A host of talented organists and pianists are ready to entertain throughout the year!

Installed in 1929 for the opening of The Pavilion, the prestigious Compton Organ has been at the heart of the theatre for nearly 100 years. Experience the sounds of the Compton Organ this year with Bournemouth Pavilion's season of organ concerts. Several talented organists will take to the stage at 1pm to entertain guests with an hour of popular light organ music.

Once regarded by Bournemouth residents as the most exciting concept in indoor entertainment, the Compton Organ continues to bring pleasure and entertainment to the many who attend the shows.

Expect a mix of favourites from the 1950s to today, including musical hits, classic tunes, and the occasional light classical piece.

Money raised from the shows will contribute to the ongoing financial support and maintenance of the theatre’s Compton Organ. Please note: this is a walk-in concert. Tickets are £5 on the door, cash only, with no bookings available.

Dates and performers:

• Thursday 9th April: Andrew Nix – Compton Organ
• Thursday 7th May: Andy Quin – Compton Organ & Steinway Piano
• Tuesday 12th May: Chris Powell – Compton Organ
• Tuesday 19th May: Cameron Lloyd – Compton Organ
• Tuesday 26th May: Michael Wooldridge – Compton Organ & Steinway Piano
• Tuesday 9th June: Elizabeth Harrison – Compton Organ
• Thursday 25th June: Declan Poole – Compton Organ
• Tuesday 7th July: Kevin Grunill – Compton Organ
• Tuesday 4th August: David Ivory – Compton Organ
• Thursday 13th August: Byron Jones – Compton Organ & Steinway Piano
• Thursday 17th September: Michael Wooldridge – Compton Organ & Steinway Piano

Doors open at 12.30pm, concerts start at 1pm and last one hour. Concerts are subject to change/cancellation.

Special events:

• Tuesday 3 November: Aaron Hawthorne will be improvising the musical accompaniment on our Compton Pipe Organ to the 1920 silent film Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde! Tickets are from £15.00, and we do have student and group rates available.
• Thursday 17 December: Join us for our annual Christmas Cracker Concert featuring music from Michael Wooldridge, Ian Carter and the Bournemouth and Boscombe Opera Company’s choir, Bite Size.