Showing at The Alban Arena…
Nigel Kennedy has announced his first large-scale UK tour in over 15 years. The NIGEL KENNEDY “VIRTUOSO” tour will begin on 2nd March 2026 and finish on 29th June covering 39 dates across the UK.
The UK’s greatest living violinist has promised an evening that reflects his love of a unified approach to all music. Kennedy will be accompanied by long-time collaborators Alec Dankworth, son of the late John Dankworth and Cleo Laine, on double bass and the great ‘cellist Peter Adams.
Kennedy’s adventurous approach and comprehensive mastery of the violin means his concerts will, as always, go straight to the heart of the British public. On the grapevine rumour has it that he is playing better than ever.
“An inspiration to the musicians of tomorrow and today” – ROBERT PLANT
Kennedy’s talent showed itself early and he won a scholarship to the Yehudi Menuhin School of Music aged just 7. At 13, Kennedy was introduced to the jazz violin legend Stephane Grappelli, sparking a lifelong involvement in the genre. The pair became great friends, touring theatres, folk clubs, and at the famous Ronnie Scott’s jazz club in London, where Kennedy performed for the first time.
“Like a breath of fresh air” GEORGE MARTIN
Kennedy’s 1989 hit recording of Vivaldi’s ‘The Four
Seasons’ made him an international star and completely transformed the classical music scene. Nigel’s inclusive and open-minded approach to all styles of music
continues to this day and has won him fans all over the world.
“A brilliant musician” – KATE BUSH
Kennedy combines a unique mix of repertoire with energy, dynamics and mind-blowing technical and emotional musicality, which will leave audiences spellbound.
“Nigel has a unique talent and a special ear that enables him to play whatever he wants”
– YEHUDI MENUHIN
