Spring will be very much in the air on Westside when beautiful blossom combines with the delightful sound of music.
Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG) make a welcome visit to Brindleyplace to present their Cherry Blossom Concert, in collaboration with Ikon Gallery.
The free concert, which is being staged for the third time, will take place in Oozells Square on Sunday 24 March, from 3pm to 4pm.
A spokesperson for the event said: “Much like our favourite cherry blossom, we are back with the highly anticipated third instalment of our serene Cherry Blossom Concert series, proudly in collaboration with Ikon.
“This will be an hour-long free event for all ages, inspired by nature, so why not bring a moment of calm to your Sunday lunchtime. Grab a drink from one of Brindleyplace’s local cafes, and feel free to drop in and out as you please!”
As an added bonus, BCMG is offering the chance of a small prize to anyone wearing a cherry blossom-inspired outfit who may be snapped on the day by one of their photographers present at the concert.
Westside BID previously indicated the arrival of the blossom in Oozells Square with a video and story on 26 February. Wetherspoon pubs ready to bloom on Broad Street, with spring blossom emerging on Oozells Square – Westside BID
Performances on 24 March will be provided by:
- Anthony Robb – Flute & Alto Flute
- Melinda Maxwell – Oboe & A
- Mark O’Brien – Clarinet & Bass Clarinet
The programme of music, described as “relaxing sounds inspired by nature”, consists of:
- Hans Abrahamsen Flowersongs for flute, oboe and clarinet, 10′
- Brian Ferneyhough In Nomine a 3 for flute, oboe and clarient, 3′
- Kaija Saariaho Coleurs du vent for alto flute, 9′
- Melinda Maxwell Solo for aulos, 5′
- Christian Mason In Space Enlaced for flute, oboe and clarinet, 8′
- Sir Harrison Birtwistle Roddy’s Reel for bass clarinet and audience participation
To book a ticket, visit: https://www.bcmg.org.uk/Event/blossom-24#Tickets
Photos courtesy of Ikon Gallery.
