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SEPTEMBER GIGS
Wed 1 September
john williams & roy sainsbury
Housman’s Café Bar, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, 01694 724441.
the big splash
Takes place on both banks of the River Usk in the centre of Newport. Live music includes Your Dad, Tattysyrup, Dirty Ray, Cool Cat Rooftop Gang, Wonderbrass, Little Rumba, Allan yn y Fan, Rogora Khart, The Carny Villains and more. Many events free. Runs until 5th September, 01633 656757.
Thurs 2 September
babajack
The Retreat, Ledbury.
open night
Hosted by Jim Gaffney. Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
the chance
Bell Inn, Leominster.
martin carthy & dave swarbrick
Nightjar Club. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 340555.
Fri 3 September
katy setterfield
Dusty Springfield, Cher and Tina Turner tribute. Malvern Theatre, 7.30pm, £16, 01684 892277.
monarchy
Queen tribute band. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £16.50, 01600 719401.
dr pinhead’s travelling show
Playing an array of blues/country and folk rock. Golden Cross Inn, Sutton St Nicholas.
bridgnorth music & arts festival 2010
Celebrity auction, featuring music from Hollywood actress, Elizabeth McGovern and her band Sadie and the Hotheads, The Nelson Brothers and local singer/songwriter Nikki Rous. The Falcon Hotel, Bridgnorth, 7pm, free, www.bridgnorthmusicfest.com
jackdaw quarry
Folk and country. The Hollybush Inn, Hay-on-Wye.
hickman & quinn
The Exchange, Newtown, 8.30pm, free.
organ recital
St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 12.40pm, 01743 365478.
the platters
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.45pm, £16, 01874 611622.
richard shindell
Covers. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.
sultana brothers
The Nelson Inn, Ludlow.
cider festival
Live music from Porridge. The Barn at The Broome, Broome Farm, Peterstow, Ross-on-Wye, from 6pm, food available, 01989 567232.
Sat 4 September
the cidermakers
A range of traditionally made cider and perry with live music through to 11pm. The Barn at The Broome, Broome Farm, Peterstow, Ross-on-Wye, from 12 noon, food available, 01989 567232.
micro baby
Malthouse, Ironbridge.
judas johnson
Bull Hotel, Ludlow.
apple celebration
Art exhibition, apple recipes, food, drinks, kids stuff. Live music featuring Norrie Davies. Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell, 10am-5pm, 01547 530888.
stormy monday
Bell Hotel, Newtown.
hells bells
A tribute to AC/DC. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £12, 01600 719401.
graffiti
Nelson Inn, Ludlow.
angels 15
Nag’s Head, Canon Pyon, Hereford.
keith little band
Jazz concert. St Michael & All Angel’s Church, Cwmdu. Tickets from Ardent Gallery, Brecon, 01874 730263.
Sun 5 September
live music
With farmers and craft market. Bar open from 11am. The Barn at The Broome, Broome Farm, Peterstow, Ross-on-Wye, food available, 01989 567232.
simon king jazz guitarist
The Feathers, Ludlow, 12.30pm.
lil’ dave
The small man with the big soul. The Grape Vaults, Leominster.
john etheridge & kit holmes
Evening of blues, jazz, rock, folk and African grooves from two outstanding guitarists. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.
Mon 6 September
cider city jazzmen
The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford, 01432 274968.
blues mondays
Unhappy hour 6.30-7.30pm, bring your old blues records to play. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne.
the bootleg sixties
The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £17/£16, 01432 340555.
Tues 7 September
james hollingsworth
The Bell, Etnam St, Leominster, 9pm, 01568 612818.
Open mic
The Retreat, Ledbury.
lunchtime organ coNcert
Hereford Cathedral, 1.15-2pm, free, retiring collection.
fight the bear
Yorkshire House, Shrewsbury.
Wed 8 September
open mic
Hosted by Wayne Martin. White Horse Inn, Clun.
Thurs 9 September
spider john koerner
Nightjar Club. In The Studio, The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 340555.
loose hound drifters
Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
abbamania
Tribute band. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £18.50/£10, 01874 611622.
black cat bone
The Retreat, Ledbury.
acker bilk & his paramount jazz band
The Great Master of the Clarinet. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £20/£19, 01432 850444.
the hot rats
Bell Inn, Leominster.
Fri 10 September
tapas & flamenco
Spanish dinner with flamenco dancer Karina Gracia, accompanied by a flamenco guitarist. Oscars, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, £19.95, 01584 878141.
open mic
The Nelson Inn, Ludlow.
sultana brothers
The Charlton Arms, Ludlow, 8pm, £10 including pig roast. Fundraising gig for The Dave Taylor Cancer Appeal. Tickets 01568 750633, tickets selling fast.
llandoddy diddy band
Rock ‘n’ roll, pop etc. The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells. Tickets from Roy Morgans Electrical Shop, Llandrindod Wells, £6, £3 under 18s, limited tickets available on the door. Fundraising gig.
one night in vegas
Starring Martyn Lucas. Featuring the music and excitement from the entertainment capital, Las Vegas. With dance numbers, show band and songs from Tom Jones, Frank Sinatra, Bobby Davis, Elvis and much more. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £18/£16, 01873 850805.
little rumba
Lydbury North Village Hall, 8pm, cabaret style seating with room for dancing, £7.50, £5 under 16s, 01588 680302.
fight the bear
The White Horse Inn, Clun.
the floor
Featuring Beverley Smith & Carl Jones, top US old-time duo. Plus The Rhythm Thieves, great quirky local band. St Michael’s Village Hall, near Tenbury Wells, 8pm, £7 on the door, 01568 750546 or 01584 810291.
blues band
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.45pm, £16.50/£15.50, 01874 611622.
rick wakeman
Music and anecdotes from legendary keyboardist and member of the progressive rock band, Yes. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.
the fortunes & The ivy league
Also featuring Bob Jackson of Badfinger fame. The Courtyard, Hereford, £17.50/£16.50, 01432 340555.
mr beat
The Exchange, Newtown, 8.30pm, free.
ady marshall
Golden Cross Inn, Sutton St Nicholas.
Sat 11 September
KINGTON SHOW
Featuring the Masters Butcher’s Band during the day, and Soul’d Out at the after show dance in the evening. The show provides a full days entertainment, including craft and food marquees, livestock, demonstrations, trade stands, dog show, horticulture and much more. The Ovals Farm, Kington, 9am-6pm, £10 adults, £8 pensioners, £5 10-16 year olds, free under 10s, 01432 850444. www.kingtonshow.co.uk
the sharks
Bull Hotel, Ludlow.
riky j denham
Country and Western. Rushall Club, near Much Marcle, 01531 635682.
amy gallatine & stillwaters
The Courtyard Foyer, Hereford, 12 noon, 01432 340555.
quirks
Bell Hotel, Newtown.
the levi roots experience
Levi Roots combines the two loves in his life, music and food. Fusing both elements in his inimitable, charismatic style, Levi will be singing and cooking up some Caribbean Magic live on stage. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £14/£12, 01584 878141.
sabrina fest 2010
Featuring The Weave and special guest Caitlin Matthews, Andy Tyler-White and Sara Philpott, poet Rimbaud. An evening of storytelling and magical ballads. Daytime tickets for Caitlin Matthews workshops focusing on the Mabinogion and more from Earthlight Crystals, Llanidloes. United Services Club, Llanidloes, £4/£3.
funky sofa
Great party band. Hollybush Inn, Hay-on-Wye
sam crockatt
Shrewsbury Jazz Network. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £10, 01743 234970.
2cv
The Nelson Inn, Ludlow.
beverley smith & carl jones
From North Carolina bringing their unique take on Appalachian Old Time music. Plus support act Jack Harris, soulful, smoky vocals and intricate finger-style guitar playing influenced by country blues masters and British folk music. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, £8, 01544 350407 or 01597 825390.
Sun 12 September
hereford jive & swing dance night
DJ night including Jive taster lesson. Richmond Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 7.15pm, £4 on the door, 01432 357859.
geoff & kate ockendon
Pop, soul, blues and jazz. The Feathers, Ludlow, 12.30pm.
mike markey & nick jones
Wales’ premier blues men. The Grape Vaults, Leominster.
plague of socretes
The Nelson Inn, Ludlow.
southern sounds jazzmen
The Raven Inn, Welshpool, 12.30-3pm, £4.
Mon 13 September
pete mustill, ian marchant tony lancett, & John hymas
‘Musical Differences’. Songs from the show. Wine Bar No. 46, High St, Presteigne, 8pm, 01544 267675.
Tues 14 September
lunchtime organ coNcert
Hereford Cathedral, 1.15-2pm, free, retiring collection.
Open mic
The Retreat, Ledbury.
Tues 14 September
open mic night
Volunteer Inn, Harold St, Hereford.
howard bragen
Bell Inn, Leominster.
small town crooks
Yorkshire House, Shrewsbury.
Wed 15 September
joe seager
Acoustic. Houseman’s Café Bar, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, 01694 724441.
setting the woods on fire
American roots trio, Deep Elem and The Remi Harris Trio team up for an evening of jazz, blues and blue-grass. The Hatch, near Tenbury Wells, 8pm, £10, 01584 881207.
Thurs 16 September
bowjangles in concert
Combining fiery musicianship with energetic dance moves, vaudeville comedy and four part harmony singing. Cawley Hall, Eye, 7.30pm, £10/£5/£25, 01568 615836. Arts Alive.
back road home
Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
richard durrant’s guitar whisperer
Featuring a unique take on Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells and Bach on the humble ukulele. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.
the fylthe
The Retreat, Ledbury.
welsh baroque orchestra
Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £17.50, student £10, 01600 719401.
the mood elevators
Bell Inn, Leominster.
peter donegan & the lonnie donnegan band
The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £16/£15, 01432 340555.
Fri 17 September
aynuk’s black country night out
Featuring Aynuk with Nicky Moran and special guest David Bartley. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £10/£9, 01584 878141.
back road home
The Exchange, Newtown, 8.30pm free.
september songs
Catherine Hughes will be accompanied by Welsh harpist Eleri Darkins and co-musician singer, Geoffrey Evans. Salem Chapel, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, 01497 821451.
rhythm thieves
The Chindit, Wolverhampton.
texas tenors
From America’s Got Talent and voted 2009’s Vocal Group of the Year. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.45pm, £17.50/£15, 01874 611622.
nothing personal
Nag’s Head, Canon Pyon, Hereford.
orion’s belt
Golden Cross Inn, Sutton St Nicholas.
James bowman
Concert of Cantatas and featuring obligatos for sackbut and curtals etc. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne. Part of Early Music at Discoed. Details 01547 560369.
lou richardson
Pudleston Village Hall, 7pm, bar, 01568 760606.
open day
Opened by the Mayor of Leominster at 10am and to include an exhibition of the history of the Ballroom. All welcome. Lion Ballroom, Leominster.
the bc allskas
The BC Allskas and guests kick off the Michaelmas weekend. Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle.
bowjangles in concert
See 16 Sept for details. Chelmarsh Parish Hall, 7.30pm, £7.50/£5 includes light refreshments, 01746 862104. Arts Alive.
best of british variety tour
Featuring Paul Daniels, The Krankies, The Grumbleweeds, Syd Little, Dana, with special guest host, Christopher Biggins. Festival Theatre, Malvern, 7.30pm, £26.50, 01684 892277.
Sat 18 September
bowjangles in concert
See 16 Sept for details. Habberley Village Hall, 7.30pm, £7/£5, 01743 792765. Arts Alive.
bob marshall
White Swan, Eardisland.
hot climate
Bull Hotel, Ludlow.
ricky cool & the hoola boola boys
Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
beyond the barricade
Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity and staring a cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £18.50/£17.50, 01432 340555.
compositions by andrew morris
Including Musical Remedies and Seasons of Zen Spirit. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 7.30pm, £12/£6 from Gill’s Gifts, Leominster, 01568 611588.
the y factor
The show will be the cream of local talent, battling it out to be crowned the first ever Y Factor winner. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £6 in advance, £8 on the day, 01982 552555.
abergavenny food festival
Featuring Intensified, Bompas and Parr, Little Rumba, Skiffle Rendez-Vous and Loon plus fantastic food. At the Castle, Abergavenny, 7.30-11pm, £13 for music, abergavennyfoodfestival.com
shrewsbury male voice choir
Worthen Village Hall, 7.30pm, tickets £7.50 from Londis Store, Worthen Stores or 01743 891305.
david hatcher
Solo concert for Viola da Gamba. Upper House, Discoed. Part of Early Music at Discoed, 01547 560369.
Sun 19 September
beatles, blues & blue violin project
Baskerville Arms, Clyro.
feathers jazz band
The Feathers, Ludlow, 12.30pm.
accord
Local duo with a big heart. The Grape Vaults, Leominster.
Mon 20 September
blues mondays
Unhappy hour 6.30-7.30pm, bring your old blues records to play. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne.
Tues 21 September
moishe’s bagel
Jazz-infected klezmer and Balkan music from some of Scotland’s finest musicians. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12/£11, 01584 878141.
Open mic
The Retreat, Ledbury.
tom mcnair
Bell Inn, Leominster.
amy gallatin
Country music, with her quintet, Stillwaters. Support by Ben Holder with The Remi Harris Trio. The Hatch, near Tenbury Wells, 8pm, £10, 01584 881207.
geraint bowen
Evening organ concert. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £6, £3 students. Tickets from Cathedral shop or on the door.
the news
Yorkshire House, Shrewsbury.
Wed 22 September
Paul pilot
Paul’s take on country music is quirky and fun and has the added attraction of both members of Rue Royale singing backing vocals. Dukes Arms, Presteigne, 8.30pm, £4. Sheep Music gig.
Thurs 23 September
electric blues reaction
Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
tim & lille
The Retreat, Ledbury.
orion’s belt
Bell Inn, Leominster.
Fri 24 September
ok brother
The Exchange, Newtown, 8.30pm, free.
llanidloes 1st charity acoustic festival
Lunchtime and afternoon sessions and live performances. The Stag, Llanidloes, 01686 412920.
hmv band
The White Horse Inn, Clun.
back road home
In aid of Montgomery MS Society. Crescent Christian Centre, Newtown, 7.30pm, £6, under 16s £2.
king pleasure and the biscuit boys
Swing band. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.
borderline blues band
Golden Cross Inn, Sutton St Nicholas.
Sat 25 September
llanidloes 1st charity acoustic festival
Lunchtime and afternoon sessions and live performances. The Stag, Llanidloes, 01686 412920.
st michael’s wakes weekend
Two gala concerts. Tim Lowe, cello performing two of Bach’s solo cello suites and a work by Ligeti, 3.30pm. Followed by tea in the churchyard. Marion Rowlatt, mezzo-soprano; Ruth Watson and Nick Benda, oboe; David Ponsford, harpsichord; John Hymas, violin; Nathaniel Harrison, bassoon, Gareth Rees-Roberts, guitar and Lynden Rees-Roberts, soprano. 6pm. St Michael’s Church, Discoed. £10, or £15 for both concerts and tea, 01544 350559.
rhythm thieves
Pidele House, Wyre Piddle.
gravy train
The Plough, Pontesbury.
kasai masai
Bringing the traditional sound of remote equatorial African villages to the UK, adding a unique and contemporary twist on the way. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £14 in advance, £16 on the day, 01982 552555.
blame kenney
Bull Hotel, Ludlow.
will killeen
Bell Hotel, Newtown.
Sun 26 September
crescendo big band
Gupshill Manor, Tewkesbury, 8pm.
bbc national orchestra of wales
Programme includes Smetana, Korngold, Barber and Dvorak. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 3pm, £14.50/£13.50, student £6, family £16.50/£11, 01686 625007.
james hunt
Saxonphonist. The Feathers, Ludlow, 12.30pm.
llanidloes 1st charity acoustic festival
Lunchtime and afternoon sessions. The Stag, Llanidloes, 01686 412920.
juke joint john
Soulful blues. The Grape Vaults, Leominster.
ray stubbs
Lichfield Vaults, Church St, Hereford, 4pm, free. Lunches available until 3pm, 01432 266821.
Mon 27 September
blues mondays
Unhappy hour 6.30-7.30pm, bring your old blues records to play. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne.
Tues 28 September
lunchtime organ coNcert
Hereford Cathedral, 1.15-2pm, free, retiring collection.
will killeen
Bell Inn, Leominster.
medusa rising
Yorkshire House, Shrewsbury.
sam sweeney & hannah james
Folk duo, recently nominated for BBC Folk Awards. Accordion, voice, clogs, fiddle, and viola. The Hatch, near Tenbury Wells, 8pm, £10, 01584 881207.
open mic night
Volunteer Inn, Harold St, Hereford.
Open mic
The Retreat, Ledbury.
Wed 29 September
live at the hive
Live gig featuring young bands and regional emerging talent. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970.
synergy
Acoustic Latin trio. Houseman’s Café Bar, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, 01694 724441.
Thurs 30 September
fernhill
Nightjar Club. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 340555.
balladeers and chancers
Sixth season, same craic wonderful performers, great sounds and venue. The Dukes Arms, Presteigne, 8.30pm.
umphf
Bell Inn, Leominster.
blake
Four talented young men who are bringing a fresh, innovative sound to bridge the gap between classical and pop music. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 8pm, £14, 01686 625007.
inspector gadjo
Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
octoBER
Fri 1 October
academy of st martin in the fields
Kenneth Sillito, leader and director, guitar soloist Morgan Szymanski. Programme includes Villa Lobos, Vivaldi, Grieg, Alec Roth and Suk. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £18/£15, 01584 878141.
borderline blues band
The Exchange, Newtown, 8.30pm, free.
freewater
Stunning female artists. Golden Cross Inn, Sutton St Nicholas.
spiers & boden
Spontaneous, punky English folk. Loud, proud and with just a few acoustic instruments. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £13 in advance, £15 on the day, 01982 552555.
bc allskas
Ska without borders! The Nag’s Head, Hereford.
Sat 2 October
motown’s greatest hits
Over 50 golden years of Motown music, featuring songs from legendary artists such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and more. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £19.50/£18.50, 01584 878141.
sultana brothers
Bell Hotel, Newtown.
an evening with mike hurst – hitmaker!
The man responsible for 40 years of hits from Island of Dreams, Mighty Quinn and Wild Thing. Hear Mike sing the hits, and tell you the stories of the 60s and 70s. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 8pm, £10, 01885 488575.
dave cartwright
Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £9, £4 students, 01531 636147.
fordante
Performing a mix of popular film music together with classical music inspired by the sound of Venice. Cleobury Parish Hall, Cleobury Mortimer, 7.30pm, 01746 862361.
siyaya
Goodrich Village Hall, 7.45pm, 01600 890502. See workshops.
Sat 2 October
magic of motown
Direct from the USA… The Reach Out Tour. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £18/£17, 01432 340555.
hereford chamber choir
Sacred and secular music. Hamnish Church, near Leominster, 7.30pm, £9.50, 01432 761500. In aid of the church in its centenary year.
bc allskas
Bull Hotel, Ludlow.
Sun 3 October
simon blight
More rock than you can shake a stick at. The Grape Vaults, Leominster.
Mon 4 October
cider city jazzmen
The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford, 01432 274968.
blues mondays
Unhappy hour 6.30-7.30pm, bring your old blues records to play. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne.
Tues 5 October
tory & nick
Bell Inn, Leominster.
Music Workshops
Single listings are free. Year round, ongoing workshops will cost £40 per year for inclusion in the magazine and website.
Starting 10 Sept
presteigne recorder consort
10-11.30am. Contact Fran Johnstone 01544 267397 or email fjjohnstone@btinternet.com
Sat 11 & Sun 12 September
georgian singing
With Nana Mzhavanadze. Kinnersley Castle, near Weobley. Information and booking, 01544 327407.
Fri 17 – Sun 19 September
early music at discoed
Special guest, James Bowman, the internationally renowned counter-tenor with period instrumentalist David Hatcher will lead a two day workshop on Handel’s Dixit Dominus. St Michael’s Church, Discoed. All details 01547 560369.
Sun 26 September
west gallery workshops
First of a series of workshops led by Robert Bunting. West Gallery was an exuberant musical style common in country churches before the Victorian era, where a group of singers was accompanied by a small band of instruments. Bring your voice or instrument. Bishop’s Castle Church Barn, 2-5pm, £5, 01588 630678.
October – date to be arranged
beginners guitar workshops
With John Shepherd. A series of workshops at Gleanings, near Bishop’s Castle. Anyone interested, contact Yvonne and John Hart, 01743 891412.
Sat 2 October
siyaya workshop
Goodrich School Hall, 4-6pm, £5, 01600 890502.
Sun 3 October
rock, pop & blues guitar workshop
Local guitar expert (Soul Supply, The Kinksones) and teacher Paul Wrightson will get beginners started, or help those with a few chords to start playing popular songs. Intermediate players will move into advanced chord work and riffs. Lead or bass guitar, bring your own guitar if you have one, (loan may be possible, call in advance). Assembly Rooms, Ludlow. Beginners 10.30am-1.30pm, intermediate 2.30-5.30pm. For ages 16+, £15, 01584 878141.
castle voices singing workshop
Thursdays 7.30-9pm. Three Tuns top room, Bishop’s Castle. Join us to explore vocal harmonies from around the world. Now every week (except school hols). Also 3rd Tuesday each month morning session in Newcastle on Clun. All welcome, friendly group, no experience needed. Led by Anne Loughran 01547 520339.
Monday
fun & play with rhthym & harmony
And songs from all over. All taught by ear so no need to read music! Folk meet 8pm term time Mondays at the Methodist chapel in Leintwardine. Email charlotte@charlottebulleymusic.info or call 01547 540603.
Monday
Ffonic
Meets for sociable music making in Newtown. New members always welcome. Phone Mark 01686 412307.
Monday
BABY BOUNCE & RHYME
A fun session of songs, actions and rhymes for you and your under 4 year old. Children’s Library, The Kington Centre, free, all welcome, 01432 260600.
Monday
BANDAMANIA
Workshop with music from all over the world, all welcome. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7.15pm, details from Sue 01544 267632.
Tuesday
Bang on! Street band!
A lively community band playing samba reggae infused rhythms, with a twist of bhangra and funk. Church Barn, Church Lane, Bishop’s Castle, 7.15-9.30pm. £5 buys you a workshop exploring your rhythm, drum tuition and a full band rehearsal. Once confident with your part you can come and play the many events we attend during the year. 18 years and over. Contact Peta 0777 3503896.
Tue
WHITTON VOICES
Acappella workshop exploring traditions from many cultures, all welcome, 8-10pm in Presteigne Assembly Rooms. Led by Sue Harris, 01544 267632.
Tue
dolau mixtures
Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, near Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427.
Tue
teatime sing-along sessions
Informal sessions for all abilities (no need to read music), with afternoon tea. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, £3.50 including tea, 01584 878141.
Tue
knighton town silver band rehearsals
Main band practice 7.30-9.30pm, training band practice 6.45-7pm. Details Cath Mellings 01547 520076.
Tue
leominster choral society
Mozart Requiem etc. Baptist Church Hall, Leominster, 7.30-9.30pm, until end of May, 01568 613513.
Alt Wed
black sheep, white sheep
Sheep Music Youth Band with John Hymas. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7.30-9.30pm. 01544 260766.
Alt Wed
LUDLOW LARKS
Community Choir led by Polly Bolton. Ludlow Women’s Centre. Harmony songs from around the world, from Beebop to Bulgaria! Open to all genders, ages and abilities. Experience the fun of singing with others. 8-10pm. 01584 823609. £3. Email info@oak-barn.co.uk
Thurs fortnightly
sing in hay
Led by Sue Harris. All voices are welcome and no previous experience is needed. Songs from around the world, traditional and new, are taught by ear and the emphasis is on singing for pleasure. A sense of humour is vital. 7.30-9.30pm, St John’s Chapel Room, Hay-on-Wye. Contact Sue 01544 267632.
Thurs fortnightly
wild angels
Informal community choir led by Sue Harris. Everyone welcome. Traditional songs from around the world with rich harmonies and compelling rhythms. Definitely good fun and healthy. Dol-Lyshall, Llanidloes, 7.30-9.30pm 01686 420423.
2nd & 4th Fri
hereford chanting circle
A new devotional chanting and singing group. Beautiful chants from a variety of traditions, no need to be a singer, all welcome. In Hereford, 8-10pm, 01432 261222.
Fri
parent & tots music, percussion and games
The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 2-2.45pm, 01497 821762.
Fri
sing for joy
Pump Rooms, Tenbury Wells. For ages 1-3 years 10am and 3-4 years 10.45pm. Prices are £28.50 per half-term with a reduction for siblings, 01584 811483.
Fri
music time
A session of music and movement for the under 5s and their parents or carers. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am-11.30am, £5 per child, siblings £4, parents free, 01743 234970.
Fri
FAMILY MUSIC MAKERS
Fun sessions for parents and toddlers to explore music making and movement together. Songs, rhymes, music and percussive play. 12.30-2pm, £4 per adult and child pair, 50p for additional child, under 1s free. The Courtyard, Hereford, 0870 1122330.
Sat
workshop
African Caribbean Hand Drumming, Didgeridoo, Singing and poetry workshop, at the Park Lane Centre, Park Lane, Woodside, Telford, 1-3pm. Donation £6, be generous. To register 07866 498335. kokumo@btinternet.com www.myspace/olugbalakokumo, www.youtube.com/okoumo
Every other Sun
the lambs
Sheep Music Youth Band with John Hymas, 2-4pm, Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 01544 260220.
SESSIONS
First Sat of month
folk & irish session
Harp Inn, Glasbury-on-Wye, 8.30pm, free, 01497 847373.
First Sat of month
pickin’ at the bird
Acoustic session. The Bird in Hand, Coton Hill, Shrewsbury, 01743 357484, 9pm onwards.
Every Sun
folk/roots session
Stag, Llanidloes, 4.30pm, 01686 412700.
1st & 3rd Sun
open mic
The George and Dragon, Broad St, Knighton, 8pm, all welcome, 01547 528532.
2nd Sun
folk session
Powys Arms, Poolquay, near Welshpool, 7.30pm, 01691 831162.
2nd Sun
session
New Orleans, Trad and swing jazz. Monty Club, Newtown, 12.30-2.30pm, £3, 01686 630438.
Every Sun
open mic/jam night
All instruments, backline, drums and PA provided, The Blue Rooms, Berrington St, Hereford, 7.30pm, free, 01432 360090.
Last Sun
Open mic night
All welcome. The Retreat, Ledbury, 01531 632766.
Every Mon
open mic night
Bull Inn, Shrewsbury, 01743 344728.
Every Mon nights
brecon town band
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7-9pm. 07779 390954.
Every Mon nights
open mic night
Horseshoe Inn, Bridges, Ratlinghope.
Last Monday
folk session
Admiral Rodney, Criggion, 01691 831162.
1st Tues
open mic night
Play, sing or tell a joke, The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 0870 1122330.
Every Tuesday
blues night
The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, between Welshpool and Oswestry, 01691 830295.
Every Tues
Tuesday jam session
Open to all acoustic musicians from the youngest to the oldest as well as spectators in a comfortable and friendly environment. The Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8-11pm, 01885 483034.
Every Tues
acoustic session
All welcome. The Retreat, Ledbury, 01531 632766.
Every 2nd Tues
acoustic session
Lively folk, blue grass, country etc welcome. Green Dragon, Bishops Frome, 8pm, 01885 490607.
3rd Tues
Bluegrass session,
The Harp, Glasbury, 01981 510674.
Last Tues of every month
jazz night
The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, between Welshpool and Oswestry, 01691 830295.
First Wed
folk night
Miners Arms, Priest Weston, 8pm, all welcome. 01938 561352.
First Wed
folk night
The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, between Welshpool and Oswestry, 01691 830295.
First Wed
hereford bluegrass session
The Victory, 88 St Owen St, Hereford, 8pm, details from Martin 01432 342018 or 07846 669890.
Every Wednesday
open mic night
Malthouse, Ironbridge.
2nd Wed
open mic night
Stockton Cross Inn, Kimbolton, near Leominster, 8.30pm, all musicians welcome, 01568 612509 or 07919 118326.
2nd Wed
acoustic jam session
White Horse Inn, Clun, 8.30pm onwards. 01588 640305.
3rd Wed
Folk/acoustic session
Any style, all welcome. Crown Inn, Clunton, 9pm, 01588 660226.
4th Wed
live folk music
Kangaroo Inn, Aston-on-Clun, 8.30pm, 01588 660544.
Every Thurs
Open mic session
The Plough, Market St, Knighton, 8pm. Live acts and DJs welcome, free.
First Thurs of the month
open mic/jam session
Hosted by Paul Parker. Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle, 8.30pm.
folk
1st Thurs Riverside, Aymestry. 3rd Thurs The Crown, Dilwyn. 2nd Wed The Cross Inn, Eardisland. 4th Wed The Dukes, Presteigne. Details Bob Aldred 01544 388868.
Every Thursday
cantorion
A mixed choir of approx. 35. Enjoy singing unaccompanied music from a wide variety of styles and periods. New members always welcome, particularly tenors. Powys Dance Centre, Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 822920.
Every Thursday
jazz jam
Franks Café Bar, Welsh Bridge, Frankwell, 8pm.
1st & 3rd Thursday
acoustic and song session
Crown & Sceptre, Minsterley, 01743 791260.
Last Thursday
folk club
Oswestry ex-service men’s club, 01691 831162.
Every Friday
new folk music club
Fox and Hounds, Lulsey, Bromyard, A44, 07709 904836.
Every Friday
Open acoustic mic
Free nibbles for musicians. Walwyn Arms, Much Marcle, 8.30pm, 01531 660758.
1st Friday
folk/traditional sessions
Salwey Arms, Wooferton, 01584 879348.
2nd Friday
open mic night
Singers/musicians, all welcome. Nelson Inn, Ludlow, from 9pm, 01584 872908.
2nd Friday
folk club
The Royal Hill, Edgerley, near Melverley, 01691 831162.
3rd Friday
traditional sessioning, dance classes & live bands
A band will play at the beginning of each night from 8pm and lead an open session afterwards. Llanfyllin Workhouse, 01691 649062
VENUES
ANGEL INN, Kingsland 01568 709195.
ARTE, St Owen St, Hereford 01432 343400.
ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Mill Street, Ludlow 01584 878141
BARON OF BEEF, Bucknell, 01547 530549
BARRELS, St Owen Street, Hereford 01432 274968
BASKERVILLE ARMS, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye 01497 820670.
BELL HOTEL, Commercial St, Newtown 01686 625540
BAYHORSE INN, Bromyard 01885 482600.
BELL INN, Etnam St, Leominster 01568 612818
BLACK HORSE, 74 south St, Leominster 01568 611946
BLACK LION, Bridge St, Hereford 01432 343535
BLUE NOTE CAFE, 18 West St, Leominster 01568 610060
The bridge, Ludlow 01584 872963
BUTTERMARKET JAZZ & ROOTS CLUB, Howard St, Shrewsbury 01743 231142
CAFE LOCO, The Station, Old Kerry Road, Newtown, 01686 624477
CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 01597 810192
CHARLTON ARMS, Ludlow, 01584 872813
THE COURTYARD, Edgar St, Hereford. 01432 359252
THE DUKES ARMS, Presteigne 01544 267318
DUN COW, Shrewsbury 01743 356408
EGO CAFE BAR, Quality Square, Ludlow, 01584 878000
THE EXCHANGE, Newtown 01686 621814.
THE GEORGE & DRAGON, Knighton 01547 528532
THE GOLDEN CROSS INN, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford 01432 880274.
GRAPE VAULTS, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611404.
THE GRANARY, Leominster 01568 614290.
THE GROVE HOTEL, Bell Vue, Shrewsbury, 01743 271227
THE HERDSMAN, Widemarsh St, Hereford, 01432 277330
HOLLY BUSH INN, Near Hay-on-Wye, 01497 847371.
HOPE & ANCHOR, Rope Walk, Wye St, Ross-on-Wye. 01989 563003.
HORSESHOE INN, Bridges, Ratlinghope. 01588 650260
HUNTINGDON HALL, Crown Gate, Worcester. 01905 611427
LION BALLROOM, Broad St, Leominster. 01568 611588
THE LOWFIELD INN, Marton, Welshpool 01743 891313
THE MALTHOUSE, Ironbridge, 01952 433712
THE MARRS BAR, 12 Pierpoint St, Worcester, 01905 613336
MINER’S ARMS, Priest Weston 01938 561352
NELSON INN, Ludlow 01584 872908
OAKENGATES THEATRE, Telford. 01952 619020
OWENS CAFE BAR, Butcher Row, Shrewsbury 01743 363633
THE PLOUGH INN, Whitecross Road, Hereford 01432 273868
the retreat, Ledbury 01531 632766.
REVELLS, Welshpool 01938 553473
ROYAL OAK, Presteigne 01544 260842.
SALWEY ARMS, Wooferton 01584 711203.
TALBOT HOTEL, Tregaron, 01974 298719
THEATR BRYCHEINIOG, Canal Wharf, Brecon 01874 611622
THEATR HAFREN, Llanidloes Road, Newtown 01686 625007
THE THREE ELMS, Hereford. 01432 273338.
THREE TUNS, Bishop’s Castle. 01588 638797
THE TRAM, Eardisley 01544 327251
VAGA TAVERN, Vaga St, Hereford. 01432 273601
THE VICTORY, 88 St Owen St, Hereford 01432 274998
VOLUNTEER, Harold St, Hereford 01432 276189.
WALWYN ARMS, Much Marcle 01531 660758.
WHITEHORSE INN, The Square, Clun. 01588 640305.
WHITE SWAN, Eardisland 01544 388577
WHITES at the clockhouse, 14 Market St, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811336
WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE, Builth Wells, 01982 552555
YORKSHIRE HOUSE, St Mary’s St, Shrewsbury 01743 362622

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