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THE MIDLAND Sinfonia is looking forward to its 2017–18 season, which starts on Fri Oct 6. Yes, FRIDAY: apart from one concert next year, the musical delights will play out on Fridays in St Laurence Church, Alve- church. A lot of folk enjoy taking a stroll up the hill so they can enjoy a drink either before, or at the interval or indeed both! There is also a free onsite car park. The new programme can be picked up at various village outlets, including the library, or visit
www.midlandsinfonia.co.uk The first concert, Virtuoso Violin, will
feature George Ewart on violin and Robert Markham on piano. Tickets £14.50 on the door or £13 in advance from The Village Green Grocer and Florist, Alvechurch (the old bakery) or the website (free for FT stu- dents and schoolchildren accompanying an adult). More info on 0121 447 7040 or
midlandsinfonia@gmail.com
THE CATS Chorus is described as “a fun choir for people who love to sing but don’t have to be vocally gifted”, and meets on Tuesdays (term-time) at 7.30pm in The Wheel, Blackwell. They sing hits from the 60s to the present day. For more info, email
sharoncatschorus@yahoo.com
TWO SINGING groups (not choirs) specifi- cally for people with dementia, Parkin- son’s, MS and other neuro conditions (plus carers, friends and relatives) are run by singing teacher Ruth Wood. All welcome (whether you think you can sing or not) and no-one will be required to sing alone unless they want to! They meet at the Trinity Centre, Lickey on Weds 2–4pm (£3 per head to include refreshments), and at REDI Centre, South Street, Redditch on Fri 1–3pm (£3 per head to cover expenses; re- freshments available in the café). No book- ing needed; more info on 0121 453 6952.
THE ARROW Vale Singers meet on Wednesdays from 8–10pm at Batchley Community Centre, Redditch B97 6PB, including a refreshment break. More info on 07718 113086,
www.arrowvalesingers.
co.uk or by emailing arrowvalesingers@
gmail.com
TARDEBIGGE CHURCH choir is seeking new recruits! The choir, based at St Bartholom- ew’s (B60 3AH) is struggling with declining numbers due to age and health, but still sings in four parts at morning and evening services on Sundays, plus weddings and funerals. They particularly need a bass or bass-baritone, but all parts are welcome! Pop along to a practice on Sat at 10am, or contact Robert Barnett on 01527 542491.
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ALVECHURCH COMMUNITY Choir meets at 7.30pm on Mondays, usually in Alvechurch Village Hall though on the 2nd Monday each month they move to a different venue, usually Alvechurch Social Club. The autumn term starts on Sep 11 at the club, then the other Mondays in Sep at the hall. The choir is an open access sing- ing group; new members of all abilities are welcome. It is part of a charity called Everybody Let’s Sing and is committed to bringing music to a wide community, in- cluding a regular choir it runs at The Lawns care home. The choir sings gospel, folk and popular songs from all ages and loves to perform for local occasions. Find out more
atwww.lets-sing.co.uk To ask about book- ing the choir for an event, or for details of sessions, ring Mary on 0121 445 5957.
CANTARE DAYTIME Choir now meets in Alvechurch each Friday, 9.15–10.15am at the cricket club. Don’t worry if you think you can’t sing, or don’t read music; every- one is welcome. You can even bring your kids/babies if they let you sing. Whether you want to sing for fun or if you want to join the choir on the stage at Symphony Hall in July, you are welcome. Free trial session available. Call Rebecca on 07803 900154, email cantarechoir2011@gmail. com or visit
www.cantarechoir.com
BLACKWELL CONCERT Band is always on the lookout for new players (all abilities and instruments welcome). For further details, email blackwellconcertband98@
gmail.com, or alternatively, visit www. blackwellconcert
band.co.uk to learn more about the band and find details on upcoming events. You will also find info on how to book the band.
ALVECHURCH SPORTS & Social Club hosts a series of music events including ACOUSTIC ROOTS with a variety of local performers ten times a year, KARAOKE every Sunday evening and LIVE bands. For up to date details of all events please visit the Club’s Facebook page or phone 0121 445 2121.
A JAZZ Night takes place at Beoley Village Hall on the 4th Wednesday of each month, featuring some fantastic “trad” jazz bands. For further details, or to order advance tickets, call 01527 62584 or 01527 66646 (both before 9.30pm please).
BROMSGROVE FOLK Club meets on the second and last Thurs every month. For a full list of events call Bob Bignell on 0121 476 5938 or see
www.bromsgrovefolkclub.
co.uk
BEL CANTO SINGERS... do you enjoy sing- ing bright and lively pieces? Join in with a friendly group of mixed age singers. The music is a good variety (pop, retro, musical and popular classical), and the group’s aim is to produce a quality sound whilst sup- porting charity and community fund rais- ing. The singers meet on Monday evenings at Crabbs Cross Methodist Church, Crabbs Cross Lane, Redditch B97 5LD. The marvel- lous men would love more tenors and bass voices! If you enjoy singing, or would like to try something new, the group would love to hear from you. For more info visit
www.belcantosingers.co.uk or contact Polly Speers on 01564 822672.
ALVECHURCH SAMBA Band, Banda Sem Nome, is looking for new recruits! This local community side meets on the 1st and 3rd Thurs each month at Alvechurch Cricket Club at 8pm. Go along if you fancy having a go at something a little bit differ- ent and discovering your hidden talents! No previous experience required, all wel- come (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult). More info from Andrea on 07867 858099.
BROMSGROVE ROCK Choir offers everyone the chance to sing pop, rock and chart songs – no audition. Free taster sessions available. More info at
www.rockchoir.com or on 01252 714276.
BROMSGROVE COMMUNITY Choir meets on Thurs evenings, 6–7 pm at Bromsgrove Methodist Centre, in room 6, at the rear of the building off the small car park. They sing for fun and enjoyment; everyone wel- come, singers or not. If you are interested, please contact Ruth Henley for details on 01527 527022 or email r.g.henley@bt
internet.com
DANCING
GRAHAM AND Denise Darby present a Saturday night social dance on Sat Oct 14, supporting the Midlands Air Ambulance & Midlands Bloodbikes, at Kidderminster Harriers Social Club, Hoo Road, Kidder- minster. Ballroom, Latin & Social Sequence Dancing to live music by Graham Darby. Doors open 7.30pm, dancing 8–11pm. Entry £5 per person on the door. For further details call 01543 502722 or visit
www.grahamdarbysmusic.com
TEA Dances run by Bromsgrove District Council now take place in the new council building at Parkside Hall (Stourbridge Road, Bromsgrove, B61 8DA) on the last Tues of the month, 2–4pm, dancing to
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