat 28 dumaszinhaz bristol p32

july

various nokia mixradio terrace sessions p37


sat 5 gurt lush choir p35

wed 9 the ben folds orchestral… p35

thu 10 caitlin moran p36

fri 11 rhys darby p36

sat 26 classical extravaganza p36

august

various nokia mixradio terrace sessions p37

sun 3 bravo bristol p39

sat 9 national children's orchestra… p39

mon 18 producer uncovered p39

tue 19 what the ladybird heard p40

wed 20 what the ladybird heard p40

thu 21 what the ladybird heard p40

fri 22 what the ladybird heard p40

sat 23 what the ladybird heard p40

sun 24 what the ladybird heard p40

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Colston Hall’s stalls and terrace bars open one hour before shows begin and remain open throughout. We serve a range of drinks in comfortable surroundings, the highlight being our third floor terrace bar.

colston st. bar & kitchen

With a menu influenced by America and Europe and beers produced locally by Bath Ales, Colston st. bar & kitchen is the perfect spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a great place to meet friends before a show.

Food served all day every day.

@[email protected]: 0117 204 7131Monday-Saturday 8am-11pm; Sunday 10am-10.30pm

gordito

Our take on the charcuterie and tapas bars of Barcelona's 'La Boqueria' Market. We’ve sourced some of the best cured meats and artisan cheeses from home and further afield. To compliment these fantastic products we have a drinks list that has been influenced by Spain: 12 wines all available by the glass, a selection of sherries, ports and bottled beers reminiscent of your last beach holiday.

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i’m sorry i haven’t a cluecomedysat 17 may2.30pm and 7.30pm, £26.88 incl. bf

seated show

Following sell-out tours in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010, BBC Radio’s multi-award-winning, self-styled antidote to panel games heads back on the road. Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Jeremy Hardy and host Jack Dee present an evening of inspired nonsense. “They have now become the National Theatre of fun,” says the Daily Telegraph.

dele sosimi afrobeat experienceworldfri 16 maythe lantern, 8pm, £10.75 incl. bf

standing show

with bristol afrobeat projectOne of Afrobeat’s originators brings his

Afrobeat Experience to the Hall. Dele Sosimi joined Fela Kuti’s band in the late 1970s and spent seven years playing at the legendary all-night Shrine sessions in Lagos. The mighty 12-piece Bristol Afrobeat Project will also perform a repertoire of new material.

bristol ensembleclassicalsun 18 may7.30pm, u18s £1.08, students £8.60, £16.13, £21.50, £26.88, £31.18 incl. bf

northern lights series: andrei gavrilov Piano: Andrei GavrilovMussorsgky A Night On The Bare MountainRachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor Op. 30Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor Op. 23Series discounts available, please contact box office.

the best in uk stand-upcomedysat 17 maythe lantern, 8.30pm, £13.98 incl. bf

with alun cochrane and guests Headlining tonight is Alun Cochrane who,

says the Comedy Store, “is a no-nonsense comedian who specialises in funny nonsense”. Nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2004 Perrier Awards, Cochrane now appears on Frank Skinner’s Absolute Radio Show every Saturday morning. “Watching his show is like being in the pub with your funniest friend,” says The Telegraph.


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sarah leonard classicalthu 22 maythe lantern, 8pm, £12 incl. bf

seated show

with the bristol ensemble Soprano Sarah Leonard is joined by pianist

Stephen Gutman and members of the Bristol Ensemble to perform a selection of songs by members of the Severnside Composers’ Alliance (SCA). Part of the SCA concert series - discountsavailable, please contact box office.

belinda carlislerock and popmon 19 maydoors 7pm, £31.71 incl. bf

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It’s been over 25 years since the former Go-Go’s lead singer and “one-time pop supernova” (NME) reached number one with Heaven Is A Place On Earth, but “she still has an amazing ability to hit the highest notes again and again” (Nottingham Post).

phronesisjazzfri 23 maythe lantern, 8pm, £16.13 incl. bf

seated show

“This pan-European outfit … [create] an insular, self-contained sound, but a

devastatingly effective one,” says The Guardian of Danish bassist Jasper Høiby, Swedish drummer Anton Eger and British pianist Ivo Neame. They are “the most exciting and imaginative piano trio since EST” (Jazzwise).

bristol acoustic music festivalfolksun 25 mayfoyer/lantern/hall, doors 12pm, £23.65 for bmin members, £26.88 incl. bf

“If you guessed the Bristol Acoustic Music Festival was a buttoned-down, sandal-brigade set-up, guess again” (Venue). At this 11th annual event, Bristol label Jelli Records presents a platter of local music acts and national names, including BAFTA-nominated comedian Richard Digance, “the renaissance man of English folk” (Irish Times) Chris Wood and “eccentric rockers” (The Guardian) Stackridge.


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emmylou harrisrock and poptue 27 may7.30pm, £36.01, £41.39 incl. bf

Hear “one of the great voices of country music” (The Telegraph) as Emmylou Harris visits Colston Hall with Daniel Lanois to celebrate the reissue of her groundbreaking album, Wrecking Ball. The New York Times calls it a “beautiful, eerie album” while Mojo says it “sounds like a window on Harris’ soul”.

matmosrock and popthu 29 maythe lantern, 8pm, £15.05 incl. bf

seated show

“Matmos has made a career-long game of devising increasingly outré frameworks for

its records,” says Pitchfork. For latest album The Marriage Of True Minds, Drew Daniel and Martin Schmidt attempted to telepathically communicate the concept of their album to their subjects. “[It] heralds a return to form,” says BBC Music.

idlesrock and popfri 30 maythe lantern, 8pm, £6.45 incl. bf

standing show

A Routes South West presentation by New Generation takeover featuring Idles and

Casimir. “This kind of band are a dying breed,” says Listomania of Idles, who will perform material from their new EP at this home town show. Casimir, and special guests in support.



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breakin' conventiondancesat 31 maymain show 7.30pm, daytime foyer events, u18s £10.21, £16.13 incl. bf

“Breakin’ Convention confirms hip-hop as one of the social and artistic forces of our time,” says The Guardian of this renowned project. Local crews share the stage with international superstars of the discipline including ILL-Abilities (the five-man crew with physical disabilities) and France’s eight-strong Wanted Posse. RADA-trained choreographer Ukweli Roach will also present his new work.

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martin and eliza carthy

talvin singh angel olsen

flying lotus

nearly dan

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gareth malonelight entertainmentthu 5 jun7.30pm, £23.65, £31.18, £38.70 incl. bf

the live tour The choral animateur, singer and presenter of BBC’s The Choir (the programme that gave us the chart-topping Military Wives Choir) heads out on tour with his brand new group. Their debut album features covers of contemporary hits like Keane’s Hamburg Song, White Winter Hymnal by Fleet Foxes and Alicia Keys’ Sleeping With A Broken Heart.

clarinet in close-upclassicalwed 4 junthe lantern, 8pm, conc £7, £10 incl bf

seated show

featuring mary barrett – clarinet The Severnside Composers’ Alliance

(SCA), CoMA Bristol and virtuoso clarinettist Mary Barrett bring you cutting-edge music for solo clarinet and small ensemble. The programme will also include work by members of SCA and CoMA Bristol. Part of the SCA concert series - discounts available, please contact box office.

jill and katerock and poptue 3 junthe lantern, 8pm, £7.53 incl bf

seated show

This country-pop duo from Nashville cut their teeth touring the world with Kelly

Clarkson as her backing vocalists before striking out on their own. The duo will perform live following the release of their new album, which is produced by Dave Welsh of The Fray.



flying lotus & thundercatrock and popfri 6 jun7.30pm, £19.35 incl. bf

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“This one will blow your head apart,” said NME of the artist otherwise known as Steven Ellison’s 2012 album, Until The Quiet Comes. “He has been called a Hendrix for the electronica generation, but might more appositely be compared to DJ Shadow” (The Guardian). Captain Murphy supports.

steely dan by nearly danfolksat 7 junthe lantern, 8pm, £16.13 incl. bf

standing show

Less tribute and more homage, the 10-strong band Nearly Dan perform the

meticulously-crafted songs of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. All the Steely Dan favourites are covered in this two-hour show, including Peg, Reelin’ In The Years and Hey Nineteen. “Those sassy, cynical songs were given life by their sheer enthusiasm and passion for playing,” says the Financial Times.

martin and eliza carthyfolksun 8 junthe lantern, 8pm, £17.20 incl. bf

seated show

He’s “arguably the greatest English folk song performer, writer, collector and editor

of them all” (Q) while she’s “been giving blood transfusions to traditional British folk for the best part of 20 years” (BBC Music). Now this formidable father-daughter duo have combined to present music from their new album, Elephant.


angel olsenrock and poptue 10 junthe lantern, 8pm, £8.60 incl. bf

standing show

“Her palette is a mixture of the great, lost singer Connie Converse, Jason

Molina’s old-timey drama, Bill Callahan’s terrific and unsettling ability to shift between dourness and comfort, and Nina Nastasia’s graceful lope” (Pitchfork). No wonder Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy is such a fan of the St Louis native.

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best in uk stand upcomedyfri 13 junthe lantern, 8.30pm, £12.90 incl. bf

seated show

with chris martin and guests Not Gwyneth Paltrow’s other half,

obviously – rather “one of the UK's top observationalists” (The Guardian) who sold out his debut show at Edinburgh Fringe in 2011. The Sunday Times believes this keen observer is “destined for greatness” as he uses his twisted logic to tackle ‘earth-shattering’ problems.

trouble in the fieldsfolkthu 12 junthe lantern, 8pm, £12.90 incl. bf

seated show

the songs of nanci griffith featuring the kennedys

Musicians and producers Pete and Maura Kennedy pay musical tribute to their friend, colleague and “country music icon” (The Guardian), Nanci Griffith. Joined by special guest Edwina Hayes, the duo will perform songs from Griffith’s illustrious career, including I Wish It Would Rain, Gulf Coast Highway and, of course, Trouble In The Fields.


colston praisecommunitysat 21 jun7.30pm, £13.98 incl. bf, conc. available

The Colston Praise Choir join the Cambrensis Choir and Orchestra to perform a programme of Christian music of many styles and moods. Colston Praise Choir was formed during 2013 and draws its members from churches throughout the Bristol area. The Cambrensis Choir, drawn from churches in South Wales, was formed in 1982 and has performed extensively in Europe and the USA, singing a range of Christian music and major classical works.

talvin singh worldsat 14 junthe lantern, 8pm, £21.50 incl. bf

seated show

bombay talkiesAs part of a one-off tour to celebrate 100

years of Indian cinema, Talvin Singh is joined by sitarist Roopa Panesar and Not So Silent Movies to completely improvise and perform new scores to two classics of Indian cinema: Dadasaheb Phalke’s Raja Harishchandra and Academy Award-winner Satyajit Ray’s Palme D’or-nominated Devi (The Goddess).


piano trietsclassicalsat 21 junthe lantern, 8pm, conc £7, £10 incl bf

seated show

three is the magic numberFollowing the success of its 2012 event,

Triets return to perform a programme of music for three pianists and one piano. The pianists will play music by living composers from Russia, Greece, Argentina, Germany, Australia and the UK and their dazzling finger-work will be shown in a live video display. Part of the SCA concert series - discounts available, please contact box office.

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dumaszinhaz bristol comedysat 28 junthe lantern, 8pm, £20.43 incl. bf

seated show

with tibor bodocs He studied to be an actor and then a

literacy teacher, but thankfully Tibor Bodocs became a comedian. Always prepared with a quote from famed Czech author Hrabal, this Karinthy Ring-awarded Hungarian comedian brings pub stories, politics and humour to The Lantern.

gymfusion next generationcommunitysun 22 jun12.30pm and 4pm, £7.53 adv, £9.68 doors, £10.75 conc, £12.90 incl. bf

Display your skills and talents as part of a team during British Gymnastics’ non-competitive, fun and friendly festival. GymFusion brings together gymnasts, the public and the community in a series of exciting and creative performances from participants of all ages, abilities and disciplines.

worbey and farrellcomedythu 26 junthe lantern, 8pm, £16.13 incl. bf

seated show

deviations on a piano “Take two concert pianists and some of the

finest music ever written, sprinkle with wit – and you have this classy entertainment” (Edinburgh Festivals). Steven Worbey and Kevin Farrell perform everything from Rachmaninov’s 18th Variation to Saint-Saëns’ Carnival Of The Animals complete with their own verse. “Exquisite musical virtuosity, utter stupidity and rapier wit,” says Chortle.

jazz at lincoln center orchestrajazzthu 26 jun7.30pm, £29.56, £34.94, £39.78 incl. bf

with wynton marsalisThe Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and its musical director Wynton Marsalis celebrate the 75th birthday of iconic jazz record label Blue Note. Hear big band arrangements of unforgettable classics from the treasure trove of a label that's been home to a host of major jazz stars down the decades, from Herbie Hancock to Bud Powell and more.


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ben folds

gurt lush classical extravaganza

caitlin moran

rhys darby

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the ben folds orchestral experiencerock and popwed 9 jul8pm, £31.18, £37.63, £42.46 incl. bf

with royal northern sinfoniaThe multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter joins the Royal Northern Sinfonia on stage to perform his new classical piano concerto alongside a selection of his most popular hits. Ben Folds is perhaps best known as the frontman and pianist of Ben Folds Five, whose hits included Brick and Army.

gurt lush choircommunitysat 5 jul7.30pm, £10.75, u18s £2.15 incl. bf

a night at the movies: morricone & friends A celebration of film music from over half a century, including tracks from Frozen, The Good, The Bad And The Ugly, The Passion Of The Christ and more. Created by The Greatness Of The Magnificence Fantasy Orchestra, St Mary Redcliffe All-Star Symphonia and the 250-strong Gurt Lush Choir.



caitlin morancomedythu 10 jul7.30pm, £21.50 incl. bf

Spend an evening with the “witty, wise and wonderful” (Lauren Laverne) award-winning columnist, critic and bestselling author of How To Be A Woman and Moranthology. Moran will discuss what it is to be a woman, feminism and anything else that happens to pop up. “She is a genuinely original talent,” says Germaine Greer.

classical extravaganzaclassicalsat 26 jul7.30pm, u18s £1, students £8, £16, £23, £28, £33 incl. bf

bournemouth symphony orchestraBack by popular demand, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra delivers a programme of the best of classical music with spectacular lasers and indoor fireworks. The programme includes Johann Strauss’ Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, Tchaikovsky’s Waltz and Polonaise from Eugene Onegin and the Candide Overture by Bernstein. Early bird discounts available if booked before 25 April. Concessions available.

rhys darbycomedyfri 11 jul8pm, £21.50 incl. bf

over 16s only

mr adventure“High-energy physical comedy and sound effects prevail” (Time Out Chicago) as the “loose-limbed, physical clown” (Chortle), perhaps best known for his role as Murray in Flight Of The Conchords, shares fantastical tales from his global travels. Jim Carrey reckons this Kiwi comic “has that Peter Sellers madness inside him” while Time Out says his “physicality and vocal dexterity set him apart”.

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nokia mixradio terrace sessionsrock and popvariousthird floor terrace

In a new partnership with Nokia MixRadio, Colston Hall presents a series of summer sessions in 2014. Featuring sets from up and coming talent as well as more established artists, the sessions will take place on Colston Hall’s sun-drenched third floor terrace with its stunning views of the city. Tickets to these exclusive sessions will be limited, so please check regularly on the Colston Hall website for updates.


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what the ladybird heard

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bravo bristollight entertainmentsun 3 aug7.30pm, £10.75 incl. bf

Hear the story of Bristol and the West Country’s involvement in the First World War. This tribute, which includes music and sketches, highlights the brave men and women from the region who answered the call of duty during the Great War.

producer uncoveredadvanced coursebristol plays musicmon 18 – fri 22 aug£180 incl. bf

from concept to dubplateA week-long intensive advanced music production course for musicians with a sound understanding of music production techniques. Participants will bring their own track to be mixed and mastered, develop a remix and then cut a dubplate.

national children’s orchestras of great britainclassicalsat 9 aug7pm, u16s £5.38, £10.75, £16.13, £19.35 incl. bf

conductor natalia luis-bassa“A magnificent concert” (Classic FM) is promised as the nation’s most talented young musicians take on a distinctly grown-up programme of classic music. The young musicians – all aged 14 and under – perform a renowned concert repertoire explored at their recent summer course.


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what the ladybird heardfamiliestue 19 – sun 24 augtimes vary, £12.36 incl. bf, group offer: buy 10 tickets and get one free

Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird and a whole farmyard of fun awaits as Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ award-winning book comes to the stage. With live music, original songs, puppetry and lots of interactive fun, this production is a fantastic family treat and an ideal introduction to theatre for children aged three and over.


bristol plays musicnokia mixradio remix academyA creative development programme for 7-25 year olds

get inspired!7-10 year olds Saturdays, 10.30am-12noon Create. Discover. Explore. Inspire.Get Inspired! Saturday mornings lay the essential foundations for the start of your child’s musical journey through music making, performance, storytelling and interactive play.

saturday sessions11-18 year oldsSaturdays, 10am-1.30pm in unicorns Studios Songwriting and music technology workshops where young aspiring artists can get expert help and guidance to develop the musical talent and skills they will need to

forge a career in the music industry. Activities include singing, guitar, drums, music production, DJing, MCing, keyboards, band skills and performance techniques

new generation takeover16-25 year oldsGet involved with our young event producers and programmers initiative. Learn all aspects of running events including programming bands and acts, promotion, artist liaison and stage management.

For more information and costs see www.colstonhall.org/bristol-plays-music or email [email protected]

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