Belfast Music Society

Belfast Music Society The Belfast Music Society is a long-established organisation, founded in 1921 to promote the performance and enjoyment of classical chamber music.

Its programme of concerts has been one of the mainstays of Belfast’s musical and cultural life, providing access to an extensive repertoire of quality chamber music. BMS has always been an active champion of local young musicians, offering recital opportunities to soloists and ensembles from NI at the very beginning of their professional careers. Whenever possible, BMS has also included workshops for promising student instrumentalists and singers with the international soloists who come to perform during the Festival.

07/10/2026

A little taste of what’s in store on 31st October 👻

gives us a sneak peek at the programme with .m.tindale for their upcoming recital in our Northern Lights Mini-Fest.

And remember, seasonal attire most definitely welcome 🎃

31st October, 7:30pm @ The Harty Room QUB in collaboration with

Bach Unseen is officially SOLD OUT! What a great way to open our Northern Lights Mini-Fest! Still a few tickets left for...
06/10/2026

Bach Unseen is officially SOLD OUT! What a great way to open our Northern Lights Mini-Fest!

Still a few tickets left for our remaining concerts:

31st Oct, 7:30pm, Harty Room QUB - Memento Mori with Sarah Richmond & Ian Tindale (good availability but get them quick!)

1st November, 3pm, Harty Room QUB - Glass and Beyond with Ruth McGinley (only 15 tickets left!!)

Tickets and more info via link in bio

22/09/2026

Haven’t got tickets for the opening night of our mini-fest yet? Let composer & performer, David McCann convince you!

This is a one of a kind experience for chamber music in Belfast so if you are interested in something a little bit different, please join us on 30th October at 7:30pm in the Sonic Lab, QUB. Tickets in bio.

We're delighted to announce that Northern Lights Mini-Fest is back this autumn in partnership with Belfast International...
01/09/2026

We're delighted to announce that Northern Lights Mini-Fest is back this autumn in partnership with Belfast International Arts Festival

Over three days, we'll be presenting three very different concerts, each offering a unique way to experience live music.

🎻 Bach Unseen - 30th October
Experience Bach's iconic Cello Suite No. 1 performed by David McCann before entering a world of sound in darkness, where music surrounds you and listening takes centre stage.

🌙 Memento Mori - 31st October
A hauntingly beautiful Halloween programme with mezzo-soprano Sarah Richmond - Mezzo Soprano and pianist Ian Tindale, exploring themes of memory, longing and the supernatural.

🎹 Glass and Beyond - 1st November
Acclaimed pianist Ruth McGinley closes the festival with a mesmerising programme featuring the music of Philip Glass, Keith Jarrett and Bill Evans.

📅 30 October – 1 November 2026
📍 QUB Music (The Harty Room & Sonic Arts Research Centre)

Save with a Festival Saver Ticket and enjoy all three events across the weekend.

🎟 Tickets on sale now: www.belfastmusicsociety.org/events

Dearest gentle listener,You are cordially invited to A Society Soirée, an evening of chart-topping hits and sweeping bal...
17/07/2026

Dearest gentle listener,

You are cordially invited to A Society Soirée, an evening of chart-topping hits and sweeping ballroom waltzes, reimagined for string quartet in the style of the Bridgerton soundtrack, performed by arco_stringquartet on Friday 14th August at 7:30pm.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Belfast Harbour Commissioners’ Office, this is chamber music with a twist: familiar melodies performed in a fresh way, for an evening built for newcomers and longtime concertgoers alike. Whether you’ve never set foot in a classical concert or you’re a BMS regular, this promises a night for music lovers and Bridgerton fans alike.
We eagerly await your presence at A Society Soirée.

Please join us for a complimentary glass of fizz from 7pm.

Tickets - £5 via link in bio

Dearest gentle listener,You are cordially invited to A Society Soirée, an evening of chart-topping hits and sweeping bal...
17/07/2026

Dearest gentle listener,

You are cordially invited to A Society Soirée, an evening of chart-topping hits and sweeping ballroom waltzes, reimagined for string quartet in the style of the Bridgerton soundtrack, performed by Arco String Quartet on Friday 14th August at 7:30pm.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Belfast Harbour Commissioners' Office, this is chamber music with a twist: familiar melodies performed in a fresh way, for an evening built for newcomers and longtime concertgoers alike. Whether you've never set foot in a classical concert or you're a BMS regular, this promises a night for music lovers and Bridgerton fans alike.
We eagerly await your presence at A Society Soirée.

Please join us for a complimentary glass of fizz from 7pm.

Tickets - £5 available at:
https://wegottickets.com/f/24431

18/04/2026
A great morning for Chamber Babies with Hayley & Natalie!
18/04/2026

A great morning for Chamber Babies with Hayley & Natalie!

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BT7 1NN

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