The world’s most famous brass band. With 160 years of rich musical history, Black Dyke Band is proud of its heritage but also looks to the future with enthusiasm and confidence. No other ensemble in the world of brass music can boast such a record of innovation and success.

World-famous tenor who has won four Brit Classical Awards and is still the only artist to top the UK and US classical charts at the same time.

Callum Smart and Ben Goldscheider have been regular visitors to Nottinghamshire, having both performed as soloists with the NPO in Southwell Minster and the Albert Hall. We are delighted to welcome them back and this time they will be performing together in Ethel Smyth's concerto for violin and French Horn. Martin Ellerby will need no introduction to Nottinghamshire, as he was born in nearby Worksop. His music has been broadcast and recorded all over the world by leading ensembles and performed at prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, St. Pauls Cathedral, Barbican and Wigmore Halls in London. A 7 year post as civilian composer-in-residence to the Regimental Band of Her Majestys Coldstream Guards resulted in much music for specific State events, Royal occasions and overseas tours. www.martinellerby.com [//www.martinellerby.com] Walton's 1st symphony will end our season. Martin Ellerby: Epitaph XIV Harvest of Sorrow (Ukraine) Ethel Smyth: Concerto for Violin and French Horn Violin: Callum Smart French Horn: Ben Goldscheider Walton: Symphony No 1

Nottingham Symphony Orchestra are delighted to be playing with Southwell Choral Society for their 60th Anniversary Concert with a performance of Carl Orff's spectacular Carmina Burana For further details please visit the Southwell Choral Society website www.southwellchoralsociety.co.uk [https://www.southwellchoralsociety.co.uk/concerts]

Southwell’s best loved food and drink fair returns for its annual autumn slot at Southwell Minster. Dozens of stallholders offering all manner of food and drink including pies, chocolates, jams, chutneys, pickles, sausages and much much more. So join us for the region’s favourite food and drink fair!

Get ready for the party of the summer with your favourite 80s pop anthems, Live! Featuring a dazzling array of jaw-dropping vocalists and stellar musicians, Music by Moonlight have put together an incredible band ready to take you on the ultimate journey back in time to the 20th century’s coolest decade. Bring a picnic and relax as the sun goes down in the stunning grounds of Southwell Minster before dancing the night away to the iconic tunes of Spandau Ballet, Tina Turner, Wham! And more! Gates open at 6.00pm and the show starts at 7.00pm. Please bring your own rugs or low-backed seating. Bar will be available. Booking fees may apply. Special early bird offer available until 1st May 2025. For carer ticket enquiries please contact us. Accessibility varies, please enquire with the venue for details. Outdoor performances will continue in all but the worst of weather, be sure to dress accordingly. All tickets are non-refundable. In the event of cancellation due to exceptionally bad weather or other extenuating circumstances alternative arrangements shall be made. About Music by Moonlight: Founded by experienced outdoor event organisers Chapterhouse Theatre Company and now in their fifth year of touring, Music by Moonlight brings the songs you know and love to life in some of the UK and Ireland’s most beautiful outdoor venues including castles, gardens, and heritage sites. Featuring talented tribute bands specially chosen not just for their outstanding musical ability and showmanship but also their remarkable resemblances to the original artists, Music by Moonlight open-air concerts are a “Family friendly funfest” (The Times) and the perfect way to spend a summer evening.

A free concert to announce the programme for the 2025 Southwell Music Festival. As well as the programme announcement, there will be performances from a selection of artists who will perform at this year's Festival, including this year's String Apprentices, theTelyn Quartet. Full programme details will be announced here soon. Admission to the concert is free, with the option of making a donation to the Festival. After the concert, you are warmly invited to join us for refreshments in the Crossing. The concert takes place by kind permission of the Dean and Chapter. ABOUT TELYN QUARTET The Telyn Quartet (Seth Collin, Alma Vink, Isobel Neary-Adams, Tabitha Appel) is an exciting young string quartet based in the UK, comprising students of David Takeno, Arisa Fujita and Louise Hopkins. The quartets passion and dedication to string quartet playing started and has since been fuelled by MusicWorks chamber courses and MusicWorks Sundays at Kings Place London, where they formed as a group. In 2023, the quartet was given the opportunity to take part in the Wye Valley Chamber Music Festivals Summer Residency, where they received invaluable coaching from Krysia Osostowicz (Brodsky Quartet), Robin Ireland (Lindsay Quartet), Daniel Tong and Robin Michael, and were given performance and public masterclass opportunities. The quartet has performed at venues such as the Holywell Music Room (Oxford), West Road Concert Hall (Cambridge) and the Lit & Phil in Newcastle. They recently attended a further study string quartet course led by Catherine Manson (London Haydn Quartet). The quartet regularly seeks out coaching to further develop their playing and are grateful to the support and encouragement of David Waterman (Endellion Quartet), members of the London Haydn Quartet and Robert Max. The quartet recently joined the professional mentorship scheme ChamberStudio UK, and took part in a residency led by Donald Grant (Elias Quartet) and Tim Horton in December last year.

ABBA by Moonlight’s faithful recreation of ABBA’s signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for one electrifying live performance. Expect to hear all of ABBA’s greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more! Decked out in full disco costume, ABBA by Moonlight combines stunning vocals, talented live musicians, and a uniquely beautiful outdoor setting to make one unforgettable concert. Come along with family and friends, picnic in picturesque surroundings before grabbing your dancing shoes and get ready for the party of a lifetime. Gates open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. Please bring your own rugs or low-backed seating. Booking fees may apply. Special early bird offer available until 1st May 2025. For carer ticket enquiries please contact us. Accessibility varies, please enquire with the venue for details. Outdoor performances will continue in all but the worst of weather, be sure to dress accordingly. All tickets are non-refundable. In the event of cancellation due to exceptionally bad weather or other extenuating circumstances alternative arrangements shall be made. About Music by Moonlight: Founded by experienced outdoor event organisers Chapterhouse Theatre Company and now in their fifth year of touring, Music by Moonlight brings the songs you know and love to life in some of the UK and Ireland’s most beautiful outdoor venues including castles, gardens, and heritage sites. Featuring talented tribute bands specially chosen not just for their outstanding musical ability and showmanship but also their remarkable resemblances to the original artists, Music by Moonlight open-air concerts are a “Family friendly funfest” (The Times) and the perfect way to spend a summer evening.