THE MANCHESTER CAMERATA CONCERT EXPERIENCE
Presenting a diverse programme of music, with world-famous soloists and consistently high quality performances in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere just isn’t enough for Manchester Camerata! We aim to make the experience of going to a concert as accessible and enjoyable as possible.
We pride ourselves on the pleasure our performances create for everyone involved. This comes from the huge enthusiasm and commitment of the musicians and a whole range of concert add-ons, from relaxed musical accompaniment during your mingling in the foyer to erudite talks by eminent experts.
DOWNLOAD YOUR PROGRAMME
Keep an eye out on our main Manchester and regional residencies concert pages for programme downloads. These will usually be available a couple of days before the performance and are absolutely free!
Pre-Concert Extras
TALKING POINT
Learn more about the music being performed at free pre-concert concert talks before many concerts in our main Manchester and regional residency series. Experts in the field, musicians of the Orchestra, soloists, composers and conductors give entertaining insights into the program you are about to hear. These talks offer a unique opportunity to meet, talk to and find out more about some of the world-class musicians involved in the concert. Come along and discover more about our wide-ranging repertoire and develop new musical knowledge. You are sure to learn something new!
Pre-concert talks commence an hour before the concert and are, where possible, held in the Auditorium, lasting for approximately 30 minutes.
PRE-CONCERT PERFORMANCES
Education and life-long learning are at the heart of Manchester Camerata’s portfolio. We frequently integrate the results of workshops and projects, involving groups from all sections of the community, into our pre-concert activities. These performances showcase the product of a selection of our learning work, giving children the chance to share their experience of working with Camerata, serving as a curtain raiser to the evening’s concert.
Post-Concert Extras
ENCORE
Don’t rush home after the concert! Wind down, mingle and grab a drink while you enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable Encore performance in the stalls bar at The Bridgewater Hall or The Crewe Lyceum Theatre. Manchester Camerata musicians will entertain you with their own choice of music, starting about 10 minutes after the concert.