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New Year's Day Concert
The annual sell out concert returns for the 19th and final year.
Full programme details to be announced shortly.
WHY? Including Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks and favourite works by JS Bach and Vivaldi
Courtyard Theatre
£18 (£16.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Presented by St John's Chamber Players
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The Wihan String Quartet
Presented by Maidenhead Music Society.
Haydn Quartet in G, Op.54, No.1
Josef Suk String Quartet No.1 in B flat Op. 11
Janacek String Quartet No. 2 'Intimate Letters'
The Wihan Quartet has been described by International Record Review as: ‘one of the best quartets in the world today.’ Celebrated for over 30 years, it has developed an outstanding reputation for the interpretation of music of its Czech heritage, and of the many masterpieces of the string quartet repertoire.
The Quartet’s recording of Dvorak Op.105 was chosen as ‘Recording of the Year’ by MusicWeb International. BBC Music Magazine said of their Dvorak Op.61 recording: ‘This is the finest recorded performance I have encountered to date’.
‘This is playing of the highest quality’ The Sunday Times
WHY? Listen to Czech masters of the string quartet
Courtyard Theatre
£15 (MMS Members £10), £5 under 18s or up to two free tickets with an adult ticket
Presented by Maidenhead Music Society.
St John's Chamber Orchestra
Jacky Zhang (piano)
Gemma Ayton (violin)
Benedict Bradley (violin)
Ashwin Tennant (piano)
Nigel Wilkinson (conductor)
Beethoven
Piano Concerto No.2: Romance No.1 in F;
Romance No.2 in G; Piano Concerto no.3
St John’s Chamber Orchestra launches its 40th anniversary season with an evening devoted to Beethoven.
WHY? The concert continues the Orchestra’s long commitment to young talent, with four outstanding teenage soloists
Courtyard Theatre
£18 (£16.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)
The Albion Christmas Band
Simon Nicol, Kellie While and Simon Care join once again with the founder of Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span and The Albion Band, Ashley Hutchings.
The Albion Christmas Show is a seasonal mixture of carols, spoken word, Christmas songs and humorous readings. The perfect way to start your festivities!
WHY? This year’s tour features material from the band’s brand new album, alongside old favourites from their back catalogue
Courtyard Theatre
£22
The Albion Christmas Band's website
Presented by RM Promotions
Musical Memories
Led by Rona Topaz
A sociable choir for people living with dementia, led by a professional singer.
Even if you think you can’t sing a note, join in with popular jazz, pop and movie theme tunes from the 1940s through to 1980s. Songs covered include Fly Me To the Moon, Que Sera Sera, Edelweiss, You Are My Sunshine, King of the Road and more!
Carers don’t have to be present, so it’s a chance to have a little respite and relax in the Café Bar.
Fri 20 Sept - 20 Dec (exc 1 and 15 Nov)
2pm – 3pm
£6 per session, including one free carer
Teddies Music Club
Sing • Dance • Play
We’ll get you bouncing, jumping, tickling, giggling, laughing, oh and singing!
Teddies is energetic, lively and fun for grown-ups and children alike, with a singer and musician at every session.
Autumn
Wed 11 Sept – 18 Dec (exc 30 Oct)
10am – 11am
£6 | £4 siblings
Suitable for ages 0-5 years.
Please book one free 'Accompanying Adult' tickets for this workshop, and a free 'Baby Seat' if you are bringing a sibling under 6 months
Acoustic Guitar - Absolute Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Autumn
Wed 4 Sept – 2 Oct, 9 Oct – 6 Nov and 13 Nov – 11 Dec
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 16 Oct
- 23 Oct
- 7 more dates...
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Autumn
Wed 4 Sept – 2 Oct, 9 Oct – 6 Nov and 13 Nov – 11 Dec
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 16 Oct
- 23 Oct
- 7 more dates...
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Thursdays)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Autumn
Thur 5 Sept – 3 Oct, 10 Oct – 7 Nov and 14 Nov – 12 Dec
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
- 17 Oct
- 24 Oct
- 7 more dates...
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