Clitheroe Advertiser &TImes,Thursday, June 23,2011


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REVIEW: “The Magic Hat Ensemble”, play­ ing for Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues Club at the Atrium Cafe Bar, Clitheroe Castle.


CUTTING edge contemporary British


jazz came to Clitheroe, courtesy of the Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues Club’s lat­ est monthly gig. Probably without exaggeration one of the


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POPULAR: The Mark Lewis Trio with speciai guests Wiif Nuttail and Lyn Fairbanks.


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best bands seen in Clitheroe as part of the club’s programme; we were treated to an awesome display of tightly knit grooves from the Magic Hat Ensemble — a quintet fea­ turing Steve Chadwick leading on trumpet, Tony Ormester on guitar, Andrzej Baranek on piano, Nick Blacka on double bass and Rob Turner on drums, “Magic” being the operative word. Launching without ceremony into their first set — delayed by 10 minutes but e.xpect-


logue of artists like Monk, Hubbard and Van Heusen, all of it had a unique stamp, even down to classics like “Just Friends”. Indeed, the Ensemble, though shining throughout with well chosen solos (Baranek being a piv­ otal figure) all contributed with equal verve and energy, improvising effortlessly and so well rehearsed that hardly a music sheet was to be seen.


They have obviously worked hard in a few


antly and patiently awaited by the modest crowd, who included several new faces from as far afield as Lancaster - The Magic Hat Ensemble played their new CD through it’s entirety with fire equal to the glorious set­ ting sun streaming into the cafe. “Made in Gorton” could have been entitled “Forged in Northern Splendour”, so precise were the unexpected time changes. Real group dy­ namics! While most of the music was from the cata­


jazz played into the twilight and darkness, the trees underlit by coloured lights in the castle grounds. Pure Summer delight! It doesn’t get any better in Lancashire.


PAUL ELLIS organ


A VARIETY of music con­ certs taking place at Christ Church Chatburn have proved so popular that plans are in hand for the series to continue. The concerts have been ar­


ranged to raise funds for the re­ placement of the church organ and while making a valuable contribution to the fund, the con­ certs have proved to be popular in their own right, the last two being sellout events. The first concert was in De­


cember in the candlelit church where the choir from The Grand gave a performance of Christmas songs and carols. This was fol­ lowed in March with folk music from local group The Garage Band.


The next concert takes place


tomorrow, June 24th, at 7-30 p.m., when Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues-presents The Mark Lewis Trio. They will be joined by special guests, the legendary


jazz musician Wilf Nuttail on vibes, sophisticated vocals from Lyn Fairbanks and the talented saxophone playing from the re­ markable 16-year-old Tom Al- lonby.


of Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues, commented: “Taking into ac­ count that previ­ ous concerts at the


£7 and include wine < and cheese, and can be obtained either from Roy Porter Butchers in Chat- „


• church have been full, and that the Mark Lewis Trio are drawing crowds wherever they per­ form, it is advisable for anyone inter­ ested to obtain tick­ ets early. We are delighted that the artists have offered to appear fee free, which means that all proceeds will go to the church or­ gan fund. We trust that there will be a healthy attendance of support to these actions and this charity event.” Tickets are only


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swinging renditions of some of the best known songs and popular music in a jazzy style. These artists have developed an increased following at venues throughout the region, often playing to a full house. Clive Greenwood, Chairman


The programme will include


able version of “Summertime” was dedicat­ ed by Steve to Rob’s grandmother, who had died that day. Steve played this with great sensitivity and authority, whilst Rob played, for all his youth, like a seasoned jazz veteran. He struck up some amusing little percussive conversations with various other members of the band, throughout the second set. That summed up a memorable evening’s


years to project this seering, seamless blend of fast ensemble playing that is a great credit to the youthful elements that make up Magic Hat, and to their commitment to each other. Not an easy thing in today’s fluid musical cli­ mate. A more sombre and at times unrecognis­


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Amazing Grace will top the bill


talented young performers taking part.


VOICE OF AN ANGEL: Teenage soprano Grace O’Malley


rehearsing for Saturday’s concert at Padiham Unitarian Church.


funds for the Poppy Appeal A CHEESE and wine garden party is being held in aid of the Pop-


Village garden party will raise


py Appeal to support serving and ex-serving military personnel and their families who need help. This annual event is on Sunday, June 26th from 2 to 6 p.m. at


will entertain and there will be delicious food, wine, beer and soft drinks, a raffle, tombola and cake and produce stalls and some items for a silent auction. Tel. 01200 441551 or 07808534548 for tickets at £5.


TRAWDEN GARDEN FESTIVAL


Well House, Gnndleton, and has become well-established on the Gnndleton social calendar. This year the Eric Ainsworth Jazz duo


GISBURN CAR BOOT SALE Open For The Summer


THIS SUNDAY AND EVERY SUNDAY


Gates Often at 6.30am Bring your own tables


Bargains galore, old and new,


kiddies castles, slide. Fun family day out. Ample Car parking spaces


Situated the Top of Sawley Brow, A59 BB7 4LH Tel: 07711 8 3 3 5 4 3


Clitheroes' Family Friendly Inn


• Highchairs •Baby-Changing • Childrens Meals


King Street Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 2EU tel: 01200 425464 ,


email: innatthestation@tiscali.co.uk www.innatthestation.co.uk


JUNE EVENTS


& SCARECROW TRAIL 2nd and 3rd July 2011


lOatn to 5pm A great weekend for all the family


Fantastic scarecrows on the theme of “Books and Authors*'


Open Gardens, Displays & Craft Stalls Bouncy CasUe & Face Paints Festival of Flowers Refreshment Available Free parking and transport around the village


Programme & Festival map £3.00 All tickets £25.00.


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The Angela Westwell School of Dance


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St Mary's Centre, CIttheroe Friday 1st July 7pm


Saturday 2nd July 2pm Sunday 3rd July 2pm


£8.00 for adults, £6.00 for OAPs and children


Donation will be made for the Northwest Haemophilia society


Raffle During Performances for Royal Blackburn Children's Ward


Call: 01200 444211 or pop into the studio during evenings to purchase tickets


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The launch night on Friday 1st Juiy seesja weicome return visit from Darren and Liiia of Strictly Come Dancing and the British


Showdance Champions, Ryan Hammond and Lindsey Muckle. Both couples will be


performing a showcase of their dances and .5 meeting and greeting guests.


Accrington Town Hall


Friday 1st July, 7.00pm Doors open at 6.30pm ‘


< Dress code: Lounge suit / black tie optional JULY EVENTS 1 ’ Dance DynamiX ' 1RI Annual dance showcase by Bowland High


2 ' Comenius: Ribblesdale High School i Special European Concert


^ • Ladies film night: The Bodyguard I Complete with two course dinner .


2 • A Tribute to Elvis ,'RI I^ChrisConnor, back ^populardemand


g i Come Dancing Ball Featuring superb North West band Cadenza


15 I Lancashire Hotpots “ R1


1 Debut Grand appearance for county's folk funny men -i :


C IThink noyd "i s: ; vr • Spectacuiaf tribute to Pink Floyd - »


■ 2 2 /2 3 I Ratpack .


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Our telephone number is 01200 421599 York Street, Clitheroe.


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7pm r 32 standing


2 ^ An evening with Phil Cool SAT I One ofthe UK’s best loved comdedians


I 28 /30 Richard III TUE-THU A theatre production b yC R G S


tarian Church on Saturday (June 24th) beginning at 7-30 p.m. and has been previewed on local TV news programmes because of the


SENSATIONAL 13-year- old soprano Grace O’Malley will top the bill at a not-to-be- missed charity concert for the East Lancashire Hospice this weekend. It takes place at Padiham’s Uni­


As well as Grace the pro­


gramme will feature St Wilfrid’s High School Big Band, The Beth­ any Girls choir from Tanzania, the .Music for Families Recorder En­ semble, Sandy an 11-year-old Fili­ pino soprano, and Gavin Bottacin a talented Pianist from Blessed Trinity.


Tickets for the concert cost just


£5 including refreshments and are available on 01282 773336 or 01706 224856.


Lots to do at college’s first ‘lit fest’


and book signings will be held throughout the weekend and all events are free. The main venue is the College’s Top Refectory, which dates from the Jacobean era, with events beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday and 11-30 a.m. on Sunday.


shire-born Jo Baker, author of “Offcomer” and winner of


Authors include Lanca­


VISITORS to Stonyhurst Col­ lege’s first ever Literary Festi­ val this weekend (June 25th and 26th) can hear from an exciting mix of award-winning authors and poets in the wonderful set­ ting of the historic college. Talks, readings, workshops


three Arts Council of North­ ern Ireland Awards; poet, Conor O’Callaghan, winner of the Patrick Kavanagh Poetry Award,; and acclaimed author Diran Adebayo, who wrote “Some Kind of Black”. All visitors should go to the


college’s main Reception on arrival. Light refreshments are, available at the college and" there are some excellent pubs in Hurst Green for lunch. For more information e-mail


Stonyhurst’s Head of English, Paul Ellis at: p.ellis@stony- hurst.co.uk or phone 01254 826345.


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