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Saturday 21st April 2012 |
Debussy's La mer is one of the most gorgeous seascapes ever painted by an orchestra. The Bridgewater Hall celebrate with a whole concert devoted to the musical life aquatic. |
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Don Willams |
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Sunday 29th April 2012 |
Don will be performing many of the songs in his show that have made him a household name and that all his fans know and love. Hits such as I Believe In You, My Best Friend, Good Ole Boys Like Me, Tulsa Time & more. |
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10cc |
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Wednesday 2nd May 2012 |
Not only were 10cc makers of some of the Greatest Hits of the 70’s but are currently one of the most exciting live bands in the country and are now celebrating 40 years in the business.
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Morten Harket |
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Friday 11th May 2012 |
Best known as the lead singer of Norwegian synth-pop band a-ha, Morten has also been performing and recording as a solo artist since 1994. Since a-ha split in 2010, Morten has been working on his fifth solo album.
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Brit Floyd |
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Monday 14th May 2012 |
CMP's annual tribute tour to one of the world's biggest bands. The show is better than ever with amazing new animation and a staggering new stage production. |
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Portrait Of An Englishman |
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Saturday 26th May 2012 |
Elgar Introduction and Allegro. Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending. Vaughan Williams Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis. Haydn Symphony no.94 Surprise. |
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Russell Watson |
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Thursday 31st May 2012 |
The best of Russell Watson and his tribute to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Featuring You'll never walk alone, Men of Harlech, Land of Hope and Glory, Rule, Britannia! and many more. |
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Dionne Warwick |
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Friday 1st June 2012 |
Dionne Warwick, legend of R&B and Soul music. Of her many many hits she is best known for "Walk On By", "Wishin' and Hopin", "Heartbreaker" and "That's What Friends Are For". |
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Afrocubism |
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Sunday 3rd June 2012 |
Internationally-acclaimed new project from the makers of Buena Vista Social Club. The best of Cuban and Malian musicians combine to form a supergroup for a thrilling, unmissable night. |
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The Chieftains |
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Wednesday 13th June 2012 |
Six time Grammy Award winners and international ambassadors of traditional Irish music, The Chieftains, are back with a nationwide tour to celebrate 50 definitive years. Please note there is no support act. |
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George Benson |
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Saturday 30th June 2012 |
Ten time Grammy Award winning musician, jazz, funk, R&B and soul legend. Hits include "In Your Eyes", "Give Me The Night" and "Love X Love" all of which entered the UK's Top 10! |
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Nigel Kennedy |
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Wednesday 12th September 2012 |
Nigel Kennedy presents Bach plus Fat's Waller. Fantastic violinist and violist who made a career in the classical field but also includes jazz, klezmer and other genres in his repertoire. |
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Darren Hayes |
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Friday 28th September 2012 |
Australian singer-songwriter best known as front man of the pop duo Savage Garden. Top 20 UK singles include "Insatiable", "Pop!ular", "So Beautiful" and "On The Verge Of Something Wonderful". |
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Chris Isaak |
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Thursday 4th October 2012 |
American rock musician who since the mid-80's has been in the UK Top 40 chart three times with "Wicked Games", "Blue Hotel", "Can't Do A Thing (to Stop Me)". |
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Neil Sedaka |
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Wednesday 10th October 2012 |
American pop/rock singer, Neil Sedaka comes to the Bridgewater Hall. With a career spanning 55 years he has sold millions of recordds, known for 'Breaking Up Is Hard To Do' & 'Laughter In The Rain'. |
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Katie Melua |
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Tuesday 14th October 2012 |
Georgian-born British singer, songwriter and muscician, beautiful Katie Melua returns to Manchester. Her lovely blend of blues, jazz and folk-pop hits include "The Closest Thing To Crazy" and "Nine Million Bicycles". |
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Joan Rivers |
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Monday 15th October 2012 |
With her unique gift of humour Joan continues to dominate our screens and headline venues worldwide. She was last seen performing live in the UK in 2005 where she appeared to critical acclaim and to sold-out crowds. |
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Don McLean |
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Saturday 20th October 2012 |
American singer-songwriter Don McLean has confirmed dates for his 40th Anniversary of 'American Pie' European Tour. Initial dates for the UK leg of the tour have been confirmed for October 2012. |
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Joan Armatrading |
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Sunday 4th November 2012 |
Joan Armatrading's rich, distinctive voice and passionate yet tender blend of Pop Jazz, Folk and Blues music has earned her a place in British music history. |
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Christy Moore |
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Tuesday 6th November 2012 |
With Declan Sinnott. With a successful career spanning over 35 years, Christy Moore is one of contemporary Irish music's best-loved singer/songwriters. His stature and influence in Irish roots music is unparalleled.
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The Overtones |
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Thursday 29th November 2012 |
The second best selling debut from a UK group in 2011, the platinum-certified album was reissued in October with three brand new songs that reflect The Overtones’ pop sensibility and broad contemporary appeal.
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Bootleg Beatles |
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Monday 3rd December 2012 |
It has been 45 years since The Beatles' last concert, yet the demand to hear their music remains as high as ever. There are no better performers of those incredible songs than this world's foremost tribute band. |
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