Name: Francis Rossi
Start: 2026-04-16T19:30:00
Location: Ulster Hall

Nestled in Belfast, the iconic Ulster Hall is set to host an array of events that blend orchestral masterpieces, tributes to legends, and innovative music experiences. From orchestral dreams and visions to a celebration of the life and music of David Bowie, the upcoming lineup offers a rich tapestry of performances. Join us as we delve into the mesmerizing performances of the Ulster Orchestra, the sounds of legends like Billy Joel and David Bowie, and a journey of musical exploration and reimagining that promises to captivate audiences.

Harmony and Legacy: A Journeya Through Ulster Orchestra and More at Ulster Hall

Francis Rossi

Ulster Hall

All the poise, elegance and grace of the Classical period is in this concert – on the surface. But each piece shows its composer in an inventive mood, pushing the boundaries of what was expected and creating something new. Prokofiev imagined how Mozart or Haydn might write in the 1920s and produced his charming First Symphony. Mozart used his Fifth Violin Concerto to play with tempo and style, creating his most brilliant, lyrical and witty writing for the instrument. And Beethoven’s First Symphony contains all the clues required to understand that this was no ordinary composer – he would take thee symphony to somewhere entirely new.

Ulster Orchestra: Classical Adventures

The past meets the future in bold, unexpected ways. Stravinsky’s Pulcinella transforms the elegance of Baroque music into something sharp, witty, and rhythmically alive, a playful homage viewed through a modern lens. Then, experience the grandeur of Schubert’s Great C Major Symphony, a sweeping, lyrical masterpiece that bridges the Classical and Romantic worlds. Together, these works celebrate tradition not by preserving it, but by reinventing it. Two composers, a century apart, united in their fearless reinvention of tradition.

Ulster Orchestra: Reimaginings

Francis Rossi, legendary frontman of Status Quo, has enjoyed a remarkable 50+ year career as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter. From humble beginnings in South London and early musical experiments, he co-founded the band that evolved into Status Quo, achieving global success with hits like ‘Caroline’, ‘Down Down’, and ‘Pictures of Matchstick Men’.

Francis Rossi

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