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EVENTS
April
HEREFORD BEER HOUSE
2 April - US Beer Tasting, 4pm. 23 April - Schramm’s Meadery Tasting, 2pm. details www.herefordbeerhouse. co.uk
Mon 3 April JAZZ CAFE AT BILL’S
Pop-up jazz event with meal £25, music only £15. Bill’s Cafe, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.
Mon 17 April FOLK CAFE AT BILL’S
Pop-up folk event with meal £25, music only £15. Bill’s Cafe, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.
Every Saturday LUDLOW COUNTRY MARKET
9am-12pm at The Womens Centre, Ludlow. Local produce, handicrafts, plants & veg, cut flowers, cards.
First Saturday of every month (except August)
FARMER’S MARKET Produce, craft, gifts, kitchen cafe open. Eaton Bishop Village Hall, 10am-12pm.
First Saturday of every month PRESTEIGNE LOCAL FOOD MARKET Memorial Hall Presteigne, 9am-1pm.
The best collection of artisan food producers in the area.
2nd and 4th Saturday of every month KNIGHTON COMMUNITY MARKET Knighton Community Centre, 9.30am-12.30pm, 07751 221487.
3rd Saturday of every month FARMER’S MARKET
Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 9am-1pm, 01588 630023, www.bishopscastletownhall.co.uk
2nd Saturday of every month LEOMINSTER FARMER’S MARKET Corn Square, 9am-1pm, 01568 797427.
Third Saturday of every month PRODUCE MARKET Hightown Community Rooms, Vicarage Rd. Clun, 10.00am - 12.00pm. 01588 641180.
Third Saturday of every month BURGERS, BYTES & BOARDGAMES
Table top games in good company, fast food and drinks on tap! Play in-house games or bring some of your own to share. Pot & Page, New St, Ledbury, 7.30pm, please book, www.potandpage.co.uk
Third Saturday of every month FARMER’S MARKET Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 9am-1pm, 01588 630023.
Every Monday HEREFORD LEFT BANK Half price on all food and drinks from 5-7pm. Coffee House (overlooking the river), Left Bank Village, Hereford, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk
First Thursday EVENING FARMER’S MARKET
The Barn, Ledbury, HR8 1EA, 6-8pm. www.ledburyfoodgroup.org
Every Thursday MONTGOMERY TOWN MARKET
Regular stalls on the lower floor. First Thurs of the month, using both floors with community cafe. Open 9am-3pm, www.montgomery-wales.co.uk/market 07790 100462.
Every Thursday HAY MARKET DAY Local produce, meat and fish, hot food, artisan bread, cakes, crafts, vintage, plants. Memorial Square and Clock Tower, Hay-on-Wye, 9am-2.30pm, www.haymarkets.co.uk
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday LUDLOW LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET Castle Square, 9am-2pm, 01584 872043.
Every Friday KINGTON PRODUCE/CRAFTS MARKET Market Hall, Kington, 9am-1pm, 07867 483135.
Every Friday & Saturday from 5pm STEAK NIGHTS
Floodgates Restaurant & Bar, Left Bank Village, Hereford, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk
First Friday of the month BOOKCLUB DINNERS Join Katie and the bookworms for an evening of literary delights. Each month we meet to discuss a different book and share a meal inspired by the story. Pot & Page, New St, Ledbury, 7pm, please book, www.potandpage.co.uk
Food Bytes
Why not advertise? Only £40 per year.
AARDVARK BOOKS LTD, THE BOOKERY, MANOR FARM, BRAMPTON BRYAN, BUCKNELL 01547 530888 Cafe serving refreshments, cakes etc. Tuesday - Sunday 10am-4pm and Bank Holiday Mondays.
THE GREEN BEAN CAFE, WEOBLEY 01544 318865
Good, locally sourced, homemade food. Soups, all day light lunches, cakes and scones. Set in the heart of Weobley. Free wifi. Tues-Sat 9.30am-3pm. With The Green Bean Shop/Deli under the same roof.
THE ORGASMIC CIDER COMPANY, GREAT PARTON, EARDISLEY, HEREFORDSHIRE, HR3 6NX 01544 327244 or 07773 037448 Craft cider and perry off licence and gift shop with local products. Open Friday and Saturday 12 to 5pm. Group tours available.
PLANTASTIK cic, 15 WEST ST, LEOMINSTER is closed now but has morphed into NORI’S CAFE. Vegetarian and vegan food from your old friend. Open Thursday 11-3, Fridays and Saturdays 10-4 ffi: noriscafe@yahoo.com
RHOS MARKET GARDEN, KNIGHTON 01547 528315 Growers & providers of organic veg, fruit & flowers. Eco cleaning products & refills. Large range of groceries & wholefoods. The Old Garage Shop Knighton LD7 1EN. Wed. - Fri. 9 - 4, Sat. 10 - 2. Free parking. Organic veg boxes delivered to collection points in Presteigne, Knighton and Beguildy. rhosorganic@outlook.com www.rhosorganic.co.uk
THE WORKHOUSE CAFE, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267864 Cafe, gallery, light lunches, good coffee, homemade cakes. Wed-Sat 10am - 4pm.
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Just post the wording you require (around 40 words) together with a cheque payable to ‘Broad Sheep’ and post to:
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Further enquries, call 07786 131159
April
Sat 1 April
50 YEARS OF FENDER
The story of the Fender Stratocaster guitar, told through five decades of the very best hits featuring this famous instrument. The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, 0300 102 4255, www.thalberthall.co.uk
THE BIG WEEKEND
Sessions, Morris, sessions, Morris and more sessions. Monkland Arms, near Leominster.
SONYA SMITH
Singer songwriter. Original songs and covers with a ‘live lounge’ feel. Pale Fires Acoustic Festival. Firefly, 5 Market St, Oakengates, Telford, 8pm, 07359 177728.
FRIENDS’ EASTER CONCERT
Museum of Modern Art, Machynlleth, 2.30pm, 01654 703355.
MAD DOG MCREA
Fool’s Fling with The Cherrystones + Wye The Folk. The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226.
DJ PARTY NIGHT
Max Galactic with music legends Utah Saints headlining. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.
FROM GOLD TO RIO: THE GREATEST HITS OF SPANDAU BALLET & DURAN DURAN
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £24, 01874 611622.
THE ROCKET MAN
Two hours of Elton John hits. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.
HEREFORD CHAMBER CHOIR
Lenten Choral Evensong, with music by Gibbons, Pullin, Leighton, 5pm, free entry. Plus concert with music by Brahms, Schutz and Bach, 7pm, £12 in advance, £15 on the door, refreshments available. Holy Trinity Church, Bosbury, 01531 670734.
WILL KILLEEN
Acclaimed local musician, known for his slide guitar skills and unique blend of Celtic roots and American country and blues. Hereford Beer House, West St, Hereford, 7.30pm, free entry.
LIONEL
Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerful performance celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £25, 01873 850805.
MIKE AND DYLAN JAMES
Melodeon and double bass duo, singing and playing tunes and dance music of the Celtic world. Cawley Hall, Eye, near Leominster, 7.30pm, £7. Breton Dance Workshop 2.30pm-5.30pm, £5, 07579 965851 or email maggiep@phonecoop. coop
THE WILDFIRE
Plus Andrew Pearce. Ludlow Brewing Co., Station Drive, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £10.
CHARLIE’S BIG NIGHT
Comedy, music, spoken word, food and drink. The Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, show starts 8pm, food and drink from 7pm, £20 with food, 07791 654799.
VENUS
Royal George, Lingen, 01544 267322. THE TOTAL STONE ROSES
Plus support from Oaysis. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 8pm, 18+, 07498 966606. WINGWALKERS
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
Sun 2 April
CHORAL EVENSONG
Leominster Priory, 4.30pm.
SUDHA IN CONCERT
World music, sacred chants and mantras from one of the most beautiful voices in the world. The Globe, Hay-onWye, 7.30pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk/ lumindra
THE PANAMA JAZZ BAND
Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 276304.
THE PEDWARDINE ENSEMBLE
Performing String Quartets by Haydn, Dvorak and Moeran. Great Hall, Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 6pm, £12 seated, £8 standing, 01497 820079.
THE BIG WEEKEND
Sessions, Morris, sessions, Morris and more sessions. Monkland Arms, near Leominster.
COME & SING & SUP
Faure Requiem followed by supper. Ross Parish Church, 6pm, singing free, supper £10, www.rossparishes.uk
THE FUREYS
Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £26, 01743 281281.
KATHRYN ROBERTS & SEAN LAKEMAN
Multi award-winning husband and wife duo exude timeless class with their exquisite brand of traditional and contemporary music. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, £17.50, 01743 234970.
Mon 3 April
JAZZ CAFE AT BILL’S
Pop-up jazz event. Bill’s Cafe, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, meal and music £25, music only £15, 01584 878141.
SUDHA IN CONCERT
World music, sacred chants and mantras from one of the most beautiful voices in the world. Ludlow Methodist Church, 7pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk/ lumindra
BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB
Featuring Sonya Smith, singer/songwriter. Original songs and covers with a ‘live lounge’ feel. Brimfield Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01584 711480. Bring your own drink/glasses.
CIDER CITY JAZZMEN
The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford.
Tues 4 April
CATHEDRAL CHOIR
With Marches Baroque singing Bach’s sublime masterpiece, St John Passion. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £25, £18 or £10, 01432 374210.
EMILY MAE WINTERS
Singer, combining straight to the heart bittersweetness with her own unique passion and drama in performance. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, 01432 340555.
Wed 5 April
SUDHA IN CONCERT
World music, sacred chants and mantras from one of the most beautiful voices in the world. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 7pm, www.ticketsource. co.uk/lumindra
GABBA GABBA HEY!
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
Thurs 6 April
SUDHA IN CONCERT
World music, sacred chants and mantras from one of the most beautiful voices in the world. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk/lumindra
POP DIVAS LIVE
Featuring tributes to all the female pop stars. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2pm & 6pm, £17.50, 01743 281281.
WILLOW STATION
Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
Fri 7 April
CHEMICAL BROTHERS TRIBUTE
Plus The Daft Punk Experience. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 18+, 07498 966606.
ANNA DAVIES & THE SINNERMAN
Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.
FRIDAY ACOUSTIC SESSION
Monkland Arms, near Leominster.
OPEN MIC
The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.
ME AND MY FRIENDS
Playing soulful, poignant music with a beat: a unique blend of Afrobeat grooves with rich harmonies, languidly graceful cello and playfully funky clarinet, all tied together by the elegant voice of singer and guitarist, Nick Rasle. The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7.15pm, £12 from The Workhouse, Presteigne or online at WeGotTickets.
Fri 7 April
GUITAR ICONS
Corn Exchange, High St, Ross-on-Wye, 7pm, tickets from £10, 01989 763174, www.rosscornexchange.co.uk
THE UNDERCOVER HIPPY
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8pm.
CONCERTS IN THE ROUND
A free lunch-hour concert. St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 12.30pm.
Sat 8 April
CILLA & THE SWINGING 60S
Featuring Sandy Smith. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575.
BONGO’S BINGO EASTER SPECIAL Plus After Party Live. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 5pm, 07498 966606.
PAUL PARKER AND ALL THE RIGHT FRIENDS
The Bridges, Ratlinghope, 8pm, 01588 650260.
THE WHISKEY RIVER TRIO
Featuring Aidan, Dennis and Martin. Hightown, Hereford, 12.50-1.50pm, outside stage, free.
THE AARDVARK EASTER EVENT
Over 20 stalls of fantastic carbootery, plus an amazing selection of plants from the Cottage Herbery. Live music featuring Red Madog (Jack Brett) 11am-2pm, hot food and much more. Free parking and entrance. Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell, 10am-4pm, 01547 530744.
VERY SANTANA
Tribute band. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.
EASTER FAMILY RAVE
Bunny hop along to all your favourite tunes with an egg-cellent party full of bubbles and balloons. Suitable for all ages. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2.30pm & 4pm, 01432 340555.
Sun 9 April
NEW VOYAGE
The Vaga, Hereford, 5-7pm.
SONIC BOOM
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
TOMMY ALLEN’S BLUES DUO
Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 3.15-5.15pm.
Mon 10 April
TESS
Singer, songwriter with acoustic set. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 12pm, 01497 821762.
LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL
Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection.
THE YOUNG ‘UNS
St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury, 8pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk
Tues 11 April
BRECON JAZZ CLUB
Featuring Zoe Gilby vocals + Jim Barber Trio. The Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, 8pm, £12 in advance, £15 on the door, www.breconjazzclub.org
Wed 12 April
DAVE LUKE AND CHUCK MICALLEF
Nori’s Cafe, Leominster, £25 with meal. Please book in advance, 01584 831386, email noriscafe@yahoo.com
Thurs 13 April
LOTUS MOTION
Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
MARY LATTIMORE + TINY LEAVES
Indie/electronic/post classical. Unitarian Church, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 07970 611115.
JAZZ CLUB
Featuring Alex Clarke Quartet. Corn Exchange, High St, Ross-on-Wye, 8pm, tickets from £8, 01989 763174, www. rosscornexchange.co.uk
VIGIL OF WAR + THE NEW SUBTERRANEANS
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8.30pm.
ESCAPE ROOM www.herefordcathedral.org
It is 1890, you have been accused of embezzling money from the Vicar’s Choral funds and been shut in the Old Chapel until the police arrive. You have one hour... Hereford Cathedral, £60 per session for groups of up to six people. Booking essential.
WELSHPOOL MUSIC CLUB
Featuring Young-Choon Park, a distinguished South Korean born pianist playing a programme of Beethoven, Brahms and Chopin. Methodist Church, High St, Welshpool, 7.30pm, £15, students £5 on the door, 01938 559087.
CHILDREN’S DISCO
The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 4pm, 01497 821762.
LIVE AT THE LOFT
Featuring Hurrican Tapes, The Human Error & Jazz Mags (post punk). The Loft Cinema, 18 West St, Hereford, 7.30pm, £5.
MA BESSIE’S PROHIBITION PARTY
Focusing on 1920s/30s blues and jazz to the present day and on the life of the late, great Empress of the Blues, Bessie Smith. Featuring the warm vocals of Julia Titus and the dynamic Pig Foot Band. Breinton Village Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6/£30, 01432 263769. Arts Alive.
Fri 14 April
THE LEWIS MERTHYR BRASS BAND & THE PAUL SHALLCROSS ENSEMBLE
A scintillating selection of music from the world of film. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £15, 01874 611622.
HAY MUSIC
Featuring The Solem Quartet. They play Henriette Bosmans: String Quartet; Bela Bartok: Quartet No. 2; Ludwig van Beethoven: Quartet in A minor. St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, tickets from www.haymusic.org and Hay TIC.
OPEN MIC
The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.
SHOP FRONT HEROES + BAXTER BUMSTEAD + VINCENT WHYTE
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
OPEN MIC
Hosted by Mark Richards. Hundred House Inn, Purslow, SY7 0HJ, 8pm. Please pre-book your slot, markianrichards@hotmail.com
Fri 14 April
SOUNDS INTERESTING
Contemporary classical music including String Quartet no. 3 and Piece for Three Violas by John Hyslop. Shrewsbury Abbey, 1pm, free entry, donations accepted in aid of children’s charity, TeamCleo. 07796 824632.
CONCERTS IN THE ROUND
A free lunch-hour concert. St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 12.30pm.
SUNBIRDS
FT Dave Hemingway of the Beautiful South. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6.30pm, 07498 966606.
THE LUDLOW ENGLISH SONG
WEEKEND
Opening Recital: Colloque
Sentimental. With Carolyn Sampson, soprano; James Atkinson, baritone; Iain Burnside, piano; Michael Foyle, violin. Programme includes Britten, Poulenc, Hahan, Geoffrey Bush, Faure, Quilter, Duparc, Liza Lehmann, Milhaud, Martin Bussey, Ireland, Daryl Runswick, Bridge, Debussy, Ravel and Vaughan Williams. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 7.30pm. ‘Time Stands Still with Helen Chariston, mezzo and Toby Carr, theorbo. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 9.30pm, 01584 878141, www.ludlowenglishsongweekend.com
FOLK IN THE FOYER
Featuring The Roving Crows. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 8pm, £12, 01885 488575.
MA BESSIE’S PROHIBITION PARTY
Focusing on 1920s/30s blues and jazz to the present day and on the life of the late, great Empress of the Blues, Bessie Smith. Featuring the warm vocals of Julia Titus and the dynamic Pig Foot Band. All Stretton Village Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£5/£30, 07812 583113. Arts Alive.
ESCAPE ROOM
It is 1890, you have been accused of embezzling money from the Vicar’s Choral funds and been shut in the Old Chapel until the police arrive. You have one hour... Hereford Cathedral, £60 per session for groups of up to six people. Booking essential. www.herefordcathedral.org
THE JAMES OLIVER BAND
Blues. With support from Twoblue (Eddy Gartry & Lydia Homer). Priest Weston Village Hall, 7.30pm, real ale, posh wine, snacks, raffle, DJ, £10, 07740 124513.
MADDY PRIOR & THE CARNIVAL BAND
‘Chapel and Tavern’ sees them celebrate the lives and culture of ordinary folk. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, £27.50-£24.50, 01873 850805.
Sat 15 April
THE MERSEY BEATLES
Part of ‘Before Abbey Road There was Teme Street, Celebrating 60 Years since The Beatles Played in Tenbury’. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 4pm & 7.30pm, 01584 811442.
NICK AND JANE
Celebrate Beatles Fest Tenbury with the poptastic duo performing the greatest hits of the 60s and 70s, including plenty of Beatles tunes. Market Tavern, Tenbury Wells, 1-3.30pm.
THE ROVING CROWS
Garway Community Hall, 8pm, £12, under 18s £6, bar available, www.ticketsource.co.uk/atgarway
R&B LOVERS FESTIVAL 90s and 00s live performances. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 07498 966606.
THE DRIFTERS
Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £32, 01743 281281.
THE WHISKEY RIVER QUARTET
Brecon Blues Club, The Muse, Brecon, 8pm, £10.
THE LUDLOW ENGLISH SONG WEEKEND
Morning Recital: The Voices of Desire. With Sian Dicker, soprano; Kieran Rayner, baritone; Krystal Tunnicliffe, piano. Programme includes Finzi, Judith Weir and Edward Rushton. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 11am. ‘Three Plus One’. With Trio Balthasar, Michael Foyle, violin; Tim Hugh, cello; Iaian Burnside, piano and Elinor Rolfe Johnson, soprano. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 2.30pm. ‘Music for a While’. Featuring Rachel Nicholls, soprano; Kathryn Rudge, mezzo and Iain Burnside, piano. St Laurence’s Church, 7.30pm. 01584 878141, www.ludlowenglishsongweekend.com
BRECON TOWN CONCERT BANDCOME AND MEET THE BAND
A relaxed performance in which you can bring your own instrument and join in or just listen. For all ages and will include Prokofiev’e Peter and the Wolf. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2pm, free event, but booking is essential, 01874 611622.
CELEBRATING 60 GOLDEN YEARS OF TOM JONES & SHIRLEY BASSEY
Featuring The Denmark Street Big Band. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.15pm, 01600 719401.
MA BESSIE’S PROHIBITION PARTY
Focusing on 1920s/30s blues and jazz to the present day and on the life of the late, great Empress of the Blues, Bessie Smith. Featuring the warm vocals of Julia Titus and the dynamic Pig Foot Band. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £14, students £8, 07967 517125. Arts Alive.
Sun 16 April
WEDDING SHOWCASE
Suppliers and ideas for your big day. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 12pm, 01497 821762.
THE LUDLOW ENGLISH SONG WEEKEND
Young Artist Masterclass with Rachel Nicholls and Iain Burnside, 11.30am, Ludlow Assembly Rooms. Closing Recital: Captain Stratton’s Fancy’. With Brindley Sherratt, bass; Iain Burnside, piano; Rebecca Leggett, mexxo and Krystal Tunnicliffe, piano Programme includes Britten, Delius, Vaughan Williams and Roger Quilter. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 2.30pm, 01584 878141, www.ludlowenglishsongweekend.com
RAY COOPER + SUPPORT
The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 6pm, 01597 811226.
NICK AND JANE
Celebrate Beatles Fest Tenbury with the Poptastic duo performing the greatest hits of the 60s including plenty of Beatles tunes. Outside the Regal, Tenbury Wells, 1.30pm-2.30pm.
FROZEN PARTY
Live sing-alongs and games. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 2.45pm, 07498 966606.
ROBIN NOLAN PRESENTS: THE MUSIC OF GEORGE HARRISON
George Harrison was a fan and friend of Robin Nolan and a leading authority on Gypsy Jazz Guitar. Part of ‘Before Abbey Road There wes Teme Street, Celebrating 60 Years since The Beatles Played in Tenbury’. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 6pm, 01584 811442.
Mon 17 April
FOLK CAFE AT BILL’S Pop-up folk event. Bill’s Cafe, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, meal and music £25, music only £15, 01584 878141.
Tues 18 April
OPEN MIC FOR YOUNG PERFORMERS
The Underground (side Gate Public Hall), Bishop’s Castle, 6.30pm, free, email Liz@sparctheatre.co.uk for details.
Wed 19 April
PAUL YOUNG: BEHIND THE LENS
Singing his hits and telling stories about his incredible career. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.
CARA DILLON
Cara will be joined by husband and musical partner Sam Lakeman and folk musician Toby Shaer. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £24, 01743 281281.
AMERICANA SESSIONS
Monkland Arms, near Leominster.
THE SIXTEEN
Celebrating 400 Years of the Music of William Byrd. Exploring some of Byrd’s most emotional works, their 2023 choral pilgrimage introduces the music of his influences and brings his legacy firmly into the modern day with the world premiere of two pieces by Dobrinka Tabokova. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm.
SIMON AND SAOKO BLENDIS
Husband and wife team present a delightful, nostalgic programme of rediscovered salon music from the Max Jaffa library. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £20/£10, 01584 878141.
Thurs 20 April
MONICA AND THE EXPLOSION + THE NEW SUBTERRANEANS
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8.30pm.
KNIGHT & SPIERS CONCERT
Peter Knight and John Spiers. Town Hall, Bishop’s Castle, £18, www.ticketsource.co.uk/bcth
THE CHRISTIANS
Expect to hear all the hits. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £28, 01743 281281.
LIMEHOUSE LIZZY
Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £23.50, 01743 281281.
HOT ROD 55
Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.
Fri 21 April
BOWIE EXPERIENCE
Celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.
PIGDAZE
Ska-pop-punk malarky. Sociable Beer Company, Worcester, free entry.
KARL PHILLIPS & THE REJECTS + PACKET RACKET
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
OPEN MIC
Hosted by Mark Richards. The Rose & Crown, Ludlow, 8pm. Please pre-book your slot, markianrichards@hotmail. com
LIMEHOUSE LIZZY
Pavilion Mid Wales, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, 01597 258118.
T’PAU
Led by singer Carol Decker. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £28, 01743 281281.
ENGLISH MUSIC SESSION
The Blue Boar, Ludlow, 8.30pm, 07887 535893.
CONCERTS IN THE ROUND
A free lunch-hour concert. St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 12.30pm.
OPEN MIC
The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.
SOUNDS INTERESTING
Contemporary classical music including String Quartet no. 3 and Piece for Three Violas by John Hyslop. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 1pm, free entry, donations accepted in aid of children’s charity, TeamCleo. 07796 824632.
THE ALLEY CATS
Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.
THE CARPENTERS EXPERIENCE
Non-stop hits. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £22, 01600 772467.
Sat 22 April
HAY MADRIGALS
Members sing madrigals, short masses, motets and other secular pieces, as well as solos and duets from the 16th to the 18th centuries. Great Hall, Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 2.30pm, free, 01497 820079.
ST GEORGE’S DAY CONCERT
Featuring Hereford Police Male Voice Choir with guests Marazion Apollo MVC. St Mary’s Church, Ross-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £10, www.rossparishes.uk or on the door.
SHREWSBURY JAZZ NETWORK
Featuring violinist and composer Dominic Ingham (violin) and the Dominic Ingham Quartet. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, £23, under 22s £12, 01743 234970.
URBAN FOLK QUARTET
Multi-genre and multi-instrumentalists, their fiddle tunes and folk songs take on elements far beyond the traditional. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £18.50, 01743 281281.
FIVE O’CLOCK HERO
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
DEBORAH ROSE
And pianist Martin Riley. St Leonard’s Church, Yarpole, 7.30pm, £12, under 18s £7. Bar. Book via Eventbrite or 01568 780849.
UNDAUNTED
The Wrekin Inn, Telford.
THE FODENS BAND
One of the leading Brass Bands in the world. The Hafren Theatre, Newtown, 3pm, £15, under 18s £8.50, 01686 948100.
CHARITY AUCTION BALL
Black tie themed Charity Ball for The British Heart Foundation and The Herefordshire Heart Fund. Drinks on arrival, 3-course carvery, live music and entertainment. Left Bank Village, Bridge St, Hereford, 6.30pm, £55, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk
Sun 23 April
ST GEORGE’S DAY
With Guttersnipe. Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 3pm.
CHORAL EVENSONG
Ross Parish Church, 6pm.
KINGTON WALKS QUIZ NIGHT
Teams of 4 or just turn up. The Oxford Arms, Kington, 7.30pm, £3 per person includes light refreshments, www.kingtonwalks.org
Tues 25 April
INSTRUMENTS OF TIME AND TRUTH
The ensemble represent world-class performances of baroque and classical music. Great Hall, Hay Castle, Hay-onWye, 7.30pm, £20, 01497 820079.
Wed 26 April
ESCAPE ROOM
It is 1890, you have been accused of embezzling money from the Vicar’s Choral funds and been shut in the Old Chapel until the police arrive. You have one hour... Hereford Cathedral, £60 per session for groups of up to six people. Booking essential. www.herefordcathedral.org
DEAN FRIEDMAN
St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury, 8pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk
Thurs 27 April
QUIZ
All proceeds to charity. Balance Inn, Luston, 8pm, £2. Every team gets a free homemade pizza, 01568 616801.
SHOP FRONT HEROES
The Loft Cinema, Hereford.
Thurs 13 April, 8pm, from £8 JAZZ CLUBALEX CLARKE QUARTET
Sat 29 April, 8pm, from £7 SOUL STRUTTERS
Thurs 11 May, 8pm, from £8 JAZZ CLUBBRYAN CORBETT QUARTET
Fri 26 May, 8pm, tickets £20 RICHARD DURRANT
Thurs 27 April
COSMIC KITTEN + THE SUNSET LIMITED
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8.30pm.
LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY
Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £25, 01743 281281.
MOJO FESTIVAL
Top class Blues and Roots bands, along with a comprehensive selection of real ales and ciders. Featuring Beez Neez. Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’sCastle, 9pm, free, 07971 213728.
Fri 28 April
SOUL TRAIN
Delivering a fun presentation of 60s and 70s soul classics. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £22, 01600 772467.
RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC
Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £47-£32, 01743 281281.
BONGO’S BINGO
Plus After Party. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 07498 966606.
OPEN MIC
The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.
HOT CLIMATE + UNDAUNTED
Ludlow Brewing Company, Station Drive, Ludlow, 01584 873291.
CLUN VALLEY JAZZ
Ivo Neame’s Dodeka Ensemble.
Formidable phronesis pianist Ivo Neame unleashes a tour de force with his latest 12-piece ensemble Dodeka. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 07768 504322, clunvalleyjazz@gmail.com
BUDAPEST CAFE ORCHESTRA
Journey from one emotional pole to another: from a desperately tragic evocative heart-rending ancient Jewish melody to a dance from Romania or Russia and all the fiery exuberance that goes along. The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £14 from The Workhouse, Presteigne or online at WeGotTickets.
ABBA BY CANDLELIGHT
Featuring tribute act, Abba Reunion. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, www.herefordcatheral.org
CONCERTS IN THE ROUND
A free lunch-hour concert. St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 12.30pm.
MOJO FESTIVAL
Top class Blues and Roots bands, along with a comprehensive selection of real ales and ciders. Featuring The Robin Bibi Band (outside). Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle, 9pm, £5, 07971 213728.
BEATLES COMPLETE
A tribute to the Fab Four. A night packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.
The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, £18/£15, 0300 102 4255, www.thealberthall.co.uk
ORANGE RIVER REMEDY + COLLIDER SKIES + SI ALTON
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
TAPESTRI + SUPPORT
The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226.
KICKBACK
Featuring Don’t Feed the Goat, a Ska punk band from Ludlow. With support from Versaints. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £8, 01584 878141.
Sat 29 April
WHOLE LOTTA SHAKIN’
The Shakin’ Stevens Story, starring Rebel Dean with full live 5- piece band and projection screen. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £47-£32, 01743 281281.
SOUL STRUTTERS
Corn Exchange, High St, Ross-onWye, 8pm, tickets from £7, 01989 763174, www.rosscornexchange.co.uk
MOJO FESTIVAL
Top class Blues and Roots bands, along with a comprehensive selection of real ales and ciders. Featuring TwoBlue (Eddy Gartry and Lydia Homer), 2pm; The Grant Pritchard Blues Band, 4pm; The Black Rapids, 7pm; Bluzebox 9pm, (outside). Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle, £10, 07971 213728.
THE NEIL COLEY BIG BAND
Live in concert, featuring Rich (‘Rich Swings’) Hazelwood. Leintwardine Church, 7pm, £15/£12 from Grifiths Garage, Leintwardine or online at Ludlow Assembly Rooms.
COUNTRY SUPERSTARS
The World’s biggest Country Music Tribute Touring Show. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Using projection photos, original film footage and a live band performing all the hits. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £20.50, 01874 611622.
Sunday 28th May 3:00pm St Giles Church, Downton-on-the Rock, Ludlow SY8 2HX
Belaria & Friends
Belaria is a singing duo featuring soprano
Patricia Head and tenor John Davidson. The two friends simply enjoy singing together and formed Belaria to create more performing opportunities and to share their love of singing and music with anyone who would care to listen!
Free Admission | Retiring Collection | Refreshments
Sat 29 April
NOUGHTY BUT 90S LIVE
A 4-piece band playing all the biggest hits from the 90s. The Left Bank Village, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm, £16, over 18s only, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk
Sun 30 April
MOJO FESTIVAL
Top class Blues and Roots bands, along with a selection of real ales and ciders. Featuring Lazy Joe and the Dirty Laundry, 1pm; Whiskey River Band, 3pm; Tommy Allen Band, 3pm, (outside at The Six Bells). Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle, 9pm, £5, 07971 213728.
CLUN GREEN MAN FESTIVAL
Traditional crafts, family fun and medieval merriment. Live music from Whalebone, Dan Walsh, BC All Skas, Stiff Witness, Liz Still, Modified Youth, Dunk Burns, David Ian Roberts, Melomanics and Clun Ukelele Band. Clun. Tickets www.clungreenman.org
THE ROY ORBISON STORY
Featuring Barry Steele and a cast of musicians and singers. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £27.50, 01743 281281.
SKABURST
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
STEVIE KEYS
The Vaga, Hereford, 4-6pm.
MOJAM
Pop, rock, country, folk covers duo. The Grape Vaults, Broad St, Leominster, 3pm.
LULU - FOR THE RECORD
Join Lulu as she shares, for the first time, many untold stories and enjoy the music that has been her constant companion. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.
May
Mon 1 May
CIDER CITY JAZZMEN
The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford.
BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB
Featuring Sonya Smith, singer/songwriter. Brimfield Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01584 711480. Bring your own drink/ glasses.
CLUN GREEN MAN FESTIVAL
Traditional crafts, family fun and medieval merriment. Live music from Whalebone, Dan Walsh, BC All Skas, Stiff Witness, Liz Still, Modified Youth, Dunk Burns, David Ian Roberts, Melomanics and Clun Ukelele Band. Clun. Tickets www.clungreenman.org
THE TOASTERS + SMOKE LIKE A FISH
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 3pm.
Wed 3 May
GABBA GABBA HEY!
Featuring Wax Futures + Dvrk Romantics + Bad Fiances.
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8.30pm.
Fri 5 May
TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD
Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.
JOHN E VISITIC + GUNS FOR GIRLS
Plus support. Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
BROMYARD SYMPHONIC WIND BAND
Coronation concert, with guest vocalist Cameron Killey. Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £10, from The Falcon or www.bromyardwindband.com
BONGO’S BINGO
Plus After Party. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 07498 966606.
CHARLIE DORE WITH JULIAN LITTMAN
Malvern Cube, Great Malvern, 7.30pm, £12, 01684 575363, www.malverncube.com
CONCERTS IN THE ROUND
A free lunch-hour concert. St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 12.30pm.
DES & DAN
Des Horsfall and Dan Raza, two of the UK’s best singer-songwriters reunite to bring their songs and stories to the stage. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £15, children £8, 01588 630321.
Sat 6 May
AN EVENING OF MEAT LOAF
With Europe’s No.1 tribute band. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 4pm, 07498 966606.
OPEN MIC
Hosted by Mark Richards. Bull Hotel, Ludlow, 8pm. Please pre-book your slot, markianrichards@hotmail.com
PUB QUIZ AND GARDEN PARTY
Royal George, Lingen, 01544 267322.
EMMA LINNEY
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
THE BEAT
One of the key bands of the UK ska revival of the late 70s and early 80s. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £18, 01600 772467.
Sun 7 May
BANK HOLIDAY BLITZ PARTY
Live swing music from Electro Swing Circus, live cabaret from two of the UKs top burlesque performers. Plus DJs. Beefy Boys will be serving some authentic 1930s style food. The Shack Revolution, Hereford, 8pm-2pm, £20 from The Beefy Boys, www.thebeefyboys.com
MONKEY WRENCH
Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.
LEOMINSTER COMMUNITY CORONATION SERVICE
Massed choirs, brass band, historical characters and dancing. Fancy hats encouraged! Leominster Priory, 6.30pm, free, 01568 612124.
DES & DAN
Des Horsfall and Dan Raza, two of the UK’s best singer-songwriters reunite to bring their songs and stories to the audience. The Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 4.30pm, www.danraza.com
HELLENS MUSIC 2023
Children’s Choir from Bosbury Primary School, 3pm. Great Barn at Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, near Ledbury, free, www.hellensmusic.com
BEAUX GRIS GRIS & THE APOCALYPSE
Mid Wales R & B Club. The Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, 7.30pm, www.midwalesrandb.club
Music Workshops
Fri 14 April & Fri 2 June TAIKO DRUMMING FAMILY WORKSHOP
Have fun playing Japanese Taiko drums. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 10.30am, 01874 611622.
Sat 15 April BRECON TOWN CONCERT BAND - COME AND MEET THE BAND
A relaxed performance in which you can bring your own instrument and join in or just listen. For all ages and will include Prokofiev’e Peter and the Wolf. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2pm, free event, but booking is essential, 01874 611622.
Sat 22 April COME AND SING WORKSHOP
Led by Rob Evans and Hilary Norris. ‘The Armed Man - A Mass for Peace’ and associated music. Weobley Village Hall, 10am-4pm, information and booking online at www.kingtonchoral.org.uk
Sat 29 April FREE YOUTH JAZZ EXPERIENCE
With Ivo Neame and five musicians from Dodeka to celebrate the UNESCO World Jazz Day. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 3-4pm, clunvalleyjazz@gmail.com or 07768 504322.
2023 BRASS & WOODWIND REPAIR COURSES
3 - 7 April - Brass Repair (foundation), £1118.00. 10 - 15 April - Woodwind Repair (foundation), with Richard Hamer, £1318.00. 20 & 21 May - Just Trombone Slidesslide repair and re-alignment, £596.00. 29 May - 2 JuneSaxophones Galore! Advanced and general repairs with Richard Hamer and John Pratt, £1378.00. Trevor Head, Llangunllo, 07971 083089, email trevorhead@btinternet. com
Mondays CRAVEN ARMS MALE VOICE CHOIR All ages welcome singing a broad repertoire of traditional and modern songs. Practice at The Craven Arms Community Centre, 7.30pm. Martin on 01694 722500.
Mondays, term time only
THE MERE SINGERS An open-access mixed voice, adult choir singing original and traditional acapella songs. No need to read music. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, details email Mary Keith maryskeith@aol.com
Mondays, term time only LIVE WIRE MUSIC MONDAYS
You will have the opportunity to play songs with other musicians who are just starting out and grow alongside them as the weeks progress. You can explore creating your own musical parts all the way from a riff to a whole song. We will rehearse suitable covers where you should never feel out of your depth. Ages 11-21. Close House, Hereford, 4-6pm. Email lisa@encore-enterprises.com
Mondays ALIVE & KICKIN’ CHOIR Old Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, 7-9pm, £5, tanyawalkermusic@hotmail.com
Monday BRECON TOWN BAND REHEARSALS Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7pm, 07779 390954.
Monday BANDAMANIA Bright and breezy traditional and original music.Assembly Rooms, Presteigne. Mondays at 7.30pm, Sue Harris 01547 550158
Monday (from Sept) GARRICK SINGERS For over 55s, no prior experience of singing. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2-3.30pm, £5 per session, lisa@encore-enterprises.com.
Tuesday DOLAU MIXTURES Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427.
Tuesday LUNCHTIME UPLIFT SINGING SESSIONS
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 12pm, 07723 016837.
Fri 5 May - SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm
Sun 7 May - The Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 4.30pm
Thurs 11 May - Ludlow Brewing Co, 7.30pm
Fri 12 May - Dragon Theatre, Barmouth
Tuesdays SAMBA BRECON Sue on 07792 165481 or Gill on 01497 821631. 7-9pm, VH, near Brecon.
Tuesday LEOMINSTER COMMUNITY CHOIR During Liv’s maternity leave our leader is Hannes Kaiser. He has a Steiner background and is drawingbeautiful harmonies from the choir. Come and have a inspiring sing -7.158.45 at Leominster Community Centre ffi 01568 369074.
Tuesdays term time only LIVEWIRE SESSIONS The Castle Green Pavilion, 5:30 - 7:30pm. A drop-in for anybody interested in music. Whether you’ve never picked up an instrument before or classically trained or not. Explore different song/lyric writing methods, a take on covers, music production, rap, development & recording. Ages 11-21. Information email lisa@encore-enterprises. com
Tuesday WHITTON VOICES Mixed community choir. Traditional, world and original songs. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7.30pm. Call Sue Harris 01547 550158.
Wednesday ROCKSPRING COMMUNITY CHOIR Rockspring Community Centre, Ludlow. 01584 529053.
Wednesdays (online session only) SINGING FOR LUNG HEALTH GROUP Specifically for people who suffer from progressive lung diseases, these sessions help you breathe better, reduce stress and have fun. 11am, email lisa@encore-enterprises.com for information.
Wednesdays CASTLE VOICES Community choir, songs from around the globe. Town Hall, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm. Sue Harris 01547 550158.
Wednesday LUDLOW LARKS COMMUNITY CHOIR
Led by Polly Bolton. Songs from around the world. Ludlow Women’s Centre, 7.30pm-9pm. 01584 823604 or info@oak-barn.co.uk or www.jollypages.co.uk/larks
Thursday EDGE CHAMBER CHOIR Auditioned chamber choir led by Ros Crouch. Friends Meeting House, Ludlow, 7.30-9.30pm. 01584 841053 or ros.crouch@gmail.com
Thursday CLUN SINGERS Informal community choir, traditional and original songs taught by ear. 10am in High Town Hall, Clun. Sue Harris 01547 550158.
Thursday BELLA A CAPPELLA All-female 4-part close harmony singing group. Oscars, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15-9.45pm, email aimoevo@hotmail.co.uk
Thursday CANTORION LLANDRINDOD A non auditioned mixed voice choir early and classical music. Rehearsals currently in Holy Trinity ChurchLlandrindod Wells. 7.30pm9.15pm.www.cantorion-llandrindod.org 01597 810601
