Pride launches annual chamber music series

Manchester Pride is launching its upcoming annual Chamber Music series from Monday 22 to Friday 26 August, at the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Manchester University from 1pm.

The Chamber Music series is now in its fourth consecutive year, celebrating LGB composers, combining internationally renowned performers and young local talent.

This year's series includes performances by the Iranian-born harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani, acclaimed pianist Martin Roscoe, baritone Geof Dolton and the exciting and vibrant Manchester Pride Ensemble. There's also another world première from Manchester Pride's own composer-in-association, Marc Yeats, which will be performed by flautist Kevin Gowland and violist David Aspin on Tuesday 23 August.

The series' curator, Les Pratt said: "Manchester Pride Chamber Music is unique in providing an outlet for classical music lovers at an LGBT Pride event. It brings musicians from all over the world together to perform high-quality music for all to hear and enjoy."

Jackie Crozier, festival Director of Manchester Pride said: "Manchester Pride Chamber Music is one of most exciting and long-running Fringe events, bringing people together through the love of music. We are thrilled to have such wonderful performers with us again this year, and are so grateful to them all for giving their time and their talents for free."

Tickets for this years events are free and will be available on the door at Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, however If you would like to book in advance please do not hesitate to phone 0843 208 0500 (Mon-Sun, 10am – 8pm) or order online at www.quaytickets.com

Published: 11-Aug-2011: (653)