Posts Tagged ‘musicians’

Elvis has entered the building

Elvis has entered the building

Dave Woodhall talks to a singer who’s walking it like he talks it.

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Gig review: Steve Reich – Birmingham Town Hall

Gig review: Steve Reich – Birmingham Town Hall

Steve Beauchampé has been to see Steve Reich in action. Here’s his review of the 6th March concert.

New York Sounds: Drum Thunder

New York Sounds: Drum Thunder

Martin Longley watches those drumsticks fly in New York City...

Music students given real-world insight by record industry luminaries

Music students given real-world insight by record industry luminaries

Students on Coventry University’s music technology course gained a fascinating insight into working in the music and recording sector when they heard from a panel of industry heavyweights.

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Nostalgia: It’s not what it used to be

Nostalgia: It’s not what it used to be

Last year Laurence Inman found himself treading in the footsteps of legends.

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‘Can’t Stop The Boogie’ 20th Anniversary

‘Can’t Stop The Boogie’ 20th Anniversary

The original line-up of Steve ‘Big Man’ Clayton & The 44s is getting back together for one night only

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Local lad(s) Done Good

Local lad(s) Done Good

We're pretty sure that this has never happened before, so well worth highlighting

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Andy Hamilton – A Celebration of His Life

Andy Hamilton – A Celebration of His Life

A celebration of the life and work of legendary Jamaican-British jazz musician and community figurehead Andy Hamilton MBE is to take place at Symphony Hall on Tuesday 26th June at 2.30pm.

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New Model Army victims of Walsall gear theft

New Model Army victims of Walsall gear theft

Van broken into in the car park outside the Walsall Holiday Inn Express and a large number of items stolen

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Andy Hamilton 1918–2012

Andy Hamilton 1918–2012

Dave Woodhall pays tribute to a remarkable man

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This week at the Robin

This week at the Robin

‘Tried and tested’ is the phrase to use.

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Martin Longley’s New York Sounds: Live From The Allen Room

Martin Longley’s New York Sounds: Live From The Allen Room

Martin Longley has made a pronouncement to the effect that The Allen Room boasts the best view from a New York City venue. It also plays host to some pretty hot music...

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What’s on at the Robin

What’s on at the Robin

Some interesting new arrivals is part of the answer.

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Ironing Butterflies

Ironing Butterflies

Andy Wainwright witnesses a night of nostalgic psychedelia.

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Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” returns to Birmingham

Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” returns to Birmingham

Mendelssohn wrote this great work specifically for a Birmingham Festival in 1846

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Town Hall & Symphony Hall Listings

Town Hall & Symphony Hall Listings

There’s a good sprinkling of legendary names coming up at the two venues.

Mills Thrills

Mills Thrills

Dave Woodhall watches an extraordinary talent.

What’s On at Symphony Hall

What’s On at Symphony Hall

Some new dates have been announced at the venue.

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Mostly Jazz Line-Ups Announced

Mostly Jazz Line-Ups Announced

The countdown has begun to one of the country’s most promising new festivals of recent years.

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What’s On at the Robin

What’s On at the Robin

There’s the usual varied line-up this week.

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