Music

Paul Jones and Dave Kelly

Venue: 
Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock
Event Date: 
Saturday, January 10, 2015 - 20:00
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** sold out ***

Founder members of The Blues Band, Paul Jones and Dave Kelly’s tangled and colourful roots go way back into the true undergrowth of the tradition. As well as their own original material, they not only perform the music of Howlin’ Wolf, John Lee Hooker and Sonny Boy Williamson – they actually played alongside them, and enjoyed their friendship.

After more than twenty five years presenting his own BBC Radio 2 R&B show, and as a thrilling singer and harmonica maestro, what Paul Jones doesn’t know about the Blues can be written on a pinhead. The same can be...

One Night Only with Eban Brown - Lead Singer of The Stylistics

Lead Singer of The Stylistics, and an accomplished guitarist and jazz musician in his own right.

In May 2000, Harold "Eban" Brown became the new lead singer for "The Stylistics". Having been the lead vocalist with a number of groups "The Manhattans", "The Delfonics" and "The Moments", Eban easily took on the task as lead singer.

Eban Brown brings to The Guildhall, Plymouth a fresh style and talent not seen for a while.

For one night only on 28th March 2015. Don't miss this brilliant night!!

La La Choirs: Mind, Body and Soul Music

A concert to raise awareness and much needed funds for Hamoaze House, Plymouth. The theme has been chosen to support the objectives of Hamoaze House and their work.

Hamoaze House was set up on the 30th June 1998, Co-founded by the late Roma French and Bob Underwood. They acquired registered charity status on the 7th July 1998. They offer day support rehabilitation facilities for people...

Mind, Body and Soul Music

La La Choirs present Mind, Body and Soul Music, a concert to raise awareness and much needed funds for Hamoaze House drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre in Plymoouth. The theme has been chosen to support the objectives of Hamoaze House and their work.

Tickets are available online from http://lalachoirs.co.uk/mind-body-soul-music/ and are £12 for adults, £6 for under 14s.

Guests include Big Beat, junk percussion bank from Calstock, and Semi-Toned, Exeter University's award winning all male a capella singing group.

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

Venue: 
Calstock Arts, The Old Chapel, Sand Lane, Calstock
Event Date: 
Saturday, September 20, 2014 - 19:00
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We’re pleased to welcome back two of the British folk scene’s most accomplished performers, following two great sell out gigs in 2013.

Kathryn and Sean won the Best Duo Award in the 2013 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, as well as being nominated in the Best Original Song category. They have graced stages the world over in a number of guises, however, the intimacy and strength of passion they show as a duo, combined with an eclectic repertoire ensures a rare treat.

With a story that includes collaborations with Seth Lakeman, Cara Dillon, The Levellers, Kate Rusby and Show of Hands...

All Dayer

Soul music will be played for over 11 hours at The Guildhall in St Ives, Cornwall on Saturday 12th July.

As well as watching some fabulous soul artists perform, those who attend can also take advantage of the large wooden dance floor.

Some of the artists performing include Nige Brown and Jo March.

Tickets cost £10 in advance and £12 on the door.

Easter music-themed events at libraries

Libraries will be keeping children entertained this Easter holiday with an egg-citing ensemble of free music-themed activities.

‘Make Music’ is inspired by the iOrchestra events being brought to Plymouth by the Philharmonia Orchestra later this month and will include stories, crafts, film shows and live performances.

Local musicians funded by the iOrchestra project will be...

Plymouth to host major MTV music event

MTV will be ‘crashing’ Plymouth Hoe this summer to stage a spectacular live music event as part of the city’s ‘Three Towns’ centenary celebrations.

Organised in collaboration with the City Council, ‘MTV Crashes Plymouth’ will take place in July and feature a number of headline music acts.

It follows other massively popular MTV Crashes events staged in Glasgow, Belfast and...

Louise Jordan: Florilegium Spring Tour

Venue: 
Folk on The Moor, The Westward Inn, Lee Mill, Plymouth PL21 9EE
Event Date: 
Sunday, April 6, 2014 - 19:30
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Hailed ‘a rising star’ by the Telegraph, Louise’s award winning debut album has been described as ‘a masterclass in songwriting’. Touring with her second, critically acclaimed album Florilegium, Louise plays original works, musical settings of literature as well as her own unique arrangements of traditional material. Accompanied by piano and guitar Louise’s songs cross musical divides; influenced by acoustic, classical and folk Louise’s music appeals to all.

‘A stirring, lilting grace’ The Telegraph

‘Haunting and unforgettable’ The Sunday Express

Saxophonist Lewis given Royal Schools' honour

An 11-year-old Ivybridge Community College student earned the opportunity to perform at one of the UK’s most well-regarded concerts for young music students.

Lewis Allen-Waldron, a dedicated musician who started playing the saxophone at Woodlands Primary School at the age of seven, was selected by the Associated Board of The Royal School of Music to perform in its High Achievers’...

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