It was July 6th 2003 and Tony Bennett was in town. I had seen Tony on two separate occasions before, but both those times, it was at the Royal Concert Hall. Mr Bennett was appearing live at the open-air stage on George Square, Glasgow, with his Quartet. This appearance was during the Glasgow International Jazz Festival, and boy, were we in for a master class, and it only cost £5.00 to get in!
There was an outstanding collection of… Read more
This is a great question …. and the answer is a definitive ’yes’. Frank Sinatra is said to have started swing music, but in fact this music was around before Ol’ Blue Eyes arrived on the scene. There was Al Jolson and there was Bing Crosby to name a couple, but Frank brought a new kind of “feel” to the music.
The experience he gained working with the likes of Tommy Dorsey and the Harry James band set him apart… Read more
The Dog Inn, Whalley, BB7 9SP, Lancashire is having an Open Mike/Jam Night, Thurs 5th January – 9pm till 11.30pm.
Everyone is welcome to come down, it’s free and register on the night.
* Please do not ring the pub for band bookings – email instead *
POSTAL ADDRESS
The Dog Inn, 55 King Street, Whalley, Near Clitheroe, Lancs, BB7 9SP
For more information contact : attydoghouse@gmail.com or website www.dog-innwhalley.co.uk
If you cannot make that date we have… Read more
Steel Drum Work Shop
Steel Pans or steel drum workshop are very popular in schools, colleges, Universities, special needs, cooperate and team events. Hiring a steel pan or steel drum workshop is a great idea! We provide steel drum workshop for all ages ranging 3 year old to adult, Pupils of any age and abilities are able to take part in our steel pan activities; including clients with a special need background and disability. We have full public liability insurance… Read more
“You’re a singer – who’s your favourite then?”… has to be one of the most common questions I get asked at gigs. The hard thing is, I very rarely have an answer ready – it’s an impossible question! It depends on the genre, on whether we’re rating singing ability as opposed to performance, and bunch of other things.
I decided to write a list of my favourite singers – going purely on vocals, not songwriting, or skill as a performer.… Read more
Hello, hope you are well today, pls check out the website www.gurusoundz.com we are wholesaler, retailers and manufacturers for Indian musical instruments based in UK, the founder himself is a musician www.sandyman.co.uk (tabla player). All repair work is undertaken together gurusoundz deliver their products world wide. Just contact us on 0208 594 4040 or email us gurusoundz@hotmail.com (skype add us on )
Discounts are available on our products for educational purposes. .
Our Music shop speaks for itself.
For various… Read more
The most important people to us are our clients, without them Music and Events would not exist.
That is why we love to hear stories like this…..
I joined Music and Events for one reason and that was to try and market my act effectively. I tried other advertisement but never found it to be successful.
I have been a member of Music and Events for less than a month and feel having a presence on the site has given… Read more
I am always pleased when a band or entertainer stops and asks the question, ‘what else can I be doing?’
It is something I ask myself daily and encourage everyone involved in this industry to do also.
Phil Atkinson from the Function & Party Band ‘Boogie Fever’ asked that question recently and Music & Events responded. Here is what Phil had to say after an afternoon consultation with Music & Events.
(Tommy Winn, Owner Of Music & Events)
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I… Read more
My new blog will combine promoting Music and Events with promoting local bands, acts and buisnesses! Also the fun of my own band will probably sneak in from time to time!
Find it here and become a follower!!
http://theentertainmentsdirectory.blogspot.com/2011/03/hello-and-welcome.html
Thanks
Claire x
Pat testing or portable appliance testing is an important part of any Health & Safety policy.
This guide covers both the legal implications the technical requirements.
Many insurance companies are now asking for proof that you have had your equipment tested and that a certificate that complies with Health & Safety regulations has been issued.
Also, many venues may request this, in many cases refusing to allow you to use untested equipment altogether.
The Health & Safety… Read more