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‘We are a mix of loyal members who’ve been with the society for years and new members, many of whom enjoy the society so much that they become LOS stalwarts too! We also have a number of teens and young people who started in LOS as children in shows ... We put on one large scale production a year at the Epsom Playhouse, and usually one “revue” type show such as an Old Time Music Hall, Songs from the Shows or concert, in a local village hall.’

'For over three decades, NLCC has been one of the outstanding groups at festivals across Europe. Specialising in contemporary works, we perform uncompromisingly avant garde music of all periods and have a unique record of commissioning and premièring new works for mixed chorus.'

‘The West End Festival is Glasgow’s largest cultural event and every June takes over this popular area of Glasgow with a wide variety of events and performances ... Encompasses around 400 events in circa 80 venues across the west end from Maryhill down to Partick and from Charing Cross along to Knightswood ... West End Festival is an umbrella organisation. This means we organise few of our own events. Venues and promoters organise their events and submit them to be part of the West End Festival programme.’

‘Played its inaugural concert in January 1994. Over recent years the Band has developed into a successful group of talented musicians performing regularly at outdoor venues and concert halls, mostly around the community of Doncaster. Players in the band come from from all walks of life and join together to rehearse weekly and perform a variety of music to suit all occasions.’

‘The Birmingham Botanical Gardens is one of the best live music venues in Birmingham. Listen to superb live music in beautiful surroundings, nestled in 15 acres of landscaped gardens in the centre of Birmingham. Across the summer the Gardens will play host to some of the best live gigs in Birmingham ... Bands play on a Bandstand situated on the main lawn at the Gardens,’

‘For 10 days in June, we capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and explore Portsmouth’s amazing heritage.’ Our Mission is ‘to broaden participation in and access to artistic and cultural activities by providing a high quality programme of performances and events which capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and reflect on the heritage value of Portsmouth’.

‘Currently has over 40 members but always welcomes new players of an appropriate standard. Prospective members should have a good standard of playing and sight-reading – and be prepared to play any of the usual sizes of recorder (descant, treble, tenor or bass) as required. Players of larger instruments (great bass and contrabass recorders) are particularly welcome ... We usually give a concert at the end of each season (June/July). The music we play covers a wide range of styles and includes both “in house” arrangements and original compositions. Sometimes we invite other groups to perform in the concert – either on their own or with the orchestra.’

‘The concert series is designed to give prominance to up and coming young and local performers ... and has wide-ranging programmes: from early to contemporary music, including jazz and other genres, well-known and lesser-known works, all performed by professional musicians and emerging new artists. Performers give spoken introductions, creating an accessible and friendly atmosphere where the audience has a chance to mingle over a glass of wine at the interval.’

‘Since its inception in 1996, Edition HH has taken a boldly eclectic approach to repertoire, building up a list that embraces the byways of the Baroque as well as the cutting edge of contemporary music. Seventeenth-century consort music by Simon Ives or the keyboard works of John Dowland sit happily side by side with pieces by a select list of present-day composers ... In between the early and the modern, the HH catalogue finds room for unusual strands within the output of the classical masters and their less well-known contemporaries, as well as intriguing period arrangements of otherwise familiar works ... The fastidiousness that informs the preparation, content and presentation of all Edition HH publications is complemented and confirmed by the use of state-of-the-art production techniques and painstakingly researched illustrative embellishments, making each imprint not only a valuable artistic vehicle but a pleasurable artefact in its own right.‘

‘Bury Festival gives us an opportunity each year to enjoy a wide range of music and other artforms over eleven packed days of entertainment in venues and spaces all around the town. Bury St Edmunds is a vibrant town with plenty of arts and entertainment on offer throughout the year and the Festival draws a lot of that together in a wonderful concentration and celebration of activity.’ Held Mid May.

‘The Chapel is the only place of worship in the UK belonging to a Lord Mayor and Commonality, and is thus designated a “Civic Peculiar”. It does not have a parish or particular denomination, and has sought a mission which recollects its foundation and history, in ways which are relevant to the present age and consistent with being “of the City Council”. There is an excellent choir of eight voices, supported by an equal number of deputies. Worship is according to the Prayer Book  ... There are also frequent musical concerts, typically on Saturdays at 1.15pm. The chapel choir and deputies make up the sixteen voices of the Chapel Singers, who perform two or three concerts per year. There are also recitals from music students at the University and Red Maids School, and vocal, organ, and other instrumental recitals. These concerts are all free, with a retiring collection.‘

‘A small, independent classical record label with its own location recording and post-production facilities. It is named after Dinmore Manor, a beautiful residence in Herefordshire, where some of our recordings were made. Our aim is to supply high quality CDs of varied and entertaining repertoire at very competitive prices. Many of our recordings are available only direct from us.’

‘One of the finest venues in the South East of England for folk, acoustic and roots music. Our aim is to create a relaxed and intimate atmosphere to allow you to enjoy the best in music to the fullest in our convivial surroundings ... We have been running since 1983. Every Friday (apart from our summer break in August, and at Christmas and Easter) we bring you a fabulous programme of Folk and Acoustic music, with artists and bands at the top of their game. We only put on guests we like ourselves, and there is a very special kind of warmth and friendliness about the club which makes an evening here so enjoyable. Such is our reputation that we often have guests who don't normally play in a small venue like ours, and they love it so much they clamour to come back!’

‘This fine Victorian bandstand was restored and re-erected in its original position in Priory Park in the 1980's through the efforts of The Malvern Civic Society who now use it as their logo.’ Summer series of Sunday afternoon concerts.

‘Music is inherent to the life of our school, giving boys skills and experiences that last them for the rest of their lives. Our aim is to enable every boy to experience the best and widest range of music-making, whether as a performer or listener ... Beyond music as a curriculum subject, we encourage extra-extracurricular participation for every boy who is interested and able. Two thirds of the boys learn an instrument, while many learn two or three. From the Glee Club to the Quiristers, and with a lively calendar of concerts and performances, we cater for the widest possible range of tastes, expectations and experience.’

‘Founded on 16th September 1999 by Steve Smith, a local music teacher. He wanted to provide the opportunity for brass and woodwind players in the area to play in a group. Playing in a group builds confidence and is a great way to improve skills whilst having fun ... Blowzone plays in public several times a year. These are mostly informal occasions providing entertainment at local fairs and fetes. Performing is an important part of gaining confidence as a musician, and it shows our friends and families what we have achieved ... New brass and woodwind players are always welcome. Our members are of all ages, from children to the retired, and range in experience from about Grade 3 to Grade 8 and beyond.‘

‘Has been entertaining audiences since 1919. The 70-strong Choir always welcome new members ... No previous experience of singing in a choir is required, or even the ability to read music. The Mendip Male Voice Choir is an inclusive group, welcoming all male singers who will sing to the best of their ability ... We don’t just sing hymn tunes - our repertoire covers most genres with music written by living composers or arrangers.’

‘A mixed voice choir based in Frome, Somerset, UK ... There are two annual concerts with professional soloists. New members are welcome in all voices. There are no formal auditions, but an ability to read music is assumed.’

‘An independent charity which supports arts and culture in our local communities ... Our Mission is to inspire creative development in the Test Valley: * By attracting national recognition for the arts in the area; * By generating opportunities for community participation, especially among young people; * By working in partnership to extend our reach and increase our impact.’

‘Our Society was formed in 2008 after many years wondering how to promote the music and history of Eric Coates ... The Eric Coates Society is promoting his  music and history and we welcome any one who shares our enthusiasm ... Eric says in his autobiography that much of the inspiration for his music came on those occasions when he cycled around the highways of Hucknall and through the lanes leading to the A60 and the winding lanes into Southwell ... His music still stirs the emotions. One of his master pieces,used for the score of the film The Dam Busters is seen as a very patriotic work and is played at many concert programmes. The long running BBC Radio programme Desert Island Discs still opens with the well aired Sleepy Lagoon written in 1930. (The BBC added the sound of a seagull.)’

‘Established by Wiltshire Council in partnership with parents and supporters to create bands, orchestras and choirs for children of primary and secondary school age in Wiltshire. Professional staff  coach and conduct the large number of ensembles on offer. The bands, orchestras and choirs are split into three groups. There is Wiltshire Young Musicians (WYM) which include West Wiltshire Young Musicians (WWYM) and North Wiltshire Young Musicians (NWYM). (There is also a group based in the Salisbury area called Salisbury Area Young Musicians (SAYM).)

‘The Chineke! Foundation was established in 2015 to provide career opportunities to young Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) classical musicians in the UK and Europe. Chineke!’s motto is: “Championing change and celebrating diversity in classical music”. The organisation aims to be a catalyst for change, realising existing diversity targets within the industry by increasing the representation of BME musicians in British and European orchestras. The Foundation’s flagship ensemble, the Chineke! Orchestra, comprises exceptional musicians from across the continent brought together multiple times per year.’

‘A festival experience, in celebration of the saxophone through concerts, film, workshops and more. Bringing together lovers of the saxophone, worldwide musicians, music fans and students alike. This pioneering festival is for Londoners and visitors to celebrate, appreciate and learn more about the saxophone.’ Held Late May - Early June.

‘Musical and other events in the Suffolk churches of Thornham Magna and Thornham Parva ... Our purpose in organising these events is to take advantage of our historic buildings as excellent performance spaces and to contribute much needed funds to the cost of their upkeep ... In addition to the weekend of Summer Music we arrange occasional concerts at other times of the year.‘