Musical Waterways & The Amazing Inventioneers
Sun 28– Mon 29 September • Huddersfield, UK
Join the internationally acclaimed Marsyas Trio for two days of hands-on music-making, family fun, and world-class performance.
This two-day celebration brings music, science, and history to life in engaging, family-friendly ways. The Marsyas Trio—praised for their vibrant performances and adventurous programming—lead a programme that blends hands-on workshops, interactive storytelling, and stirring chamber music.
Sunday 28th September • 1:00–2:30 pm • North of England Centre for Music and Arts, Standedge Visitor Centre, Waters Road, Marsden, Huddersfield HD7 6NQ
Free, booking required | Book Here
For ages 8–12 — Create instruments from recycled materials, try vocal and body percussion, and compose short pieces. Adults are welcome for the final 15 minutes to enjoy a performance by the young participants, joined by the Marsyas Trio.
Sunday 28th September • 6:00–7:00 pm • North of England Centre for Music and Arts, Standedge Visitor Centre, Waters Road, Marsden, Huddersfield HD7 6NQ
Paid tickets, booking required | Book Here
Step into an age of steam and waterpower. Meet pioneering engineers John Smeaton, Sarah Guppy, and Mr & Mrs Parsons as they design England’s bridges, canals, and turbines. Learn how instruments make their sound, and even perform alongside the Marsyas Trio.
Monday 29th September • 7:30 pm (doors 7:00 pm) • St Paul’s Hall, University of Huddersfield
Paid tickets – Adults who have attended events on the Sunday – £10, Children (under 18) – Free | Purchase on the door
Join the celebrated Marsyas Trio for an evening that bridges classical elegance and modern creativity. Opening with Haydn’s luminous Trio in D major, the programme journeys through Michael Finnissy’s atmospheric June and Judith Weir’s inventive Several Concertos. After the interval, discover the passionate lyricism of Louise Farrenc’s rarely-performed Trio in E minor before the night concludes with Czerny’s dazzling Fantasia Concertante. Performed by Helen Vidovich (flute), Olga Stezhko (cello), and Val Welbanks (piano), this concert offers a rare opportunity to experience chamber music’s breadth and brilliance in the stunning acoustic of St Paul’s Hall.
Do I need a ticket for the free event? Yes, please book in advance as space is limited.
Are the events suitable for children? Event 1 is for ages 8–12. Event 2 is family-friendly. Event 3 is suitable for ages 10+.
Is there parking nearby? Both venues have public parking and transport links nearby.