Violinist

Violist

This will be a unique evening of classical, jazz, and contemporary repertoire from the UK’s greatest living violinist. Expect breath-taking Bach, alongside the most delicate rendition you will ever hear of ‘A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square.’ Nigel’s own compositions will feature, including a moving tribute to Yehudi Menuhin and Stephane Grappelli, who taught, mentored and inspired him during his early years. Nigel will also perform on the piano, which may surprise some but will delight all, as his virtuosic talent knows no bounds. Accompanied by his great friends Alec Dankworth (son of the late John Dankwork and Clio Laine) on double bass; and Peter Adams on ‘cello, this is a rare opportunity to witness one of the greatest virtuoso musicians this country has ever produced.

Nigel Kennedy - VIRTUOSO

Cambridge Corn Exchange

Virtuoso violinist Nigel Kennedy returns for his first – and biggest - UK tour in over ten years. The world’s best-selling violinist will be celebrating his 70th birthday in 2026 and is as fresh and entertaining as ever.

Nigel Kennedy

Bradford Theatres

Destiny elevated Nigel Kennedy into one of classical music’s true greats. He was born into a musical family, nurtured by a musical community and propelled to international superstardom.

Kennedy remains the bestselling violinist of all time. He single-handedly paved the way for a new generation of artists who have enjoyed success both in the classical field and in the mainstream. His virtuoso technique, unique talent and mass appeal have brought fresh perspectives to both the classical and contemporary repertoire.

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Cadogan Hall 

36 years ago, a young violinist changed the landscape of British music with an electrifying recording of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons that thrust these four concertos back into public consciousness. Now Nigel Kennedy returns to these extraordinarily evocative concertos, in the 300th anniversary of their publication, for special concerts with the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra.   Kennedy also includes a selection of his own lusciously tuneful works from his album as My World – semi-improvisatory windows onto the soul of a musician of rare conviction and compelling talent.

Nigel Kennedy: Vivaldi The Four Seasons – THE REAL DEAL

Southbank Centre

Malvern Theatres

«When I'm 64»: Nigel Kennedy ne pouvait trouver titre plus approprié à sa tournée estivale 2021, lui qui a vu le jour à Brighton le 28 décembre 1956, il y a de cela… soixante-quatre ans! Joli paradoxe: il s'agit de l'une des premières chansons écrites par Paul McCartney, sur le piano familial du 20 Forthlin Road alors que le Beatle n'avait que quinze ou seize ans; il expliquera plus tard qu'en plus de la sonorité «claquante» du mot «sixty-four», il avait voulu offrir à travers elle… un prélude à la retraite à son père! Kennedy, dont on ne saurait oublier tout ce qu'il doit à Yehudi Menuhin, vient ici en «ami de la famille»: cordes sèches ou électrifiées, on ne compte plus les concerts de «légende» qu'il a inscrit en lettres d'or dans la mémoire du Festival. Œuvres (entre autres) de Bach, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Nigel Kennedy

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Nigel Kennedy

Events

Past events

May 19, 2026

Nigel Kennedy - VIRTUOSO · Cambridge Corn Exchange

May 5, 2026

Nigel Kennedy · Bradford Theatres

Future and recently performed repertoire

Violin in The Four Seasons by Vivaldi

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra

Violin in My World by Kennedy

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra

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