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SUMMARY:Didsbury Singers: International Women's Day Concert
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of International Women’s Day\, Didsbury Singers will be appearing at the Henry Watson Music Library for a celebration of choral music. \n\nDidsbury Singers are a local\, aspirational upper voices choir from South Manchester. Conducted by the award winning Hannah Brine and with musical accompaniment by Isaac Horton\, the group will be honouring International Women’s Day with a selection of music which centres on female strength. \n\nFounded in 2025\, the group has quickly gained a reputation for performances with a warm\, inclusive atmosphere and their ambitious repertoire. Singing a wide variety of music\, from folk and classical to pop and jazz\, the group have been known to sing a diverse array of music by the likes of Billie Eilish\, to the Spanish song “Cantar!”\, and Sarah Quartel’s “How Can I Keep From Singing”. \n\nTheir IWM performance will see them take on songs with a female emphasis such as Margaret Water’s “Lineage” in the repertoire (watch here). \n\nExpect a moving\, empowering performance from this highly talented collective.\n\n**** \n\nABOUT\n\nThe Didsbury Singers is a friendly\, upper‑voices community choir based in the Didsbury/Withington area of Manchester. It is led by Hannah Brine\, an award‑winning conductor whose choirs have performed at major events such as the BBC Proms\, the Royal Variety Show\, and the Olivier Awards.\n\nFor more information on the choir head to: www.didsburysingers.co.uk  \nOr find them @didsburysingers on socials. \n\n****\n\nDidsbury Singers will perform in the Henry Watson Music Library on Saturday 7 March\, 1pm-2pm. \n\nEntry to this event is free to the public.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/didsbury-singers-international-womens-day-concert/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
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SUMMARY:Access Creative College presents ‘Live In The Library’
DESCRIPTION:The Henry Watson Music Library invites you to experience ‘Live In The Library’\, a brand new showcase event in collaboration with the Access Creative College. \n\nAs one of the city’s most respected music institutions\, Access Creative College will be taking over the music library with a series of special live performances from its current crop of talented musicians. \n\nAn unmissable opportunity to see the stars of tomorrow\, from the comfort of your library\, this FREE daytime event will showcase performances from a wide range of rising talents across the college\, including intimate sets from solo singers to frenetic full band arrangements. \nIn what will be the first edition of 2026\, the inaugural Access Creative College Live In The Library will feature guest slots from fusion punk/rock band Wholegrain\, three-piece alternative rock/noise rock band Peasant Fool\, and rising indie upstarts  Beeside\, and more!\n\nThe event is open to the public\, and completely free to attend. See you down the front!\n \nFree – please drop in \nPlease consider making a donation to support our cultural programme if you can\, either online or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/access-creative-college-presents-live-in-the-library/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
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SUMMARY:Cargo Recording Studios: 1977-1985
DESCRIPTION:Chris Connelly is coming to Manchester Central Library to discuss his exceptional new book\, ‘Cargo Recording Studios: 1977-1985’. \nThe Cargo Studios book is a history of the music recorded at the Rochdale studio. The studio opened in late 1977 and closed in early 1985. It’s where the seminal ‘Atmosphere’ by Joy Division was recorded\, as well as other influential tracks from The Fall\, Gang of Four\, The Chameleons\, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark\, A Certain Ratio\, Echo and the Bunnymen\, and many more. It was also where David Gedge of the Wedding Present\, Lisa Stansfield and Roland Gift first recorded. \nA true labour of love\, Chris Connelly spent twelve years researching the 360-page hard-back book which features over a thousand pictures and music memorabilia. With over 900 people interviewed\, it also includes essays by artists who recorded there\, who expand upon the times\, hustling to get gigs\, the politics of the day\, and venues played. \nLaunching his book in Manchester City Centre for the first time\, Chris Connelly will be appearing at the Henry Watson Music Library on Thursday 12 March @ 6pm. \nHe will be in conversation with author and musician Mark Hoyle (of the band Dub Sex)\, who is among the musicians to have recorded at Cargo Studios. Hoyle released his own book ‘Swerve – Dub Sex & Other Stories’ in 2024. \nWhile you’re here…we have a broad selection of books on music which are free to borrow if you have a library card. You can browse our music collection online here or in the Henry Watson Music Library at this event\, and find out how to join the library free here or on the day (just bring along some ID with your home address on to complete sign up and pick up your new library card). \nBook tickets here or click on ‘Book Now’ below and ‘pay-what-you can’. All donations go to Manchester Libraries to support future activities.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/cargo-recording-studios-1977-1985/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:St Patrick’s Ceili Band Experience with Mouse's Nest
DESCRIPTION:It wouldn’t be St Patrick’s Day without a ceili would it? \nSo\, on the weekend before the world goes green for Ireland’s patron saint\, Central Library is hosting a special ceili band and dancing experience in the Henry Watson Music Library. \nCome down on Saturday 14 March\, where local legends\, Mouses Nest\, will perform live in the afternoon to get your St Patrick’s Day weekend swinging. \nHailing from the Northwest\, the Mouse’s Nest have put on storming performances across the UK for over 15 years\, playing weddings\, parties\, fundraisers\, functions\, dance workshops and festivals. Performing in the Henry Watson Music Library for the first time\, the band will be playing an exciting mixture of Celtic tunes\, carefully chosen for audiences to listen and dance to as they like. \nAlongside their accomplished guitarist and fiddle player\, the band will bring an expert ‘caller’ for those who might like to get in-step with some traditional Celtic ceili dancing on the day. The caller will walk each dance through before the music starts and will keep calling to make sure everyone dancing knows exactly what to do. \nA perfect Celtic experience for families to join in the fun this St Patrick’s Day\, catch the Mouse’s Nest on Saturday 14 March from 2.30pm. \nSuitable for all ages \nAll donations will go to Manchester Libraries. \nWhile you’re here…we have a broad selection of books on music which are free to borrow if you have a library card. You can browse our music collection online here or in the Henry Watson Music Library at this event\, and find out how to join the library free here or on the day (just bring along some ID with your home address on to complete sign up and pick up your new library card). \nTickets for the show are ‘pay-what-you-can’. To book\, click on the eventbrite event link here or click the ‘Book Now’ button below.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/st-patricks-ceili-band-experience-with-mouses-nest/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
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SUMMARY:Daria Chromik: Lunchtime Piano Concert
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Polish pianist\, Daria Chromik\, will be appearing at the Henry Watson Music Library for a special lunchtime performance.\n\nPresenting ‘Between Note and Emotion – Piano Recital’\, the concert will offer a unique opportunity for audiences to hear the artist perform in this intimate setting for the first time. \nDaria Chomik is a pianist with over 29 years of experience. Her performances take audiences on a journey through musical eras — from Chopin’s classics\, through contemporary piano works\, to film music including themes from Game of Thrones and “Experience” by Ludovico Einaudi*. \nDaria enjoys exploring connections between styles\, showing that every kind of music can be beautiful. \n\nShort introductions during the concert provide context\, highlight stylistic features\, and guide listeners through an engaging and emotional musical experience. \nAppearing at the Henry Watson Music Library of Central Library on 26th March\, expect a breathtaking audience with this most sublime of pianists.\n \nBook tickets here or click on ‘Book Now’ below and ‘pay-what-you can’.  \nAll donations go to Manchester Libraries to support future activities.
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