Spring programme announced for Town Hall and Symphony Hall

Birmingham’s Town Hall and Symphony Hall have announced a Spring programme for 2026, featuring world-class music, family favourites and compelling live talks.

A major highlight sees Transatlantic Sessions return to Symphony Hall on 5 February, celebrating the shared musical heritage of Scotland, Ireland and the United States.

Emerging from the award-winning TV series and a Celtic Connections favourite, the show features an all-star line-up including Grammy-winner Kathy Mattea, Darrell Scott, Karine Polwart and Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, backed by the acclaimed house band led by Aly Bain and Jerry Douglas.

On 4 February, Birmingham favourites The Lost Notes return for a special live album recording at the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space, joined by The Rosellys.

Classical highlights include the Janáček Philharmonic Orchestra on 12 February, conducted by Daniel Raiskin, with soloist Jennifer Pike performing Bruch’s First Violin Concerto alongside works by Janáček and Shostakovich.

Family audiences can enjoy Justin Fletcher: Justin Time to Rock on 22 February, while Julia Donaldson brings The Gruffalo, The Witch & The Warthog to Town Hall from 13–15 March.

 The spring season also welcomes renowned speakers, including natural history filmmaker Gordon Buchanan (18 February) and Jason Fox with his new 2026 tour on 25 March.

Further highlights include Twilight in Concert with live band on 8 February, and immersive courtroom drama Murder Trial Tonight 4: Death of a Landlord on 14 February.

Full programme details and tickets are available at B:Music’s website.