December performances at the Bramall
Before the festive season break begins, there's plenty of performances taking place at the Bramall Music Building which are open for all staff to enjoy.
Perfect for some lunchtime or post work entertainment, each of the performances offer something different to suit everyone's taste.
Check out some of the highlights for December:
Adelphi Quartet – Barber Lunchtime Concert
Friday 1 December, 1pm - 1:50pm
Elgar Concert Hall
The final Barber Lunchtime Concert of this term welcomes Adelphi Quartet, a prize-winning string quartet supported by YCAT. The concert will feature music by Stravinsky and Beethoven. It is free to come along to, just turn up and take a seat!
University Jazz Orchestra feat. Gabriella Liandu
Friday 1 December, 7:30pm
Elgar Concert Hall
Zambian-Scottish singer and songwriter, Gabriella Liandu, joins the University Jazz Orchestra for an evening performing her latest music, with jazz orchestra arrangements by Jonathan Silk. The concert forms a part of the University’s Culture Forward initiative: Our City of Stories.
Philharmonic Orchestra
Sunday 3 December, 3pm - 5pm
Elgar Concert Hall
The Music Society's Philharmonic Orchestra bring us mythical creatures through a programme including a witches' sabbath at Bald Mountain and Kikimora, a Slavic female house spirit.
Grit and Soul – Soul City Arts Concert
Friday 8 December, 7:30pm
Elgar Concert Hall
Birmingham street-artist and curator Mohammed Ali tells the story of the city, celebrating the graft that is embedded in its DNA. Digital visuals are presented alongside performances from celebrated storyteller and author Polarbear and spoken-word artist Ayan Aden, all underpinned by lush soundscapes created by vocalist Cleveland Watkiss. You can register to attend on the event page.
University Carol Service
Monday 11 December, 6pm
The Great Hall
Join us for the annual University Carol Service to celebrate the Christmas season! The University’s Multifaith Chaplaincy lead the service, with festive music from the University Upper Voices, conducted by Mariana Rosas.