Southampton Music In The City
Wednesday 9th of September 2009
Saturday 12th September sees the launch of Music in the City an exciting new project bringing music to the whole of Southampton.
From amateur to professional and from ancient vault to modern office, the people will be the performers and the city the stage.
Working within every level of community Music in the City will inspire hidden talent to pick up and instrument and encourage people to play in public for the first time.
Music in the City will promote the health benefits of music, such as the positive effects it can have on mental heath, agility and general wellbeing.
From 11am to 3pm, this Saturday an eclectic mix of Southampton artists will perform in these city centre locations.
- 113 East Street Southampton
- St Michael the Archangel Church, Bugle Street, Southampton (11-2pm)
- Quilter's Vault, High Street, Southampton
- Holyrood Church ruins, High Street, Southampton
- Southampton Central Railway Station footbridge
- Red Funnel Terminal
- Naomi House
- Moonlight walk, Southampton Sports Centre (8pm)
PERFORMERS:
- Ocean Harmony
- Central Hall Community Gospel Choir
- Psalm Drummers
- ATTO / CoMA Ensemble
- Love Soul Gospel Choir
- Botyov 1791
- Brian Hooper
- Nick Tann
- Rick Tarrant (from Contraband)
- James Chorley
- Steve Daniels
- Jackie Daniels
Hosted by Southampton City Council this sample launch will enable the team to plan further events and build towards a much larger Music in the City in the autumn of 2010.
For more information please click here to be taken to the Music In The City website.