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Thursday 26 November 19 listings

Afternoon 1

14:00

BBC Radio 3 Concert

Ulster Hall · Music
BBC Radio 3 Concert Dialogue and Drama is coming to Ulster Hall on 26 November 2026 for an afternoon celebrating the expressive beauty and rich colours of the orchestra's wind section, alongside one of Mozart's most celebrated symphonic masterpieces. Weber's Clarinet Concertino in E Flat Major was written in 1811 for the renowned clarinettist Heinrich Baermann and helped establish the clarinet as one of the great solo instruments of the Romantic era. Though modest in scale, it is rich in character, combining lyrical warmth with dazzling displays of virtuosity. Weber explores the instrument's full range, from its mellow lower register to its brilliant upper sonorities, creating music of charm, energy and sparkle. Michael Collins, the Ulster Orchestra's Principal Guest Artist, takes the solo role. Collins is then joined by Guylaine Eckersley, the Orchestra's Bassoon Section Leader, for a performance of Richard Strauss's Duet-Concertino for Clarinet and Bassoon. Written in 1947, it was one of the composer's final completed works and reveals a more intimate side of Strauss, far removed from the vast orchestral forces of his earlier tone poems. The contrasting colours and personalities of the clarinet and bassoon are woven together with warmth, humour and elegance, creating a captivating musical conversation. Across its three movements, Strauss creates music of great refinement and charm. The programme concludes with Michael Collins conducting Mozart's Symphony No. 40 in G minor: a work combining beauty and drama with extraordinary craftsmanship. From its restless opening movement to its energetic finale, Mozart's masterpiece remains one of the crowning achievements of the Classical era, continuing to captivate audiences more than two centuries after it was composed. Weber: Clarinet Concertino Op.26 in E Flat Major (10’) Richard Strauss: Duet-concertino for clarinet & bassoon (18’) Mozart: Symphony No.40, K.550, in G minor (35’) Michael Collins, conductor/clarinet Guylaine Eckersley, bassoon Ulster Orchestra
£6.75Tickets & info

Tonight 18

19:00

GIFTED: FOREIGN MORNINGS BLUE DEPUTY | LATE ARRIVAL

The Belfast Empire Music Hall · South Belfast · Music
Hailing from Bangor, Foreign Mornings combine stadium ready rock with the intimate story telling of modern indie folk. The band return with new music this November and are celebrating with a headline slot at Gifted. Support on the night from Blue Deputy and LateArrival. Tickets on sale now from the link on this page, limited special Early Bird price £8. **Please note this is an early show. Doors at 7pm. Tickets are non-refundable. Over 18’s Only.
£10Tickets & info
19:30

Birsen Tezer

Oh Yeah Music Centre · Music
Birsen Tezer is one of Turkey’s most distinctive and respected contemporary vocalists, known for her deeply expressive voice and unique blend of jazz, folk, alternative and traditional Turkish influences. With a career spanning more than two decades, she has built a devoted audience through her acclaimed albums and captivating live performances, collaborating with many prominent musicians and songwriters along the way. Her intimate, sophisticated sound and powerful stage presence have made her a standout figure in Turkey’s contemporary music scene.
18+Tickets & info
19:30

The Belgian Blue

The Duncairn · Music
Support from Buí Doors 7pm / Buí 7.30pm / BYOB / Strictly 18+ Starting in the streets of Vienna, when a pandemic stood in the way of playing live gigs anywhere else, lead singer and songwriter Pádraig Mac Mahon had just moved from his home in Baltinglass, Ireland and met founding partner Ian Strahn while busking. Getting locked into a broken down tram with strangers gained them a drummer, keys and bassist, and The Belgian Blue was born. The tri-national band (IE, US, AT) splits their time between Vienna and Dublin. Characterized by the different influences of the members’ background and upbringing, their music stretches from Irish Folk-Rock to Americana, thrown over experimental electronic elements. Through word of mouth and passionate performances, the band quickly gained a large underground following in Vienna, selling out their first headline concert at Arena Wien within a year as an independent band. They subsequently toured across Europe as a 5 piece. Though consisting of five core members, The Belgian Blue see themselves more as a collective that interacts with the music scene, frequently sharing stages with musician friends. The band has performed alongside artists such as Glen Hansard, Jessica Pratt, Lefty Parker and The Ocelots. Distinguished by their raw and high-energy live performances and a strong word-of-mouth following, the band has built their career from scratch. Signing with Viennese Independent Label Ink Music in 2026, The band released their new EP "For Wards Weight" on vinyl in September 2026 and are set to record their debut album in November, in Dublin with Joe Doyle of The Frames joining them on bass, further expanding their DIY-approach and remaining close to their indie roots, while stepping into a new territory which is at once a new frontier and home stomping ground.
18+Tickets & info