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SUMMARY:Just a Girl from North Manchester: A Photographic Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:For over 30 years\, Karen McBride has documented the people\, places and music that have shaped Manchester. Her new exhibition brings together a personal collection of black-and-white photographs\, stories and memories from behind the camera. \nThe work follows on from her book\, ‘Just a Girl from North Manchester’\, and explores a lifetime spent documenting musicians\, communities and everyday moments that might otherwise have been forgotten. \nDisplayed throughout the exhibition are nine original vintage library display cabinets that were especially designed for Manchester Central Library when the building first opened. They provide the perfect setting for a journey through Manchester’s musical and cultural history. One cabinet\, however\, will house something very special that celebrates Karen’s lifelong love of traditional black-and-white photography\, craftsmanship and making things by hand—qualities that have always been part of Manchester’s industrious spirit. \nFree – just drop in. \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/14220/
LOCATION:First Floor Display Cases
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Music
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SUMMARY:Ukulele Workshop - Small group session!
DESCRIPTION:Led by tutor Jim Wallace\, this Ukulele Lesson is all about confidence\, connection\, and enjoying music together in a welcoming setting. \nFor 25 years\, Jim has been bringing his passionate music teaching experiences to venues across Manchester – and he will be returning to Central Library for another evening of strumming and good company for folks of all abilities. \nWhether you’ve never picked up an instrument before or you’re tempted to try something new\, this workshop is open to complete beginners and rusty returners alike. No music reading required — and instruments are provided. \nPerfectly timed for an after-work drop-in\, expect a friendly\, low-pressure session where we’ll learn a few simple chords\, play familiar songs together\, and enjoy making music in a supportive small group. \nCome along\, give it a try\, and discover just how enjoyable making music can be. \nSmall group – limited places available. Tuesday 3 November\, 6pm-7pm. \nInstruments provided – just bring yourself! \nIt’s never too late to play… \nAll donations go to Manchester Libraries to help support future creative activities. \nPay what you like – book your place via Eventbrite here or click ‘Book Now’ below
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/ukulele-workshop-small-group-session/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Music Theory Session
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the Music Theory: Monthly Drop-in Session with Owain Roberts.  \nDo you need help with your ABRSM Theory of Music exam? \nWant to develop your understanding of music theory in a supportive and inclusive environment? \nThen come along to the Henry Watson Music Library for these free\, drop-in sessions designed to give you the help you need to get to the next level. \nWhile these sessions will be concentrating on the ABRSM Grade 5 Theory of Music certification\, they will be open to all – from beginner students to experienced musicians. \nEach session is completely FREE and informal\, as guided by experienced musician and educator Owain Roberts. \nReserve your free ticket on Eventbrite now HERE. \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/music-theory-session/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:RNCM presents... At Henry Watson Music Library
DESCRIPTION:RNCM presents… At the Henry Watson Music Library is a brand new series of concerts for 2026. \nWith each edition spotlighting a different musician from the College\, the inaugural session will feature another of their aspiring stars\, this time the incredibly talented harpist: Yaxin Fang. \nYaxin is a harpist currently in her fourth year of undergraduate studies at Royal Northern College of Music\, studying with Anne-Marie O’Farrell. She was born in 2002 in Zhengzhou\, Henan Province\, a city located in central China. \nIn China\, Yaxin studied harp under Zishan Xu from the Sichuan Conservatory of Music and Zhuyan Liu from the Henan Symphony OrchestraDuring. During this time\, she won several awards\, including First Prize in the Harp Youth Group of the Beijing Area and Second Prize in the China Area in 2021. In 2020 she was awarded First Prize in the Singapore International Music Festival-Western Music Competition\, and Second Prizes in both the 6th International Music Festival of Melbourne and the China Youth Music Competition Hummingbird Music Awards. In May 2022\, Yaxin performed Handel’s Harp Concerto in B flat major with the Sias Philharmonic Orchestra. \nDuring her studies at the RNCM\, Yaxin has participated in several performances\, including the Wind Orchestra\, Symphony Orchestra\, and Taraneh Orchestra. She performed with the RNCM Harp Department at the Manchester Harp Festival\, Edinburgh Harp Festival and annually at the Salvi Showroom in London. In June 2025\, she performed a solo concert at Manchester Cathedral. \nTaking place in the historic music library of Central Library\, the RNCM Presents.. At The Henry Watson Music Library concerts will introduce audiences to the talented roster of musicians currently studying at the esteemed music College. \nFrom soloists to singer-songwriters\, classical to pop\, this lunchtime series promises to showcase some of the most sumptuous sounds and skilled musicians emerging from the RNCM right now. Pop-in to see the stars of tomorrow\, today. \nOpen to the public\, tickets are just pay-what-you-like – available via Eventbrite here. 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/rncm-presents-at-henry-watson-music-library/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Library Lunchtime Choir
DESCRIPTION:Fancy a sing on your lunch break? Or just a feel-good sing to boost your day? Then come along to our regular Library Lunchtime Choir session! \nThere is no pressure to be a virtuoso\, we’re just singing to feel better. The session will be 45 minutes of warm-ups and an arrangement of a well-known tune. You don’t need to be able to read music\, we will learn everything by ear using the lyrics. \nSessions are run by Sarah Adams (Choirs Manchester) and the ethos is all about setting a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy singing together as a group. \nCome along with a friend or on your own\, it’ll be a friendly\, laid back session! \nFree – just drop in. \nThe session takes place 12.00-12.45.\n \nNEXT SESSION: Tuesday 10th November (Every Second Tuesday). \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/library-lunchtime-choir/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Gig: Faint Red Star - LIVE
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday 21st November\, rising electronic duo Faint Red Star will perform an intimate matinee show at the Henry Watson Music Library. \nFaint Red Star are a duo born in Manchester\, UK. Blending soaring synths with warm\, rumbling beats and stirring vocal melodies\, their sound is a heady concoction of brooding synth-pop\, dark wave\, and alternative textures. \nPerforming live in 2026\, the duo draws inspiration from nostalgic sonics\, shot thhrough with a sparkle of vintage video games\, shimmering synthesisers\, and the wondrous wave genres of the 80’s and 90’s. \nWith songs that explore life’s immersive highs and expose the aching lows of human connection\, Faint Red Star’s creations are at turns whimsical\, ambient\, and drenched in drama. \nTheir striking music creates a dreamy and reminiscent space for the audience to gently drop their guard\, bounce and sink into sound – with the band due to perform cuts from their catalogue to date at the Henry Watson Music Library\, Central Library on 21st November. \nTICKETS \nTickets are just pay-what-you-like! Available HERE \nFor multiple tickets\, please repeat the eventbrite ordering process until you have the quantitiy you require. \nAny donations go to Manchester Libraries to support future activities. \nListen to Faint Red Star here: https://soundcloud.com/faintredstarmusic \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/gig-faint-red-star-live/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Live Jazz: Woodshed Collective
DESCRIPTION:Manchester-based sax-led Woodshed Collective is unified by a shared passion for performing and composing swing\, Latin jazz\, fusion and bebop. \nThe band takes inspiration from classic artists such as Charlie Parker\, Cannonball Adderley and Oscar Peterson\, aiming to develop their own sound based on the great ensembles involving these artists. \nThe core collective consists of pianist Olli Bonada\, saxophonist David Sotunde\, bassist Darren Randle and drummer Oscar Boanas. \nReturning to library for the second time\, the Henry Watson is delighted to welcome back this prodigiously talented outfit for an early evening set on Monday 23 November\, from 6pm. \nTickets – just pay-what-you-like! Buy HERE or on link below.\nAll ages welcome.  \nAll donations go to Manchester Libraries to assist with future activities.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/live-jazz-woodshed-collective/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Delia Derbyshire Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Delia Derbyshire Day returns to Manchester Central Library for 2026 \nHonouring the work of the electronic pioneer and BBC Radiophonic Workshop icon\, expect a relaxed community gathering at the Henry Watson Music Library. \nThis year’s Delia Derbyshire Day offers a mixture of creative activities\, opportunities to explore Delia’s archive\, have a nerdy chat with the people behind the day\, a pop-up shop\, and especially themed cake! \nThe session will also provide an introduction to the brand new recording pod and production studio in Henry Watson Music Library – due to be installed this Autumn. Led by women working in experimental electronic music in Manchester\, this will be a unique  opportunity to get to know the shiny new recording space at HWML in a supportive environment.* \nJoin us for a gathering of friendly people passionate about electronic music and experimental music making\, practicing the Delia Derbyshire Day charity’s values of curiosity\, creativity\, collaboration and openness. \nAll welcome\, age 18+. \nThis is a free event. Just drop in! \n*Please be aware these will be taster sessions of around 20 minutes with maximum 2 visitors in the studio at one time\, so we cannot guarantee access to the studio if it’s really busy.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/delia-derbyshire-day-2026/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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