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PARTY IN THE CITY FRIDAY 17 MAY

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WELCOME TO PARTY IN THE CITY 2019 The city comes alive for a night of free music and entertainment. Featuring hundreds of performances on Friday 17 May from 6pm until late. Enjoy folk, rock, classical, jazz, acoustic, swing and soul – and it’s all for free! Opening the night is Pitch Invasion with a chorus of more than 80 performers taking to Kingston Parade (see below).

of Bath’s most special buildings which are opening late especially for Party in the City.

The party continues in spaces including Queen Square, SouthGate and Parade Gardens where you can enjoy a leisurely picnic or dance the night away. Soak up the music and atmosphere in some

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PITCH INVASION Festival Commission

With huge thanks to our sponsors SouthGate Bath and Bath BID, and to the venues and performers, who all help make this community event a very special night for Bath. Friday 17 May From 5pm – late Various venues in Bath City Centre Free Event

Inspired by the sounds and songs from the terraces at Bath City FC, composer Omar Shahryar and choreographer Deepraj Singh have worked with St Michael’s Junior Church School, Roundhill Primary School, Action on Hearing Loss Educational Day Services, and the football club to create an all-singing, all-dancing celebration of the things that make us different and the things that unite us. Hear their chorus, and cheer along with them at their special performance to open Party in the City. Pitch Invasion is funded by Trevor Osborne Charitable Trust and Joyce Fletcher Charitable Trust.

MOLES AND PARTY IN THE CITY 19.00 – 22.00 FAREBROTHER With a sound similar to the likes of early Catfish and the Bottlemen, The Amazons and The Pale White, Farebrother’s ambitious efforts are certainly making a noise in the underground, upcoming indie scene. With songs laced with riproaring riffs and powerful vocals, this Bath quartet are already constructing a sound, big enough and loud enough to fill large venues.

The tight quartet appear to have a knack for playing to their strengths in punching guitar solos, curating a very striking and polished ambience fit for large venues. 14+, under 16’s to be accompanied by an adult. 22.00 – 04.00 RAVE NEW WORLD | PARTY IN THE CITY OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY! After another amazing evening of great live music at Party In The City 2019, join us at Moles for the Official After Party from 10pm. Entry is FREE before 11pm. Tom Maddicott & Remy Melee bring you back to the golden ages of dance music for RAVE NEW WORLD! 18+

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EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re heading out to Party in the City with family or friends why not sample some of the delicious festival food and drink on offer? Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find our Bath Festival bars open all evening in Parade Gardens and Queen Square serving everything from beer and west country cider to juice and mineral water. There will also street food at both venues. Choose from freshly cooked dishes such as chilli squid, charcoal grilled chicken or Tandoori burgers, from traders catering for meat eaters, vegetarians and vegans. And for a sweet treat, why not visit the Ice Cream Box in Queen Square for salted caramel ice cream, or blackcurrant sorbet.

PARTY ON! New for 2019 SouthGate Bath, The Bath BID, Bath Festivals and SparkFest bring the streets alive all day, every day for the duration of the Festival with pop-up stages throughout the city, live music and surprises. Look out for announcements and more on our social media channels.

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17 - 26 MAY 2019

HIGHLIGHTS The Bath Festival’s 2019 is a celebration of music and literature with a diverse programme of more than 120 events over ten days in May. Check out some highlights!

JO BRAND 18 May | 11am - 12pm Assembly Rooms | £12.50 (excl. fees)

MAHAN ESFAHANI, HARPSICHORD 18 May | 5pm - 7pm St Swithin’s Church | £26 (excl. fees)

MARK KERMODE AND THE DODGE BROTHERS 18 May | 8pm - 10pm Assembly Rooms | £15 (excl. fees)

PENGUIN CAFE 24 May | 8pm Bath Pavilion | £22 (excl. fees)

LANKUM 19 May | 7.30pm Komedia | £22.50 (excl. fees)

CONCERT FOR THE PEOPLE OF BATH 23 May | 7.30pm - 10pm The Forum | £15 - £38 (excl. fees)

CHINEKE! 25 May | 7.30pm - 9.30pm The Forum | £15 - £36 (excl. fees)

APPARAT 26 May | 8pm Komedia | £25 (excl. fees)

OUR PLANET 24 May | 8pm - 9.15pm Assembly Rooms | £10 (excl. fees)

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18.50 - 19.10

22.45 - 23.00

BATH ALL-COMERS’ ORCHESTRA

Bath All Comers Orchestra, based in Bath, is open to all providing an invaluable opportunity to gain or expand experience in orchestral playing. 19.30 - 19.50

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY CHOIR Acoustic

Alternative

Big Band Orchestral

Choral

Join the students of Bath Spa University for one of the unmissable choral events of the opening night of The Bath Festival. 20.10 - 20.30

BATH CHORAL SOCIETY

Indie Rock

Jazz Blues

Bath Choral Society has been one of Bath’s premier choirs since its formation in 1887. It is a lively and excellent choir that performs large-scale classical and choral concerts throughout the year.

Poetry

20.50 - 21.10

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BROOSE

Broose established himself in Texas, as an in uential singer songwriter, collaborating with bands such as pop poppins and TOOMuchTV. Broose will be performing some well loved originals from his accomplished solo catalogue. 19.00 - 19.30

Brokecove are an alternative pop duo who have earned their reputation as a talented band to look out for. From live gigs to studio sessions and more, they continue to touch fans around the world with their distinct, atmospheric and enjoyable musical style. 19.45 - 20.15

CHLOE MERILLA TYGHE

Chloe Merilla Tyghe is a singer-songwriter who makes music that is evocative, moving and romantic. Chloe will be performing from her recent debut album release, Cruel Girl, a collection of personal and hear elt songs which reveal a raw honesty & clearly express a love of film music. 20.30 - 21.00

THE MAN IN WASHINGTON

The Man In Washington is Chris Yeoh, a singer-songwriter who makes music about folk tales and urban legends. Using overlapping media, he sings of the unsolved mysteries that haunt the pages of human history.

2 Alfred Street Literature Lounge 18.15 - 19.15

APPLES AND SNAKES PRESENTS: BATH SCRATCH PERFORMANCE! Join us for an hour of wonderful words from our resident scratch group of poets and writers. We meet monthly at The Bell back bar to share and explore performance poetry. Featuring headline sets from the sublime Thommie Gillow (previous Bard of Bath and Hammer and Tongue host) and rising star of spoken word Saili Katebe. 20.00 - 21.00

CIDER-HOUSE ROUNDERS

Born from bluegrass sessions in the Bath and Bristol area, CiderHouse Rounders are a traditional string band playing foot-stompin’ American Old Time music - fiddle tunes and songs from the rugged Appalachian mountain region.

3 Assembly Rooms 18.00 - 18.30

BATH PHILHARMONIA AND B NES YOUNG CARERS

B&NES Young Carers Sound it Out’ with Bath Phil’s Creative Learning Team and Bath Community Gospel Choir in an awe-inspiring performance celebrating their caring role.

Fine purveyors of boogie woogie and jump blues the Harlem Rhythm Cats guarantee to have you hip-shakin’ & toe-tapping with our infectious groove of Boogie and Blues spanning from the early days of the genre right up to the present day. Come along but make sure you bring your dancing shoes!

6 Belushi’s 19.00 - 19.45

A BAND NAMED BRIAN

Some say he’s the next Dylan others Zebedee - but he’s actually... Brian. Expect witty, erudite and thought-provoking songs lengthy introductions vocal gymnastics and low-fi guitar work. Above all, you WILL be entertained! 20.10 - 20.55

MIGHTY DYNAMITE

Eclectic, vibrant mix of rock and pop interpretations, old and new, and original material, with our own distinctive sound, what’s not to like? We won’t stop you dancing!

Mighty Dynamite play crowdpleasing, 90s indie rock originals. As Radstock’s Wunderbar put it, These guys have got the songs .

21.30 - 22.15

Magpie are a new local covers band, playing a mix of rock, soul and pop from artists as varied as Stevie Wonder, Kate Bush, Foo Fighters, Erasure, Frankie Valli, The Cure, Amy Winehouse and many more.

KES SOUL

KES Soul are a vibrant group of young instrumentalists and singers who perform energetic sets of contemporary pop, funk, soul and latin arrangements in addition to original compositions.

4 Bath Brewhouse 19.00

BROKECOVE

HARLEM RHYTHM CATS

Originally hailing from the midlands but now living in Bristol, Drew plays an acoustic combination of soul, funk and general easy listening, feel good music. With an utterly superb voice and sharp, modern style, he’s emerging as an artist to watch in the year ahead.

A familiar face on the Bath music scene, Justin’s music is based on guitar rock but takes in genres including surf, drum and bass, funk, grunge and more. With a new album of songs designed to be played live, a Queen-style stamp stamp clap’ is encouraged.

A superb, ultra-tight indie band playing a cocktail of feel-good funk, roots, and wild blues. A fascinating mash up of beats and styles are wrapped around soulful vocals, playful lyricism and enormous choruses. This band could be the sleeper hit of the festival.

5 Bath Pizza Company (Green Park Brasserie) F

BROKEN BONES MATILDA If you’ve ever wondered what it would sound like if Nick Cave wrote songs for Fleetwood Mac, the answer might just lie in Broken Bones Matilda. 20.40 - 21.10

SAVVY SOUL

High energy mix of genres reminiscent of the R&B soul funk era, performed with a rock avour. Smooth soulful vocals, gritty bluesy guitar, backed by the powerhouse of Savvy’s rhythm section. Simply something to behold. 21.20 - 21.50

THE BINDEROS

Blues jazz trio playing tunes from Gill Scott Heron, Miles Davis, to Jack Bruce & Robben Ford. With our own tunes too. We never play them the same way twice! 22.00 - 22.30

7 Blowout Sax 19.45 – 22.30

The world famous Blowout Sax School Bath will be opening its doors for an entertaining evening of live music playing the saxophone classics like Baker Street and One Step Beyond as well as students playing house and reggae tracks too.

8 Boston Tea Party

JON POLLARD

Jon Pollard plays a unique selection of great songs from bands as diverse as Crosby Stills & Nash, Bowie and Led Zeppelin. With the added depth of harmonica, looping and lead guitar playing, he is more than just a man with a guitar. 19.45 - 20.15

ANDY QUICK

20.00 - 20.30

MAGPIE

19.00 - 19.30

USTIN TOWELL

21.00 – 23.00

BLOWOUT SAX

DREW HALL

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21.15 - 22.00

ROSINA KERI

Rosina combines her witty and passionate lyrics and experiments with a harmonic and emotive style while portraying a melancholic ambience that re ects both her bohemian and spirited character. 20.30 - 21.00

ZOE NEWTON

Zoe Newton is a singersongwriter based in Bristol. Her intimate performance leads you through a stream of country-infused acoustic songs about love, life, and heartbreak.

9 BRSLI 17.00 – 19.00 A F An acoustic two hours: first, lyrical, folk-rock music with a nod and a wink to Paul Simon and James Taylor, performed by Barry Lane and the Fridge Mechanics, then an hour of favourite singalong songs of the last 60 years with Now and Then – interspersed with thought-provoking poetry from David Punter.

10 Burdalls Yard 18.00 – Late P Burdall’s Yard will be joining the party with a host of musical acts – drop in and be entertained by what we have on offer.

THE DELTICS

The Deltics play high tempo 60’s R&B. With a howling harp, twangy guitar & cool keys si ng on top of rumbling bass and drums. Your feet won’t stop all night!

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11 Central Unite Reform Church 18.00 - 18.40

B&NES CANTILENA CHOIR & WOODWIND ENSEMBLE

The B&NES Hub provides a wide variety of ensemble and performing opportunity for all age ranges, from 5 – 21. The senior groups regularly perform at Music for Youth Finals in Birmingham, Mid Somerset Festival, Residential Music Courses and regular concert tours abroad. 19.00 - 19.20

There is something for everyone in our repertoire: we perform songs to a high standard from all over the world, delivered with joy and verve!

Ramshackle Orchestra is a multigenerational string band providing a pla orm for players of all ages and abilities. They perform an eclectic repertoire of Celtic folk, gypsy tunes, Klezmer laments, Balkan dances and contemporary roots music. CL

CARLOS ALONSO TENOR Our regular tenor-doctor from Bath. 21.40 - 22.00

20.00 – 01.00 JB P Green Park Station becomes party central with Green Park Brasserie hosting lively jazz, funk, soul & swing with Gavin Lazarus and GHQ playing the historic booking hall. Alfresco acts will play outside at Bath Pizza Co under the old train station canopy.

16 Green Par Station 18.00 - 20.00

The musicians of Kingswood School take to the stage again to entertain you with an evening of disco & dance! Featuring Kingswood Jazz Orchestra and vocalists from across the school.

RAMSHACKLE ORCHESTRA

21.00 - 21.20

19.20 - 19.40

KINGSWOOD SCHOOL

SOUNDING IT OUT

20.20 - 20.40

15 Green Park Brasserie

ROCK CHOIR

Rock Choir is the UK’s top contemporary choir, with over 28,000 members. Rock Choir has been based in Bath for the last 9 years and brings local people together through the love of music and singing.

18.00

PITCH INVASION FESTIVAL COMMISSION

Inspired by the sounds and songs from the terraces at Bath City FC, composer Omar Shahryar and choreographer Deepraj Singh have worked with St Michael’s Junior Church School, Roundhill Primary School, Action on Hearing Loss EDS, and the football club to create an allsinging, all-dancing celebration of the things that make us different and the things that unite us. Hear their chorus, and cheer along with them at their special performance to open Party in the City. Pitch Invasion is funded by Trevor Osborne Charitable Trust and Joyce Fletcher Charitable Trust.

18 Komedia

12 Chapel Arts 18.00 – 22.00

17 Kingston Parade

18.00 - 18.30

BA1 RECORDS SHOWCASE Bath College presents an acoustic showcase from some of the best up and coming young musicians from Bath and the surrounding area.

DOROTHY COLEBORN SCHOOL OF DANCING

Dance of all genres, including hip hop, contemporary and tap, performed by the students of The Dorothy Coleborn School of Dancing in Bath.

13 Christ Church

18.50 - 19.20

18.00 - 18.30

Now performing with a live band, 20 year old, Bristol-based singer-songwriter RVBY, is fast becoming one of the most exciting pop talents in the country, having worked alongside Nigel Butler (One Direction, Alesha Dixon) & Ed Seed (guitarist & MD for Dua Lipa) on her debut singles.

RVBY

JERROME RECORDERS

Listen to and enjoy the sounds of many different sizes of recorder – from the large contrabass standing at 6ft tall down to the small sopranino. 18.45 - 19.15

THE CHANDOS SINGERS The chamber choir performs plainsong to texts including Hebrew magic (illegal text to sacred music) and Biblical restrictions about dress, with se ngs from the Aeneid by Josquin and Lassus. 19.30 - 20.00

FIERY DRAGON COMPANY Performing the compositions of Anne Gregson, we play lyrical, melodic music which fits in the unusual space between folk and classical from a group of talented and committed musicians. 20.15 - 20.45

EAGLE ALLEY

A three part vocal harmony group based around Bath, our songs are mostly traditional with some self-penned. We aim for power with expressiveness and we do love a good chorus! 21.00 - 21.30

BATH CITY UBILEE WAITS

The Bath City Jubilee Waits plays a mix of folk and traditional music on acoustic instruments. The emphasis is on a cheerful sound!

JAZZ IN THE CROSS BATH

Bathe in the natural thermal waters of the historic Cross Bath, while listening to jazz classics. Numbers restricted, free tickets available with returnable deposit of £10 by calling 01225 33 1234.

THE MAITREE EXPRESS

The Maitree Express is an 8 piece band from Bath Bristol gaining a following for their unique, original and soulful sound which draws inspiration from upbeat reggae, ska, swing, hip hop and music guaranteed to get you dancing. 20.30 - 21.00

MAKE FRIENDS

Make Friends is a dynamic four piece dispensing progressive indie-pop, laid with infectious grooves, big crowd sing-along choruses and ethereal washes of glacial guitar - all driving forward their truly original big-stage festival sound. 21.30 - 22.15

BITE THE BUFFALO

Bite The Buffalo are back with their third studio album Bad Habits’ and the brother duo are set to return to Komedia for their biggest show to date at The Bath Festival.

19 Komedia Café Stage 18.30 - 18.50

14 Cross Bath 15.30, 16.45 & 18.00

19.40 - 20.10

MARK LAURENCE

A former student of Bath’s successful School of Rock, Mark has performed his eclectic mix of covers from the 80’s, 90’s and today around the local Open Mic circuit.

22 Museum of Bath at Work

20.15 - 20.45

The evolution of inspirational Hip Hop is in the safe hands of STAY HUNGRY. Their soon to be released EP proves the hype that surrounded them since they emerged onto the Bristol music and festival scene. Their signature style seamlessly combines Alex’s raw vocal style with Theo’s honest and o-ectic rap.

18.30

CitySound has about 30 members who sing everything from Byrd to Bowie. Ruth McKibbin, our Australian-born conductor, inspires us with her experience as an operatic soloist and teacher.

20.10 - 20.30

23 Museum of Bath Stone

STAY HUNGRY

SCOTT LAVENE

Born in Essex, Scott Lavene was raised on ballads, punk and swearing. Through years of trial, tribulation & bewilderment Scott has emerged with a smashing collection of twisted pop songs with nods to Ian Dury, Talking Heads & Father John Misty gaining support from the likes of Steve Lamacq en-route. 21.00 - 21.20

Hailing from Bristol, Javeon carved his early career via the dance scene featuring on tracks from Julio Bashmore, Le Youth & Cyril Hahn as well as releasing solo material on PMR Records in 2011 & has since become a standout in Bristol’s urban scene with his unique brand of R&Bass.

20 Milsom Place A

GILMORE N JAZ

Gilmore & Jaz are an acoustic guitar duo who play in their own beautiful style based loosely around 1930’s 40’s 50’s Parisian gypsy jazz. Gilmore n Jaz make easy listening for all to travel the world within their music to whisk you away to grand, romantic, European cities, tavernas, tapas and bistro bars and then to relax on sunny, tropical, beaches to enjoy the sunshine, sip cocktails in the spirit of a paradise island. 19.30 - 20.00

SMALLFRY

Popular acoustic numbers to put a smile on your face and a spring in your step. Some you’ll know, some you won’t - but we think you’ll love them all! 20.15 - 20.45

FOXWELL-COLLINS

For jazz infused with soul, look no further than Foxwell-Collins bringing you jazz with a hear elt intensity drawn from the duo’s musical background in gospel, blues and soul. 21.00 - 21.30

Kitchen sink improvisations from ethnic art duo. 19.30

DISTANT OBJECTS

Noisy improvised beat for now people.

18.00

MONKTON JAZZ

Monkton Jazz Band have been playing together for the last few years in venues in and around Bath. They mainly play jazz and funk from Herbie Hancock through to James Brown and John Coltrane. 19.00

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JAVEON

18.45 - 19.15

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THE RHYTHM COALITION

Signe is a Norwegian singer-songwriter whose wish is to draw the listener into her little world of experiences, observations and emotions. With a characteristic voice, through melodic alternative pop songs, she keeps sharing her stories. 20.00

GUILLEM MITCHEL

Guillem Mitchel is a Catalan singer-songwriter originally from Barcelona and currently based in Bath, UK. In his songs, vocals and guitar blend in a beautiful musical dialogue in uenced by pop, folk and classical music. His intimate style is a mixture of delicacy, passion and musical craft. 21.00

JIM BLACKMAN

21 Museum of Bath Architecture 18.30 - 19.00

BISHOPSTON WIND QUINTET

Bristol-based Bishopston wind quintet ( ute, oboe, clarinet, horn and bassoon) plays accessible and tuneful chamber music, mostly from the 20th century. 19.10 - 19.40

25 No 1 The Royal Crescent 18.00 - 18.20

CHLOE MERILLA TYGHE

Chloe’s music is evocative, moving & romantic. It draws on the likes of artists such as Bat for Lashes, Lou Rhodes, Jeff Buckley & London Grammar. Chloe has been playing the piano from the age of four and began writing songs in her early teens. Her debut album Cruel Girl, reveals a raw honesty and clearly expresses a love of film music whilst displaying a collection of personal and hear elt songs.

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RUH CHOIR

18.45 - 19.15

ALAN BOWMAN

Experience the unique and fascinating sound world of the double bass, with music inspired by jazz and ceilidh. Featuring live looping, improvisation and bass percussion. 19.20 - 19.40

THICKET VALLEY

We are an acoustic group from the Wellow Valley Bath. We play blues, bluegrass and Americana. We also perform our own songs. All songs are vocal with harmonies. 20.00 - 20.30

Yalla! Like-minded musicians from three continents join together for one night only for a celebratory musical feast of original songs and improvisation. 20.45 - 21.15

Somerset duo The Portraits have performed at Glastonbury and been championed by Clare Balding on Radio 2. Their worldly songs mix Anglo-Irish harmonies, upbeat catchy tunes and themes of understanding and unity. 21.30 - 22.00

ROCK N ROLL ANGELS

RnRA launched their debut album Peaceful in 2018 with a series of intimate concerts in the Bristol and Bath area. The album has been described as beautiful balladry meets country soul’.

26 Parade Gardens 18.00 - 18.20

PRIOR PARK SCHOOL BIG BAND With swing hits from the 30’s to the rock classics of today. Directed by David Sackett. 18.40 - 19.00

DANNY MCMAHON

19.20 - 19.40

AGENT PHILBY & THE FUNTANS

Wade Merritt is an original artist with an incomparable style and warm tone. His set will include a variety of contrasting songs he has written over the last few years. 20.00 - 20.20

19.40 - 20.00

The High Points are an indie-funk trio, inspired both by vintage greats like Aretha Franklin and CHIC and modern giants like Uptown Funk. The embodiment of Friday night groovin’ feet, they’re growing a reputation for relentless energy and an encompassing stage presence.

THE BECKFORD SINGERS A group of friends meet once a fortnight to sing - from Palestrina to Piaf, from Pearsall to Cole Porter... 20.30 - 21.00

THE NOTEABLES

We are a small acapella singing group who sing upbeat songs from gospel to pop, via jazz, world music and blues. Songs to make you smile, get you toe-tapping, and warm the heart.

BATH SPA BAND

Bath Spa Band is the brass band representing the city and was established in 1921. Instrumentalists come from Bath, Bristol and Wiltshire as well as from the universities and local schools and a training band welcomes players of all abilities. This concert gives an insight to the varied music played with both traditional and upbeat numbers.

Back by popular demand, The Blues Others will have you shakin’ your tail feather at this year’s Party in the City. This 13 piece band expertly blends traditional Blues Brothers soul music such as Do You Love Me and Everybody Needs Somebody, with some less expected party anthems that are guaranteed to have you dancing all night long.

20.00 - 20.20

THE HIGH POINTS

THE MOONLIT POACHERS

20.40 - 21.10

NINOTCHKA

Born from the darkest depths of rural Somerset, Ninotchka is a fast and furious Gypsy, Klezmer and Irish folk duo. Mixing the lighting fast violin from Nik Jovcic-Sas and the raw energy of Sydney Bull on guitar, this band will have you stomping and hollering along to Romanian Gypsy dances, Irish jigs, Jewish wedding dances and smorgasbord of infectious folk music. 21.30 - 22.00

JASPER STOREY

Casually soulful and passionately finessed. Jasper’s laidback style and classic songwriting encompasses folk, jazz and soul. His memorable melodies and earthy croon will have you singing along by the second chorus.

28 Queen Square 18.00 - 18.20

ORCHESTRA OF EVERYTHING

40-piece local community orchestra playing a lively and eclectic mix of film TV themes, rock, pop, jazz and classical music. 18.40 - 19.10

Flowerpot are a four piece female fronted band bringing a new and unique sound to the world of rock! IR

THE ARKANSAW UKEBOX COLLECTIVE

They are covers Jim, but not as we know them! Sex Pistols on a banjo? Radiohead as a waltz? A Bluegrass Stormzy?! Has the world gone mad...? Fear not dear reader it’s just the legendary Arkansaw Jukebox Collective - playing covers just like God intended... bluegrass style! 20.20 - 20.50

FolkLaw - Exhilarating songs and music that guarantee to get your feet tapping, your face smiling, mind thinking, and festival-feet jumping! Acrobatic fiddling and earthy vocals are interwoven with distinctive vocal harmonies, mandola and guitars, as FolkLaw deliver a subtle re ective social commentary within a patchwork of inspirational songs and melodies. JB

THE RED BANDITS

A fun and energetic ukulele party band offering reinterpretations of the best songs with beautiful harmonies and funky rhythm and beats. Expect to party and leave with a huge smile! 21.50 - 22.30

The Bath City Singers community choir is a relaxed and friendly group that welcomes singers from the city and the wider area. We can proudly boast a membership of over 100 voices and welcome new people throughout the year.

BEN HUTCHESON

Ben Hutcheson bridges the story telling gap between Passenger, Ed Sheeran and Tim McGraw making him an act to look for in the near future. 19.45 - 20.15

DORIAN SLIP

Dorian Slip are a jazz quartet from Bath. They play an energising mixture of classic jazz standards with up tempo be-bop in uences, and some funky overtones. Piano, sax, bass and drums. JB

Ellie Moonshine and The Prohibition Band is a local, five piece, female fronted, sassy, classy, cheeky, smooth jazz band performing dance tunes from the vintage to the contemporary with a soupcon of burlesque, oh la la! 21.45 - 22.30

GIOVANNI L’IMMIGRATO

Your good old pals and 10-piece folk-indie super troupe, Giovanni L’Immigrato, return to Party In The City once more! High energy, instant, and hoe-downs guaranteed.

20.00

WIDCOMBE CHOIR

19.30 - 20.00

20.30

SONGWAYS CHOIR

Vibrant songs and thrilling harmonies from America, South Africa, Russia and the UK. 20.20 - 20.50

THE BATH CHORUS

One of the popular choirs from Party in the City, 50 auditioned voices singing for you, great harmonies, a unique sound. 21.00 - 21.30

THE WELCOME CHOIR Bath’s popular Welcome Community Choir, 60 voices and a great sound. Popular songs, choral favourites and much more!

32 SouthGate & Brunel Square

A great set: funk, soul, disco - whatever makes you dance, really. Come along and party to some great songs you’ll know. A large groovy band with a big sound. Prepare to get sweaty.

18.00 - 22.00 A Enjoy an evening of acoustic acts, contributing their musical talents to the relaxing vibe of SouthGate on a spring evening.

30 St Mi hael’s Without

33 The Holburne Museum

18.00 - 18.30

17.00 – 21.00 P Showcasing work and performances by students from Bath Spa University who have created a contemporary response to the Holburne and its collection. Free admission to the Museum, exhibitions and performances.

ON THE EDGE

Classic big band and American song-book swing, mixed with Beatles, Queen, Latin-American, jazz fusion to present day, with soloists and vocals. 18.50 - 19.10

THE SILVER RING CHOIR OF BATH

We are a long-established Bath choir having been formed in 1951. We have travelled extensively and sing a wide repertoire of music. 19.30 - 19.50

ZEPHYRIAN WOODWIND ORCHESTRA

The Zephyrian Woodwind Orchestra was founded in 1994 as a community group for good amateur players, and won the Gold Award at the NCBF festival in 1998. We give concerts 3 times a year for local charities, and play everything from Bach to Scott Joplin, and have commissioned new music from several composers. C

LUCIS CHOIR

Lucis Choir are pleased to be back performing this evening, showcasing music from their busy choral year. An eclectic mix is on offer tonight, led as always, by their musical director Francis Faux. 20.50 - 21.10

JANE LILLEY SINGERS

The Jane Lilley Singers are an all female choir who have been singing in and around Bath for 45 years. We sing across many genres of music and enjoy them all. C

NOCTIS

Bath’s premier chamber choir return to showcase highlights of their most recent concert repertoire. Not to be missed!

31 St S ithin’s 18.00 - 18.20

WEST WILTSHIRE SINGERS The West Wiltshire Singers community choir welcomes singers of all ages and abilities from Wiltshire, and sings music from all genres in a relaxed and informal environment. 18.30 - 18.50

VOX POP

SOUL CHOIR

A Bath based vocal group, where members learn to sing pop, rock and soul classics! VOX were recently featured on BBC1 and recently recorded two charity singles.

BATH CITY SINGERS

FUNK TUCKERS

21.20 - 21.50

FOLKLAW

21.00 - 21.30

18.45 - 19.30

20.10 - 20.30

FLOWERPOT

19.30 - 20.00

19.00 - 19.20

ELLIE MOONSHINE AND THE PROHIBITION BAND

OCEANS - Pop-punk upstarts from south Wales who can’t wait to bring their high-octane show to Bath. 19.50 - 20.20

29 St James Wine Vaults

20.45 - 21.30

27 Pig and Fiddle

Rarely seen during the day, The Moonlit Poachers are a mysterious bunch. When they’re not snatching a trout, snaring a hare or ne ng a rabbit, they’re making some of the sweetest, most soulful music this side of the sunset.

If music be the food of love, Bath’s very own hipster songsmiths provide a heartachingly danceable banquet, and have impeccable table manners too. Bring plastic spoons.

WADE MERRITT

18.40 - 19.00

19.30 - 20.00

CLARITY COMMUNITY CHOIR

THE BLUES OTHERS

OCEANS

Clarity is an open access a capella choir welcoming singers of all abilities, led by experienced singer and choir leader Clara Atkins. We enjoy singing all sorts of songs from all over the world. Come and listen to some beautiful seasonal songs in a range of styles.

21.20 - 22.00

Jiggidy is a multi-instrumental duo who perform lively songs and tunes from the British Isles. They also write their own material. Audience participation actively encouraged.

The BathTub orchestra is Bath’s newest community orchestra. An informal group with mixed abilities open to everyone and any instrument. We have only been running since October 2018 but have already enjoyed an open mic night at a church along with our weekly rehearsals. C

The harmonic rock of The Bug Club combines a mix of blues, pop and psychedelic in uences. The band formed early 2016 in south Wales.

19.00 - 19.30

JIGGIDY

Danny McMahon is a country singer songwriter based in Bristol. Having written as a commercial songwriter for Paramount and his very own Puzzle Maker Studios. Danny recently stepped into the limelight in 2017 to release his unique blend of authentic modern country pop fusing hear elt lyrics with a polished production.

BATHTUB ORCHESTRA

THE BUG CLUB

THE PORTRAITS

The choir is comprised of present and ex-members of staff who work for the Royal United Hospital, Bath. They meet weekly to sing a wide repertoire of music, performing regularly in the hospital and local community.

Not as crazy as jazz but not as cheesy as pop! JazzPop! creator Louie Miller and her fabulous band are sharing their new original material across the globe. Expect colourful sounds, catchy lyrics and a new look at the world.

From mums choir’, to Paradonnas’, to Priordonnas’.... we have evolved over the last 10 years. Singing everything from Bach to Barlow, from Mozart to Manilow, we are living proof that singing makes you feel good!

22.00

21.45 - 22.15

THE LM PROJECT

PRIORDONNAS

THE THREE CONTINENT COLLECTIVE

18.00 - 18.30

21.00 - 21.30

Jim Blackmann grew up in Canada, where he learnt folk music. He began by writing novels and poetry before finally turning to song-writing. His style re ects his formative years. His in uences are the Canadian folk singers, Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell.

Blues, R&B and soul covers for dancing. JB

20.40 - 21.00

CITYSOUND VOICES

Widcombe Choir is a no-audition community choir that is open to all who want to sing, regardless of singing experience. We sing a cappella in a range of styles from classical to modern, Bulgarian folk and pop and jazz. Newcomers always welcome. C

SASSPAFELLAS

As Adam is to Eve, but in this case, Eve came first! Enjoy the debut performance from a band of brothers who will join Sassparella for an amazing climax to the evening. 21.00

SASSPARELLA

Bath’s most entertaining all-female choir, Sassparella goes from strength to strength, and returns tonight to a favourite venue. 21.30

UNCTION 18

Widcombe’s greatest ever cover band continues its Never Say Never World Tour with a Widcombe Social Club appearance that will make Party in the City dance.

34 The Pump Room 6pm – 10pm P Join in the city-wide celebrations and enjoy a special night at the Pump Room with live music and a pay bar. Be entertained with song early in the evening from the local Bath Stroke Aphasia choir and the fabulous Capella Nova and then relax with the Lambeth Swing from mid evening until the finish. Entry via Abbey Church Yard.

35 Vino Vino 19.30 - 20.00

E BROUN GUITAR

If you remember the Sixties you weren’t really there - but Jez Broun was and he recalls some classic Beatles and Shadows songs that he interprets (plus some vocals) on an innovative Ecoustic guitar he recently made. 20.00 onwards

FUSION

Three hours of rocksy, country, bluesy, pop classics to the guitars and vocals of David Vigar, Jay Simms, Jez Broun and Rich Greenway (electric piano) with Jen Carruthers (bass guitar). Some late night street dancing to be expected.

36 Widcombe Social Club 18.30

BIRCH TREE FOLK CHOIR

Brand new to Bath, the Birch Tree Folk Choir works to realign the nervous system and support good mental health, while reconnecting through folk music to heritage, landscape, and community. 19.00

SONG CLUB

A friendly, non-audition choir meeting on a Tuesday evening to sing rock, pop, jazz, folk and country songs – both a cappella and accompanied by our wonderful house band BLT. 19.30

REMY

A substantial new talent on the Bath music scene, Remy has performed her own lyrically crafted songs since she was 13, mesmerising local audiences with her versatility and energy.

FAMILY ARTS DAY

Sun ay 26 May | 11am - 3pm Parade Gardens Entrance to Parade Gardens: £2 A ults | 1 Con ession | FREE for Dis overy Car Hol ers Children under 5 Get creative with us in Parade Gardens! This year we are celebrating craft and making, joining together with our friends from BathIRON and The Holburne Museum to bring you even more exciting activities to try. Have some fun with clay, pick up a new instrument and make some music, have a go at forging, green woodworking and carving. And when you’ve tried all of those, you can explore the gardens with our treasure hunt or just bring a picnic and relax by the river.

FireFOLK Carry on after Family Arts Day ends with FireFOLK 2019, for a fresh line-up of talented local folk bands to celebrate the installation of the BathIRON bandstand balustrade – a beautiful sculptural piece which was hand-forged by teams of blacksmiths from all over the UK during BathIRON Festival in June 2018. Follow BathIRON for more info @bathironfest @bathironfest @bathiron firefolk

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