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Centrepiece at Symphony Hall
Symphony Hall
Fabulous Treasure Troves: Symphony Hall and Town Hall are hosting ‘Centrepiece’ Jewellery Selling Exhibition from 12 November to 23 December 2008 Building on ten years of sparkling success, ‘Centrepiece’ is again bringing Birmingham a unique dual-site shopping experience for the six weeks leading up to Christmas. With at least 30 different contemporary designer maker collections of the highest standard on show in the foyers you can treat yourself or your family and friends. The exquisite handmade pieces are catering for a very wide range of budgets. This year’s novelty will be an exciting collaboration of six ‘Centrepiece’ jewellery designers and six regional glass artists, showcased at the Town Hall foyer. Opening times: Symphony Hall (Tuesday 11th November at 5.00pm until 23rd December at 10:30pm, open daily from 10:30am to 10:30pm) Town Hall (Wednesday 12th November at 10:30am until 23rd December at 10.30pm, open on most days, please check the Town Hall calendar of events)
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Centrepiece at Town Hall
Town Hall
Fabulous Treasure Troves: Symphony Hall and Town Hall are hosting ‘Centrepiece’ Jewellery Selling Exhibition from 12th November to 23rd of December 2008. Building on ten years of sparkling success, ‘Centrepiece’ is again bringing Birmingham a unique dual-site shopping experience for the six weeks leading up to Christmas. With at least 30 different contemporary designer maker collections of the highest standard on show in the foyers you can treat yourself or your family and friends. The exquisite handmade pieces are catering for a very wide range of budgets. This year’s novelty will be an exciting collaboration of six ‘Centrepiece’ jewellery designers and six regional glass artists, showcased at the Town Hall foyer. Opening times: Symphony Hall (Tuesday 11th November at 5.00pm until 23rd December at 10:30pm, open daily from 10:30am to 10:30pm) Town Hall (Wednesday 12th November at 10:30am until 23rd December at 10.30pm, open on most days, please check the Town Hall calendar of events)
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An Evening with Zucchero
Wed 3 Dec Symphony Hall
Zucchero is a multi-million-selling Italian singer-songwriter, a global rock star who has released over 13 albums and sold alltogether over 25m. He performs at all the biggest charity events on the planet and is now releasing a best of spanning from 1986 to the present. He is the only artist to have had 3 number 1 singles in 3 different languages, Il Volo (Italian), Feels like a Woman (English), Baila Morena (Spanish).
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Birmingham Community Foundation Christmas Carol Concert
Wed 3 Dec Town Hall
Following last year's sell out event at Town Hall, this year's Christmas Carol Concert will include _The Snowman Suite_, exctracts from Thcaikovsky's _Nutcracker_ Suite and _Deck the Halls_ plus much more. Held in aid of the Birmingham Community Foundation. For further information please visit www.bhamfoundation.co.uk/newsfs.html £20, £25
*Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra* *Adrian Goldberg* compere *Michael Lloyd* conductor *Choir of St Peter's Collegiate Church, Wolverhampton*
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Oleta Adams
Thu 4 Dec Symphony Hall
The legendary Oleta Adams makes a welcome return to the UK in an evening of Gospel and Christmas classics. In a rare concert appearance outside of the US, this unforgettable artist combines her perennial hits with uplifting gospel favourites and soulful ballads, bringing her own soul-stamped signature to the festive season with _Winter Wonderland_ and _Let It Snow_ together with special arrangements of traditional carols. Oleta also shares new material from her eagerly anticipated Gospel album, and sings her renowned interpretation of _Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me_ together with the hauntingly beautiful _Get Here_ from the platinum selling _Circle of One_. Backed by some of America’s finest musicians and The Kingdom Choir, Oleta’s unique vocal style effortlessly blends Gospel with Jazz, and Soul with Rhythm & Blues in an evening not to be missed! "www.oletaadams.com":http://oletaadams.com
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Handel's Messiah City of Birmingham Choir
Fri 5 Dec Symphony Hall
Christmas would not be Christmas without the City of Birmingham Choir’s highly acclaimed performances of Messiah. Birmingham’s festive season gets underway with our two inspiring performances of Handel’s epic, moving _Oratorio_ - as fresh today as it was in Handel’s time.
*City of Birmingham Choir* *City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra* *Adrian Lucas* conductor *Thomas Trotter* harpsichord *David Newsholme* organ
*Handel* Messiah 120'
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Perfection Street dance
Fri 5 Dec Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre
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Tweedeleededeedee, Sir Ru Barb & the Green Wolf
Sat 6 Dec Town Hall
The Destroyers combine engaging narrative, song and music in this original tale that introduces a handful of memorable characters, raises important questions and encourages audience participation in a fun-packed session. Written by Paul Murphy, scored by Frank Moon. 11am - 11.45am Fun-filled interactive workshop 12 noon - 1pm Main performances, with audience participation Recommended for children aged 6 and over. www.thedestroyers.co.uk www.jigsawbridge.com
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Proms Night Spectacular! British Police Symphony Orchestra
Sat 6 Dec Symphony Hall
The British Police Symphony Orchestra return once more for their annual Last Night celebration. This year's programme includes Bernstein's Candide Overture and a selection from West Side Story, before launching into their traditional Last Night Spectacular complete with fireworks! Singing voices compulsory at one of Birmingham's best-loved concerts.
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University of Birmingham Choir & Orchestra
Sat 6 Dec Town Hall
The power of music to move human passion is the subject of this ode in praise of Cecilia, music's patron saint. Handel's setting of Dryden's words, which refer to Alexander the Great, explores the whole gamut of emotion in truly thrilling style.
*Colin Timms* conductor *Jenny Carson*, *Hannah McFarland* sopranos *Robert Gardiner* tenor *George Humphreys* bass
*Handel* Alexander’s Feast
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Birmingham Jazz Season - A double bill with Blink & Dan Nicholls Quartet
Sat 6 Dec Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre
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Notelets Noël Notelets 11am
Sun 7 Dec Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre
Noël Notelets - a mini concert for 3-5 year olds and their families. ’Tis the season to be jolly, with festive music and children’s Christmas songs. Please note this performance is currently sold out. Clicking on the below link will take you to the booking page if any returns are available. Alternatively you can call the Box Office on 0121 780 3333 to enquire.
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Notelets Noël Notelets 2pm
Sun 7 Dec Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre
Noël Notelets - a mini concert for 3-5 year olds and their families. ’Tis the season to be jolly, with festive music and children’s Christmas songs. Please note this performance is currently sold out. Clicking on the below link will take you to the booking page if any returns are available. Alternatively you can call the Box Office on 0121 780 3333 to enquire.
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A Boy Was Born Britten at Christmas
Sun 7 Dec Town Hall
Britten is widely regarded as the leading British composer of the 20th century. Ex Cathedra begins its festive celebrations with a performance of his best-loved Christmas repertoire - A Boy Was Born, St Nicolas and A Ceremony of Carols - in collaboration with Ex Cathedra's fellow Town Hall Associate Artist, the Orchestra of the Swan. The concert also features Ex Cathedra's Academy of Vocal Music. £30, £23.50, £15, £8.50 60plus, unwaged, groups of 11 or more, £27.50, £21, £13, £7 _“Textures glittered throughout”_ *The Birmingham Post* Visit Ex Cathedra's website by clicking "here":http://www.ex-cathedra.org/
*Ex Cathedra Choir* *Orchestra of the Swan* *Jeffrey Skidmore* conductor * Benjamin Hulett* tenor
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Will Young plus special guests
Sun 7 Dec Symphony Hall
Will's performance, as well as featuring many favourites from his enviable back-catalogue, will centre around his stunning new album. Released September 29th, _Let It Go_ plays to Will's strengths whilst also pushing him in exciting new directions, melding soul, disco and that extraordinary voice with good old-fashioned pop to create his most arresting record to date. The effervescent new single _Changes_ (released September 14th) provides an excellent introduction to his new material and whets the appetite for what will surely become the soundtrack to winter 2008. *Please note this performance is currently sold out. Clicking on the below link will take you to the booking page if any returns are available.* Alternatively you can call the Box Office on 0121 780 3333 to enquire.
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King Edward VI Camp Hill Schools' Christmas Concert
Mon 8 Dec Town Hall
Featuring the schools' main music ensembles, including the Concert Orchestra, Concert Band, Intermediate Orchestra, Intermediate Wind Band, Training Strings and Training Wind Band, in a seasonal feast of music.
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Will Young plus special guests
Mon 8 Dec Symphony Hall
Will's performance, as well as featuring many favourites from his enviable back-catalogue, will centre around his stunning new album. Released September 29th, _Let It Go_ plays to Will's strengths whilst also pushing him in exciting new directions, melding soul, disco and that extraordinary voice with good old-fashioned pop to create his most arresting record to date. The effervescent new single _Changes_ (released September 14th) provides an excellent introduction to his new material and whets the appetite for what will surely become the soundtrack to winter 2008. *Please note this performance is currently sold out. Clicking on the below link will take you to the booking page if any returns are available.* Alternatively you can call the Box Office on 0121 780 3333 to enquire.
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Lunchtime Christmas Music
Tue 9 Dec Symphony Hall
One of the finest choirs in the land, the choristers of Lichfield Cathedral, will perform a beautiful selection of Christmas music, accompanied by Thomas Trotter at the mighty Symphony Hall Organ. Including audience carols, this concert is always popular, so book your ticket in advance to secure your seat for a real Christmas treat.
*Lichfield Cathedral Choristers* *Philip Scriven* conductor *Thomas Trotter* organ
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Centre Stage Sakari Oramo (violin) and CBSO Players
Tue 9 Dec Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre
Sakari Oramo (violin) and CBSO Players Mozart: Horn Quintet K.407 Bruckner: String Quintet
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Handel's Messiah City of Birmingham Choir
Tue 9 Dec Symphony Hall
Christmas would not be Christmas without the City of Birmingham Choir’s highly acclaimed performances of Messiah. Birmingham’s festive season gets underway with our two inspiring performances of Handel’s epic, moving _Oratorio_ - as fresh today as it was in Handel’s time.
*City of Birmingham Choir* *City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra* *Adrian Lucas* conductor *Thomas Trotter* harpsichord *David Newsholme* organ
*Handel* Messiah 120'
