The Stage is set, the keys are polished and the cameras are poised – the Leeds International Piano Competition is back with a resounding flourish in 2024!
Join us for a celebration of unparalleled talent and a glimpse into the future of classical brilliance. Feel the energy, experience the passion and witness The Leeds’ next generation of pianists embark on their competition journey.
16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices with 1 aim: to make classical music wickedly funny and fantastically exhilarating for everyone, young and old.
Graffiti Classics burst the elitist boundaries of the traditional string quartet with their hilarious all-singing, all-dancing musical comedy show.
The Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band is regarded by many as the best and most consistent 'public subscription band' in the world.
In its time, all of the premier band championships have been held by ‘Briggus’, whilst the band has also attracted a formidable reputation for highly entertaining concerts for both the general public and brass band connoisseur.
A secular choir performing the best of soul, pop and gospel.
Performing songs in a gospel vocal style, featuring material that people may not expect, the choir’s repertoire is a varied range of upbeat pop and soul blended with examples of classic gospel. The Motown Gospel Choir is a choir that draws on the tradition of gospel singing producing music that is contemporary and relevant to modern day tastes.
In this spellbinding night of music celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time, The Phantoms take us on a magical journey through iconic shows such as Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, West Side Story, Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, and of course, The Phantom of the Opera.
Handel: Overture to 'Rinaldo'.
Handel: Concerto for organ and orchestra in F major 'The Cuckoo and the Nightingale'.
CPE Bach: Symphony in D major with (12) obligato wind parts.
Schubert: Symphony No 6, the 'Little C major' D589.
Featuring:
- City of Leeds Youth Training Wind Orchestra (CLYTWO)
- City of Leeds Youth Wind Orchestra (CLYWO)
Tickets – free of charge
Doors open from 6:30pm.
Featuring:
City of Leeds Youth Training Orchestra
Leeds Schools Brass Ensemble
Leeds Schools String Orchestra
Roots Alive
Adults - £7
U18s - Free
This concert is a chance for parents to experience the tour concerts. It also celebrates CLYO’s accomplishments this year and those Y13’s who are leaving us.
Tickets – free of charge for all
Doors open at 7pm.
For the first time since 1999, we are opening the doors of the Purana Gurudwara to invite you in for a mid-summer music dream.
This beautiful, history laden space will host the 13th Summer Solstice Festival dedicated to classical music traditions synonymous with Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Taking you on a spectacular music experience are talented torchbearers of the classical music tradition from the UK, India, and Australia.