Virtuoso violinist Nigel Kennedy presents unique mix of classical and jazz in concert at Scarborough Spa
Virtuoso violinist Nigel Kennedy returns for his first – and biggest - UK tour inmoe than 10 years. One of the world’s best-selling violinists will be celebrating his 70th birthday this year and promises to be as fresh and entertaining as ever.
This will be a unique evening of classical, jazz, and contemporary repertoire. Expect breath-taking Bach alongside a delicate rendition of A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square.
Nigel’s own compositions will feature, including a 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.
Accompanied by hisfriends Alec Dankworth, son of the late John Dankwork and Cleo Laine, on double bass and Peter Adams on cello, this is a rare opportunity to witness one of the greatest virtuoso musicians the country has produced.
Kennedy’s talent showed itself early and he won a scholarship to the Yehudi Menuhin School of Music aged seven.
At 13, Kennedy was introduced to the jazz violin legend Stephane Grappelli, sparking a lifelong interest in the genre. The pair became friends, touring theaters, folk clubs, and Ronnie Scott's jazz club in London.
Kennedy’s 1989 hit recording of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons
made him an international star and transformed the classical music scene for the better: there are no stuffed shirts at a Nigel Kennedy gig. Nigel’s inclusive and open-minded approach to all styles of music continues to this day and has won him fans all over the world.
Nigel combines a unique mix of repertoire with energy, dynamics and mind-blowing technical and emotional musicality, which will leave audiences spellbound.
He is at Scarborough Spa on Saturday May 16 at 7.30pm.
Tickets: 01723 376774 and https://www.scarboroughspa.co.uk/