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Even though there is still a chill in the air we can rejoice in the opportunity to celebrate Mother’s Day and of course Easter. Mother’s Day marks a day of appreciation for all the mothers in our lives and a welcome reminder of all the love they give. As it fast approaches the pressure is on to find the perfect gift. Some Mums love a tipple why not try out The Northern Craft Beer Festival 24th-26th March ,or a trip to the theatre to see HMS Pinafore one of the most popular Gilbert and Sullivan operas.— details in our diary dates. Better still treat her and all the family to a slap up meal at The Punchbowl or the Derby Arms. Easter too is just around the corner and whether you are a church goer or simply welcoming the first signs of spring, it is the perfect time for family gatherings, family fun and the emergence of the Easter Bunny. Take the children to the Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at Sizergh Castle in Kendal 14th – 17th April or treat yourself to some of the enticing Easter Eggs that The Famous 1657 Chocolate House has to offer As Spring is in the air why not visit The Ambleside Spring Flower Show and enjoy the exhibits of Spring flowers in bloom, handicrafts, floral art and much more. Lots going on too at the Brewery Arts Theatre Centre, check out our diary dates and Pub Gig Guide for things happening in and around the area A Happy Easter to all our readers and remember have an” EGGCELLENT” time! See you again in our next Issue May/June
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New season starts Wednesday September 14th at the Meeting Room, United Reform Church, Highgate, Kendal. Every Wednesday, from September through to April, holding regular competitions, as well as hosting speakers from throughout the region giving talks and presentations on various photographic topics. Anyone interested in joining can simply come along, and the first two meetings will be free. Alternatively you can make contact via the clubs. www.kendalphotographyclub.co.uk
Bryce Street Strummers Community Ukulele Group Every Monday throughout the year 7.30-9.30pm
The friendly ukulele group. Newcomers & beginners welcome. Ukuleles available to try. Location: The Bryce Institute in Burneside LA9 6QX Price: £2 towards room hire Telephone: 0770 775 1608 Arnside Highlights are delighted to be hosting Owdyado Theatre Co with their play: “A View from the Edge” on Sunday, 5th March at 7.30pm in Arnside Educational Institute. Tickets are £8 – adult, £4 child and are available from Sue Hayward 01524 762254 Suitable for ages 14+ Private eye & troubled sleeper Charlie Daniels is hired by the seductive Elise Hillerman to investigate the disappearance of her husband - a prominent gallery owner. Meanwhile writers Charlotte & Dan struggle to write their new noirinspired theatre show about an art forgery ring.
Kendal Midday Concert Club Wednesday 8th of March 2017: 1.00pm
RED PRIEST Piers Adams (recorders) Adam Summerhayes (violin) Angela East (cello) David Wright (harpsichord) ‘Viva baroque’ - including works by Vivaldi, Handel, Corelli, Biber and Telemann No advance ticket sales. Tickets on sale from 12 noon. Arrive early to ensure your place. Pre-concert snack lunch at 11.50am Location: Kendal Town Hall, Kendal, LA94DL Price: £10.00 - £10.00 Telephone: 01539 821524
Scandinavian Shrink Pot Carving Wednesday 8th of March 2017: 9.00am - 5.00pm.
Creating beautiful natural pots from greenwood, using the shrinkage of the tree as it dries out to create a sealed pot. Working with the natural properties of green wood by hollowing out a section of branch. Carefully carving a base out of dried wood and using a technique so that as the greenwood dries it shrinks to fit the base. Traditionally carved in Eastern Europe and Scandinavia, this is a interesting introduction to green wood crafts. Location: The Footprint Building, National Trust, Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria , Windermere, LA23 1NH Price: £60.00. Contact Name: Woodmatters 13 Old Lound Kendal Cumbria LA9 7EH Telephone: 077022 56425 / 07580 042183
Hedda Gabler Thursday 9th of March 2017: 7pm
Hedda and Tesman have just returned from their honeymoon and the relationship is already in trouble. Trapped but determined, Hedda tries to control those around her, only to see her own world unravel. Location: Brewery Arts Centre, 122a Highgate, Kendal , Kendal, LA9 4HE Telephone: 01539725133 Matt Cowe plays Chet Atkins Friday 10th of March 2017: 8.30pm. Cumbrian based UK musician Matt Cowe presents a new show featuring the music of 50 s American country guitar legend Chet Atkins. The show also features special guest Becki Fishwick singing some classic country and swing tunes from the 50 s. Chet pioneered a style of guitar playing where the guitar plays the bass, rhythm and melody all at the same time which dumbfounded his contemporaries and to this day is still considered a very difficult style to master. Location: Zeffirellis, Compston Road, Ambleside, LA22 9AD Telephone: 01539 433845
Abstract Orchestra Does Dilla Friday 10th of March 2017: 7.30pm
J Dilla was one of the most iconic and influential hip-hop producers in the world. He worked with A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Common and more. His influence can be felt across hip hop and modern jazz, with Kamasi Washington citing him as a major inspiration alongside Mingus and Coltrane. Location: Brewery Arts Centre, 122a Highgate, Kendal , Kendal, LA9 4HE Tel: 01539725133
George Shaw: My Back to Nature 13th January 2017 to 11th March 2017: 10.30am - 4pm
This exhibition of paintings by Turner Prize nominee George Shaw comes to us from the National Gallery, London, where he spent two years as Associate Artist (2014-2016). Inspired by woodland scenes in the National Gallery s collection, Shaw ‘takes on’ the Masters, creating beautiful intimate scenes of woodland near suburban areas using his beloved Humbrol enamal paints. Location: Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal, Kendal, LA9 5AL Telephone: 01539 722464
Royal Northern Sinfonia Saturday 11th of March 2017: 7.30pm - 10pm
Bradley Creswick director/violin and Michael Gerrard viola are the outstanding soloists in the Sinfonia Concertante K364 by Mozart. Also included are ‘Divertimento’ on ‘Sellinger’s Round’ by Michael Tippett and Mozart’s Symphony no.39 in E-flat K543. There will be a free talk with the musicians at 6.30pm. Location: Kendal Leisure Centre, Burton Road, Kendal, Kendal, LA9 7HX Telephone: 0333 666 3366 Price: £5 for children and students under 19 - £23
The Dentdale Run Saturday 11th of March 2017: 1.00pm.
Now in its 35th year, the Dentdale Run attracts runners from far and wide who want to run in some of the most breathtaking scenery. The 14.2 mile figure of 8 course, literally goes up and down the dale (and some hills), out one side of the small village of Dent and back in the other, while the NEW 7.5 mile course follows the first half of the longer course before cutting back into the village. The race is fully UK Athletics and BARR registered. Location: Dent Village, Dent, LA10 5QL Telephone: 07779 415985 Price: £14.00 - £18.00.
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Antique & Collectors Fair 11th March to 12th March 2017:
Antique and collectors fair open 10am to 4pm later some days entrance 50p Location: Grasmere Village Hall, Broadgate, Grasmere, Grasmere, LA22 9TA Price: £0.50. Telephone: 07841 145692
BGKT Buddhist Group of Kendal (Theravada) Sunday 12th of March 2017: 2.00pm - 4.30pm.
This is an open meeting - all are welcome. The meeting is led by Sangha [Community of Theravada Buddhist Monks] Authorized Teachers. Theravada is the oldest school of Buddhism in the world, and it is practised today in Sri Lanka, Burma, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand. Meetings include mindfulness, tranquillity meditation, insight meditation, metta (loving kindness) meditation, and walking meditation, talks, handouts, questions & answers. Tea and biscuits Free - donations towards room hire welcome. Location: Fellside Centre, Low Fellside, Kendal, Kendal, LA9 4NH BGKT Buddhist Group of Kendal, (Theravada,) c/o Fellside Centre, Low Fellside, Kendal, LA9 4NH Telephone: 01539 729793
The Falklands-a different Britain Mon 13th of March 2017: 7.30pm.
An illustrated talk for Kendal Natural History Society by Dorothy Grace. Location: Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Kendal, LA9 4BH Price: Visitors £2.50 Telephone: 01539 561078 0r 01539 731642
Kendal Jazz Club: The Band From Uncle Tuesday 14th of March 2017: 7.30pm for 8pm-10.30pm
Lancaster-based outfit who appeared at the club in the ivy leaf & brewery days now re-formed with a mix of old and new faces.the style is swing-to-bop. Dave Strutt (trumpet/flugelhorn) Paul Froggatt (sax/ clarinet), Mike Reynolds (keyboard), Paul Guppy (bass), Pete French (drums), laura andrews(vocals). Location: The River Bar, Hawkshead Brewery, Staveley Mill Yard, Back Lane, Kendal , Staveley,
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Thomas Garnett: spa doctor and society scientist Wednesday 15th of March 2017: 7.30pm.
Qks Arts Evening Saturday 18th of March 2017: 7pm
A talk by Professor Robert Fox on the life of Thomas Garnett (1766-1802). Born in Barbon he studied medicine in Edinburgh via an apprenticeship in Sedbergh. He became a national authority on medicinal waters and one of the great scientific lecturers of his day. Members £1.00. Non-members £2.00. Location: Settlebeck School, Long Lane, Sedbergh, Sedbergh, LA10 5ALPrice: £1.00 - £2.00. Telephone: 01539 620771
Lords, manors and mineral rights: researching their history in South Lakeland Thurs 16th of March 2017: 7.30pm.
Talk by Alan Crosby renowned Preston-based local historian and editor of ‘The Local Historian’. Location: Levens Village Institute, Levens, LA8 8NL Price: £2 to visitors free to members. Telephone: 01539 560318
The Hale & Hearty Folk Club Friday 17th of March 2017: 8pm
Our SINGAROUND takes place on the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month, upstairs at the Cross Keys, Milnthorpe which is on the A6 at the traffic lights. We are long established, being a mostly bunch of enthusiastic singers and musicians embracing both traditional and contemporary folk song. Our seasoned residents take it in turn to host each evening of light-hearted entertainment welcoming performers and listeners alike. Location: The Cross Keys Hotel, 1 Park Road, Milnthorpe , Milnthorpe, LA7 7AB Telephone: 01524 401203
Westmorland Orchestra - Concert 2 Saturday 18th of March 2017: 7.30pm
This, the opening concert of the Mary Wakefield Westmorland Music Festival, features ... Schumann - Overture, Scherzo & Finale Hummel - Trumpet Concerto (Gideon Brooks - trumpet) Beethoven - Symphony No.3 Conductor: Richard Howarth Leader: Pamela Redman Tickets: £12 (under 18s - Free) available from orchestra members, through the Brewery Arts Centre box office from one month prior to the concert or ‘on the door’. For further details, visit ... www.westmorlandorchestra.org.uk Location: Westmorland Hall, Kendal Leisure Centre
The Queen Katherine School’s Performing Arts Department’s annual showcase of the performance work that their students undertake throughout the year across Dance, Drama and Music. As always it promises to be a really entertaining evening. Location: Brewery Arts Centre, 122a Highgate, Kendal, Kendal, LA9 4HE Price: N/A Telephone: 01539725133
Billy Howorth Lancaster The Postcard Collection Saturday 18th of March 2017: 2pm - 3pm
Local Archaeologist and our very own employee Billy Howorth will be officially launching his book ‘Lancaster The Postcard Collection’. There will be a chance to chat to him about his book, as well as the opportunity to get a copy signed. “Lancaster was once a small Roman outpost located on the River Lune, which over the centuries expanded into one of the most important hubs in the North West. It has played host to many important events from the Wars of the Roses. Location: Carnforth Bookshop, 38-42 Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, Carnforth, LA5 9JX Telephone: 01524 73458
Concert & cakes Saturday 18th of March 2017: 2.30pm - 4.30pm
Concert&Cakes is an hour of beautiful music performed by students from the Royal Northern College of Music followed by delicious home made cakes, coffee and tea and a chance to meet the musicians. Performance of classical music by the Aurora String Quintet. No ticket required. Retiring collection optional. Charge for refreshments. Location: All Saints Church, Burton in Lonsdale, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 3JU Telephone: 07890679818
Ambleside Spring Flower Show 18th March to 19th March 2017: Sat 10.30am - 5pm Sun 10 - 4pm.
Spring flower show plus cookery,handicrafts,children classes,floral art,refreshments, raffle,all kinds of spring flowers in bloom. Location: Kelsick Centre, St Mary’s Lane, Ambleside, Ambleside, la22 9sd Price: £1.50 - £2 Telephone: 07730 946510
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Orchid Weekend at Hayes Garden World 18th March to 19th March 2017: 10am - 4pm
Chris Channon, Orchid Expert and RHS Gold Medallist, gives advice and demonstrations on all aspects of orchid care. Orchid owners are invited to Hayes Garden World to receive free advice and MOTs for their plants. Talk attendees will receive money saving vouchers to be used on the day to purchase a wide variety of both common & unusual Orchids. Location: Hayes Garden World LTD, Lake Road, Ambleside , Ambleside, LA220DW Telephone: 015394 33434
Highlights Rural Touring Scheme: The Hut People Sunday 19th of March 2017: 8pm
The Hut People return with their unique highoctane blend of folk music from around the world
- with foot stomping accordion and an exotic array of percussion (with some Quebecois foot percussion and dancing thrown in). Feel-good music from a very likeable duo who will have the audience involved and loving it before the end of the first tune. Tickets £10/£5/£25 adult/ children/family. Tel:015395 60534 cloggingchris@ tiscali.co.uk Location: Levens Village Institute, Low Gate, Levens, Levens, LA8 8NL Price: £5 - £25 Contact Telephone: 01768353954
like this before in my life. However, to travel from town to town addressing a fabulous gathering of like-minded chums each night seems to me exactly what Shakespeare would have done had not the hefty rent at The Globe kept him in London. As a consequence, William Shakespeare toured about as frequently as Kate Bush. Well not me. I’m back on the road. Come join me! Location: The Forum, 28 Duke Street, Barrow-inFurness, Barrow-in-Furness, LA141HH Price: £18 - £20 Telephone: 01229820000
Kendal Midday Concert Club Wednesday 22nd of March 2017: 1.00pm
Gilbert O’Sullivan in Concert Thursday 23rd of March 2017: 7.30pm
ZELKOVA QUARTET Caroline Pether (violin) Simmy Singh (violin) Alex Mitchell (viola) Jonathan Pether (cello) String Quartet No. 8 in C minor, Op.110 Shostakovich String Quartet in E minor, Op. 59 No. 2 Beethoven Tickets on sale from 12 noon. Pre-concert snack lunch at 11.50am Location: Kendal Town Hall, Kendal, LA9 4DL Price: £10.00 - £10.00 Telephone: 01539 821524
Danny Baker: Cradle to the Stage Wednesday 22nd of March 2017: 7.30pm
The stage has always been my first love. Let me put that another way. I have never done anything
The 50th Anniversary Tour - Celebrating Five Decades Of Music. One of the industry’s true legends, 2017 will mark an astonishing 50 years since Gilbert O’Sullivan made his first foray into the music business with the release of his debut single ‘Disappear’. It launched O’Sullivan on a career that is still thriving five decades later seeing him dominate the charts in the seventies and continue to enjoy success and acclaim to the present day. Location: The Forum, 28 Duke Street, Barrow in Furness, Barrow-in-Furness, LA141HH Telephone: 01229820000
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The World of Beatrix Potter
is a vibrant family attraction, bringing to life all 23 enchanting stories in a magical recreation of the beautiful Lake District countryside. Wibbly Wobbly Weblink It may be worth checking out The World of Beatrix Potter’s website to see if there are any special events or seasonal fun things to do that may be going on during the
day We do strongly suggest you contact The World of Beatrix Potter before you set off on your family day out, just to make sure they are open and to confirm admission prices, as there is nothing worse than disappointed kids in the back of your car after a long journey. www.hop-skip-jump.com
Lakeland Motor Museum
A diverse and unique road transpost collection of some 30,000 exhibits assembled over a period of almost 50 years is thoughtfully displayed alongside many non-motoring additions, in fully DDA compliant state-of-the-art premises with a beautiful riverside setting. A curious and educational atmosphere generating intrigue and nostalgiaOld Blue Mill, Backbarrow, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8TA, 015395 30400 Suitable for ages: Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Young Children (4-8) and Older Children (9-12)
Happy Mount Park
A beautiful park situated on Morecambe Promenade that was originally opened in the 1920s but has developed into a fantastic, modern, family friendly place with activities for all ages. A traditional park where you can take a leisurely stroll, or sit and relax, in attractive and well tended parkland. Open all year and free to visit, although there is a charge for some of the activities. The park has a great Natural Adventure Play Area that offers a great space to play, with new trees and plenty of natural resources such as boulders, sand, and logs. It also has a 34m zip line, a 5m high swing, and a maypole! There is also a safe Play Area with a climbing frame, slide, and swings, including some suitable for under 5s. If you fancy a wander, try the Woodland Walk, with a new Habitat Trail to follow that you can download for free online, which will help you find out about all the animals that live in the park. One of the
FOR MARCH & APRIL best free activities is the Splash Park (open daily between May and September), which is one of the largest in the region and features water fences, an aqua arch, interactive water jets, and more! Be sure to bring your swimming stuff! Chargeable activities include Play Land with rides for the little ones, a Miniature Railway, Putting, Trampolines, Adventure Golf, an attractive traditional Roundabout, plus Pirates in the Park (indoor soft play)! There is also a floodlit Multi Sports area for basketball, roller hockey, tennis, and 5 a side football, with rackets and balls for hire. Casual bookings can be made at the park kiosk, or you can call 01524 582333 for block bookings.
Lakeland Climbing Centre
Get your first taste of climbing in their unique centre with it’s great indoor wall, on one of their beginners courses, taster sessions or with an experienced friend. There are a wide range of regular sessions and clubs for young people too. Top highlight for the kids is going to be the Crazy Club wall: featuring 12 kooky and tricky challenges on a brightly coloured wall with rotating wheel grips, a climbing drainpipe (!) and race the clock games! Best of all there’s an auto belay system so there’s no excuse for you not to be up there as well! It’s a great way to get kids into the sport, but also a great way to just offer some fit fun as a stand alone session. Allow time around your slot to do the waiver etc. They offer non marking plimsoles if you don’t have non marking shoes, so be prepared to change (wear good socks!). Lake District Business Park, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6NH, England. Contact01539 721766 Monday to Friday from 10 AM until 10 PM Saturday, Sunday, and Bank Holidays from 10 AM until 6 Pm Adults £9.90 Child (9 - 17) £8.90 Junior (8 & under) £5.50 Concessions £8.90 Kids 3 and under go FREE! Suitable for ages: Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Young Children (4-8) and Older
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Carrying the weight of the world in his J.D sports bag, a working class lad trades his bag-head mates for a one-way ticket out of Salford. Location: Brewery Arts Centre, 122a Highgate, Kendal , Kendal, LA9 4HE Price: N/A Telephone: 01539725133
Mary Wakefield Westmorland Festival 18th March to 25th March 2017
Mary Wakefield Westmorland Festival is one of the longest-established competitive music festivals in Britain, taking place in Kendal in the historic county of Westmorland (South Cumbria). Location: Various locations in Kendal , Kendal, N/A Telephone: 01539 725955
Northern Craft - Beer Festival 24th March to 26th March 2017: From 12pm
A unique collection and celebration of craft brewing in Britain. Featuring over 50 cask & keg beers from independent breweries. Location: Hawkshead Brewery, Mill Yard, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9LR Tel: 01539 82264
H.M.S. Pinafore 29th March 2017 to 1st April 2017: 7.30pm
One of the most popular Gilbert & Sullivan operas dealing with the conundrum of love between social classes, HMS Pinafore has infectious tunes and a beautifully constructed libretto. We are a friendly group who enjoy musical theatre and put on a Gilbert and Sullivan show once a year in April. We meet every Tuesday at 7.30pm in the Job Pennington Hall, Low Fellside (behind Booths) from October. We are always looking for new members who enjoy singing witty lyrics set to wonderful music. Location: Kendal Town Hall, Booking via Brewery Box Office, tel 015397 725133, Kendal, LA9 4DL Price: £10 (£5 students) - £12 Telephone: 01539 422 471
K Shoes Male Voice Choir coffee morning Friday 31st of March 2017: 9.30am - 1.00pm.
Warm welcome from K shoes male voice choir to our coffee morning at kendal town Hall. Entrance is only £1.00. Location: Bindloss Room, Kendal town hall,, Kendal, LA9 4DL Telephone: 07935 772424
Allegri Singers, Celebration through the Centuries
Holy Trinity Church, Bog Lane, Brathay, LA22 9NE - 7.30pm Saturday 1 April St James’ Church, Church Hill, Arnside, LA5 0DW - 4.30pm Sunday 2 April
Five centuries of sublime and celebratory unaccompanied sacred choral music from Victoria, Purcell and Lotti through to Mendelssohn, Arvo Part and contemporary Windermere composer Tom Fryers. At both concerts there will be retiring collections for the church and choir. For more information contact: Owen Davies, owen@odavies.plus.com, 01539 621261
Twelfth Night Live Thursday 6th of April 2017: 7.00pm
Tamsin Greig is Malvolia in a new twist on Shakespeare’s classic comedy of mistaken identity. Determined to survive on her own, she steps out to explore a new land. So begins a whirlwind of mistaken identity and unrequited love. The nearby households of Olivia and Orsino are overrun with passion. Even Olivia’s upright housekeeper Malvolia is swept up in the madness. Location: Brewery Arts Centre 122a Highgate Kendal Cumbria , Kendal, LA9 4HE Price: £18.00 - £18.00 Telephone: 01539725133
South Cumbria Musical Festival 2nd April 2017 to 8th April 2017:
The South Cumbria Musical Festival was formed in 1976 and has developed over the years to become one of the most respected competitive events in the country. The Festival is well known for its high standards, friendliness and efficient organisation. It gives competitors an opportunity to perform on a stage in a beautifully refurbished venue, with ideal facilities. Location: Coronation Hall, Ulverston, Ulverston, Telephone: 01229 831762
Kendal Jazz Club: The High Society Hotshots Tuesday 11th of April 2017:
7.30pm for 8pm-10.30pm
Trad band- featuring past/present members of the high society jazz band and 3 outstanding scots musicians- makes its english debut. Peter Boswell (trombone/cornet), Brian Gordon (bass), Bruce Carnaffin (clarinet/ bass clarinet) are joined by Mike Daly (trumpet) here with John Hallam in Aug 2016, Kit Carey (banjo), Bill Mullen (drums). Location: The River Bar, Hawkshead Brewery, Staveley Mill Yard, Back Lane, Kendal , Staveley, LA8 9LR Price: £8 (members) - £10 (nonmembers) Telephone: 01539 723944
Lakes Record & CD fair 15th April 2017 to 16th April 2017: 8 am - 6 pm
Record and cd fair - free entry / free parking - between Windermere & Bowness on main road - easy to find & parking on site - tea/coffee available. Also buy & advise/value collections. Records include all major artists Beatles Led Zeppelin Pink Floyd Black Sabbath R Stones Genesis Deep Purple Dylan Bowie then all genres folk / rock / progressive / psych / reggae / northern soul / r&b / punk post punk / classical / easy listening pop. Wide range prices from £1 to £500 vinyl / £2 cds. Location: Ladyholme centre, Lake Road, Windermere, Windermere, LA23 2JA Telephone: 07824511987
Tonight I’m Gonna Be The New Me Friday 28th of April 2017: 7.30pm
A woman takes to the stage. A man watches from the wings. They both wonder if their love will survive what’s about to happen. Location: Brewery Arts Centre, 122a Highgate, Kendal , Kendal, LA9 4HE Tel: 01539725133
BBC Philharmonic Orchestra with Michael Seal conductor and Tasmin Little violin Saturday 29th of April 2017: 7.30pm - 10pm
Elgar Violin Concerto Brahms Symphony no.1 in C minor op.68. A rare opportunity to hear these two massive works played in Kendal by this renowned and much loved orchestra and equally popular soloist. Free talk with the musicians before the concert at 6.30pm. Location: Kendal Leisure Centre, Burton Road, Kendal, Kendal, LA9 7HX Price: £5 for children and students under 19 £28. Telephone: 0333 666 3366
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