Percussion Pattern and Primes weekend 2026

Friday 13 & Saturday 14 February

From the intricate and expansive inventions of JS Bach to the playful patterns of Bartók and beyond, the mysteries of mathematics are never far from the surface of music. Over one weekend, we explore the fascinating relationships between music, numbers and pattern-making. Including a practical workshop in cutting-edge algorithmic music, a playful concert of music.

Events

Alex McLean live coding at a music event

13 February 2026, 11:00 am

The Hollis Room (Upper Chapel), Sheffield

AN INTRODUCTION TO LIVE CODING & MUSIC

Alex McLean

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Organ player, David Goode

13 February 2026, 2:00 pm

Upper Chapel, Sheffield

BACH FOR ORGAN

David Goode

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Ensemble 360 string trio musicians

13 February 2026, 7:00 pm

Upper Chapel, Sheffield

SYMMETRIES IN SOUND

Ensemble 360

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14 February 2026, 2:00 pm

Channing Hall, Sheffield

FRACTALS AND FUGUES: MATHEMATICS IN MUSIC

Prof Sarah Hart

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Colin Currie playing percussion

14 February 2026, 7:00 pm

Upper Chapel, Sheffield

PLAYING PATTERNS: PERCUSSION & STRINGS

Colin Currie & Ensemble 360

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