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Thu 14 Mar 2019
New artwork by Peter O'Toole
New artwork has gone up in the walkway from the Piazza and Queensgate Market in Huddersfield. The illustrations by artist Peter O'Toole celebrate the varied musical heritage of the district. Walk through into the marke.....Read more
Wed 27 Feb 2019
Economic Impact Study on Music Festivals
An update to an Economic Impact Study has recently been produced, which builds on a wide-ranging economic research project that was undertaken across six Kirklees festivals and events back in 2007. The latest study focus.....Read more
Tue 26 Feb 2019
Sunset Sing 2019
Sunset Sing is back 6.13pm 2nd April 2019. Weekly harmony singing sessions celebrating the return of summer; finishing at sunset and starting 90 minutes before. Beginners and singers very welcome. for all times a.....Read more
Fri 01 Feb 2019
Safety Last- silent film with Harold Lloyd
A chance to see the Classic Film Silent Last starring Harold Llods with stunning organ accompaniment by Leeds City Organaist darius Battiwala..Read more
Mon 28 Jan 2019
Kirklees Music Festival Leaders come together
Dedicated music festival leaders from the district have come together to form a voluntary ‘super group’ that will – for the first time ever – team up on ways to further put creativity and musical experiences on the map f.....Read more
Mon 28 Jan 2019
Music Industry on the Agenda #DNskillsfest
The music industry is a growth sector worth over £4.4 billion to the UK economy, growing year on year, and Higher Rhythm, believe that anyone, anywhere, with the correct support and determination, can play a part in this.....Read more
Wed 16 Jan 2019
Get involved in Make Music Day 2019
Make Music Day is an annual event made up of free music events. These events can be organised by anyone and take place in any type of venue across the world. Make Music Day will take place on 21 June 2019. It is ope.....Read more
Tue 08 Jan 2019
Cleckheaton Announces Artist Line-up
Following our recent successful Advent Calendar Artist announcements we are pleased to list our artists on our website. The list includes Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings, London Philharmonic Skiffle Orchestra, Alden Patter.....Read more
Wed 02 Jan 2019
Double bass maker and string instrument repairer opens workshop
A new string instrument workshop is to open in Mirfield, West Yorkshire in January 2019. Neal Heppleston will be focusing on making new double basses as well as serving the local and national community with string instru.....Read more
Wed 02 Jan 2019
Yorkshire Evening Post article and music in Kirklees
Read the Yorkshire Evening Post interview with musician Pat Fulgoni on why the ‘Kirklees Music Development Project is good news’ at www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/whats-on/music/pat-fulgoni-kirklees-music-development-pro.....Read more
Tue 18 Sep 2018
Piano players wanted for Queensgate Market slots
Piano players are wanted to play the piano in Queensgate Market on Saturdays for 2 hours and on Sundays in December - this is a paid opportunity. As part of Temporary Contemporary (an initiative which places contemp.....Read more
Mon 17 Dec 2018
Huddersfield set to become world-class hub for music
Kirklees Council in partnership with the University of Huddersfield and a number of music organisations, festivals, independent venues, a record shop and a label, have come together in a Music Group to set out an ambitio.....Read more
Mon 12 Nov 2018
Do you have a spare room? Why not become a music host?
Become a music host at hcmf// 2018 and other music events in the future and join the Kirklees world class music movement. Are you a local resident who would be interested in renting out a spare room, flat or even an e.....Read more
Tue 16 Oct 2018
All that Jazz and Much More
Here is a great 2 page article about Marsden Jazz Festival that appeared in the Huddersfield Examiner on Friday 12 October ahead of the Festival which took place over the weekend. If you missed out on this year's Festiv.....Read more
Mon 17 Sep 2018
Freshers Festival brings big name music acts to Huddersfield
This year's week-long Huddersfield Freshers Festival, (commencing Monday 17 September), has a lot going on music wise - featuring big name music acts including Tinchy Stryder and Avelino. There's also comedian Adam .....Read more