A season of gigs, events and workshops Sept – Dec 2014
Hothouse favourites Moulettes return!
01524 831997
info@moremusic.org.uk
moremusic.org.uk
Hello! Speaking at the International Society of Music Education in Brazil in July, I was so proud to tell people about the work we do here in Morecambe; of the great shows that take place upstairs at The Hothouse, of the inspirational engagement projects that create new music and opportunities and of the dedicated and skilled staff who work throughout the year for More Music. We are seen as an inspirational model of community music and in this brochure you will see just a glimpse of that work with a short season of performances in the building that starts our relationship with Bury Met and the ‘Smaller Rooms’ touring scheme. We are a charity that believes that culture can transform lives and we work to support young people and adults who are often living in very challenging circumstances. Come down to The Hothouse, make music, listen to music, find the music in yourself!
Artistic Director, More Music
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Community Open Day and West End Fun Palace
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
Saturday 4 October 1pm – 4pm We’re part of Fun Palaces 2014, a free, nationwide celebration of arts, culture and sciences. It’s also our Community Open Day so come down for performances, workshops, live music and science, plus find out more about what we do.
Tickets FREE moremusic.org.uk/westendfunpalace
With One Voice Saturday 18 October 9.30am - 2pm Join inspirational choir leader Anni Tracy for a day of learning and singing songs from South Africa. You can help create the brand new ‘Township Cafe Choir’ to perform with The Soil, who are an acapella singing group from Soweto, at the Afrovibes festival at The Dukes Theatre on 3 and 4 November. Don’t worry, there’s no experience necessary as it’s all taught by ear. Afrovibes is a biennial festival of moremusic.org.uk/withonevoice
contemporary South African theatre dance and music.
Tickets £10
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Flaunt It Cabaret Flaunt It Cabaret is suitable for people with a learning disability and designed to be interactive and inclusive. Everyone is welcome. Hosted by Boogie Bill Roberts, each event features different guest performers presenting a range of live music and entertainment for you to sing and play along to. Free tea, coffee and cake are provided.
Tickets Tickets £6/Support workers free
1.30pm - 3.30pm Tuesday 14 October with Astral Circus (pictured) Tuesday 11 November with Beat Artistes and The Beathovens Wheelchair accessible
Hothouse Ceilidh With Carrie on Dancing Saturday 1 November 7.30pm Carrie On Dancing is an Edinburgh based ceilidh band, playing ceilidh standards along with some more unusual dances. Carrie and is joined by Kath Bruce on keys. Together they guarantee you a footstomping party!
Tickets £7 / £5 in advance £8 / £6 on the door
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moremusic.org.uk/carrie-on-dancing
Stages Live Friday 24 October 7pm Friday 5 December 7pm Two great Stages Live gigs by talented young musicians and songwriters. It’s a great night of live music and an opportunity for young people to get involved in all aspects of professional live music events.
Tickets £4 (£3 concessions)
The Next Stage Thursday 16 October 2pm-10pm A Music Industry Day organised by More Music, Un-Convention and Lancaster & Morecambe College. Want to know more about a career in the music industry? We’ve teamed up with global music network Un-Convention and LMC to bring together a panel of music industry professionals to answer your questions. Young bands and musicians will also have the chance to showcase their talents for a talent scout from a www.moremusic.org.uk/thenextstage2014
major record label.
Tickets Workshop tickets £3 Ages 12-25
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More Music and Smaller Rooms present
Keston Cobblers’ Club Saturday 18 October 8pm With beautiful harmonies, an oom-pah tuba line and a mish-mash of accordion, guitar, banjo, piano, harmonica and mandolin, the Keston Cobblers’ Club make music that will make you dance until your shoes wear out.
Tickets £8 / £6 in advance £10 / £8 on the door moremusic.org.uk/kestoncobblersclub
More Music, Lancaster Jazz Festival and Jazz North present
A Dread Supreme Sunday 16 November 8pm A band with roots in Jamaican music and British and American Jazz, and a commitment to breaking down musical barriers and defying categorisations with integrity, spirit and musicality.
Tickets £10 / £7 in advance £11 / £8 on the door moremusic.org.uk/adreadsupreme
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“One of the best new discoveries I’ve made” Steve Lamacq, BBC Radio 6 Music
Nizlopi Saturday 22 November 8pm Nizpoli are known for energetically getting the crowd involved in their gigs. Their emotionally charged performances can involve inviting audience members to join them or even joining the dance floor to sing and play unplugged. Their second single ‘JCB’ went to Number 1 in the UK charts at Christmas in 2005.
Tickets All tickets £12 in advance / £14 on the door moremusic.org.uk/nizlopi
“‘Everything I know about live performance I learned from them’ Ed Sheeran (ex-roadie to Nizlopi)
More Music and Smaller Rooms present
Moulettes Sunday 7 December 8pm Moulettes were one of our highlights last season with a brilliant sell out gig in May. Since then, they have released their album, Constellations, to critical acclaim. Their appearance at The Hothouse promises a punchy gig with overwhelmingly beautiful songs. Buy your tickets early, as they will sell out fast.
Tickets £10 / £7 in advance £12 / £9 on the door “Divine harmonies…Orchestral folk at its very finest.” ***** Time Out
moremusic.org.uk/moulettes
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Light Up The Streets Friday 7 November Lancaster Arts City presents Light Up The Streets, a spectacular First Friday event of light and sound illuminating the landmarks and hidden corners of the city. More Music are producing two main events at the Judges Lodgings (images by John Fox, music by Pete Moser and Dan Fox) and Sun Square (images by Illuminos, music by Soweto Kinch) Light Up The Streets is part of Light Up Lancaster, a two-day event that includes the annual firework display at Lancaster Castle on Saturday 8 November.
Tickets FREE
moremusic.org.uk/lightupthestreets2014
Listening, Hearing & Understanding: The Roots Of True Virtuosity Sunday 9 November 11am – 5pm Find new ways to develop your creative music making with Loose Tubes founder member Steve Berry (Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, Chetham’s School of Music, Royal Northern College of Music). Extend your repertoire of skills and knowledge for working with young people with a focus on creating original and inspiring content rather than virtuosic skill. This workshop is aimed at musicians, music teachers and facilitators with a passion for education.
Tickets £25 Book your place online at moremusic.org.uk/steve-berry
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With Steve Berry
10th Annual West End Lantern Festival Wednesday 10 December 6pm Wrap up in your warmest clothes and join hundreds of people, carrying unique hand-made glowing lanterns to light up Morecambe’s West End. Follow the bands and street performers on a magical procession and sing carols with the choir - what better way to welcome the festive season? Sign up to our e-mailing list to find out about Lantern Making Workshops in the run up to the festival.
Tickets FREE moremusic.org.uk/lantern-festival2014
West End Christmas Market Sunday 30 November 12pm - 8pm Christmas starts here, with a visit to Santa, lantern making workshops, competitions and activities for children. Local traders, amongst others will provide range of festive stalls in and around the Hothouse with gift ideas for all ages, including crafts and traders. Hot food, mulled wine and Christmas carols will all add to the Yuletide spirit.
moremusic.org.uk/christmas-market2014
Tickets FREE
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Coming soon in 2015…
Troyka Saturday 28 February
Emily Barker and The Red Clay Halo
Featuring Kit Downes on keys. A
Saturday 28 March
visceral mash-up of rock, jazz and
BAFTA award winner Emily
dance music, Troyka have been
Barker is a compelling singer-
described as ‘three of the most
songwriter, who blends classical,
important jazz musicians we have
rock, country and folk influences
in this country’ by Jamie Cullum.
to stunning effect.
You can buy Hothouse gig tickets in the following ways...
Phone More Music on 01524 831997or Brewery Arts Centre on 01539 725133.
Online Via our official ticket agents breweryarts.co.uk or follow the links for the individual gigs from moremusic.org.uk
In person The Hothouse, Brewery Arts Centre, Morecambe Visitor Information Centre
Want to know what’s on? Download the free Arts City listings app, search your app store for Lancaster Arts City An easier way to discover local arts events in Lancaster, Morecambe and the district www.artscity.co.uk
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Visiting Us
Hire the Hothouse for your event, gig or party The Hothouse is a fully accessible building with a 220 capacity venue space, available to book (including PA equipment) for events, parties and gigs. There are rooms available downstairs to use for band rehearsals, meetings and spaces for teaching, including one with an interactive multimedia whiteboard. We also have a recording studio .
For more information call us on 01524 831997.
How to find us Public Transport: The last train from Morecambe is 22:55. Buses run throughout the evening with the last one to Lancaster being the 2A at 00:38. Ample on street parking. Directions available on the website. Satnav: LA3 1QT
We are here
To plan your journey why not use www.traveline.info and use our postcode LA3 1QT as your end destination.
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Events: Autumn 2014 OCTOBER 4
Community Open Day and West End Fun Palace
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Flaunt It Cabaret
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The Next Stage: Music Industry Day
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With One Voice
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Keston Cobblers’ Club
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Stages Live
NOVEMBER 1
Hothouse Ceilidh with Carrie On Dancing
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Light Up The Streets
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Listening, Hearing and Understanding with Steve Berry
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Flaunt It Cabaret
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A Dread Supreme
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Nizlopi
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West End Christmas Market
DECEMBER 5
Stages Live
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Moulettes
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10th Annual Lantern Festival
Half Price tickets for all gigs 20 tickets are available for people with an LA3 and LA4 postcode. First come first served. Proof of address required when purchasing tickets.
Make Music We run a varied weekly programme of music sessions for all ages and abilities during termtime. Pick up a leaflet or visit moremusic.org.uk for details
More Music is a community music and education charity based at The Hothouse in Morecambe, with 21 years experience delivering workshops, training, performances and festivals across the district, region and beyond! More Music seeks to build confidence and spirit in individuals and communities through the arts, especially music. facebook.com/More.Music1 @MoreMusic1
More Music The Hothouse 13-17 Devonshire Road, Morecambe, LA3 1QT Call: 01524 831997 Email: info@moremusic.org.uk
moremusic.org.uk Photography by Graham Wynne, Darren Andrews and Phil Keen. Design by HotfootDesign.co.uk. More Music is an accredited Arts Award Centre. Company Reg. 4189582 | Charity Reg. 1097929 All events are held at More Music unless otherwise stated. All information is correct at time of going to print.