There are loads of venues in Sheffield that host brilliant musicians, bands, artists and DJs from all genres throughout the year.
Enjoy well-known names in some of the city's bigger venues, catch the next big thing in a pub backroom, or delve into the pioneering electronic scene... whatever you choose, you'll never be short of a great performance. Delve into our music event listings to see what’s coming…
Music events
Queen Of The Qanun
Chart-topping Maya Youssef is hailed as ‘the queen of the qanun’, the Middle Eastern 78-stringed plucked zither. Based on Arabic classical traditions, her innovative sound has echoes of everything from jazz to flamenco, infused with warmth, humour and optimism.
Schumann & Chopin for Solo Piano
Described by The Guardian as “a master pianist who lines up with the greats” and voted one of Classic FM's top 25 greatest pianists ever, Stephen Hough returns to the Playhouse for the first time in five years.
Fanfare! Trumpet Classics
Having made waves with recent performances at Wigmore Hall and the BBC Proms, rising star trumpeter Aaron Akugbo makes his Sheffield debut. Citing Louis Armstrong as his greatest musical influence, this charismatic performer presents an eclectic mix of works.
Sounds of Now: Gritstone Turntables
Sheffield-based electronic musician Leafcutter John performs his new project GRIT in this double-bill concert for Music in the Round, with experimental turntablist Graham Dunning.
Fairytale of New York – Coming Home for Christmas
After three sell out tours, the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert is back with an even bigger production for 2024.
Empirical with Jason Rebello
Multi-award winners Empirical who are celebrated for their distinctive signature sound, a combination of complex, thoughtful writing and spontaneous improvisation will feature material from their new album, their first full-length release since 2016.
Contrasts - Claire Booth & Ensemble 360
This concert celebrates two contrasting string quartets to explore fin de siècle classical music.
Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra
The Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and its Chief Conductor, Riccardo Frizza, make a welcome return to Sheffield City Hall in a programme that promises to resonate long after the final note has been played.
Spirit Of The Guitar
Featuring everything from classical favourites to irresistible tango and famous movie hits, this afternoon concert by Aquarelle Guitar Quartet, is a perfect treat for music-lovers of all ages.
The Sheffield Beatles Project perform The White Album
The Sheffield Beatles Project is a 30-member supergroup of Sheffield’s finest musicians, dedicated to faithfully recreating iconic albums by The Beatles in their entirety, returning the The Octagon Centre this December to perform The White Album.
