Archive for September, 2007

Beverley Arts Trust present
New York Gospel Singer L D Frazier
Saturday 27th October 2007

Toll Gavel Church
Beverley
HU17 9AA

Workshop: 5pm             Concert : 7.30pm

Workshop free to concert goers

New York Gospel Singer L D Frazier has taken his gospel songs all around the world.

Tracing Gospel’s evolution - from its African roots and early Spirituals, through Emancipation to the present day.

Accompanying himself on piano, LD performs inspirational gospel songs and talks about their history and how they have related to his life.

Tickets: £7.00

Available from Beverley Tourist Information Centre
Tel: 01482 391672

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Whitby Musicport 2007   19th - 21st October 2007 

Now in it’s eighth year  Musicport World Music Festival announces its full line-up for the weekend which this year includes:
 
Rachid Taha  Algerian star whose recent appearance at Glastonbury (as part of Damon Albarn’s Africa Express) was definitive highpoint of  the festival for many where he was joined onstage by an all-star cast  (including Fatboy Slim, Billy Bragg, Baaba Maal, Amadou and Mariam & the Magic Numbers) for his furious  version of the Clash classic Rock El Casbah.

Courtney Pine The leading light of UK jazz brings his excellent band up north for what will be a sensational finale to this year’s festival. Varttinna  the 11 piece band from Finland fresh from providing much of the musical score for the £25m stage production of Lord of the Rings bring the wonderful traditional music of the Karelia region which is both mystical yet surprisingly danceable.

Other artists also confirmed include Linton Kwesi Johnson the world’s first dub poet & one of Britain’s most influential & unique voices in a rare  spoken word performance.

Sidi Goma The Black Sufis of Gujerat . Devotional music from India performed by musicians from a hidden minority with their roots in East Africa,Kékélé Veteran Congolese band from the golden age of Rumba Congolaise . Subtle rhythms  dazzling guitars & enchanting vocals. Galina Dumushliyska  exclusive UK performance from  Bulgarian singer who is a major star in her homeland. Nuru Kane &  The Bayefal Gnawa. Paris based  young star of Sengalese music Susheela Raman. World Music Award winner & Mercury prize nominee with her beautiful music exploring her Tamilnadu heritage Lau and dozen more being confirmed week to week.
 
Other acts include Forty Thieves Orkestar, Muntu Valdo (Cameroon) Eduardo Niebla Experience, The Bollywood Brass Band, Adel Salameh Trio (Palestine) & Rory McLeod
 
Tickets are now on sale for full weekend or for individual days and sessions. Full detail on website or ring ticket  & information line  on 0845 3732760. Early booking is advised as festival sold out in 2004, 2005  & 2006.
 
The festival is indoors in one main venue which has 4 stages . There is a full workshop & film programme and a free festival fringe.

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 Whitby Musicport Festival is moving to Bridlington in 2008

Having outgrown the current venue (which holds 1000) the move to the 3500 capacity Bridlington Spa (currently undergoing an £18m transformation) will give the festival room to expand in future years and attract even bigger name international artists.
 
Organiser Jim McLaughlin said “We think this is a really exciting development for the Festival and for Bridlington and we want to make this years event a celebration of the 8 years in Whitby that have helped make it such a big cultural event in the north.”
 
This year’s festival is rapidly heading towards another sell-out but at the present time there are still tickets available for the whole weekend and all the individual sessions.
 
New additions to the line/up include The Bollywood Brass Band, Paul Simmonds (of The Men They Couldn’t Hang), Warner Brother artist Edwina Hayes & winner of the Horizon Award at this years Radio 2 Folk Awards Kris Drever.
 
With acts of the stature of Rachid Taha flying in from Paris & Varttina from Finland flying in from Helsinki just to appear at the 2007 festival  plus jazz giant Courtney Pine making a rare foray up North, this year’s festival is all set to provide a memorable farewell to Whitby and provide an excellent way to mark the dawning of a new chapter.

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East Riding County Choir - Handel:Messiah - 1st December 2007

East Riding County Choir
7.00 p.m.
Saturday 1st December 2007
Beverley Minster

Handel: Messiah

Tickets available from 1st November from Beverley Tourist Information Centre

Tel: 01482 391672 or at the door

Price £12 - £8 (concs available)

There is access for the disabled

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Total Transform Paving Ltd

On behalf of Les and myself, we would like to thank you for doing such a good job on our front drive (etc.).  We have had so many compliments from people who live in the village and family and friend who all say what a good job you’ve made of it.  I have passed on our name and number to people who have asked and will proceed to do so in the future.

Les & Yvonne

“We would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you for a job well done.  We will certainly recommend you to other potential customers.”

Mr Falkingbridge, Beverley.

“…all of the contact with yourselves has been first class and the service has been of the highest standard…  We would have no hesitation in recommending your work to anybody…  Communication from yourselves is another good selling point as we were very impressed by the constant update of progress as well as the follow-up call (which is an excellent idea) to make sure we were happy with everthing.” 

Mr & Mrs Briggs, Nr Beverley

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Piano Recital at Beverley Minster - 15th September 2007

C L A S S I C f M
Presents

Patrick Hawes
Composer in Residence

TOWARDS THE LIGHT

 A piano recital of pieces from the widely acclaimed classical album.

SATURDAY 15th SEPTEMBER 2007
7.30 pm
BEVERLEY MINSTER

The past months have been a rollercoaster ride for Classic fm’s composer in residence as the tour took him around the country. Venues ranged in audience side, but undoubtedly the reactions from those of you who attended were astoundingly positive. So much so infact that Patrick wished to take the tour to those areas it did not reach.  Not only are there now more dates to come but Patrick has been working towards the release of a new Compilation album The Essential Patrick Hawes. This will endeavor to provide those who like his music with a collection to treasure. It will contain previously released and a selection of unreleased pieces, orchestral, piano and choral as well as tracks from his film score for the wonderful film The Incredible Mrs Ritchie.

The Piano Recital will be a chance to hear Patrick’s latest release. Pieces of beautiful simplicity and expression written as Classic Fm composer in Residence. The concert lasts aproximately an hour and includes not only performances of the pieces but interjections by Patrick as he explains the meaning behind his music and the thought process in its creation. Following the concert there will be a chance to meet and talk with Patrick.

Tickets £10 and £8 concession
Available from:
Beverley Tourist Information Centre 01482 867430
Box Office 01964 544145 At the Door from 6.45 pm

More information can always be found at:
http://www.patrickhawes.com/
www.myspace.com/patrickhawes

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Beverley has been named as the Number One town in a UK Affordable Affluence Research survey. carried out by the Royal Bank of Scotland.

The survey identifies towns and cities within the UK where an affluent lifestyle is available at an affordable price.  Beverley was named the winner because it offers everything people are looking for, from Michelin starred restaurants, award-winning golf course, high performing schools and a good selection of quality shopping outlets.

With average house prices in Beverley of around £182,000, which is just £2,000 above the national average, together with average earnings of around £37,000, it shows that a reasonably wealthy lifestyle is within the reach of many people.

A comment taken from the Royal Bank of Scotland’s report states “When it comes to affordability it is easy to see why Beverley deserves first place, with average property price just a little over the national average, and average earnings in the town are £37,000 – making this market town extremely attractively-priced relative to the lifestyle it affords.

In all, 20 towns and cities made up the list, including Maidstone, Chester, Perth, Salford, Inverness and Huddersfield.

 Well done Beverley!

Read the full report here

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AUTUMN PROGRAMME 2007
What’s On Programme at the Old Parcels Office Arts Centre

At

Bridlington Railway Station, Station Approach, Bridlington, YO15 3EP 

To book a course and for further information
Telephone 01262 40-00-00, Fax 01262  675926, Email: oldparcels@mindhey.co.uk   

EAST YORKSHIRE WOODCARVERS
Wednesdays 7.00 - 9.00pm  
Weekly - commencing 5th September to 19th December, No session Wednesday 12th Dec
All ages welcome.  Contact Brian on 675002 for more details. 

THE WOMEN’S GROUP
Meets at the OPO most Thursdays commencing 6th September 7 - 9pm
Open to all women age 18+. Contact for further information daytime 673776,  evenings 670146.

PURPLE SQUIRRELS YOUTH THEATRE
Age 11 - 17 years.   Directed by Frances Kelly.   Mondays  6pm — 8.30pm
Commencing 17th September.  No session 22nd October
Ring 40-00-00 for details. £1.00 donation / session appreciated.

WEA UPHOLSTERY  with Tutor Trish O’Connor
Monday 17th September.  10 am - 12 noon.  No session Monday 22nd October
A 10 week WEA course. You will learn the essential skills to design and upholster a small item of furniture.  (You will need to bring and take away the item of furniture at each session.)   Please book on 40-00-00.  Fees: Full £42, concessionary £34 Registration £5.00.  Age 16+.

WRITE ON !
Mondays – Fortnightly - Commencing 17th September 
10.30am to 12.30pm.  No sessions 23rd & 29th October.  
An opportunity for anyone who likes to write and would enjoy an occasional workshop
to share and discuss their work, we also hope to bring guest writers to run some sessions. Beginners welcome.   Age 16+ .   Facilitator Frances Kelly.

WEA  SINGING  With tutor Jane Walker
10 weeks 10 am - 12 noon commencing Tuesday 18th September. No session  23rd October
Take the opportunity to lift your voice and your spirits under Jane’s tuition.  Learn about breathing techniques, and fun singing exercises using your voice.  Beginners welcome.  We hope to have a concert celebrating what we achieve at the end of the course. Fees:  Full £42, concessionary £34, registration £5.00.  Age 16+.  Please book  on 40-00-00

WEA CREATIVE KNITTING & CROCHET
with tutor Audrey Bemrose  Tuesdays for 10 weeks  2pm - 4pm
Commencing 18th September.  No session 23rd October. Age 16 +. Learn about stitches, yarns & techniques.  Make sense of written patterns & diagrams.  Explore colour, design and develop your creative skills in a friendly group.  Beginners and more experienced welcome.  Fees: Full £42, concessionary £34, registration £5.00. 

CR8
For Young People   11 – 16 years -  Tuesdays 6.30pm to 8.30pm at the
 Experiment with different art  techniques with Tracey Jo & Jane.   Term Time only commencing  
 18th September (no session 23rd Oct)   ₤1.00 donation for each workshop appreciated

WEA CREATIVE STITCHING
with tutor Jane Allanson. Thursdays for 10 weeks.  Commencing 20th September.
10am to 12 noon  (no session 25th Oct).  A practical course for anyone interested in stitching, from beginners to the more experienced.  Have a go at making decorative bags, cushions, wall hangings etc in a friendly environment.  Fees: Full £42,  concessionary £34, registration £5.00. Please book on 40-00-00. Age 16+

CHILDREN’S   WORKSHOPS   
Saturdays 1.30pm – 3.30pm   Age 5 - 11 years
Tutors: Tracey Jo Taylor,  Jane Riley  & Tracy Taylor.  £1 donation appreciated.
22nd September -      Get Rocking!
13th October -    The Big Draw Day (National Event)
27th October -      Halloween
10th November -    Moving Toys
24th November -   Treasure Island
8th December -      Christmas  Surprise    Bookings: Please choose 4 out of  6 workshops.

ARTSPACE 
Fridays commencing 21st September 10 am - 12 noon
No session 26th October.   Age 18+.  “Bring your own project and materials”. 
Space and time to catch up with your own creative work with tutor Jane Allanson. 

MIND DRAMA GROUP With director Fiona Smith
Monday 24th September 1.30 - 3.30pm.  No session 29th October.
New members welcome! Age 18+. Tel 40-00-00 for further information.

PERFORMANCE MONDAY 26TH NOVEMBER  7PM
£1.00 donation per session appreciated.

MAKE IT 2      
Tuesdays 1.00pm to 3.00pm  Commencing 25th September.  For Women 18 +  
Interested in arts and crafts and would like to have a go?  Do you lack confidence to join large groups?  This small group is designed just for you!   Max 6 places  (No session on 30th Oct).  Phone Fiona for booking & information on 01262 40-00-00. £1.00 donation per session apprec.

MAKE IT 1     
Fridays 1.00pm to 3.00pm.   For Women 18 +  
Commencing 5th, 12th, 19th October, 2nd, 9th,16th, 23rd, 30th November 7th, 14 December. 
Interested in arts and crafts and would like to have a go?  Do you lack confidence to join large groups?  This small group is designed just for you!   Max 6 places.  Phone Perrie for booking & information on 01262 40-00-00.  £1 donation per session appreciated. (Note: new time)

RED LADDER THEATRE COMPANY presents  “DOORS”
Thursday 4th October 7.30pm at the Old Parcels Office Arts Centre
Written by Madani Younis (South Bank Award Winner )
Strangers crash through a door into a fragmented world … truth & lies are summoned .. Society asks the question.  Who do you think you are?  A unique performance created by Red Grit, Red Ladder’s new Young Actors Company mixes original soundscapes, high energy theatre & storytelling that connects to diverse audiences. Admittance FREE with ticket available in advance from the OPO.  Suitable for 13 years + and adults.

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
Wednesday 10th October 10.30am to 1pm
Open Morning - Have Your Say!
How do we make sure our programme remains meaningful and useful? Come down and have your say - meet staff and volunteers and help us plan.  Celebrate your achievements and plan for the future.  Work from the Mind Drop In Art Group will be exhibited in the foyer.

WOMEN & CREATIVITY
Unfortunately we are currently unable to run Women & creativity on a more regular basis however, tutor Jane Allanson will run once monthly workshops on  Thursdays 1pm to 3pm
18th October,  15th November,  6th December.   Please note new time.

DISCOVER CREATIVITY – FAMILY LEARNING WEEK
Friday 12th October - Drop In 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Learn 3 art and craft ideas to take home and enjoy with the family.  Children welcome.
SALT DOUGH  -   MOBILES  -   DECORATIVE BOXES
Further details on Family Learning Week at your local library.

ASCENDANCE DANCE  -   “INNER SPACES” - Young People   
This is an exciting heritage project  using church spaces (their Architecture and history) to create
 dance. The project takes place in Bridlington Priory Church  on the following dates:-
Thursday    25th October 10am to 3pm
Friday         26th October 10am to 3pm
Saturday     27th October 12 noon to 4.45pm  (Including performance at 4.00pm)
Bring a packed lunch and wear comfortable clothes. £1 donation appreciated per day. There will be a second phase of this project in February 08 culminating in a gala performance in Wakefield Cathedral, with over 300 participants. Age 8 years+

MAGIC LANTERNS  -  SLIDE SHOW
Thursday 11th October - 7pm - 8.15pm
Jim Daniels will give a talk on the history of Magic Lanterns.  3 x 19th century lanterns will be exhibited together with other related exhibits for you to view and discuss. The slides are 19th century and mainly feature tourists in Victorian everyday clothes of the period ascending glaciers and snow covered mountains in Switzerland.   Age 16+

A PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVE ON MENTAL ILLNESS     
(Evolution of the Human Mind) With Dr. Diane Watson Dip. P.S.E., M.A., Ph.D
Thursdays 6.30pm at the OPO on 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th November 07.  Age 16+.
A series of four talks aimed at a general audience: those who have experience of mental ill health, those who work with  or care for  people with mental ill health, and those who have an academic interest in psychology or philosophy.  Each talk will consist of a one hour presentation followed by refreshments and an open discussion.  Handouts and list of further reading will be provided.

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS with Audrey Bemrose
Family Workshop  Saturday 1st December     1.30 - 4.00pm 
The welcome return of a popular workshop - start your preparations here! 
£1.00 donation appreciated per person.  Suitable for Children aged 5+
All children must be accompanied by an adult!

PORTRAITS IN OILS &  ACRYLICS (WEA)
with Tutor Steve Carvill
Tuesday 23rd October 10am - 3pm and Wednesday 24th October 10 to 3pm
For beginners & more experienced students.  Follow step-by-step demonstrations & have a go yourself at portrait painting using mixed media (oils & acrylics) Fees:  Full £18.90, concessionary £15.30, benefits claimants £5.00.  Booking essential.  Age 16+. 
Wednesday 12th December 7pm

OTHER LIVES PRODUCTIONS  present 
Charles Dickens meets Sherlock Holmes and Danger & Delight for the Christmas Season
Readings from Dickens, followed by a never before seen drama wherein Sherlock Holmes travels back in time to help Charles Dickens solve a mystery which is killing him.
Tickets £5 & £3 concessions.  Purchase tickets in advance from the OPO.

YORKSHIRE COAST COMMUNITY RAIL PARTNERSHIP
Summer Station Gala -  Saturday 15th September
Xmas Fayre -  Saturday 1st December
Visit the OPO stalls and meet our volunteers.  All tombola prizes appreciated,
please deliver to the Old Parcels Office Arts Centre.

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East Riding County Choir
Rehearsals for our 2007-2008 season begin on 17th September at 7.30pm and will take place at Beverley Grammar School.

We are looking for new sopranos, tenors and basses to join in our Christmas performance of Messiah by Handel.

Students are especially welcome and they pay no subscription. An audition is required and the ability to read music.

For more information tel. 01482 842239 or visit the
East Riding County Choir Website here

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