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SUMMARY:Synergy\, Beaufort Scale & Tenouus sing for QB
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fabulous evening of music whilst raising money for our amazing sister project QB Monmouthshire who do amazing work with young people and their families across Monmouthshire. \nPlease book via this link;\nhttps://form.jotform.com/260645128186359
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/synergy-beaufort-scale-tenouus-sing-for-qb/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Abergavenny Day Rave
DESCRIPTION:Need to cut some shapes\, but not found a dancefloor?  Want to get the family moving\, but don’t know how?  NP BEATS presents a day rave for all the family\, playing the best in disco\, funk\, pop\, dnb\, house\, techno and much more.  Why not shimmy into town for a Saturday afternoon shindig with real life vinyl DJ’s\, disco light show and a live MC.  With a craft area for the kids and an open bar & café to keep you hydrated\, be sure to don your ravewear and bring along your friends! \nThis is a family event\, and all under 12’s will need to be accompanied by an adult. Teens age 13 – 16 may attend with a consent form signed by parents – Please click here to complete.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/abergavenny-day-rave/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Disco/Rave
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SUMMARY:Experience the Beatles
DESCRIPTION:Experience The Beatles Wales’ premiere Beatles tribute show takes you back in time to relive the height of Beatlemania from the Mop-tops to the Rooftops they do it all from ‘Love Me Do to Let It Be’ with authentic equipment and costume changes it is the ultimate experience. With over 30 greatest hits in a 2 hour spectacular their cheeky wit this young group of musicians channels the spirit\, the charm and the sound of The Beatles when they first burst onto the scene so get ready to ‘Come Together’ and Twist and Shout’ and fall in love all over again!
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/experience-the-beatles/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Owl Light Trio and Rholben
DESCRIPTION:An evening of exquisite folk music from two Oxfordshire-based bands. \n \n\nOwl Light Trio are Jim Penny on concertina\, Jane Griffiths on fiddle and viola and Colin Fletcher on guitar. \nAll three musicians have deep roots in traditional music\, share a passion for tunes from Ireland\, the UK and Brittany\, and draw upon their combined influences to create complex\, compelling and heartfelt arrangements. Between them they have performed and recorded with Maddy Prior\, Nancy Kerr\, Tim van Eyken\, Red Dog Green Dog and Duotone. \nThe trio released their second album ‘Sound into Light’ last year to glowing reviews. \n“Beautifully played\, full of tunes to dance to and brimming with charm” – Tradfolk. \n\n\nRholben’s interpretations of the traditional music of Wales are full of tenderness\, wit\, and deep emotion. The sublime voice of Siriol Davies is backed by thoughtful guitar\, melodic bass\, sweeping strings\, and lush vocal harmony to create a sound that feels light and current whilst also feeling as weighty and old as the hill from which they take their name. \nThey are Siriol Davies (vocals\, oboe)\, John Ruddock (Guitar)\, Colin Fletcher (Double Bass)\, Jane Griffiths (Viola\, Fiddle) and Giles Lewin (Fiddle). \n 
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/owl-light-trio-and-rholben/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:folk music,music
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SUMMARY:The Remi Harris Hot Club Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Remi Harris Hot Club Trio – on tour across the UK in 2025 \n  \nOne of the UK’s most exciting guitarists\, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and rhythm guitarist Chris Nesbitt to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz and Blues. Combining musical virtuosity with passion and flair\, this dynamic trio deliver a mesmerising show inspired by Django Reinhardt\, Peter Green\, Wes Montgomery\, Jimi Hendrix and Joe Pass. \n  \nSince the age of seven\, Remi has dedicated himself to a life of guitar. His playing has taken him from busking on the streets of his local towns to performing at many prestigious events and venues including Buckingham Palace\, Montreal Jazz Festival\, BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with Jamie Cullum\, and on national radio and television. \n  \nRemi has been performing with Tom Moore for over ten years\, during which time they have developed a remarkable musical affinity. Since graduating from The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in 2011 where he is currently based\, Tom has performed around the UK with a variety of bands and musical projects. Starting at a young age on guitar and quickly moving to bass\, he has appeared at high profile venues including the Royal Albert Hall and The North Sea Jazz Festival\, and more recently supporting Jools Holland.  \n  \nChris Nesbitt is a jazz and blues guitarist and teacher from Northern Ireland\, currently based in the South West. Since graduating from Bath Spa University – where he now lectures – Chris has performed with various groups across the UK\, playing gypsy jazz\, blues\, rock and RnB.  \n  \nIn 2025 Remi will also be touring with his blues rock project Man of the World: the Music of Peter Green\, performing at venues selling out months in advance. He has recently released his third book Gypsy Jazz Soloing Etudes\, a follow-up to his previous book 100 Gypsy Jazz Guitar Licks\, which made it into the Top 10 in the Amazon Charts\, as well as working on a keenly anticipated new album. \n  \nRemi’s unique style continues to win him fans from around the world and he has an enthusiastic following on social media that is growing exponentially. His output has also been attracting attention from increasingly renowned quarters\, receiving rave reviews from the likes of Dr Martin Taylor MBE who recently said\, ‘Remi is a phenomenal player specialising in both gypsy jazz\, and blues guitar. He’s a true master of both genres’. With a formidable technique and a genuine passion for the guitar\, the ease and warmth of Remi’s stage presence\, together with his virtuoso talent\, will have concert goers captivated.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/the-remi-harris-hot-club-trio/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Blues,Jazz,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T220000
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SUMMARY:Third man\, Plant Species & Meg Wassell
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of live music that includes: \nIndie Rock \nRock Pop Psychedelia \nJazz/Blues/Soul
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/third-man-plant-species-meg-wassell/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Iago Banet\, ‘The Galician King of Acoustic Guitar’
DESCRIPTION:Described as ‘a master of the guitar’ by Sean Rafferty\, BBC Radio 3 In Tune; as ‘nothing short of phenomenal’ in a recent review\, and as a ‘highly recommended artist’ by Celtic Connections\, Iago creates stories without words\, enthralling audiences as he does so.  \n  \nIago Banet\, ‘The Galician King of Acoustic Guitar’ launched his third album\, TRES\, in 2023\, with a tour which has included multiple sell-out shows and sensational receptions from audiences across the UK. He has showcased his immense talent at festivals including Brecon Jazz\, Hellys International Guitar Festival and Aberjazz\, displaying new levels of skill\, complexity and versatility\, whilst fusing styles\, ranging from gypsy jazz\, blues\, Americana\, country and dixieland\, to swing\, pop and folk \n  \nSince 2018\, Banet has been building an impressive career as a solo fingerstyle acoustic guitarist\, displaying his exceptional abilities and receiving rave reviews along the way. He has performed with artists\, including Josh Smith (Joe Bonamassa)\, Mark Flanagan (Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra)\, Jack Broadbent and Clive Carroll\, amongst others. \nIago’s technique and approach to performance have captivated crowds across the UK and Spain. He is a one-man-band on acoustic guitar not to be missed. \nVideo 1: https://youtu.be/vTFkiwyVp8s\nVideo 2: https://youtu.be/QUgpfSbbPEU
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/iago-banet-the-galician-king-of-acoustic-guitar/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T220000
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Jazz Presents: Ursula Harrison & Sylvie Noble
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to welcome two extraordinary young artists to the BMJ stage!\n\n\n Ursula Harrison – BBC Young Jazz Musician 2024 winner\, renowned composer and bassist\, with performances across Europe alongside ensembles like the National Youth Jazz Orchestra and the JM Jazz World Orchestra.\n\n\n Sylvie Noble – A rising star in UK jazz vocals\, known for her soulful storytelling and adventurous improvisation\, with standout shows at venues like Pizza Express Soho and The Vortex.\n\n\nSince meeting on the vibrant South Wales jazz scene\, this dynamic duo has created magic together — and now they’re recording their debut album this summer. Don’t miss the chance to see them live!\n\n\n Watch them perform My First Lover here: https://youtu.be/P7eYW6F946A\n Tickets: £17 standard | £15 Friends of BMJ | £8.50 under 18s\nBook now  https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/…/ursula-harrison…\n\n\ninfo@blackmountainjazz.co.uk\n07958612691\n https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/black-mountain-jazz-presents-ursula-harrison-sylvie-noble/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Jazz,music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T220000
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SUMMARY:Albino Frogs "Are Back"
DESCRIPTION:The Albino Frogs come back to the Melville after their successful performance last September. \nBack by popular demand\, the boys are happy to be included in the first Melville Festival. \nDancers be prepared for funky grooves. Listeners take in the lush chords and melodies associated with their original songs. \nThese together with their light hearted approach to the gig\, serve up plenty to tickle yer fancy. \nBe there or be square!
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/albino-frogs-are-back/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Funk,music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T220000
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SUMMARY:ReVibe Fest - ReLaunch\, ReFresh\, ReVive
DESCRIPTION:Program of events & activities:\nFRIDAY 13th JUNE \n6.30pm – Poetry Cafe – Open mic with Ric Hool – (Free Entry) \n6.30pm – Youth Circus Cabaret @ Dance Blast – Monmouthshire Youth Circus Company will amaze you with their skills in this cabaret of circus.With Trapeze\, Hoop\, Rope and  Silks in the air and acro on the ground\, there will be something for everyone. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-lnqnvop \n8.30pm – Gin & Karaoke Cafe – Feel like a star on our mini stage: Fun 4 all \n9.15pm – Bliss out with the Harp by Josie Felce. A late session relaxing with improvised sounds on the 34 string folk harp.  Please bring a mat or blanket to lie on to make yourself comfortable.  This aims to really relax you\, taking you to the ‘island of the self’ within you. (Donations accepted for Entry/Participation) \n10pm – Fire Side Fables – Stories around the camp fire (Bring along your marshmallows\, a stick and a scary story) \n  \nSATURDAY 14th JUNE \n\nDance Blast’s Aerial Rig (Give it a Go) and Aerial Demonstrations from 11am to 5pm.\n\n11am – Mad Hatter fun\, games and activities – Aimed for children under eight\, but fun for all the mad amongst us… (Free Entrance) \n11am – Creative Drop in: Join us for a relaxed\, creative drop-in session where we’ll co-create a large\, shared artwork that explores the question: What do the arts mean to you? This is a space for everyone — all ages and abilities — to take part in a collaborative drawing. You can doodle\, write words\, add colour\, draw memories\, symbols\, or simple marks. Whether the arts have inspired\, comforted\, challenged\, or connected you\, this is your chance to express it visually – together with others. \n\nNo art skills required — just bring your curiosity and imagination. 🎨 Materials will be provided. 🤝 Come for five minutes or stay for the full two hours — your contribution matters. \n\n12pm – Stories to change your life (Theatre) by Josie Felce. Open to all ages. Come and hear stories that will amaze and surprise you!  In stories you can find the way to sort out your challenges in life\, meet kindred spirits\, realise that everything is possible if you are inspired.   (Donations accepted for Entry/ Participation) \n2pm – Family Dance Session – A family dance session for parents and their under 5’s. Come and have fun\, moving together. Led by Dance Blast’s wonderful Zoe 🙂\nThis session is under the tent on the front lawn of The Melville Centre  – Saturday June 14th at 2pm. The session is free. However numbers are limited so please book ahead to guarantee a place. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-vvrxxpn \n2pm – Textile Rosettes Workshops with Emma Bevan: Celebrating special moments – Join Emma Bevan for an enjoyable and relaxed workshop\, making your own ‘rosette-brooch’\, inspired by The Community Shawl and using pre-loved and recycled fabrics. This is a free workshop; donations welcome towards materials.\nWe will use needle-felting and/or sewing to create your own rosette\, with the intention of commemorating an achievement or celebration of your own\, or of a woman you admire\, such as a family member\, a friend\, or a public figure\, for example. No prior experience or skills are required\, and the workshops are suitable for anyone aged 14 years old (all minors are to be accompanied by an adult). The maximum number for the workshop is 8 participants. You will have the fabulous opportunity to also view The Community Shawl in person\, and find out more about its history. The workshop will run for 2 hours\, from 2pm to 4pm. You are very welcome to bring a favourite button\, shell or other treasured object\, including a scrap of fabric\, to include in your rosette. We will take some photos of your creations at the end\, and then you can take home your rosette\, to wear\, to display\, or to gift to someone you love. To book\, please email Emma at communityshawlproject@gmail.com \n3pm – Rock Choir on the lawn – Rock Choir Abergavenny\, Monmouth\, Chepstow and Newport (led by Karl Montgomery-Williams) is a contemporary choir experience with no auditions and no sheet music requirement. We focus on fun\, friendship and community. We aim to create a life affirming experience for our members\, fostering a sense of belonging and confidence through singing. Our Abergavenny choir meet at The Priory Centre every Wednesday. \n4pm – Suitcase Showcase – Enjoy scenes from our latest productions and get the inside scoop on Suitcase Theatre – how we work and why we love it\, and why we think theatre is for everyone. (Free Entrance) www.suitcasetheatrecompany.com \n5pm – “Film & discussion – “Dawn” – Tickets £5 https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/revibe-fest-dawn/ \n6pm – Story Slam Cafe – With Andy North – The Monmouth Story Slam is inspired by the long running ‘Moth Hour’ (https://themoth.org/) broadcast across the US and UK on public Radio. And also by our friends in Boston\, Massachusetts who founded the Story Slam in the City of Newton and regularly attract an audience in the hundreds. \n\nVolunteers from the audience share true stories about themselves\, their friends\, families (pretty much anything) that can be funny\, uplifting\, sad or touching.\n\n\nOften you will find that a story inspires you to tell your own and you can submit your name at any point in the evening.\n\n\nThe rules are….\n\n\nYou get FIVE minutes (and no more)\n\n\nNotes are allowed (but it’s much better without)\n\n\nEnjoy yourself (The great thing about story telling is that the crowd will ALWAYS be with you)\n\n7.30pm – Albino Frogs (Funk) – Be prepared for Funky Grooves – Tickets £8 https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/albino-frogs-are-back/ \n7.30pm – Space to Dance – with Keef Wesolowski-Miles aka Hummingbird Dreamer.  Eclectic music\, partly guided\, sober space to dance\, connect and awaken the wild dancer in you. Liberating structures designed for freedom and unity. From 7:30PM to 10:00PM  – £14 in advance / £20 on the door https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-rpmpxjx \n10pm – Fire Labyrinth – Face your fears and Face the Fire! Hummadruz\, Theatr Uwchfioled Cymru\, are known throughout the Festival scene for their Ultraviolet Fire shows and Labyrinths. Combining UV and Fire spectacle and circus with the finest DJ mixed soundtrack\, this half hour show is an exhilirating experience as our performers do death-defying tricks and light our fire labyrinth. Everyone is then invited to walk\, dance and party through the labyrinth! Great music and great vibes! Suitable for ages 7 and above (under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult) All tickets: £5 https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/hummadruz-uv-fire-labyrinth/ \n  \nSUNDAY 15th JUNE \n10:30am – Creative/Contemporary dance class for Adults & Teens @ Dance Blast. This is an open\, creative class for all abilities\, Led by Fran. Participation is Free… Reserve your space at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-jzozqxp \n11am –  Soundings – Acoustic music on the lawn (Free Entrance) \n12pm – An introduction to Flamenco (Workshop) – Bring along your shoes and skirts and enjoy some Flamenco time. \n1pm – Cinders Lost their Dance Shoes (Adults)\, Dance workshop with Joon Dance https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-krkrozj  \n2pm – Ukelele on the Lawn \n3pm – Cinders Lost their Dance Shoes (11 – 18 yrs)\, Dance workshop with Joon Dance https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-vvrvepj \n3.30pm – BMJ’s Improv Workshop – This workshop\, which has been specially arranged for the Revibe Fest\, is designed for people of any age who would like to explore playing and improvising jazz. All instruments are welcome – including voice. https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/event-details/playing-and-improvising-jazz-workshop-1 \n6pm – Gin & Karaoke Cafe – Feel like a star on our mini stage: Fun 4 all \n7.30pm – Jazz Pick ‘n’ Mix  Presented by Black Mountain Jazz (Free Entrance) https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/event-details/jazz-pick-n-mix-at-the-revibe-fest \n  \n 
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/revibe-fest/
LOCATION:Monmouthshire
CATEGORIES:childrens events,Dance,Drama,film,Jazz,music,Poetry,storytelling,talks,theatre,workshops
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SUMMARY:TangleJack
DESCRIPTION:After three decades of making music together\, John-Paul Davies and Duncan Leigh have perfected their unique\, acoustic\, double-duet sound. Through tight two-part harmonising and intricate\, interweaving guitar lines TangleJack conjure an extraordinary four part texture. And it is on stage that the chemistry behind the TangleJack sound can really be seen. \nSharing a history that began some 30 years ago\, as the arty outsiders in the brass bands of the South Wales valleys\, John-Paul and Duncan formed a friendship that outlasted their teenage rock band years\, as well as the jazz and classical meanderings of their studies\, to return to their folk rock roots as musicians well-travelled. Having spent their lives becoming the band\, and the people\, they were always supposed to be\, John-Paul and Duncan are preparing to share the experiences of friendship and love with their ever growing audience as they perform their live classics and new songs from The Ragged Edge. \nTangleJack’s latest album\, The Ragged Edge\, was received as “a work of genius” (Fatea) that “fused together the brilliant complexities of folk with the wondrous harmonies of vintage pop.” (Aldora Britain Records) \nNow\, following a tour of intimate gigs\, the South Wales duo is taking their songs of quiet contemplation and rousing roof-raisers to new venues across the UK. \nThis is a band that can really move an audience and keep them engaged and involved. I highly recommend heading out to one of their live shows.” ABABAC Magazine \n“If Simon and Garfunkel had grown up in contemporary South Wales\, this might have been the music they produced” folking.com
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/tanglejack/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T220000
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UID:7124-1745784000-1745791200@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tributaries\, Monk and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The ensemble will explore Monk’s iconic harmonies and rhythms\, adding a contemporary twist to his timeless music. This performance promises bold improvisations and fresh interpretations\, making it a must-see for jazz lovers. \nReleased in 1959\, Straight No Chaser is a landmark album in jazz history\, showcasing Monk’s unique approach to harmony\, rhythm\, and improvisation. \nThe ensemble will delve into tracks like the titular Straight No Chaser and In Walked Bud\, infusing these timeless pieces with their own creative twists while honouring Monk’s ground-breaking sound. \nElliot Warburton: Piano\nCoren Sithers: Saxes\nSabina Turvey: Bass\nLiz Exell: Drums
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/tributaries-monk-and-beyond/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20250220T092215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T094824Z
UID:6933-1745695800-1745703000@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Allan Yn Y Fan
DESCRIPTION:Since their formation in 1996 Allan Yn Y Fan has carved out a reputation as one of\nWales’ foremost traditional bands\, with an impressive catalogue of concert\, twmpath\,\nfestival and recorded work\, as well as a number of European tours to their credit.\nThe multi-instrumental sextet\, as famed now for their ‘beautiful vocals’ as for their ‘fiery\ninstrumentals’\, breathe life into the traditional songs and music of Wales as well as\nwriting their own tunes inspired by their homeland and travels.\nInternationally Allan Yn Y Fan has performed at Festival Interceltique Lorient in Brittany\,\nand at venues in France\, Ireland\, Luxembourg\, Switzerland\, Belgium and Austria\, as\nwell as successfully touring in Germany and the Czech Republic.\nFestival appearances in the UK include Glasgow’s Celtic Connections\, Trowbridge\nVillage Pump\, Bromyard\, Beverley\, Fylde\, Middlewich Folk & Boat\, Tredegar House\,\nFire in the Mountain\, Shepley Spring and Fishguard as well as the world-famous\nLlangollen International Eisteddfod and the Royal Welsh Show. Along the way they\nhave also made a number of radio and television appearances. Since 2003 Allan Yn Y\nFan has released 6 albums and one EP on the Steam Pie Label\, all of which have\nreceived terrific critical acclaim.\nAllan Yn Y Fan has undertaken major theatre tours of Wales supporting the release of\ntheir ‘Pwnco” and ‘NEWiD’ albums and in 2014 they received a PRSF/St David’s Hall\ncommission to compose new music with fellow Welsh musicians DnA (Delyth &\nAngharad Jenkins) performed at the first Folk Day at the Welsh Proms that summer.\nWhile concert and festival work is the band’s main focus they haven’t forgotten their\nroots and still enjoy playing for twmpaths\, as well as for private\, corporate and public\nevents. In 2016 they even had 20\,000 people dancing in Cardiff’s Bute Park as part of\nthe mammoth Roald Dahl centenary ‘City of the Unexpected’ celebrations and in 2022\nworked with National Dance Company Wales on PARTi\, their community celebration of\ndance production.\nALLAN YN Y FAN is – Scott Baker – guitar\, bass ukulele; Emma Farnsworth – fiddle;\nChris Jones – accordion\, flute\, low D whistle\, vocals; Catrin O’Neill – lead vocals\,\nbodhran\, guitarlele; Linda Simmonds – mandolin\, octave mandola\, bodhran\, vocals;\nKate Strudwick – flute\, alto-flute; recorders\, whistle\, vocals.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/allan-yn-y-fan/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:folk music,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250330T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250330T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20250224T153910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T153910Z
UID:7006-1743363000-1743372000@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:BMJ presents Al Swainger's Pointless Beauty
DESCRIPTION:With a genre-fluid approach that blends spacey atmospheres\, head-bobbing grooves\, and immersive soundscapes\, this ground-breaking ensemble pushes the boundaries of traditional music to create a fresh\, modern sound that captivates and inspires. \nDescribed as ‘Cinematic Fusion for the Emotionally Curious\,’ Al Swinger’s Pointless Beauty aims to do more than entertain – its mission is to gently restore mental health and emotional independence through the transformative power of music and art. \nFeel the rhythms\, surrender to the soundscape\, lose yourself in a tapestry of deep groove and ethereal texture. \nAl Swainger – Bass and Electronics\nJon Clark – Drums and Triggers\nGary Bamford – Keys\nGary Alesbrook – Flugel \n‘Musically ambitious\, adventurous and imaginative…played with style and panache’ – Theo Travis (Soft Machine\, Steven Wilson) \n‘Swainger has a knack for writing catchy melodies with great rhythmic hooks…blown away…highly recommended’ – Nick Lea (Jazz Views) \n‘An eclectic range of jazz styles…musically adventurous…’ – London Jazz News
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/bmj-presents-al-swaingers-pointless-beauty/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20241126T154318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T210140Z
UID:6733-1743276600-1743283800@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Swing from Paris
DESCRIPTION:Swing from Paris are a quartet inspired by the great swing bands of the 1930s\, ’40s and ’50s: Benny Goodman and Charlie Christian meets Django Reinhardt\, Stéphane Grappelli and the Hot Club of France. Their Parisian-flavoured jazz and gypsy swing has been delighting audiences for over 15 years: from major jazz festivals including the Django Reinhardt Festival at Samois sur Seine\, to the BBC’s Hairy Bikers and the opening of the award-winning Gloucester Services. Expect stylish jazz and vintage swing. They enjoy creating and playing their own arrangements of music they love\, mostly inspired by the swing era: including music by Gershwin\, Piazzolla\, Benny Goodman\, Django Reinhardt\, Stéphane Grappelli and the Hot Club of France. The band started out of a chance meeting of Andy Bowen and Fenner Curtis\, when they both sat in at a Birmingham University jazz club jam session. Already fans of the music of the guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stéphane Grappelli\, they started a group and began playing regularly across their home county of Gloucestershire. Following formative years as a dedicated Django Reinhardt ensemble\, they widened their repertoire to include many other greats of the era and beyond – and welcomed members Sam Hughes on guitar and Tomasz Williams on double bass in the late 2010s. Their latest recording together is I Love Paris (2024)\, available digitally and on CD. Audience comments: “A truly spectacular and accomplished group” “Fabulous musicians\, fabulous arrangements. Can’t recommend enough!” “Highly recommended. Wonderful performance” Reviews ★ ★ ★ ★ “their love for\, and knowledge of\, their chosen material is wide and deep\, but nevertheless they put their own stamp on it” – THE JAZZ MANN “Excellent band … diverse numbers\, smart arrangements … symphonious violin\, soulful guitar and heart-rending bass” – Jazz Journal “awe-inspiring…The band members have real rapport” – Swindon Link
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/swing-from-paris-2/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20250224T153104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T153950Z
UID:7003-1741546800-1741554000@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:The BMJazz Collective and Guest jazz pianist/vocalist Hilary Cameron
DESCRIPTION:Singer\, pianist\, and Manhattan School of Music\, New York graduate Hilary Cameron blends Latin jazz with the soulful style of Joni Mitchell. In-demand across London and the US\, Hilary has performed at top venues like Ronnie Scott’s and Smalls NYC. Known for her role as an accompanist\, this rare performance with the BMJazz Collective at Black Mountain Jazz gives audiences a chance to see her shine as the featured guest. Don’t miss this special opportunity to hear why Hilary is so highly regarded in the jazz world!\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRMaF78B6Jo\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6ncFh2Ap1c
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/the-bmjazz-collective-and-guest-jazz-pianist-vocalist-hilary-cameron/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250223T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250223T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20250120T200303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T171500Z
UID:6794-1740337200-1740348000@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Benefit night featuring Skylark\, The Quiet Ranters & The Bodhi Medlars
DESCRIPTION:This is a Benefit Gig for the Welsh Refugee Council.\nHaving fled devastating and dangerous conditions in their own countries\, refugees often face hostility and hardship in the countries they hoped to find sanctuary in.\nThe Welsh Refugee Council works to support Asylum seekers and Refugees in Wales to build their lives here.\n“Welsh Refugee Council is the beginning of the end of the trauma.  It is where the running stops and recovery starts”\nWRC help people to find a place to stay\, work to support themselves\, access to English classes\, legal advice and so forth.\n\nPerformances by:\n\nThe Quiet Ranters\n\nThe Quiet Ranters are a 4 piece acappella group blending styles and languages.\nThey sing songs of Revolution\, Hope\, Peace and Humour in an engaging and uplifting performance .\n\nThe Bodhi Medlars\n\nThe Bodhi Medlars are a saxophone\, fiddle and accordion Trio playing Eastern European songs from Hungary to Turkey and Greece. Fast\, furious and fun!\n\nSkylark\n\nSkylark are sax\, vocals and guitar playing jazz and world music grooves\, including Latin and African.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/benefit-night-featuring-skylark-the-quiet-ranters-the-bodhi-medlars/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250216T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250216T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20250128T143909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T143909Z
UID:6823-1739736000-1739743200@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:BMJ presents : Eddie Gripper & Alex Clarke Quartet
DESCRIPTION:A date for your diaryMusic link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tizKFYvY7tE\n\nAfter a short stint of gigs in 2023\, the quartet reunites for a swift\, heavy hitting UK tour of hard-bop and feel good swing.\nBMJ are delighted to welcome two rising stars back to Abergavenny and the club where these two fine musicians first met.\nAs a finalist in the BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2020\, winner of the Rising Star category in the 2019 British Jazz Awards and nominee in the Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2021 & 2022\, Alex Clarke is known to be one of the most in-demand and versatile saxophonists to have emerged on the British jazz scene. Praised for her intelligent ear for harmony and a deep knowledge of repertoire across a variety of styles\, Alex’s sound is steeped in the tradition of swing and bebop\, “leaving the listener captivated by every phrase and nuance” (Jazz Views).\nHaving “already garnered comparisons with the greats” (Jazzwise) after the release of his debut album ‘Home’\, Eddie Gripper has been rapidly establishing himself as another young contender on the national jazz circuit. He has worked as a performer\, promoter and producer alongside top musicians in his field\, including Huw Warren\, Iain Ballamy\, Laura Jurd\, Alex Merritt and Yuri Golubev. As a composer\, he has collaborated with Welsh folk artist Angharad Jenkins in a handful of projects\, exploring the various aspects of folk\, jazz and contemporary classical traditions.\nThe quartet itself also features Nick Kacal (Double Bass) and Partrick Barrett-Donlon (Kit).
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/bmj-presents-eddie-gripper-alex-clarke-quartet/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241122T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240716T094913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T103641Z
UID:6286-1732302000-1732311000@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:David Grubb - CIRCADIA TOUR
DESCRIPTION:David Grubb\nArtist\, string arranger\, composer\, performer.\nDavid Grubb has become a sought-after musician\, renowned for his ability to seamlessly blend musical styles. Primarily a violinist\, he has shared the stage and studio with notable acts including Novo Amor\, Jim Ghedi\, Hailaker\, Toby Hay\, and collaborated with producers Ali Chant\, Neil Davidge\, and Ed Tullett. His work has taken him to North America\, Europe\, Asia\, and New Zealand\, performing in iconic venues such as The Barbican Centre (London) and Bowery Ballroom (NYC). \nPerched on the Firth of Forth overlooking Edinburgh and East Lothian\, David grew up in the small village of East Wemyss on the east coast of Scotland. It was here where he first picked up his grandad’s old fiddle and discovered his passion for music. Influenced by the Scottish traditional scene\, his classical training\, and his parent’s eclectic musical palette\, he found inspiration in musical experimentation and sonic innovation. Now\, firmly rooted in Cardiff\, Wales where he has proudly called home for 15 years\, David has become an integral part of the vibrant UK music scene\, leaving an indelible mark on a multitude of projects. \nAn instrumental story teller\, David’s musical prowess goes beyond traditional boundaries\, crafting compositions that weave together seemingly disparate musical elements into conceptual journeys. His original offerings challenge the conventional perceptions of genre\, inviting audiences into immersive sonic landscapes where each note tells a story. David’s upcoming release Circadia explores the human subconscious\, leading listeners through a typical sleep cycle and encountering weird and wonderful phenomena along the way. \nTrue to his genre hopping credentials\, David’s musical endeavours extend to diverse projects\, including his membership in the Welsh trash-trad ensemble\, NoGood Boyo\, and his role as a founding member of the burgeoning bluegrass sensation\, Taff Rapids.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/david-grubb-circadia-tour/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240520T141947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T163442Z
UID:6068-1729884600-1729891800@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:An evening of James Taylor
DESCRIPTION:James Taylor is the encapsulation of the best of American songwriting.\nHis music has touched millions worldwide over his ongoing 55 year\nstrong career and his music still stands up to the test of time.\n‘How Sweet It Is’ focuses more on Taylor’s early songwriting career\,\nfeaturing much loved songs\, such as ‘Sweet Baby James’\, ‘Something\nIn The Way She Moves’\, ‘Fire and Rain’ but also includes more recent\nclassics like the evocative ‘Frozen Man’. Vernon James performs the\nsongs true to how they were written and in the spirit of James Taylor\nhimself\, with a soulful lilt. During this two hour show\, you will be taken\non journey back to simpler times and happily lose yourself in the dulcet\ntones and sweet melodies of the finest songs written in the last half a\ncentury.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/an-evening-of-james-taylor/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241012T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241012T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240725T105614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T145614Z
UID:6303-1728759600-1728766800@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rona Mac ~Album Release Tour
DESCRIPTION:Having recently played support for Willy Mason\, Billie Marten\, Katy J Pearson\, Bess Atwell and Dan Mangan\, Rona Mac is beginning to get the recognition she deserves. A truly independent DIY\, grass-roots artist from the most westerly tip of Wales\, Mac is a prolific songwriter carving her own pathway as a queer alt-folk artist. For 4 years she swings seamlessly between stripped back sounds of Elliott Smith and Laura Marling\, to the textures\, rhythm and overdrive of Ben Howard or Phoebe Bridge. Recorded\, produced and mixed by Mac in a caravan-studio\, her music comes raw and unfiltered\, aching with nostalgia that comes with rural\, rugged places. \n  \nFunded by PRS foundation\, Help Musicians and Horizons Launchpad (Arts Council Wales)\, upcoming album ‘Honeymilk and Heavy Weather’ is tenderly written for a lost friend\, and her best work to date. For 3 years she has carved these 11 tracks with love\, grief and determination\, pulling everything into alignment with what lies at it’s core. There’s a dense and heavy story behind this Album\, intertwined with themes of love\, loss\, mental illness\, suicide and water. Mac uses the sounds of fire\, rivers\, ocean and wind amongst these tracks\, as well as voice notes\, spoken word\, and all manner of strange and satisfying sounds. Always in-keeping with honest lyrics\, strong melodies\, harmonies and riffs that are a trademark of her work\, getting her recognition on BBC’s Radio 1\, 6 and Wales. \nMac’s grass-roots approach to music is tangible and real\, and her live performance is both impressive and transformative. \nShe will be touring this album around 13 decentralised locations around the UK to move music away from big cities\, as well as connecting with like-minded people. Could that be you?
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/rona-mac-album-release-tour/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240523T144909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T162409Z
UID:6097-1725651000-1725658200@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:ALBINO FROGS
DESCRIPTION:SIMPLY KNOWN AS\n“THE FROGS”\nTHEY WRITE AND PERFORM THEIR OWN TUNES\, DRAWING INSPIRATION FROM SUCH\nGREATS AS STEELYE DAN\, AVERAGE WHITE BAND\, HEW AND CRY\, TO NAME A FEW OF\nTHAT MUSICAL JANRE’.\nTHEY PUNCH OUT SWING FILLED FUNKY GROOVES WITH CATCHY HOOKS AND\nHUMMERBLE MELODIES\, WHICH GET YER FOOT TAPPING AND EARS LISTENING. FOR\nA FOUR PIECE BAND CONSISTING OF DRUMS\, BASS GUITAR AND SAXAPHONE\nTHEY MAKE A SURPRISINGLY POWERFULL AND TIGHT SOUND.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/albino-frogs/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240622T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240622T223000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240314T134915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T145004Z
UID:5530-1719084600-1719095400@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Flamenco Trio
DESCRIPTION:Members: \nJose Almarcha: Guitar \nLucia Ruibal: Dancer\,Palmas \nDemi Garcia Sabat: Percussion \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to see these incredible flamenco artists from Spain. \nPart of Jose Almarcha’s Flamenco Trio UK 2024 Summer Tour. \nJosé Almarcha is a superb guitarist and composer from Ciudad Real. José studied flamenco at Córdoba Conservatory of Music in 2009 and with great flamenco masters such as Paco Serrano and Niño de Pura. He has accompanied dancers such as Olga Pericet\, Marco Flores and Antonio Canales. After the excellent reception of his first album\, Vejézate\, he has just released his new album\, Alejandra\, which will be showcased in Cambridge. \nhttps://josealmarcha.com/ \nLucía Ruibal is an accomplished dancer from El Puerto de Santa María near Cádiz. She often performs with her father\, Javier Ruibal\, the popular singer-songwriter. Lucía studied flamenco dance with La Lupi and Mercedes Ruíz and performs in Madrid with major flamenco groups such as those of Rafael Amargo and Juan de Juan. \nhttps://luciaruibal.com/ \nDemi García Sabat is a versatile percussionist who performs with flamenco\, jazz\, Latin and Arabic groups around the UK and Europe. Demi studied at the London College of Music.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/flemenco-trio-2/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240622T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240314T134459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T151555Z
UID:5523-1719064800-1719072000@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Flamenco Trio - Matinee Show
DESCRIPTION:Members: \nJose Almarcha: Guitar \nLucia Ruibal: Dancer\,Palmas \nDemi Garcia Sabat: Percussion \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to see these incredible flamenco artists from Spain. \nPart of Jose Almarcha’s Flamenco Trio UK 2024 Summer Tour. \nJosé Almarcha is a superb guitarist and composer from Ciudad Real. José studied flamenco at Córdoba Conservatory of Music in 2009 and with great flamenco masters such as Paco Serrano and Niño de Pura. He has accompanied dancers such as Olga Pericet\, Marco Flores and Antonio Canales. After the excellent reception of his first album\, Vejézate\, he has just released his new album\, Alejandra\, which will be showcased in Cambridge. \nhttps://josealmarcha.com/ \nLucía Ruibal is an accomplished dancer from El Puerto de Santa María near Cádiz. She often performs with her father\, Javier Ruibal\, the popular singer-songwriter. Lucía studied flamenco dance with La Lupi and Mercedes Ruíz and performs in Madrid with major flamenco groups such as those of Rafael Amargo and Juan de Juan. \nhttps://luciaruibal.com/ \nDemi García Sabat is a versatile percussionist who performs with flamenco\, jazz\, Latin and Arabic groups around the UK and Europe. Demi studied at the London College of Music.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/flemenco-trio/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240322T144422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T163226Z
UID:5668-1718395200-1718402400@melvillecentre.org.uk
SUMMARY:Blues Central
DESCRIPTION:BLUES CENTRAL are a four piece electric\, Rhythm & Blues band\, formed in 2001 by former RCA records recording artist and studio session musician Pete Hughes.\nSince their formation\, the band has played on the national blues club and festival circuit\, sharing a stage with artists including Nina Simone\, Booker T and the MGs\, Gary Moore\, Chicken Shack and several other global blues luminaries.\nThe band has also appeared live on the Paul Jones Blues show on BBC Radio 2.\nBLUES CENTRAL play an eclectic mix of urban blues from Chicago\, Texas and the American “Deep South” all with their unique British interpretation.\nA good time is guaranteed for all…..
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/blues-central/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240610T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240610T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T175854
CREATED:20240425T140631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T091401Z
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SUMMARY:Just Songs Tour 2024
DESCRIPTION:Bike to The Future II – ‘Just Songs’\n• A Band Named Brian’s Carbon-Free Song Cycle\n• 11 Venues\n• 585 Miles\nBath\, UK – 24/04/2024. Following their hugely successful tour last year\, folk-pop duo ‘a Band named\nBrian’ is this year going even further in a bid to spread the word on climate change through songs\,\nstories\, dance and laughter.\nSinger-songwriter Brian Madigan doesn’t just write songs: he writes ‘just’ songs: full of passion\, comment\nand exhortation to strive for better. Accompanied by violinist\, bass player and vocalist Rob Whale\, Brian\nweave’s a narrative through stories and songs\, taking his audience on a unique journey into their own\nconscience. The style is two-parts Billy Bragg\, to one part Levellers\, with a hint of Johnny Cash and\nperhaps a dusting of Tom Lehrer.\nLast summer\, the pair cycled from Bath\, down to Shindig Festival near Ilminster in Somerset\, then out to\nPembrokeshire. Unfortunately – due to a bereavement – the tour had to be cut short mid-way\, before\nresuming with a further Bath gig and a glorious finale at Glastonbury Festival. Highlights included a\nwonderful night at The Pembroke Yeoman in Haverfordwest\, the revival of Trehale Farm’s amazing barn\nvenue (supported by local talent Abbie Jebbers) and a very warm welcome at The Cellar in cardigan.\nOnce again\, Brian will be talking with local deejay B B Skone on Pure West radio\, ahead of the\nPembrokeshire gigs\, on Sunday 2nd June. That same date sees the pair perform at The Whitehall in\nLlandovery\, one of the venues missed due to the sad interruption last year. Another was Cwrw in\nCarmarthen\, where they will appear on Tuesday June 4th. Naturally\, both Trehale Farm and The Cellar\ninsisted a Band named Brian return once again\, with gigs on Friday June 7th and Saturday June 8th\nrespectively.\nBut Brian and Rob don’t just song about change: they embody it. Both are keen cyclists and are\ndetermined to demonstrate this is a viable and enjoyable way of getting about without burning fossil fuel.\nThe tour will cover some 585 miles and take in hefty climbs along the way. The duo will be carrying\neverything they need with them\, instruments included\, and are grateful that most venues are either\nproviding or sponsoring overnight accommodation.\n“When you travel by bike” says Brian “You really experience the journey. Going by vehicle can sometimes\nfeel like time-travel\, in that you get in a box in one space and time\, then leave it at another – more or less\noblivious of what lies in between.”\nTo catch a Band named Brian live\, checkout tour dates on the web site at: www.thinkofasong.com or find\nthem in your local event listing.\nwww.thinkofasong.com info@madfmusik.co.uk +44 1225 313082
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/just-songs-tour-2024/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Georgian Ensemble Amer-Imeri Concert
DESCRIPTION:Amer-Imeri ensemble from the Republic of Georgia\, UK tour \nTwelve singers drawn from Amer-Imeri and Mtiebi ensembles are touring the UK during May 2024\, teaching and performing beautiful polyphonic songs from the rich and ancient\, UNESCO listed tradition of the Republic of Georgia. \nRecognised by numerous national and international awards over three decades\, Amer-Imeri  are dedicated to teaching and performing these unique songs alongside the costumes\, dances\, rituals and folklore that they traditionally accompanied. Much more than just entertainment\, their workshops and performances give a deep and engaging insight into the history and culture of Georgia. \nThe concert will begin with a support set from Borjghali\, Bristol Georgian Choir. \nThis concert is part of a UK tour\, including a residential weekend event\, at which singers from across the UK will gather to learn and sing together\, and to share a supra\, or Georgian feast. Further information and tickets: here \n 
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/georgian-ensemble-amer-imeri/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Zoe Gilby Quartet
DESCRIPTION:This will be Zoe Gilby’s third visit to Black Mountain Jazz – the first being in 2014 when she performed at the wall2wall Jazz Festival on a windy outdoor stage. \nWe are always delighted to welcome her back\, as she continues to make her distinctive mark on today’s music scene. Her compelling original compositions are written with her husband\, double bassist Andy Champion. \nThis promises to be a highly enjoyable and not-to-be-missed event. \nThe quality of the singing and playing was excellent throughout\, as was the original song writing. Jazz Mann’s review of the Zoe Gilby Trio’s performance at our wall2wall Jazz Festival 2020. \nZoe Gilby – vocals \nMark Williams – guitar \nAndy Champion – double bass \nJohn Bradford – drums \nWebsite \nwww.zoegilby.co.uk \nTickets \nStandard: £18.00 \nFriends of BMJ: £16.00 \nUnder 18s: £9.00
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/zoe-gilby-quartet/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:The Transatlantic Hot Club featuring vocalist Tara Minton
DESCRIPTION:The Transatlantic Hot Club are delighted to perform at the Black Mountain Jazz Club on their Spring 2024 UK Tour. Featuring Adrien Chevalier (New York) on Violin\, Ben Creighton Griffiths (Cardiff) on Harp and Ashley John Long (Cardiff) on bass\, the Hot Club line up will be completed by an extra special guest – the wonderful Tara Minton on voice! Expect to hear Swing classics\, Django standards\, and Latin Bossa Nova explored with a totally unique take on the style of Grappelli and Reinhardt.\n\nThe Transatlantic Hot Club was formed by Ben Creighton Griffiths (Harp) and Adrien Chevalier (Violin) in 2013 when they met whilst both performing at ‘Journées de la Harpe’ – a harp festival on the French Caribbean islands of Martinique\, Guyane\, Guadeloupe\, St Anne\, and St Lucia. The following year they began an annual tradition of performing in Cardiff and have been expanding this into a full tour ever since. In 2019 they adopted the Transatlantic Hot Club name.\nMusicians who have performed in the Transatlantic Hot Club line up include – Franck Billot (Clarinet)\, Tatiana Eva-Marie (Vocals)\, Ashley John Long (Bass)\, Don Sweeney (Bass)\, Matheus Prado (Bass)\, Philip Ambuel (Bass)\, Roberto Gervasi (Accordion)\, Julian Smith (Bass)\, Vincent Simonelli (guitar)\, John Dufosse (bass)\, Alex Gilson (bass)\, Edouard Pennes (bass)\, Adrien Tarraga (guitar)\, Neil Saidi (reeds)\, and Jeremy Lohier (accordion).\nAs well as returning to the French Caribbean in 2016 and 2022 the Hot Club has performed in the UK at Acapela Studios (Pentyrch)\, Norwegian Church (Cardiff)\, Edinburgh International Harp Festival\, Wales Harp Festival (Caernarfon)\, Cafe Jazz (Cardiff)\, Mansion House (Cardiff)\, Le Quecumbar (London)\, The Bristol Fringe\, Aberjazz Club at Pepper’s Art Gallery (Fishguard)\, Insole Court (Cardiff)\, Brecon Jazz Club at The Muse\, Elsing Hall (Norfolk) and Oxnead Hall (Norfolk) as well as the Aberjazz\, Django in the Bay\, and the Brecon Online Jazz Festivals. They also performed at the World Harp Congress in Cardiff in 2022. In France they have performed at the Camac Space and Le Piano Vache in Paris\, and at the Conservatoire Zino Franscescatti (La Ciotat) and Le Lido (St Raphael) in the South. In 2023 they recorded their first album at Zoot Studios in Paris to be released in 2024.\nUpcoming performances include a residency in Corsica in early April\, a UK tour in Spring to Crazy Coqs (London)\, Teignmouth Pavilions\, Insole Court (Cardiff)\, Black Mountain Jazz Club\, Aberjazz Club\, and more to be announce\, and a tour in the USA including the AHS National Conference in Orlando as well as numerous jazz clubs in New York City\, Baltimore\, and Philadelphia.\nLinks –\nWebsite – http://www.bjcg.co.uk/transatlantic-hot-club.html\nFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/transatlantichotclub\nYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@transatlantichotclub\nInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/transatlantichotclub
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/the-transatlantic-hot-club-featuring-vocalist-tara-minton/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Telyn Tales
DESCRIPTION:Telyn Tales | Trwy’r Tannau \nTwo friends. Four hands. Telling tales.   \nDwy ffrind. Pedair llaw. Sawl stori.  \nJoin Mair Tomos Ifans\, a well-known storyteller and folk singer\, and Sioned Webb\, an acclaimed performer and harpist\, for a show full of delightful folktales with traditional and original music celebrating the harp in Wales. \nYmunwch a Mair Tomos Ifans\, cyfarwydd â chantores werin adnabyddus\, a Sioned Webb\, perfformiwr a thelynores\, am gyfuniad cyffrous o chwedlau a cherddoriaeth\, draddodiadol a gwreiddiol\, sy’n dathlu’r delyn yng Nghymru.
URL:https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/telyn-tales/
LOCATION:The Melville Theatre\, The Melville Centre\, Pen-y-Pound\, Abergavenny\, Monmouthshire\, NP7 5UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:folk music,music,storytelling
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