Name: GLOAMING by Scala & Kolacny Brothers
Start: 2025-03-20T19:30:00
Location: The Stoller Hall

Prepare to be enchanted by a diverse array of musical experiences at The Stoller Hall in Manchester this March and April. From the passionate rhythms of flamenco to the evocative compositions of legendary film scorer Ennio Morricone, this series of events promises to captivate audiences of all ages. Highlights include an exploration of women's contributions to music, a stirring tribute to Italian opera, and family-friendly adventures that celebrate the wonders of music from around the world. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of sound and culture.

A March to Remember: Celebrating Music and Culture at The Stoller Hall

The Stoller Hall

This semi-staged concert is based on our preconceptions of mental illness, with each piece having a connection to the psychology of the mind – centred around Peter Maxwell Davies’ harrowing depiction of the ‘madness’ of King George III.

Maxwell Davies was a key member of the Manchester School of Composers, who reshaped the landscape of British music in the late 20th century. 8 Songs for a Mad King is a melodrama with a libretto based on the real-life observations of King George III, presenting an extravagant and disturbing portrayal of his condition. 

Vocalising weirdly as he bemoans his fate, trying to teach his instrumentalist-birds to sing – our musicians becoming projections from within his own mind.

Manchester Camerata: 8 Songs for a Mad King

In recent years, recordings of Scala have been used repeatedly in various Hollywood productions.  

GLOAMING by Scala & Kolacny Brothers

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