A black and white image of a man with his eyes closed with a small violin raised above his hand

Nigel Kennedy - Virtuoso

Date
When
12 May 2026
Genre
Genre
Music Artist/Band
Audience
Audience
Venue
Venue
Hull City Hall

Nigel Kennedy, one of the most distinctive and influential violinists of his generation, returns home to the UK with Virtuoso, his first major national tour in more than 15 years.

Renowned for his uncompromising artistry and singular style, Kennedy has performed at the world's leading concert halls, from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House. This tour offers a rare opportunity to experience his work live in performance at Hull City Hall.

The programme brings together classical repertoire with jazz and contemporary influences. It includes Bach, Kennedy's own interpretation of 'A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square', and
original compositions, including a tribute to his mentors Yehudi Menuhin and Stéphane Grappelli.

He is joined by long-time collaborators Alec Dankworth on bass and
Peter Adams on cello, forming an exceptional ensemble of musical sensitivity and precision.

Kennedy's landmark recording of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons established him as a defining figure in modern classical music. His performances continue to be marked by technical brilliance and emotional depth.

An opportunity to experience one of the great violinists of our time, a true virtuoso.

"One of the most important violinists Britain has ever produced" - The Guardian.

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Tue 12 May
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