Tom Thorp + The Taka Ensemble: Curses & Canticles

Schedule

Fri Mar 20 2026 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

International Anthony Burgess Foundation | Manchester, EN

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Internationally award-winning Manchester saxophonist and composer Tom Thorp showcases his unique new chamber group The Taka Ensemble in an epic first concert!
In a special world premiere of their new suite Curses&Canticles; The Taka Ensemble tell a vivid story of witchcraft, mysticism and religious zealotry through the unique meeting of contemporary jazz, classical chamber music and world folk traditions. Intricate and dynamic chamber music is brought to spontaneous life through virtuosic improvisation and infectious grooves.
The Taka Ensemble brings a home grown team of Manchester's most exciting and nationally renowned improvisers, jazz soloists, classical and folk musicians together into a truly special 7 piece, for a night of 'spellbinding', fun and inspirational new music.
Tom Thorp - Saxophones/Bass Clarinet
Richard Harrold - Piano
Geth Griffith - Bass
Elena Orsi - Violin
Graham Clark - Violin
Tim Rathbone - Viola
Lucy McClluckie - Cello
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International Anthony Burgess Foundation, 20 Hulme Street, Manchester, M1 5BW, United Kingdom

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