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Category Archives: music
Growing up in Acocks Green Brought to Life in New Book – Broken Greek
Pete Paphides is a successful music journalist who grew up in Acocks Green. Over the years Pete has written for music papers, Time Out and The Times. He has interviewed many well known musicians including Prince and ABBA and now … Continue reading
Posted in Acocks Green, Events, local history, music
Tagged Acocks Green, Broken Greek, Chips, Great Western, memoir, Pete Paphides, Pop Music
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Drumming Together
Make a noise in the library, feel the beat and get into the rhythm.. it’s amazing what goes on at libraries these days! Book a place today.
Posted in Acocks Green, Events, music, new skills, News, the arts
Tagged Acocks Green, African Drumming, Fun, library, music, over 50s, social
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Christmas in Acocks Green
So it’s the darkest, coldest time of the year and it’s no coincidence that this is the season of coloured lights, singing and social gatherings in order to help us get through the bleak midwinter. There’s lots to enjoy now … Continue reading
Springfest! – Saturday 11 May
Come along to a celebration of all things Springtime and help support the valuable work of Acocks Green Village in Bloom. Live music, Beekeeping demonstrations, loads of interesting garden plants to buy including unusual tomato plants, free seed-sowing for children … Continue reading
Posted in Acocks Green, Events, music, News, places on interest, things to do, Village in Bloom
Tagged 260th Scouts, Acocks Green, Canoe, gardening, live music, Mallard Close, Springfest, Springtime, Village in Bloom
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Acocks Green Carnival 2018
Saturday 7th July will see the return of Acocks Green Carnival as usual at Acocks Green Recreation Ground, Westley Road. It’s the annual community get-together. Lots to see and do for all the family. Get in touch with the committee … Continue reading
Posted in Acocks Green, Carnival, Events, music, things to do, Village in Bloom
Tagged Carnival, crafts, dancing, music, Procession, Recreation Ground, stalls
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Enjoy Live Classical Music in AG
This week, and at the end of the month, there is a chance to hear professional musicians playing a range of classical music on your doorstep. This Wednesday (14th June), you can enjoy the relaxed and beautiful setting of St Mary’s Church with the regular Swansong concert series as they present the Mondelli Wind Quintet. The Conservatoire-trained […]
Enjoy Live Classical Music in AG
This week, and at the end of the month, there is a chance to hear professional musicians playing a range of classical music on your doorstep. This Wednesday (14th June), you can enjoy the relaxed and beautiful setting of St … Continue reading
Friends of Kimichi School Christmas Concert
A guaranteed enjoyable evening of classical music performed by professional musicians and some carols to sing along with!
Posted in Acocks Green, Events, music, the arts, things to do
Tagged Acocks Green, Bach, Birmingham, Carols, Charlotte Moseley, Classical Music, Friends of Kimichi, Kimichi School, musical, St Marys Church, violin
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What’s On in Acocks Green – This Week
As well as the usual events and activities that go on in our vibrant suburban village, this week we have some events that are worth a special mention. For more information about what goes on in Acocks Green check out … Continue reading
Swansong at St Mary’s
A wonderful evening of classical music was enjoyed last week in Acocks Green. Once again the Swansong musical series has delighted music-lovers in the area with an interesting mix of concerts performed at St Mary’s Church. The acoustics are perfect for the instruments, … Continue reading
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Tagged Birmingham, Brahms, Conservatoire, Cypress Trio, St Marys, Trio in C Minor
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