(Simon McGrath and Melanie Smith at Pips, 1982)

The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, M50 3AZ
Sat 28 September 2013 - Sun 23 February 2014

From the Hallé Orchestra’s first performance in 1858, to the diverse musical character of the present day, this exhibition presented by Manchester District Music Archive celebrates Greater Manchester’s musical heritage as told by a wide variety of participants from the archive’s online community.

Through key artefacts such as photography, posters, ticket stubs and video footage, the exhibition will explore the emotional, life-changing and inspirational experiences we all have with music, charting the cultural significance of Manchester within music history told by the people that know.

http://www.thelowry.com/event/defining-me-musical-adventures-in-manchester