Description
Manchester Contemporary Orchestra: The Expanding UniverseWednesday 21 January 2026, 7.30pm
RNCM Concert Hall
Programme
Laurie Spiegel Old Wave (electronics)
Emily Howard sphere
Dan Baczkowski Aurora Borealis
Harry Baines Empty Streets
Peter Damon-Cronmiller Evoe!
Annah George Unconditional
Kámea Németh Smudged Lipstick II
Performers
Mark Heron, Steph Godwin, Julius Mauldin, Juan José Muñoz Borja conductors
Manchester Contemporary Orchestra
About
Across three events each year, Manchester Contemporary Orchestra offers a front-row seat to fearless, original music fresh off the page, shaped by a city and conservatoire rooted in the radical legacy of the Manchester School.
No longer confined to traditional orchestral formats, today’s composers explore a wider range of ensemble configurations, often incorporating electronics and expanded instrumentation. Manchester Contemporary Orchestra mirrors this shift, providing a dynamic platform for students to experiment with large-scale forces in new and unexpected ways.
This evening’s performance is inspired by American composer and electronic innovator Laurie Spiegel’s groundbreaking album, The Expanding Universe.
| Period | 21 Jan 2026 |
|---|---|
| Held at | Royal Northern College of Music, United Kingdom |