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SUMMARY:Ear Soup - Acoustic Food for the Soul
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Henry Watson Music Library for one hour of musical magic. \nFree – drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/ear-soup-acoustic-food-for-the-soul/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Leo HC Single Launch
DESCRIPTION:Leo HC is a 20 year old solo musician\, creating alternative folk tracks to soothe the soul. Equipped\, usually\, with an acoustic guitar\, his voice and lots of reverb\, his music creates an introspective and melancholic atmosphere for all to listen and enjoy. His debut album was released on 8 November 2024. Leo is currently based in Sheffield for studies and is also a member of the Sheffield-based band Junk\, but was born and raised in Greater Manchester. \nHe launches his new single\, Climbing\, with this event. \nFree – just drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/leo-hc-single-launch/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Noasis [Live!]
DESCRIPTION:Didn’t get Oasis tickets? Then its time to ‘Stop Crying Your Heart Out’… \nAppearing for a special stripped-back appearance\, Central Library presents… NOASIS – live! \nOn the day that Oasis will be appearing at Heaton Park for the second weekend of their sold-out shows\, Central Library is delighted to be offering something special for those who missed out.  \nHaving played big venues like London’s Alexandra Palace to major festivals like Y-Not\, Noasis are ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’. The headline act of Central Library’s “Oasis Week” festivities\, this top-tier tribute act will be performing in the intimate setting of the Henry Watson Music Library. \nPerforming as a three-piece for the occasion\, expect perfectly pared-back renditions of classics like “Live Forever”\, “Don’t Look Back In Anger”\, and many more. \nWith thanks to the support from the Manchester Libraries Trust\, tickets will be pay-what-you-like and available Friday 20 June @ 10am. \nAll donations warmly welcomed. \nTickets: Noasis – Live! Tickets\, Sat 19 Jul 2025 at 14:00 | Eventbrite \n  \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25. \n   
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/noasis-live/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:'Live Forever' - A Day of Oasis Music - Live!
DESCRIPTION:“Oasis Week” at Central Library will conclude with ‘Live Forever’ – a day of special Oasis-themed live sessions on Saturday 19th July.  \nThe day will begin with a little Morning Glory from the MANCHESTER STRING QUARTET performing classical renditions of Oasis hits in the Central Library Entrance (11am-12pm).\n\nThen an early afternoon performance in the Henry Watson Music Library will offer unique reimaginations of the Gallaghers’s oeuvre by the Ukulele Orchestra: STRETFORD UKE (12-12.30pm). \nThere will also be sumptuous reworkings by Manchester vocal harmony group CANTER SEMPER; rest assured Wonderwall will never have sounded so good (1-1.30pm). \nAll before a rousing headline performance by top-tier tribute act: NOASIS. Having played big venues like London’s Alexandra Palace to major festivals like Y-Not\, Noasis are ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ and will be appearing in the Music Library for an intimate\, stripped-back set especially for “Oasis Week” (2-2.45pm). \nNoasis tickets are limited and pay-what-you-like – available now HERE.  \nAll other shows are free – just drop in! \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25. \nThis event is part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust.\nFor more information\, and to secure your tickets for some of the limited-capacity events of “Oasis Week” at Central Library head to: librarylive.co.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/live-forever-a-day-of-oasis-music-live/
CATEGORIES:Music,Oasis Week
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SUMMARY:Oasis Film Night - Vote for your favourite
DESCRIPTION:Mystery Screening of an Oasis documentary – chosen by you! \nPart of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, come along to our Oasis Film Night where you choose the title. \nMany a great film has been made about the Gallagher brothers over the years\, but which is the greatest of them all? \nFrom ‘Familiar to Millions‘ to ‘Lord Don’t Slow Me Down’ to ‘Supersonic‘ and more\, every Oasis film to date has been crammed with the razor sharp quips and rock’n’roll attitude that has cemented them as one of the world’s most legendary bands. \nPresenting Oasis fans with the opportunity to vote on the night for their favourite and experience it on the big screen and soundsystem of our Performance Space\, this special Oasis Week film night promises to be a one-off opportunity to revisit a classic with fellow fans. \nEntry is Free. \nScreening at the Central Library Performance Space\, on Thursday 17th July @ 5.30pm. \n \n  \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25. \nThis event is part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust.\nFor more information\, and to secure your tickets for some of the limited-capacity events of “Oasis Week” at Central Library head to: librarylive.co.uk \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/oasis-film-night-vote-for-your-favourite/
CATEGORIES:Music,Oasis Week
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SUMMARY:New Horizons Choir Sing... OASIS!
DESCRIPTION:Part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, join us for a sensational singalong with the NEW HORIZONS CHOIR. \nLed by Tom Guest\, the choir will be offering their own innovative take on Oasis hits with their stunning vocal talents. \nA fun\, welcoming\, inclusive choir who meet for a sing every week in the Manchester Central Library\, get ready to enjoy an hour of uplifting enmasse singing of some of your favourites on the evening of Wednesday 16th July. \nSpeaking about their upcoming show\, the choir say:   “We are very excited to be part of Oasis week and hope you enjoy singing along with these brilliant Mancunian songs!” \nNew Horizons is a fun\, welcoming\, inclusive choir who meet for a sing every week in the Manchester Central Library.  They are an unauditioned choir\, so everyone is welcome to come and enjoy an hour of uplifting singing and we have a repertoire of songs from 80s pop ballads through classics and showtunes to contemporary bangers. They are primarily a singing group for well-being\, with the focus on enjoying the mental health benefits singing together can bring and they also give performances at Manchester Cathedral\, Gorton Monastery and of course Manchester Central Library. \nNew Horizons Choir sings Oasis takes place at 6pm on Wednesday 16 July.  \nFree – just drop in! \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25. \nThis event is part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust.\nFor more information\, and to secure your tickets for some of the limited-capacity events of “Oasis Week” at Central Library head to: librarylive.co.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/new-horizons-choir-sing-oasis/
CATEGORIES:Music,Oasis Week
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SUMMARY:John Robb: 'Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis' - Oasis Week Q&A
DESCRIPTION:For those in the mood for a Talk Tonight\, on 15th July\, expect to find esteemed Northern music journalist and frontman of the Membranes / Goldblade JOHN ROBB in-conversation about his brand new book ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’ at Manchester Central Library. \nPart of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, John will be appearing in-person for an intimate talk and Q&A with local tour guide and Oasis expert Joe Feeley about the book in the Henry Watson Music Library. \n‘Live Forever…’ promises a rollercoaster ride through the Gallagher brothers’ turbulent lives and the music that defined a generation. And John Robb was there every step of the way. \nIn this\, the definitive book on Britain’s biggest band\, he peels back the layers of Manchester’s best-known musical export\, revealing a tale of ambition\, ego\, talent and a whole lot of attitude. From the estates of South Manchester to the dizzying heights of global stardom\, Live Forever is a rollercoaster ride through the Gallagher brothers’ turbulent lives and the music that defined a generation. But it is also a portrait of Britain around the turn of the millennium and the cultural forces and places that shaped\, and were shaped by\, two cocksure upstarts from Burnage – from art to fashion\, and from football to politics. \nPlayful\, funny and irreverent\, and drawing on dozens of interviews and first-hand stories\, this book puts Oasis squarely in the pantheon of music royalty as the last great rock ’n’ roll stars. \nThe Q&A will be chaired by local tour guide Joe Feeley. Alongside his expert tours of Manchester city centre\, Joe also leads the legendary Rock And Goal Tour and has recently launched the Wonderwalk Oasis Tour. A musician and guide with real Oasis pedigree\, Joe grew up with the Gallaghers\, was in school with Liam and Noel\, and their families in Ireland also share history. His Wonderwalk tour offers a deep dive into Oasis’s roots and the wider Manchester music scene\, and his personal connection to the band means he has insights and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. \n \nJoe and John will be chatting about ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’ and more at Manchester Central Library on Tuesday 15 July. \nCopies will be available at the event courtesy of Blackwells\, and John will be available for signings after the event. \nTickets are free\, but any donations to the library warmly welcomed. \nTickets available from 10AM on Friday 20 June:\nJohn Robb: ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’ Q&A Tickets\, Tue\, Jul 15\, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite\n \n \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25. \nThis event is part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust.\nFor more information\, and to secure your tickets for some of the limited-capacity events of “Oasis Week” at Central Library head to: librarylive.co.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/john-robb-live-forever-the-rise-fall-and-resurrection-of-oasis-oasis-week-qa/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Music,Signing,Talks
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SUMMARY:Oasis Week: The Big Oasis Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Central Library presents… The Big Oasis Quiz. \nThis July\, the big Central Library Quiz returns for a one-off “Oasis Week” special. \nDo you know… \n\nYour Alan McGee\, from your Alan White?\nYour “Hindu Times”\, from your ‘Heathen Chemistry’?\nYour Beady Eye\, from your High Flying Birds?\n\nDefinitely? Or\, just Maybeeee? \nThen it’s time to prove you’re the ultimate Rock’n’Roll Star\, show off your Oasis knowledge\, and win fantastic prizes at our bonehead busting quiz… \nMonday 14 JULY @ 6:00pm\, at the Henry Watson Music Library. \n \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is brought to you with thanks to the Manchester Libraries Trust. Find the full programme here: https://librarylive.co.uk/event/oasis-week-rolls-into-manchester-central-library/ \n“Oasis Week” is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/oasis-week-the-big-oasis-quiz/
CATEGORIES:Music,Oasis Week
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SUMMARY:'Oasis Week' rolls into Manchester Central Library
DESCRIPTION:This Summer\, OASIS\, make their highly anticipated return to their hometown and Central Library are getting ready to Roll With It.  \nAs the Gallagher brothers prepare to rock Heaton Park\, right here in the city centre\, Central Library will be paying tribute to the legendary Manchester band with seven days of FREE festivities in its own “Oasis Week”.  \nAligning with Manchester City Council’s official MCR Live 25 celebrations taking place across the city this Summer\, the library has its own Masterplan of Oasis-themed programming\, packed with live performances from Rock’n’Roll Stars\, Supersonic film screenings\, Liam’n’Noel look-a-like competitions\, a head-shrinking Big Oasis Quiz\, and so much more.  \nWith events taking place daily from Monday 14th July\, the week will conclude with ‘Live Forever’ – a day of special Oasis-themed live sessions on Saturday 19th July.  Beginning with a little Morning Glory from the MANCHESTER STRING QUARTET performing classical renditions of Oasis hits; the following afternoon of performances in the Henry Watson Music Library will offer reimaginations by the UKULELE ORCHESTRA\, sumptuous reworkings by vocal harmony group CANTER SEMPER\, before a rousing headline performance by top-tier tribute act: NOASIS. Having played big venues like London’s Alexandra Palace to major festivals like Y-Not\, Noasis are ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ and will be appearing in the Music Library for an intimate\, stripped-back set especially for “Oasis Week”. Tickets will be pay-what-you-like and available Friday 20 June @ 10am.  \nEarlier in the week\, fans will also be able to Slide Away into the sounds of the NEW HORIZONS CHOIR who will be offering their own innovative take on Oasis hits. A fun\, welcoming\, inclusive choir who meet for a sing every week in the Manchester Central Library\, get ready to enjoy an hour of uplifting en-masse singing of some of your favourites on Wednesday 16th July. Speaking about their show\, the choir say:  \n“We are very excited to be part of Oasis week and hope you enjoy singing along with these brilliant Mancunian songs!” \nPlus\, for those in the mood for a Talk Tonight\, then on 15th July\, expect to find esteemed Northern music journalist and frontman of the Membranes / Goldblade JOHN ROBB at Central Library in-conversation about his brand new book ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’. ‘Live Forever…’ promises a rollercoaster ride through the Gallagher brothers’ turbulent lives and the music that defined a generation. John will be appearing in-person for a Q&A and book-signing event to mark its release. \nElsewhere\, the Archives+ and Sound Archives team will be digging deep into the Piccadilly Radio and Key103 audio archives and resurfacing some vintage interviews with Noel Gallagher from their 90s peak. Available to hear on the Sound & Vision pods on the ground floor of Central Library\, the Oasis sound clips will feature as part of a new Piccadilly Radio Exhibition also launching in July.  \nThroughout the week\, there will also be a screening of an Oasis film favourite – as picked by you the fans – in Central Library’s Performance Space\, a chance to test your knowledge in The Big Oasis Quiz (with some tasty prizes up for grabs)\, and show-off your swagger in our Liam’n’Noel Look-a-Like competition. \nThe full programme for “Oasis Week” at Central Library is as follows:   \n\nMon 14th July – QUIZ: The Big Oasis Quiz – with Big Oasis Prizes up for grabs!\n[6.00pm\, Henry Watson Music Library] \n\n\nTues 15th July – TALK: John Robb In-Conversation about his Oasis book ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’\n[6.30pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]   \n\n\nWed 16th July – MUSIC: New Horizons Choir performing Oasis songs  \n[6.00pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]  \n\n\nThurs 17th July – FILM: Mystery Screening of an Oasis documentary – chosen by you! [6.30pm\, Performance Space] \n\n\nFriday 18th July: COMPETITION JUDGING: Liam’n’Noel Look-a-like Competition – are you a Gallagher doppelganger?  [1.00pm\, Henry Watson Music Library] \n\n\nSat 19th July – MUSIC: Live Forever – A Day of Oasis-themed Live Sessions. Featuring:\n\n– Manchester String Quartet [11.00am – 12.00pm\, Shakespeare Hall Balcony]\n– Ukulele Orchestra [12.00pm – 12.30pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]\n– Canter Semper [1.00pm – 1.30pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]\n– Noasis (stripped-back set) [2.00pm – 2.45pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]\n \n\nIf you were one of the many who missed-out on tickets to see Oasis on their Live 25 Tour\, Don’t Look Back In Anger because there will be plenty to enjoy at Central Library during “Oasis Week” this July.  \nEveryone is welcome and best of all attendees won’t have to pay a penny for anything – yes\, It’s Good To Be FREE. \n Oasis Week is kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust and will take place at Manchester Central Library 14th-19th July 2025.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/oasis-week-rolls-into-manchester-central-library/
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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SUMMARY:Hannah Brine - Album Launch
DESCRIPTION:Singer songwriter Hannah Brine launches her debut album Blue Sky Now with a live gig at the Manchester Central Library. Inspired by the Great American Songbook\, with a voice & song writing style likened to Carole King\, Norah Jones and Rumer\, Hannah writes & performs lush ballads & lively jazz anthems\, telling tales of growth & change\, of life & loss\, all destined to be modern classics. \n“That voice\, just wonderful isn’t it” Dean Jackson\, BBC Introducing Midlands \n“The Brilliant Hannah Brine” Chris Baxter\, BBC Radio Wiltshire \n“I feel like I want to have Hannah by my side every night singing softly and then everything will be OK.” Geeta Pendse\, BBC Radio Leicester \nFree – drop in \nPlease consider making a donation to support our Library Live programme here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/hannah-brine-album-launch/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250722
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SUMMARY:Full Volume Podcast - Episode 6: Kimberly Whittam
DESCRIPTION:With Summer in full swing Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast returns for its spectacular sixth edition.  \nWith more features than the complimentary newspapers in the BIPC\, this month’s episode sees host Alan Lynch sitting down with acclaimed Manchester children’s author Kimberly Whittam. Kimberly’s new book ‘Quiet Storm’ has just been selected to be Manchester Libraries’ transition read 2025 – with 8\,000 copies of the brilliant book gifted to local pupils to help them get ready for secondary school. Set in Manchester\, ‘Quiet Storm’ tells the story of Storm who has never liked to stand out from the crowd\, and is based in part on the author’s own experiences as a quiet and sometimes shy child. Find out more in the Full Volume interview. \nFrom the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)\, representatives Louise Murphy and Ellis Quinn\, come in for a chat about their fascinating new exhibition ‘Our Lives\, Our Privacy’ which has been a popular success at Central Library in recent months. Alan takes a deep dive with the duo as they mark the 40th anniversary of the ICO with this exhibition\, and reflect on key moments in history when people’s right to privacy or access to information has been affected – positively or negatively – and the role they have played in protecting our rights. \nThere’s a finely tuned feature with the New Horizons Choir\, as choirmaster Tom and members of the group tell us about how they and Central Library have worked in perfect harmony over the years\, plus the high notes you too could hit in life as part of their community choir. \nContinuing our blockbuster ‘Branch Out’ two-part special\, Alan is joined by chair of the Manchester Libraries Trust Brendan O’Shea; Head of Libraries\, Galleries and Culture Neil MacInnes\, and Sally\, the current Manager of Chorlton Library\, who all appear on the podcast to offer their perspectives on the freshly refurbished space. \nElsewhere\, Alan and his trusty sidekick Gary Parkinson bring you all the best of What’s On across Manchester Libraries this month\, including plugs for the Board Games Club at Central Library\, a ‘Behind The Scenes Tour’\, and the Age Friendly events at Moss Side Powerhouse and Gorton Hub. Plus\, there’s a sneak preview for the highly anticipated “Oasis Week” at Central Library coming this July\, which will feature exclusive live sets\, quizzes\, Q&As\, and so much more. \n‘Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast’ takes listeners behind the shelves of our city’s much-loved libraries. Presented by the Central Library’s own Alan Lynch\, every month the podcast lifts the lid on a treasure trove of insider tips\, exclusive interviews\, book reviews\, and much more. \nReceiving rave reviews and overwhelming support from listeners\, the podcast has so far featured special guests such as celebrated author Dame Jacqueline Wilson\, plus Manchester City Council’s Head of Libraries\, Galleries\, and Culture Neil MacInnes OBE\, Manchester City Council photographer Barrie Leach speaking about his exhibition ‘Our Town Hall: Portraits of a Workforce’\, legendary Manchester artist and illustrator Stanley Chow\, Manchester’s Lord Mayor\, Councillor John Hacking\, BBC broadcaster and esteemed newspaper columnist Emma Barnett\, and more. \n‘Episode 6: Kimberly Whittam’\, the sixth episode of ‘Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast’ is on all major streaming services now.  \nTurn it up\, and tune in to Episode 6 of Full Volume – now: https://push.fm/fl/actjsf7o-80012-96971\n\nWatch out for Episode 7 in July… \nhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/09hLTcx3FdMqpXR9ehtOkC?referral=labelaffiliate&utm_source=1110l9T4fAp&utm_medium=Indie_Routenote&utm_campaign=labelaffiliate
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/full-volume-podcast-episode-6-kimberly-whittam/
CATEGORIES:Monthly event,Music,Online Event,Podcast
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250605T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20250519T091801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T092332Z
UID:11028-1749153600-1749157200@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Inspired by Libraries with Shaun Keaveny and Guy Garvey
DESCRIPTION:Manchester City of Literature and Manchester Libraries present this special Festival of Libraries event. \nJoin us at Manchester Central Library for a special one-off event featuring two of the city’s most distinctive and much-loved voices — Guy Garvey\, Mercury Prize–winning frontman of Elbow and presenter of BBC 6 Music’s Guy Garvey’s Finest Hour\, and Shaun Keaveny\, long-time BBC 6 Music broadcaster and now host of The Rock Show on BBC Radio 2 and Community Garden Radio. In this relaxed and thought-provoking conversation\, Guy and Shaun will explore themes of community\, creativity\, working-class identity\, music\, memory\, radio\, and the role that places like libraries play in shaping our cultural lives — all delivered with the humour\, warmth and honesty they’re known for. \nAbout Shaun Keaveny \nShaun Keaveny is a much-loved broadcaster whose trademark wit\, warmth and deep connection with listeners have made him one of the most distinctive voices on UK radio. He became a familiar presence to millions during his many years on BBC Radio 6 Music\, and now fronts The Rock Show on BBC Radio 2. He retired from stand-up comedy due to public demand in 2017\, and is also an enthusiastic failed musician. As the founder of the beloved Community Garden Radio\, he continues to champion great music and meaningful conversation in his own inimitable style. \nAbout Guy Garvey \nWith a career in music spanning three decades and a host of roles from renowned lyricist\, singer\, and producer to radio and TV host and soundtrack composer and producer\, Guy Garvey has left an indelible mark on the music world. With his ‘best mates’ in elbow for over 25 years\, Guy has created ten studio albums that have delivered critical acclaim\, gold and platinum albums\, UK Number Ones\, a Mercury Music Prize\, BRIT Award\, NME Award\, Mojo Award and three Ivor Novello Awards. \nGuy remains a key part of the 6 Music line-up with his ‘Guy Garvey’s Finest Hour’ a mainstay of Sunday afternoons on the station since 2007. Guy’s contribution to UK culture was recognised with the award of honorary degree from Manchester Metropolitan University for his work in the arts\, where he is also a visiting professor.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/inspired-by-libraries-with-shaun-keaveny-and-guy-garvey/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Music,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250308T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20250225T115007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T103943Z
UID:10522-1741431600-1741442400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Women's Community Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:International Women’s Day (IWD) is returning to Manchester as a celebration of women’s empowerment\, equality and contributions to the city at Manchester Central Library on Saturday 8 March. \nLed and inspired by an already significant history of pioneering women\, IWD 2025 is a chance for women across all generations and dedicated allies to come together in advancing women’s rights in Manchester and around the world. \nThe theme for this year’s celebration is ‘Accelerate Action’\, which calls on supporters of gender equality to act against systemic barriers women from all backgrounds face in their personal and professional environments. \nIn recent years\, Manchester City Council has marked IWD with a dedicated ‘Walk for Women’ event. This year\, however\, the Council has joined forces with a diverse range of women-led community organisations to co-design a different approach. \nFunding was made available for community organisations to host IWD events across the city through the annual IWD grants programme. A celebratory community-led programme of workshops\, performances and discussions has also been planned for the day itself at Manchester Central Library based around the acronym HER: Heal Encourage\, Revive. \nThe events for IWD 2025 are: \nHeal – Performance Space   \n·  Flourish Together; Mindfulness Activity for relaxation and meditation\, 11am-1pm \n·  Equal Education Chances; letter writing and positive affirmations session\, 11:20am-12:15pm \nEncouraged – Performance Space 2 and 3   \n·    Community Thriving Together; sharing personal stories and overcoming challenges\, 11am-11:50am \n·   Trailblazers;  Creating bookmarks and stitching \n·   Young Identity with Shirley May; poetry performance by Young Identity members\, 11:55am-12:15pm \n·   Flourish Together; a 30-minute fireside chat chaired by Nickala Torkington about women changemakers\, 12:20pm-12:50pm. \nRevived – Performance Space 2 and 3   \n·     Bollyfit; an exercise class inspired by multicultural dance\, 1pm-1:30pm \n·     Councillor Ermina Bell will give a closing speech about the event\, 1:35pm-1:45pm \n·      DJ set to inspire and uplift \nGlass Room/Sensory Space   \n·     Flourish Together; Bookable pop-up spa for treatments for 20 mins including Indian Head Massage in a clothed and seated setting\, 11am-2pm \nThe events on the day will be accompanied by partner stalls of specialist community organisations including Manchester Action on Street Health (MASH)\, Manchester Rape Crisis\, Fikawele African and Caribbean Mental Health\, Walksafe  and Ahmed Iqbal Ullah (AIU) RACE Centre who will be on hand to raise awareness and promote their services. \nCouncillor Erinma Bell\, Lead Member for Women\, said: “Manchester has long been a city that has championed and supported women in the fight for gender equality.    \n“It’s fantastic to see the range of creativity and innovation in the events this year for International Women’s Day with the aim of accelerating further action for women to thrive personally and professionally. “I would encourage women from all backgrounds and generations to get involved\, because there is something for everyone and to advocate for more allies join in on the celebrations and inform our priorities for advancing women’s equality this year.”   \nFor more information or to book your place visit Women’s Community Festival.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/international-womens-day-2025/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Music,Readings,Talks,Workshops,Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250122T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20250106T140232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T141325Z
UID:10059-1737532800-1737565200@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Poppycock
DESCRIPTION:Poppycock\, featuring Una Baines\, perform their album ‘Magic Mothers’ (one of Louder Than War’s Top 100 albums of 2024)\, alongside artwork by Pascal le Gras and Suzanne Smith. \nBand on stage at 6pm. \nFree – please drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/poppycock/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241218T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230126T145115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T131030Z
UID:6873-1734539400-1734548400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Hardest Music Quiz in the World!
DESCRIPTION:The Vinyl Listening Group present The Hardest Music Quiz in the World! Prizes to be won. And maybe even mince pies! All welcome. \nFree –  just drop in.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/vinyl-listening-group/
LOCATION:Chief Librarian’s Office
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240816T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240816T233000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20240703T142303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T132001Z
UID:8712-1723836600-1723851000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Silent Disco!
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN DELAYED TO A FUTURE DATE (TO BE ANNOUNCED) \nForget the weather! We’ll have no summertime sadness here. You’ll be walking on sunshine at our special Summer Silent Disco! \nYou’ve waited far too long for the return of the famous Retro Silent Disco at Central Library! It’s time to let the good vibrations take over\, celebrate summertime and spend some boogie nights at the Club Tropicana (where unfortunately\, the drinks aren’t free!). \nBut we CAN promise you 4 hours of the best summer party music from the 70’s\, 80’s\, 90’s from Mr Retro Silent Disco himself\, DJ John! \nCheck out our bargain group bundle and concessionary offers! \nConcessions (Student\, unwaged. Over 60) £7  \nGeneral Admission £10 \nGroup Ticket (4 for the price of 3) £30  
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/summer-silent-disco/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music,Party
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240816T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20240812T100619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T100619Z
UID:8897-1723816800-1723820400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Soundtrack to Your Life
DESCRIPTION:What would be your track? What’s the story behind the tune? What would be your album and what would the sleeve notes say? Come along and let us hear your special track and tell us the story of what it means to you. \nFree – just drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/soundtrack-to-your-life/
LOCATION:Chief Librarian’s Office
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240612T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20240510T111646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T111936Z
UID:8568-1718179200-1718211600@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:LYR open the Festival of Libraries 2024
DESCRIPTION:A live music performance from Poet Laureate Simon Armitage’s band LYR and local Manchester artist Jospehine Oniyama\, featuring a very special new single dedicated to libraries. \nBooking required. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in the venue\, or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/lyr-open-the-festival-of-libraries-2024/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240201T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20240116T142252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T142252Z
UID:8092-1706810400-1706815800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Probably the Hardest Music Quiz in the World!
DESCRIPTION:40 horribly hard music questions. \nGet them all right and win the Super-Duper Mega Mystery Prize! \nPlay on your own or as part of a team (max 4 members per team). \nNo need to book\, everyone welcome. \nFREE ENTRY. \nFor more info please message your quiz host: alan.lynch@manchester.gov.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/probably-the-hardest-music-quiz-in-the-world/
LOCATION:Chief Librarian’s Office
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231216T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231216T164500
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20231214T135225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T135225Z
UID:8020-1702731600-1702745100@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Reimagined City Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join us for percussion and singing workshops. Part of a weekend of International Migrant Day activities\, showcasing migrant culture through art and music. Suitable for all ages. \nFree – drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/reimagined-city-workshops/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231208T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20231018T134055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T141636Z
UID:7912-1702065600-1702072800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas with Elvis!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Rock ‘n’ Rolling Christmas Celebration with Manc Elvis and his Magical Band. \nManchester’s premier Elvis tribute act present an evening packed with greatest hits and Christmas classics to get you up and dancing all night! Including… \nThat’s Alright Mama\, Merry Christmas Baby\, Jailhouse Rock\, Santa Bring My Baby (Back to Me)\, Viva Las Vegas\, Blue Christmas\, Burning Love\, Devil in Disguise\, All Shook Up\, Wonder of You\, Suspicious Minds and loads more! \nBar open all evening. \nBook your tickets now to save £’s! \nEarly bird tickets are £6 + Eventbrite booking fee \nGroup tickets discount (4 tickets for the price of 3) are £18 + Eventbrite booking fee \nTickets on the night are £9 each.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/christmas-with-elvis/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Music,Party,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231116T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20221019T114156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T152424Z
UID:6612-1700146800-1703088000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Let's Read Music 2 - Music Theory
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to understand the structure and meaning behind a musical composition and boost your music performance? Do yo want to boost your music performance? Get to know music theory – it tells you how music works. Just bring a pencil and paper. \nEach session starts at 3pm: \n\nModes – 16 Nov\nInversions and voice leading – 30 Nov\nFunctional Harmony – 7 Dec\nNon Diatonic Music – 14 Dec\nPolyrhythms and Syncopation – 20 Dec\n\nFree – drop-in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/introduction-to-music-theory/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231104T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230928T133548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T151128Z
UID:7813-1699102800-1699106400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:3 Chord Ukulele Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informal ukulele lesson and singalong. Ukulele’s available. Beginners welcome! \nFree – please book by emailing catherine.rooney@manchester.gov.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/3-chord-ukulele-club/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231013T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230904T110044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T110044Z
UID:7737-1697184000-1697216400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Paper Piano Presents: DJ Goalpost
DESCRIPTION:Anyone who has visited the Paper Piano exhibition may have wondered who or what DJ Goalpost is. To answer that\, and to mark the end of the exhibition\, Paper Piano will be giving away a limited edition DJ Goalpost book. The book is part exploration of what an alter-ego can be\, part self-help guide and part treasure chest of memories\, past and future. The book is easily identified as it has a photo of DJ Goalpost on the front and features all the Paper Piano trademarks including a CD-R and tea cards. Numbers are extremely limited and will be available from 4pm.\n\n  \nFree – please drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/paper-piano-presents-dj-goalpost/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230919T121622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T121622Z
UID:7771-1695481200-1695484800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Declining Winter
DESCRIPTION:In association with Paper Piano\, The Declining Winter will perform in the Henry Watson Music Library\, preceding their November tour with epic45. The self-described “(un) popular music group based in West Yorkshire” creates ethereal\, spacious arpeggiated music and unique live experiences. \nYorkshire based The Declining Winter are led by Richard Adams\, the co-founder of the Domino Records group Hood. They are purveyors of a unique form of pastoral pop taking in influences from lo-fi\, electronica and post rock with a strong visual aesthetic inspired by the countryside of Yorkshire and beyond. Their latest album ‘Really Early\, Really Late’ has been universally praised and compared to the likes of Talk Talk and Bark Psychosis. \nFree – please drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/the-declining-winter/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230919T122123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T133150Z
UID:7776-1695466800-1695470400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Morning Music Performances
DESCRIPTION:We will be joined by two very different local artists for some short musical performances. One is a young acoustic guitar student working toward grade exams\, who will give her first live performance ever. The other is an experienced composer of experimental rock/pop music\, an enthusiastic live performer and a library regular: \nSteve Manning aka Jupiter Canal System\, or JCS for short\, is a songwriter who lives in the heart of Cheshire. His craft is heavily influenced by his love of the New Wave era of the late 70s and early 80s\, often paying homage to the aggression of The Jam\, the controversy of The Stranglers and the wit of XTC. Despite trying to sonically replicate the genre\, Steve does try and remain original with his song writing\, especially lyrically and melodically. He is currently working on his 5th album and today he will be singing along to backing tracks which he has recorded and produced himself. \nFree – please drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/morning-music-performances/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230812T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T000000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230809T084251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T084251Z
UID:7511-1691798400-1691798400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Silence is Golden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for live music from local artists on Saturday afternoon. \nThis summer the Henry Watson Music Library plays host to a special guest – Yamaha’s SILENT Piano™. \nAs part of a new collaboration between Yamaha and selected libraries across the UK\, the Henry Watson Music Library hosts a SILENT Piano™ across the summer months. An acoustic piano enhanced with Yamaha’s most advanced silencing technology\, we invite you to escape to your own musical universe with the SILENT Piano™ when you visit the library. Enjoy the expressivity\, response and feel of an acoustic piano but without disturbing others and without distraction. You might be new to the piano\, or perhaps it’s been a while since you played\, or maybe you’re an artist looking to unleash your creativity at any opportunity. Whatever your motivations we invite you to visit the Henry Watson Music Library and transport yourself to another sound world with the SILENT Piano™ \nuk.yamaha.com #YamahaSilenceisGolden \nFree – drop in \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/silence-is-golden/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230713T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230622T143053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T112503Z
UID:7343-1689235200-1689267600@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Paper Piano Presents: Opening Night
DESCRIPTION:This is the first “Paper Piano Presents” event to mark the exhibition in the Henry Watson Music Library. As part of the opening night visitors will have the opportunity to listen to Paper Piano’s back catalogue including rare tracks from The Oreoh!s\, The Declining Winter and SPIRIT:level. There will be the chance to purchase limited art works by DJ Goalpost as well as picking up one of his free badges. Mark Hoyle (Dub Sex\, Dumb\, SPIRIT:level) will also be making an appearance to read some of his poems published by Paper Piano Press.  \nFree – please drop in \nPlease support our Library Live Programme\, if you can\, by donatng via the cash or contactless donation points in the venue or online \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/paper-piano-presents-mark-hoyle/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230621T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230621T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230526T103202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T151428Z
UID:7259-1687341600-1687375800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Make Music Day
DESCRIPTION:The Henry Watson Music Library will again host a small festival as part of this international annual celebration of music. A variety of artists of many different styles will perform short sets (around 20 minutes) throughout the day\, leading to a final full performance and presentation by Manchester International Roots Orchestra. It’s always a really good day of enjoying the joys of music! \nFree – just drop in – please consider making a donation to support our Library Live 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/make-music-day/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230611T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230611T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T040507
CREATED:20230606T130822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T132709Z
UID:7256-1686493800-1686497400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:MIRO - Performance
DESCRIPTION:Manchester International Roots Orchestra return\, to perform on our Sunday Funday as part of the Festival of Libraries\, bringing together musicians\, instruments and musical traditions from all parts of the globe\, to perform both original and traditional pieces\, MIRO is always brilliant and offers a chance to experience something unique. \nThere will also be a brief talk on the Global Folk Instruments Heritage Project\, a collaboration between MIRO\, the Henry Watson Music Library and the Royal Northern College Of Music. This project explores and examines musical cultures and instruments from different times and locations and will yield documentaries\, performances\, educational sessions\, written pieces and more over the coming years. \nFree – just drop in – please consider making a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme if you can\, either online or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/miro-performance/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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