Big hair, big anthems and wide shoulders
Nik Kershaw talks about his upcoming tour and eighties fashion.
Review: Puccini in Rome – “wonderful”
Simon Hale enjoys an Italian job from the CBSO at Symphony Hall.
Unveiling B:Music’s Summer 2026 Season
Music, comedy, family entertainment – it’s all at Town and Symphony Halls.
Classically eighties
80s pop hitmakers set to play Birmingham with full orchestra this summer.
Review: Korngold & Prokofiev – “powerfully moving”
Simon Hale watches the CBSO give a stunning and timely performance at Symphony Hall.
Amplify Town Hall exhibition opens in Victoria Square
Landmark heritage project concludes with display of Birmingham Town Hall history.
B:Music’s Spring 2026 season unveiled
Music, comedy, inspirational talks and family fun are all in store.
Dead Ringer for Brum
The cast of the classic radio speak ahead of their reunion tour.
Bringing the Light in December
CBSO to bring light, hope and unity to Birmingham.
B:Music launches special fundraising auction and lottery
The chance to win memorable prizes and support refurbishment of Birmingham Town Hall.
Drummer to the stars promises fireworks in Birmingham
David ‘Greenie’ Green set to star with Adam Ant at Symphony Hall.
B:Festive this Christmas and New Year
Seasonal spectaculars at Birmingham Town Hall and Symphony Hall.
Nielsen’s Fourth Symphony: “extraordinarily intense and evocative”
Simon Hale watches the CBSO delivering an evening of inspiration.
The Dream of Gerontius: “a fitting tribute”
Simon Hale is at Symphony Hall for the opening of the CBSO’s new season.
Laura Mvula returns to Birmingham
Singer to perform with the CBSO in celebration.
Kazuki conducts Rachmaninoff & Tchaikovsky
Simon Hale watches a CBSO collaboration at Symphony Hall.
Daryl Hall – “warm, vibrant and powerful”
Dave Woodhall watches Daryl Hall and Glenn Tilbrook at Symphony Hall.
CBSO announces its 2025-26 season
Tradition meets innovation in new series.
Stravinsky’s Firebird: “musical harmony and rhythm”
Simon Hale spends an afternoon with the CBSO.
Ashton Classics: “a thrilling celebration”
Simon Hale joins in Birmingham Royal Ballet’s spirited commemoration.
Strictly Come Dancing stars to tour
Simon Button speaks to Strictly stars Amy Dowden MBE and Carlos Gu about their new show REBORN.
Kazuki conducts Bruckner 9: “emotionally powerful”
Simon Hale is entranced by the CBSO at Symphony Hall.
Beatle Mania!: “happy if not excited”
Simon Hale watches the CBSO take on the Beatles.
Squeeze: “how well they deliver”
Dave Woodhall catches Squeeze at Symphony Hall.
B:Music announces Workplace Voices
Birmingham music charity launches a new strand of community vocal activity.
Madam Butterfly: “top class and sensually powerful”
The CBSO perform Puccini’s masterwork, with Simon Hale in the audience.
Review: Barber and Rachmaninoff – “life-affirming”
Simon Hale listens to the CBSO and their guest conductor.
Stand By For Action! 2: Tunes of Danger
A musical celebration of themes from Gerry Anderson’s TV shows at Symphony Hall.
CBSO announce 2024-25 season
Week-long festival of free performances amongst the highlights.
B:Music announces collaboration with Abbey Road studios
Legendary studios to join with Birmingham music charity to launch photography awards.