The Bexhill Classical Guitar Society is back this year and kicking off the festival with a recital by the multi-award-winning Scottish guitarist Ian Watt. Described by Classical Guitar Magazine as “a guitarist of outstanding skill and originality”, he has performed concertos with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, City of London Sinfonia, […]
Join us for a high energy concert celebrating the evolution of pop music. Journey from the Beatles Story on to Classic Ballads, Disco and Glam Rock. You are guaranteed to be dancing in your seat! Tickets: Available from Records & Retro, Sackville Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN39 3J; on the door or from choir members. Proudly supporting […]
Conducted by Kenneth Roberts. Programme Grieg – Norwegian Dances Sibelius – Violin Concerto (with Aysen Ulucan) Tchaikovsky – Symphony No.4 Tickets £17 on the door – £15 in advance, (Under 16 free). From: https://www.sussexconcertorchestra.org Second Spin, Sackville Road. 01424-210894. Bookkeeper, 1a King’s Road, St. Leonards. 07807 136641.
His days numbered, relentlessly pounding the keyboard, knowing he will never hear his final creation, Ludwig stands up to the occasion, grabs the mic, and sets the record straight! Fusing monodrama, melodrama, stand-up and virtuosic classical piano, raconteur, Mike Hatchard, is directed by West End, Broadway and Olivier winner, Guy Masterson. Concert trained Hatchard plays […]
ContraBand continues to be a 17 piece big band playing swing jazz, Latin and other styles of music. We have been in our current formation since Covid. We rehearse weekly and have enjoyed gigging last year both indoors and also outdoors on bandstands. We are delighted to be involved with the festival again and this […]
BCO invites orchestral players of any ability or experience to join us for an open rehearsal. We are an adult only orchestra. Our rehearsals are fun, mistakes are definitely allowed and we have the wonderful experience of playing together! Pop along and play or join us for a cuppa to watch the rehearsal. For more […]
Culbaba Theatre is an Ukrainian amateur group dedicated to preserving and promoting Ukrainian traditions and rich cultural heritage. We sing a wide selection of Ukrainian folk songs ranging from the 19th century to present day.
With Kenneth Roberts, Bexhill Choral Society’s Director of Music. What is it that gives French music that peculiar ‘Frenchness’; that elusive, sensual quality which pervades so much of French culture and lifestyle? The question is considered via a light-hearted journey through the piano music of Debussy, Satie, Ravel, Faure, and Poulenc. Tickets from Second Spin, […]
The Wacky Band is a local Wind Band with over 30 amateur musicians of various ages and abilities who meet once a week to make merry music and play at local festivals, events and fêtes under the guidance of their lively conductor, Alun Francis. They have a vast and varied playlist so you will soon […]
Sussex Day was first celebrated in Bexhill more than a century ago in 1917. Come along to the Coronation Bandstand and enjoy Sussex Day 2026 with music by two of Bexhill’s favourite local bands. 12:30pm-1:30pm Albatross Ukulele Band Based at the Albatross Club we enjoy regular social meet-ups at the club and playing for fun […]
The F.O.G. are a five piece local band playing a lively mix of 60s/70s, Rhythm & Blues & Country. Together for the past 7 years, appearing at various local venues. Come and join us at the Albatross Club on Sunday.
There will be singing, dancing and Ukrainian food available at the interval. All the proceeds will go to buying essential medical equipment needed in Ukraine. Tickets: Adults £10, Children £5. Tickets will be sold online through ticket source: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/the-volya-choir-east-sussex and at the door on the day.
Join students from Bexhill’s schools and colleges raising their voices once again at the Bexhill Festival of Music Big Summer Sing, featuring a massed choir of Year 4 children and live band. Located in the auditorium. Performances at 5pm and 7pm. Tickets: Under 16s free admission. Box office 01424 229111. Book online at https://www.dlwp.com.
His days numbered, relentlessly pounding the keyboard, knowing he will never hear his final creation, Ludwig stands up to the occasion, grabs the mic, and sets the record straight! Fusing monodrama, melodrama, stand-up and virtuosic classical piano, raconteur, Mike Hatchard, is directed by West End, Broadway and Olivier winner, Guy Masterson. Concert trained Hatchard plays […]
A group of adults from Hastings who love playing recorders. Some have been playing since childhood while others have come back to this beautiful instrument after a break of many years. Since October 2014 we have built a repertoire ranging from early music to arrangements of well known pieces. Other compositions have been written by […]
Choral Concert with works by Palestrina, Stanford, Elgar, Vaughan Williams and local composers including Ruth Gipps. Free event with donations in aid of the organ fund.
The Bexhill Classical Guitar Society’s second recital this season welcomes the Colombian guitarist Francisco Correa, who has been praised by Gramophone for his “eloquence” and by Soundboard Magazine for his “beautiful and expressive interpretation.” Recognised for his captivating performances and versatility, Francisco has appeared as a soloist and chamber musician in over 20 countries across […]
Under the musical direction of Roy Gregory, will perform a concert of varied styles of music, featuring members of the choir in solos, trios, ensembles and personal anecdotes. A great variety of entertainment for your pleasure. Roy was head of vocal studies at the famed Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts in London, he worked […]
With the latest line-up of Gary Virtue, Chris Pike, Craig Wild and Josh Hayward the band are looking forward to playing many shows and festivals in 2026. This is the ‘Crows’ debut show at the bandstand as part of The Bexhill Festival of Music programme 2026.
The Spinning Jenny Band combines musicians who originally played for Folk music and Morris Dancing. They are a popular band playing for barn dances, weddings, village fairs and parties. Supporting St Michael’s Hospice. Doors open 7pm. Please bring your own drinks and snacks. Tickets £8 (£4 children) in advance from Colin 01424 215258 or Ken […]