ECHO Rising Stars 2026/27: Elionor Martínez
Artists
Elionor Martínez Soprano
Josep Maria Martí Duran Theorbo
Chiara Jarrell Dancer
Programme
Monteverdi Si dolce è il tormento; Quel sguardo sdegnosetto
Pucell Now that the sun hath veiled its light; Dear pretty youth
Strozzi Amor dormiglione, amor non dormir più; L’amante bugiardo; Begl’occhi bel seno
Hidalgo Ay que me río de amor; Solo es querer
Anna Campmany ECHO new commission
Caccini Se muove; Ch’amor sia nudo; S’io me’n vò; La pastorella
Handel Tu del ciel ministro eletto
Overview
Critics are united in their praise for the Barcelona-born soprano Elionor Martínez, singling out her “crystalline voice” (Núvol), “meticulous diction … and expressive elegance” (Olyrix). In this hour-long concert with ‘love’ as a central theme, she selects musical gems from the most significant European Renaissance and Baroque composers, both male and female, guiding us through the periods and their unique features. There’s music from Italian contemporaries Monteverdi and Francesca Caccini, through the influential Spaniard Juan Hidalgo and prolific Italian composer and singer Barbara Strozzi, to songs of the late Baroque by Purcell and Handel, and a new work by Catalan composer Anna Campmany.
Accompanied by theorbo (a long-necked lute) and dancer, the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space is the perfect place for this intimate concert. Expect colour, contrast, ornamentation and drama from a vocalist whose “bright timbre has something heavenly” (Hamburger Abendblatt).
An hour-long concert, with coffee/tea and a slice of cake available beforehand, included in your ticket.
Rising Stars are nominated by the artistic directors of Europe’s most prestigious venues which are members of the European Concert Hall Organisation (ECHO).
Booking info
Please note: line-up may be subject to change
Free (limited) ticket for Disabled Visitor’s Companions, as per Access Scheme
Unreserved Seating
This is a general admission event; seating is not assigned and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wheelchair Users and Disabled Patrons
A range of tickets, wheelchair positions and services are available under our Access Scheme.
Plan your visit
We want you to have the best time when you visit the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space (JBPS) at Symphony Hall
Here's everything you need to know to make your visit run smoother than a Sade Operator...
The JBPS is a smaller stage up one floor from the Symphony Hall Entrance with seating on several levels. Unless otherwise stated seating for events in this space are not assigned and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Food & Drink
B:Eats at Symphony Hall
B:Eats is the Symphony Hall cafe serving fresh, seasonal, delicious dishes for daytime dining or pre-show treats.
Home of the Brummie Bacon Cake™, a menu of classic dishes with contemporary twists and a selection of hot drinks and cake, B:Eats has many veggie, vegan and gluten-free options which are bound to hit the right note for a quick snack or pre-show dinner.
Opening Hours
Mon - Sat: 11am - 4pm
B:Eats is not open for evening performances in the JBPS space
Bars
With a bar on every level stocking a selection of beers, wines, spirits, alcohol free and soft drinks, plus delicious snackable treats, you can be sure everyone in your party will find a tipple to enjoy.
Getting to Symphony Hall
By Car
Parking
Convenient parking facilities for Symphony Hall can be found at Q-Park Brindleyplace and Q-Park Mailbox, click here for more information. Both car parks offer electric vehicle charging so you can park and charge during your visit.
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By Bus
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By Train
Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations are within easy walking distance of Symphony Hall. Moor Street and Five Ways are slightly further away but still within walking distance. Train times can be checked at the National Rail website. There are taxi ranks at each station.
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By Tram
The Library tram stop is just by the Symphony Hall front entrance on Centenary Square. Plan your journey with West Midlands Metro.
Taxi Drop off
The nearest drop off point is Cambridge Street, it is then a 2 minute walk to the Symphony Hall entrance.
By Plane
Birmingham International Airport’s adjacent rail station – Birmingham International – has frequent trains to the city centre.