Performances

Enjoy an evening of discovery with Gamelan Sekar Petak, Eoferwic Strings and the vocal group Animas as they explore how Javanese and Western instruments interact.

Join renowned Canadian trumpeter Merrie Klazek and the UK's own celebrated organist/conductor Anita Datta for an eclectic program of music from around the world.

Explore the impact of air pollution on our health through talks and a special meditative musical performance by Sonic Threads.

Discover the important role of women’s voices in two collections of Finnish folk poems and songs, the Kalevala and Kanteletar in the company of acapella choir Enkelit.

Enjoy a live performance of an experimental, multi-media composition based on the mathematics used to crack the enigma code during World War II.

Enjoy a mesmerising programme of poetry and music inspired by our beautiful countryside presented by renowned children’s author Michael Morpurgo.

Explore the power of musical touch through performance and a hands-on workshop with pianist Catherine Laws, theatre practitioner Teresa Brayshaw and psychologist Natalie Bowling.

Enjoy watching a concert-style musical and learn more about the innovative bioscience research being carried out at the University of York.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Find out how Jessie’s Fund is playing an important role in giving children access to music therapy and creative music-making through a talk, film clips and performance.

Enjoy a Playback Theatre performance which takes its inspiration from the histories of disabled people in York and encourages attendees to share their own stories from 2025.

Join us for an innovative exploration into the intersection of mental health and interactive media at a film screening and workshop challenging stigma around mental health.

Enjoy a performance by one of the UK’s most exciting folk acts. BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner Sam Kelly leads the powerhouse band The Lost Boys.

Yorkshire Bach Choir presents Rossini’s final, powerful choral work filled with flair, faith and joyful musicality.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Enjoy an enchanting story full of magic spells and much mischief at a fun-filled interactive concert with OAE TOTS.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Join us to celebrate the passion and creativity of the filmmakers of the future at the LUMA Film Festival, hosted by University of York students.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Join us to celebrate the passion and creativity of the filmmakers of the future at the LUMA Film Festival, hosted by University of York students.

Join Daniel Cook, Master of Choristers and Organist of Durham Cathedral, as he demonstrates the power and versatility of the magnificent 1959 Walker organ.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Take a journey through the magical forest to the Fairy Queen’s party at a delightful family concert by OAE TOTS.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as Syncretism presents a mesmerising concert with spectacular lighting, immersive projections, captivating dance performances and epic music.

Join us to celebrate the passion and creativity of the filmmakers of the future at the LUMA Film Festival, hosted by University of York students.

Traditional fisherman John is the last of a dying breed… Join us for a performance of Two Fish followed by a discussion of the issues raised in the play around sustainable fishing.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Sax Forte returns to the Festival with an entertaining programme that includes a brief history of the saxophone and a demonstration of the four different pitched instruments.

Enjoy a filmed performance of Clay Fever and accompanying talk with pottery handling by York Museums Trust curator Helen Walsh and playwright Bridget Foreman.

Enjoy a rich soundscape across a lake near the Ron Cooke Hub which uses a robotic piano, machine learning and ambisonic surround sound to explore the fragile nature of human relationships.

Internationally acclaimed guitar virtuoso Galina Vale - La Diva de la Guitarra - returns to St Helen’s Church with a new programme of classical, flamenco and folk guitar music.

Come along to St Olave’s Church to celebrate all things time related. Enjoy a series of short talks during the day, and poetry and music presented by Navigators Art & Performance in the evening.

Come along to St Olave’s Church to celebrate all things time related. Enjoy a series of short talks during the day, and poetry and music presented by Navigators Art & Performance in the evening.

Navigators Art presents an inspiring programme of original music, spoken word and comedy by local performers.

York Musical Society (YMS) invites you to enjoy all the beauty and drama of Verdi’s Requiem in the magnificent surroundings of York Minster.