Ishmael Ensemble & The Rituals Orchestra
Schedule
Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Brunel Goods Shed | Stroud, EN
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Live MusicBrunel Goods Shed
Ishmael Ensemble returns to Stroud on Friday 8th May 2026 for a special in the round performance at The Goods Shed, joined by The Rituals Orchestra and a host of guest vocalists.
Following the acclaimed release of their 2024 album Rituals and an extensive tour across the UK, Europe & Australia, bandleader Pete Cunningham expands on the ideas first explored in the recording studio. For the album sessions, Cunningham assembled a unique combination of harp, string & horn players to create lush, cinematic textures; now brought to life on stage alongside guest vocalists, the forming of The Rituals Orchestra has offered an opportunity to re-interpret music from the entire Ishmael Ensemble back catalogue in a new and exciting way.
Earlier this year, Cunningham unveiled the expanded live project with a performance captured at Bristol’s iconic Mount Without venue. Released as a short film on YouTube, the collaboration was met with widespread praise, showcasing Ishmael Ensemble at their most ambitious.
The project made its live debut at Forwards Festival in Bristol, where it captivated festival-goers and sparked calls from fans for more opportunities to experience this unique performance. Responding to that demand, Ishmael Ensemble has announced a one-off headline show in London, offering audiences a chance to witness the full force of The Rituals Orchestra in an intimate setting.
Tickets: £16
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Where is it happening?
Brunel Goods Shed, The Goods Shed, Station Yard,Stroud, Gloucestershire, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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