The Best of Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells I, II & III

The Best of Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells I, II & III at The Anvil

Following a series of sell-out tours worldwide, The Best of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I, II & III returns for a sensational live performance at The Anvil in Basingstoke. Celebrating one of the most pioneering and influential works in modern music history, this concert brings to life the visionary soundscapes originally composed by a 17-year-old Mike Oldfield.

Performed by an expansive live group led and arranged by Oldfield’s long-term collaborator Robin Smith, fans will experience the landmark Tubular Bells I performed in full, alongside selected highlights from Tubular Bells II and III. Critics have described the show as "mesmerising, spellbinding, breathtaking, enthralling and electric," making it an unmissable evening for lovers of progressive rock and monumental live arrangements. Please note: Mike Oldfield does not appear personally at this performance.

Event Highlights & What to Expect

🎵 A Masterpiece Live in Full

Spanning three albums created across 27 years, Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells series revolutionized progressive rock and composition. This magnificent concert production presents the full original album alongside extended, captivating movements from the subsequent sequel albums, showcasing the intricate themes, dynamic builds, and grand theatrical variations that made the music world-famous.

🎸 Arranged by Robin Smith

Conducted and arranged by Robin Smith—a close collaborator of Mike Oldfield—the performance captures every nuance and tone of the original recordings. Supported by a world-class ensemble of musicians, the live sound faithfully recreates the iconic acoustic, electric, and percussion elements that make the suite so emotionally resonant.

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