Metrolink marks 25th year with musical performances

Her Majesty the Queen official opened the Metrolink network during a special ceremony on 17 July 1992

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This week marks 25 years since Her Majesty the Queen officially opened the Metrolink network during a special ceremony at St Peter’s Square. To recognise this significant anniversary, pop-up musical performances appeared across the tram network on 17 July to entertain passengers.

In celebration of Metrolink’s silver jubilee year, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) joined forces with The Bridgewater Hall – which celebrates a 21st birthday later this year – to deliver this innovating and engaging musical project, Tram Tracks.

The project, which culminated in two gala concerts earlier this month, sought to truly reflect the diverse communities across Greater Manchester and how those communities’ lives have been changed by the tram since its inception.

93 new and bespoke pieces of music – each one representing a stop on the vast Metrolink network – were created by more than 1,200 participants from community, school and youth groups, local businesses and partner organisations across the city region.

From Monday 17 July, all 93 tracks are also available to listen to for free.