01524 831997 info@moremusic.org.uk moremusic.org.uk

A Summer season of gigs, festivals and classes

April – July 2014

Soweto KinchMOBO Award Winner and Mercury Music Prize Nominee

Hello!“If you like your music eclectic, passionate and meaningful the show is on again tonight.”A member of the audience at our big celebratory show ‘Frontierland’ in March wrote this comment on Twitter after seeing the first performance. I like that. It seems to capture the spirit of More Music and of the work that we present.

This summer, shows at the Hothouse certainly will open ears to new sounds - whether it’s the return of the superb Moulettes, or the short residency with Soweto Kinch. We want you to hear high profile musicians supported by great local artists. Many of the support acts have developed through More Music’s own programmes and sessions.

If you have ever wanted to play an instrument or sing, we have plenty of sessions to choose from on pages 14 and 15. Please give us a call or pop in to find out more.

See you soon!

Artistic Director, More Music

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Moulettes weave folk, pop, prog and classical music to enthralling effect. They have enchanted crowds at Bestival, Cambridge Folk, Latitude, Cropredy and many other prestigious festivals.

Their new album ‘Constellations’ features contributions from The Unthanks, Arthur ‘God of Hellfire’ Brown, Blaine Harrison from Mystery Jets and Herbie Flowers (Lou Reed, David Bowie, Sky).

Tickets£8/£5 in advance £10/£6 on the door on the night

Tickets£10/£8 in advance £12/£10 on the door on the night moremusic.org.uk/femi-temowo

Femi Temowo Off the Rails Howard Haigh Saturday 26 April 8pmFemi’s slick, melodic guitar sound and songs have earned him a place beside many great musicians and artists from many genres, having played with The Roots, Amy Winehouse, Courtney Pine, George Benson and many more.

MoulettesBaksheesh Kate Young Saturday 10 May 8pm

“London star Femi Temowo is one of Africa’s finest guitarists.” Evening Standard

“This delicious music is played with acoustic virtuosity… Complex and beautiful…Intriguing and unique.” MOJO

moremusic.org.uk/moulettes

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Lach ULMS Brass Quintet The Thyme MachineSaturday 14 June 8pmLach, founder of the Antifolk movement and star of BBC Radio 4’s The Lach Chronicles is cited by everyone from Beck to Regina Spektor as a major inspiration. His open mic nights in New York became legendary and he continues them in his new home of Edinburgh, where he has also performed acclaimed comedy shows as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Tickets£10/£6 concessions in advance £12/£8 on the night moremusic.org.uk/the-bills

Tickets£7/£5 concessions in advance £8/£6 on the night moremusic.org.uk/lach

The Bills The Lakeland Fiddlers Charlie GallowayFriday 23 May 8pm Strings, bellows, keys, voices, skin and bows – these are the vehicles for the Bills’ unique sonic approach. With individual band members sporting world-class credentials in folk/roots, jazz, classical and world music, The Bills truly are a Canadian acoustic music supergroup.

“The Bills are the biggest blast of fresh air to come out of Canada since The Band.” Glasgow Herald

“The mastermind of Antifolk, like a Lower East Side rendezvous of Bob Dylan and Patti Smith.” New York Times

Stages Live & LoudThursday 22 May 7pmMany young people who come to Stages go on to study music at Lancaster & Morecambe College. This gig will be organised with LMC music students and is a celebration of young people’s talent and our partnership with the college.

Friday 11 July 7pm Organised by More Music’s Youth Leadership team, Stages Live & Loud is a night of live music from great young local musicians to kick the summer holidays off in style.

Tickets£4 (£3 concessions)

Stages Live With two gigs every term, Stages Live is an opportunity for young people to perform at and organise events in a professional venue.

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Soweto Kinch Music Workshop with MOBO award winner Soweto Kinch and Pete Moser Sunday 8 June 11am-5pm Soweto is not only a jazz saxophonist but also a wordsmith and rapper. This workshop is aimed at musicians, music teachers and facilitators with a passion for education. The workshop will work on the blues, free styling, jazz and hip hop improvisation and composition whilst also concentrating on building confidence and losing inhibitions.

Tickets£11/£7 concessions in advance £12/£8 on the door on night moremusic.org.uk/soweto-kinch

Tickets£30/£20 - Booking Essential moremusic.org.uk/soweto-workshop

Soweto KinchThe Initiative Saturday 7 June 8pm Award winning alto-saxophonist and MC Soweto Kinch is one of the most exciting and versatile young musicians in both the British jazz and hip hop scenes. His recent album ‘The Legend of Mike Smith’ is a modern adaptation of Dante’s Seven Deadly Sins.

“I’m really excited about these shows, the stripped trio format allows me more harmonic freedom and space to deliver lyrics. Moreover, I’m excited about integrating new things into the show, such as tenor sax and live looping” Soweto Kinch

“The album is a real tour de force – a contemporary take on The Seven Deadly Sins.” The Guardian

Pete Moser is a songwriter, composer, producer and workshop leader who has spent years creating opportunities for people to develop and open up their imagination. He has hosted creative training workshops for over 20 years both in the UK and also in China, Hong Kong and northern Brazil. He is the founder and Artistic Director of More Music.

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With One Voice Sunday 11 May 10am – 4pm Join Anni Tracy, leader of Dot Crotchet and the Raging Harmonies, Lune Valley Voices and Bowland Community Choir, and guests for a day of glorious harmony singing and laughter, learning songs from around the world.

Sing songs of joy, songs that make you weep, songs of power and strength and songs of love and passion. No experience necessary, it’s all taught by ear.

Tickets£15 – book in advance moremusic.org.uk/with-one-voice

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Flaunt It CabaretMusic, magic, dance, puppets, the chance to join in and more...

Hosted by pianist Boogie Bill, Flaunt It Cabaret events are suitable for people with a learning disability but everyone is welcome. Each month features live music and entertainment from special guest artists, including Ludus Dancers and Steel Crazy. Come along to meet and mingle, watch and take part.

Tuesday 13 May

Tuesday 10 June

Tuesday 8 July

1.30pm-3.30pmwheelchair accessible

Tickets£6 - Support workers free

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Catch the Wind Kite Festival Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June 12pm – 5pm It’s our annual festival on Morecambe seafront, where for the whole day the skies are full of the most spectacular shapes and colours of kites. People come from all around to join in and watch. And where there are people, we know it’s good to have music so we set up a stage in front of The Platform (with a great view of the iconic Midland Hotel) and showcase some fantastic local artists. There are stalls, workshops, arts activities and much more, fun for all ages! Look out for the 2020VISION Street Gallery on the Prom too.

TicketsFREE moremusic.org.uk/catchthewind2014

Midsummer Hothouse CeilidhSaturday 21 June 7.30pmJoin us at The Hothouse on Midsummer’s night as Flying Folk play traditional tunes from North West England on fiddle, accordion, melodeon, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin and voice. If you enjoy line dancing or barn dances, ceilidhs are for you!

More Music’s Ben Farmer will be the all-important dance caller, guiding you through the moves on The Hothouse’s palatial dancefloor. Ben teaches More Music’s folk group who will also be playing jigs, reels and more on the night.

Tickets£8 (£5 concessions)

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West End FestivalSaturday 19 July 12pm - 5pm Every year we set up camp around the corner from the The Hothouse, in Regent Park where we celebrate with our local community with live music, dancing, arts, crafts and some fun and games too.

Expect a busy day out with street theatre, carnival bands, rockers, rappers and stalls-a-plenty from community groups and charities.

TicketsFREE moremusic.org.uk/westendfestival2014

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TicketsFREE - All welcome! moremusic.org.uk/polska

Polska! Friday 2 May 6.30pm An evening for the Polish community by Polish students from Lancaster University.

There will be live music, Polish food – Pierogi (dumplings) and poppyseed cake - and cultural advice about living in the UK.

Music from the 80’s & 90’s from Lady Punk, Dżem and Hey.

Coming soon Exhibitions Our next series of exhibitions will be the result of the collaboration between DART, who support talented, emerging artists, and Lancaster University Art Society.

Open Day Saturday 4 October This year we team up with Fun Palaces to bring a day of music and science to the Hothouse – it’s free and it’s for everyone.

Light Up The Streets Friday 7 November More Music’s talented team of musicians will be producing performances for Light Up The Streets in Lancaster.

Studenci z Polski dla Polaków w Morecambe i Lancaster.

Po raz pierwszy w Morecambe! 2 Maja 2014 godz: 18:30

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Lancashire Music HubLancashire Music Hub have been busy with new initiatives to create pathways that engage children and young people in music:

• New website launched in March which has a host of resources. For more information visit lancashiremusichub.co.uk

• An inclusive Schools Singing Strategy is being developed with research into current singing practice and a series of support events for singing across the county.

• Support for Lancashire’s thriving choirs in Morecambe, Chorley, Clitheroe, Preston and Lytham.

For more information visit www.lancashiremusichub.co.uk

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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.

Visiting Us

To plan your journey why not use www.traveline.info and use our postcode LA3 1QT as your end destination.

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

SessionsRegular classes and workshops with experienced music leaders will help you to develop new skills, even if you’ve never played before. All sessions are held at More Music on Devonshire Road, Morecambe, unless otherwise stated.

MONDAYLune Valley VoicesThe Centre @HaltonCome find your voice and discover the joy of singing in this friendly group. No experience is needed, all songs are taught by ear. 6.45pm-8.45pm | £4 | All ages

LYVEJoin Emma Williams for 6 weeks of exciting singing creating a fresh fusion of sound for the Lancashire Youth Vocal Ensemble. 6.30pm-8.30pm | £3 or donation | 11 - 18 yrs

Beginners Guitar ClassA friendly and informal guitar class for those looking to expand their skills. 4pm-6pm | £4 | 18+

Folk ClassJoin the folk revival with an introduction to music and dances from the UK and Europe. 7pm-9pm | £4 | 18+

TUESDAYBaybeat StreetbandLearn and perform uplifting carnival beats and breaks as part of the Baybeat streetband. If you want to try out exciting percussion or if you play brass, come along and make some noise. 6.30pm-8.30pm | £3 / £1 | Age 8 upwards

Bay Youth VoicesWhether you want to sing like Jessie J or sing as a group like One Direction - this super singing opportunity is the place to start. 6.30pm-7.30pm | £1 | Age 6 - 12

WEDNESDAYBang That DrumAn interactive and fun music class for adults with learning disabilities. 10am-12noon and 1.15pm-3pm | £4 | 16 yrs+

Youth Leadership GroupGet involved in the organisation and running of gigs and events at More Music whilst gaining confidence, real life transferable skills and Arts Award qualifications 5pm-7pm | FREE | 12 – 19 yrs

Long Walk Chinese OrchestraLearn how to play real Chinese instruments like the Ruan (moon guitar), Erhu (violin) or Dizi (flute). All the instruments are provided. 6.30pm-8.30pm | £3/£1

Bowland Community ChoirGarstang LibraryTalk part in a fun community choir and learn to sing a variety of popular songs. 6.30pm-8.30pm | £4 | 18+23 April, 14 & 21 May, 11 & 25 June, 9 July

Term Dates: 28 April to 13 July 2014Half Term: 26 – 30 May 2014

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THURSDAYClapping SongMusic, movement and song for under 5s and their parents/carers. 10am-11am | £4 per family incl refreshments | under 5s

Stages Open HouseChannel your creative energies and have fun making music with your friends. Learn to play an instrument, write songs, form bands and perform live. 7pm-9.30pm | £3 | 12-18 yrs

FRIDAYFriday Night ProjectBudding DJ, rappers, beatboxers and MCs can learn how to use words and sounds with power and precision. If you’re in to street dance or music production, this is the chance to use professional music technology tools and skills. 6.30pm-8.30pm | 50p | 12-18 yrs

SATURDAYOrbit Jazz Workshop Community Music Centre, LRGS, East Road, LancasterWelcomes all instrumentalists for a lunchtime session playing jazz standards and contemporary tunes. 12pm-1.30pm | £3/£1.50 | All Ages 26 April, 3, 10, 17 May, 7, 14, 28 June, 5, 12 July

SUNDAYUkulele OrchestraLearn from scratch playing great tunes. Led by Ben Farmer, leader of the popular Baines Ukulele Orchestra. 6pm-8pm | £4 | All Ages

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.

More Music The Hothouse 13-17 Devonshire Road, Morecambe, LA3 1QT

Call: 01524 831997 Email: info@moremusic.org.uk

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Photography by Graham Wynne and Phil Keen. Design by HotfootDesign.co.uk.

More Music is an accredited Arts Award Centre. Company Reg. 4189582 | Charity Reg. 1097929All sessions are held at More Music unless otherwise stated. All information is correct at time of going to print.

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Events: Summer 2014APRIL

26 Femi Temowo

MAY

2 Polska! 10 Moulettes 11 With One Voice 13 Flaunt It Cabaret 22 Stages Live & Loud 23 The Bills

JUNE

7 Soweto Kinch 8 Soweto Kinch Music Workshop 10 Flaunt It Cabaret 14 Lach 21/22 Catch the Wind Kite Festival 21 Midsummer Hothouse Ceilidh

JULY

2 Lancaster & Morecambe Music Centres Joint Concert 8 Flaunt It Cabaret 11 Stages Live & Loud 19 West End Festival