I am delighted to welcome you back to the Menuhin Hall for another unforgettable Autumn/Winter season. 

As with every season, we are proud to keep the focus on the incredible talent of our pupils at the Yehudi Menuhin School through our flagship Showcase series (formerly Spotlights) and acclaimed Lunch + Listen concerts. These performances lie at the heart of our programme, offering audiences the chance to experience the artistry, imagination and dedication of the next generation of exceptional musicians. Whether performing as soloists, in chamber ensembles or with an orchestra, our pupils continue to inspire with performances of remarkable maturity and musicianship. 

Alongside our young artists, this season brings an exciting line-up of internationally acclaimed guest performers and ensembles. We are thrilled to welcome celebrated pianist Llŷr Williams for his Menuhin Hall debut, award-winning jazz vocalist Claire Martin with the Martin Sjöstedt Trio, the vibrant Jess Gillam Band, the acclaimed Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective, Orpheus Sinfonia, and outstanding chamber musicians including Benjamin Baker and Daniel Lebhardt. Returning favourites, special collaborations and exciting new partnerships sit alongside these performances, creating a season that celebrates musical excellence across an extraordinary range of styles and genres. 

From intimate chamber music and orchestral masterworks to jazz, improvisational comedy and our much loved Winter Festival, this season reflects the breadth of what makes the Menuhin Hall such a unique place to experience live performance. 

Whether you are a long-standing supporter or visiting us for the first time, I hope you will find much to enjoy throughout the season. We look forward to welcoming you to the Menuhin Hall and sharing another year of exceptional music-making together.

Rosalind Ventris
Director of Music