A four-day festival of music at St Mary's church in Wanstead. Details of the programme below. Friday 26th May at 7.30 pm Sonare - acapella vocal quartet of young professional singers giving a springtime programme. They sing a wide range of composers from Baroque to present day and have had several successful tours since their … Continue reading "May Music Festival"
Hear the glorious sound of Redbridge Brass in this fabulous concert programme. A full 28-piece brass band from the Championship Section in top form - truly engaging and memorable. Featuring music celebrating these islands, the concert includes beautiful Irish and Welsh melodies, evocative Scottish Dances, plus the epic London Overture, James Bond, and modern classics … Continue reading "Redbridge Brass band – Our British Isles"
Some pre-fringe live music, with a few acoustic live acts and speakers playing at the Bull in support of teachers’ hardship. An entrance fee of £3 will go towards the teachers’ fund.
Wanstead’s best-kept musical secret continues and kicks off this year’s Fringe with aplomb. This year it broadens its scope in terms of local geography and celebrates the plethora of musicians and talented artists in the area. Featuring Wanstead resident and singer/songwriter Ali MacQueen, the night will also see acts such as up-and- coming indie-rock artist … Continue reading "Wanstead Fringe Music Night: The Freak Flag Flying"
Now in its ninth year, the infamous Duke Street Party will once again be opening the Fringe with a bang! The incredible House Jammerz headline the music stage, with support throughout the day from local Dukebox faves. Expect Little Dukes activities (12-4pm), Leytonstone Tavern Burgers and Taco’s Food Trucks, Tiempo Tequila cocktail station, BBQ, and … Continue reading "The Duke Street Party"
Local musicians Joe Walters and Lucy Crowe curate an evening of music exploring themes associated with the skylark, our local Wanstead Flats resident struggling to survive in modern times. Joe and Lucy will perform with and alongside their friends, also locals of the area, and also musicians who feel the push and pull of urban … Continue reading "To a Skylark: Classical, folk and experimental music"
Local legends invite friends and music heads for a night of Soul, Funk, Rare Groove, and Boogie! One for the fans of 70s and 80s music, always a busy night.
A free, relaxed, dementia-friendly concert to celebrate the flower festival at Christ Church. A selection of flower-themed favourites, followed by tea and cake. All welcome, including families and those benefiting … Continue reading "Free relaxed Songhaven concert"
A virtuoso guitar concert with Peter Black, featuring duets with Father Martyn. Be mesmerised by exquisite music from around the world from the Romantic Period to today, featuring works by Tarrega, Morel, Cardoso, Ferrer, York, Brouwer, Barrios, and much more. Tickets £12, students £8 All are welcome but the material will suit adults, classical music … Continue reading "A Journey into the World of Guitar – with Peter Black"
Wanstead Parish invite you to this unique service at 6pm on Sunday 17th September at Christ Church, Wanstead. Relax and enjoy a candlelit service and an evening of jazz provided … Continue reading "Jazz Vespers"
The official after party for the Wanstead Festival, Adam is a guitarist and singer who plays a lovely set of covers, perfect for a sing along with your friends in … Continue reading "The Dukebox presents Adam English – Hospitality special"
West End singer Nigel Richards and the hugely talented Jane Wilkinson join the line up in this Broadway spectacular. Expect the usual stunning sounds from the 28-piece band as they … Continue reading "Showtime – with Redbridge Brass plus guests"
Join Lydia Gerrard for a selection of musical theatre, and classical favourites from Les Misérables and The Phantom of The Opera, to Wicked and Puccini. Lydia has just returned from covering and playing Grizabella & Jellylorum/Griddlebone in CATS The Musical. She previously covered Christine Daaé in the UK Tour of The Phantom of The Opera … Continue reading "Theatre classics and more, with Lydia Gerrard"
Join award-winning composer - and Wanstead resident - Simone Spagnolo for a unique blend of chamber music and mystery drama soundtracks. This concert will present Low Strings Drama, a musical drama for … Continue reading "Concert: Simone Spagnolo’s Low Strings Drama"
A FREE lunchtime time recital of fine music from brass musicians of The Brook Ensemble. Performing as a quintet with a programme of music that includes original compositions and arrangements. … Continue reading "Autumn Gold – FREE concert"
