aaron azunda akugbo + ryan corbett
7 may 2025 / 8pm / hyde park book club, leeds
100% funded (28 tickets remaining)
Classic FM rising stars Aaron Azunda Akugbo and Ryan Corbett explore the rare and eclectic soundworld of trumpet and accordion in Leeds’ Hyde Park Book Club.
7pm: doors open
7.30pm: recommended latest arrival
8pm: aaron and ryan set
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Please note that due to the venue's license, this noisenight is strictly 16+ (all under 18s must be accompanied by an adult).
the venue:
Housed in an old, disused petrol station adjoined to a fancy dress shop, Hyde Park Book Club started life as a café in 2015 before transforming into a live music and arts space across two floors, serving food and drink and selling books and records.
Since opening it has quickly become the heart of Leeds’ creative arts scene. The unique and bohemian venue provides a platform for artists, musicians, writers, foodies and is recognised for showcasing highly-regarded talent.
the music:
For this performance Aaron will present brand new arrangements of his favourite duets with accordionist Ryan Corbett, featuring an eclectic mix of opera laments, lyrical songs, and baroque concerto.
The programme, including adaptations of Florence Price, Astor Piazzolla, J.S. Bach, and more, has been arranged specially for this combination by Ryan, exploring the rare and eclectic soundworld of trumpet and accordion.
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the programme:
Arthur Honegger - Intrada
George Frideric Handel - But Who May Abide
Henry Purcell - Dido’s Lament
Jean Sibelius - Valse triste
trad. - composition for solo accordian
Alan Hovhaness - Sonata for Trumpet and Organ
trad. - composition for solo accordian
Florence Price - Songs
Astor Piazzolla - Café 1930
trad. - Ae Fond Kiss
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Rewards: standing tickets to noisenight204 at 8pm on Wednesday 7 May 2025 at Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds. First-come, first-served for the best views.
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