Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids
Idris Ackamoor is an alto and tenor saxophonist, composer, pianist, percussionist, actor, and tap dancer.
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Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids: on Sunday 8 November 2026 at 20:00, at Copper Bar, Band on the Wall (M4 5JZ Manchester), from £17.30.
Checked on 26 October 2026.
Overview
Idris Ackamoor is an alto and tenor saxophonist, composer, pianist, percussionist, actor, and tap dancer. He is the Founder/Artistic Director of the jazz and world music ensemble IDRIS ACKAMOOR and THE PYRAMIDS, which he founded in 1972.
IDRIS has performed and collaborated with tenor Saxophonists Chico Freeman and John Tchicai, the late alto saxophonist Charles Tyler, drummer Famoudou Don Moye of the Art Ensemble of Chicago, The Cecil Taylor Creative Orchestra, choreographer Bill T.
Jones, and writer Ntozake Shange, and many others. Idris was a protegìé of Chicago legendary master clarinetist Clifford King who had played with Jelly Roll Morton and Freddie Keppard in the 1920s. K7.
Blue Notes Review"The mystical Africanism of Sun Ra, the rhythmic vertigo by James Brown, the hypnotic density of Fela Kuti and the libertarian spirit of Cecil Taylor.
"ROLLING STONE"Ackamoor embarks on a great afro-jazz trip, flamboyant and timeless, where the ghosts of John Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders often appear. "
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Listen & watch
Artists
Idris Ackamoor
Idris Ackamoor — artist performing in London.
The Pyramids
The Pyramids — artist performing in London.
Getting there
Copper Bar, Band on the Wall
Copper Bar, Band on the Wall hosts concerts and shows in Manchester.
- Address
- BAND ON THE WALL, 25 SWAN STREET, NORTHERN QUARTER, M4 5JZ Manchester
- Time
Tickets & pricing
| Category | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Box office | from £17.30 | as listed by the ticket seller |
Accessibility & rules
- Format
- In person
Poster
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids take place?
Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids takes place at Copper Bar, Band on the Wall (M4 5JZ Manchester).
When does Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids take place?
The scheduled date is 8 November 2026 at 20:00.
What time does Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids start?
Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids starts at 20:00 on 8 November 2026 at Copper Bar, Band on the Wall. Doors usually open earlier; the exact time is on the ticket.
Who is the support act for Idris Ackamoor in Manchester?
The support act for Idris Ackamoor is The Pyramids. The exact running order is confirmed by Copper Bar, Band on the Wall on the night.
How much are tickets for Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids?
Tickets for Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids start from £17.30, as listed by the ticket seller. Indicative price, to be confirmed on the official box office.
How do I get to Copper Bar, Band on the Wall?
Copper Bar, Band on the Wall is located at BAND ON THE WALL, 25 SWAN STREET, NORTHERN QUARTER, M4 5JZ Manchester. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids?
Tickets can be booked on the official box office, accessible from TicketMundi: https://ticketmundi.com/gb/go/tickets?event=serie-idris-ackamoor-the-pyramids.
What type of event is Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids?
Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids is classified as “Jazz” in the TicketMundi listings.
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