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SUMMARY:Battle Ukulele Band
DESCRIPTION:Join this 15 strong ukulele band for a fun afternoon of music and song\, performing a range of hits from the 50’s\, 60’s and 70’s and more. \nAny donations to Battle Food Bank.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/battle-ukulele-band/
LOCATION:Coronation Bandstand\, De La Warr Parade\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1JS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151738
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SUMMARY:The Band of the Royal British Legion
DESCRIPTION:The Band of the Royal British Legion (Bexhill and Little Common)\, to give the full title\, are delighted to be taking part in the Festival of Music once again for 2026. The band has a happy blend of ex-armed services and civilian musicians\, who enjoy rehearsing together in Bexhill and are kept busy playing at events and concerts\, some with a military or Royal British Legion connection and others purely supporting local events. The programme for the Festival concert includes an imaginative array of music\, ranging from light classical\, through West End musicals\, to some catchy arrangements of 20th century hits\, all selected by the band’s Musical Director Martin Bunce AGSM. \nDoors open 7.30\, starts 8pm. Tickets are £3 and will be available on the door or in advance from the Club bar. The bar will be available to concertgoers.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/the-band-of-the-royal-british-legion/
LOCATION:Town Hall Square Social Club\, 4-6 London Road\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN39 3JU\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Bexhill’s Big Summer Sounds Presents: Mega Music Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Arts and Crafts – Family friendly pop-up performances from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – London Vegetable Orchestra – Orchestral Silent Disco – Instrument Surgery – Food Trucks. \nJoin Bexhill’s Big Singalong – 3.30pm by the big stage \nBring your family and friends to sing ABBA’s Dancing Queen live with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra! \nOne song\, one huge community choir! \nMade possible with support from John Thaw Foundation\, Hastings Youth Trust\, Isabel Blackman Foundation\, our Big Give Arts for Impact donors and event sponsors Galloways Accounting and Carrolls Greengrocers.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/bexhills-big-summer-sounds-presents-mega-music-saturday/
LOCATION:De La Warr Pavilion\, Marina\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1DP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151738
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SUMMARY:St Peter’s Church Coffee Concert 2026 featuring Anna Tulchinskaya
DESCRIPTION:The music of Bach and the French Romantics featuring violinist Anna Tulchinskaya. \nCoffee & Cake 10am\, Concert begins 10.30am. Donations in aid of the organ fund.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/st-peters-church-coffee-concert-2026-featuring-anna-tulchinskaya/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Church\, Church Lane\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 2HE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T173000
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SUMMARY:World Cup Concert at the Coronation Bandstand
DESCRIPTION:Bula Brothers – 12.30pm-1.15pm \nThe Brothers Bula are Bexhill’s finest purveyors of adventurous music! Having spent years honing their craft in a shed\, the Brothers finally came outside and unleashed a heady concoction of explosive drumming\, vintage TV themes\, wailing sax and joie de vivre. \nThe ‘Jolly Boys’\, Ticehurst Male Voice Singers – 1pm-1.30pm\nThe Jolly Boys\, formed in 2023\, are a group of like minded men who enjoy singing Sea Shanties\, though they also cover a wide range of other styles including traditional folk\, popular music\, Christmas songs\, Old Time Music Hall songs and other sing along material. \nSevenoaks and Tonbridge Concert Band – 2.20pm-3pm & 3.20pm-4pm \nThe Sevenoaks & Tonbridge Concert Band is a symphonic wind band\, based in Sevenoaks\, Kent\, with its players drawn from a wide area\, and performs at a range of concert venues across the region. Their repertoire is selected to fit the different audiences for each concert. The music includes original works for wind ensemble to arrangements of orchestral pieces\, musical theatre and film score repertoire\, traditional military band items and light music of various styles. \nIan Hamilton Trio Blues – Starts 4.30pm\nThe Ian Hamilton Trio play an eclectic mix of folk music and America often with a unique twist.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/world-cup-concert-at-the-coronation-bandstand/
LOCATION:Coronation Bandstand\, De La Warr Parade\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1JS\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:ABBAphonic - Celebrating the music of ABBA by the sea
DESCRIPTION:It’s ABBA like you’ve never heard it before: with the power of a full symphony orchestra\, and the stunning beauty of a seaside backdrop. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or introducing the next generation to the Joy of ABBA\, this outdoor concert at the beautiful De La Warr Pavilion is the perfect summertime celebration for all ages. Costumes and dancing are highly encouraged\, so grab your platforms\, fish out your sequins\, and shimmer by the setting sun! \nSing the night away to timeless chart-topping tracks: Dancing Queen\, Mamma Mia\, Money\, Money\, Money\, Take a Chance on Me\, S.O.S.\, Voulez-Vous\, Super Trouper\, The Winner Takes it All\, Fernando\, Does Your Mother Know\, Thank You for the Music\, and many more – each heightened by powerhouse soloists and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s signature symphonic twist. \nLocated on the Metropole Lawns. \nTickets at: https://www.dlwp.com/event/abbaphonic
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/abbaphonic-celebrating-the-music-of-abba-by-the-sea/
LOCATION:De La Warr Pavilion\, Marina\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1DP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Crescendo Choir
DESCRIPTION:Crescendo is a mixed choir group with a wonderful variety of songs so something for everyone to enjoy on our first visit to the Festival. Our Choirmaster Debs Chambers will lead you through the evening with her characteristic repartee ably assisted by our very talented accompanist Stephen Page. Crescendo is also delighted to be joined by their guest performers\, Radiant Brass\, performing their sparkling brass arrangements. \nAs a very friendly community of singers we are always happy to welcome new members. Why not try us out with a couple of free rehearsals? We meet every Thursday at St. John’s Centre\, Victoria Road\, Bexhill TN39 3PD at 7.30pm for 7.45pm – 9.15pm rehearsal. For more details contact our Chairperson lyn.stardust@gmail.com. \nDonations kindly welcomed in support of a local charity. Interval refreshments.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/crescendo-choir/
LOCATION:St. John’s Centre\, London Road\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN39 3JR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151738
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SUMMARY:Kianush Robeson: Classical Guitar Recital
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, The Bexhill Classical Guitar Society’s founder\, Kianush Robeson\, presents a programme of exciting repertoire for the classical guitar. Kianush is a multi prize-winning performer\, winning prizes both here and abroad\, who tours extensively and is supported by Knobloch Strings. Kianush will perform a varied programme of 19th- and 20th-century music from Spain\, Britain\, Germany\, and more. \nDonations requested to help support the society. The event will last 45 minutes with no interval. For more details\, please email akcgs@outlook.com.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/kianush-robeson-classical-guitar-recital/
LOCATION:St. Barnabas Church\, Cantelupe Road\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1JG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260615T151738
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SUMMARY:Bexhill Community Singers present: ‘Another Opening\, Another Show’
DESCRIPTION:Our popular annual concert has a new venue!  Join the Bexhill Community Singers and special guests for songs old and new\, with inimitable compere Barry Turnwell. \nIncludes a programme and light refreshments. Proceeds from our raffle and donations will go to Cancer Research UK. \nOur concerts are always fully booked\, so please reserve your place(s) well in advance. To register\, please send an email with the names of people who\nwish to attend to: bexhillcommunitysingers@hotmail.com or call 07913 818522.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/bexhill-community-singers-present-another-opening-another-show/
LOCATION:The Attwood Theatre\, Bexhill Academy\, Gunters Lane\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN39 4BY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151738
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SUMMARY:The Spinning Jenny Band at the Coronation Bandstand
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/the-spinning-jenny-band-at-the-coronation-bandstand/
LOCATION:Coronation Bandstand\, De La Warr Parade\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1JS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151738
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SUMMARY:Gustavo Porras: Classical Guitar Recital
DESCRIPTION:The Bexhill Classical Guitar Society is helping to close this year’s amazing festival of music with our final recital\, bringing the incredible Costa Rican guitarist Gustavo Porras to Bexhill. Gustavo Porras is an innovative and exciting performer and composer and will be performing a recital of remarkable repertoire\, including some of his own compositions. \nThe event will last 45 minutes with no interval. For more details\, please email akcgs@outlook.com.
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/gustavo-porras-classical-guitar-recital/
LOCATION:St. Barnabas Church\, Cantelupe Road\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1JG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T193000
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SUMMARY:The Last Night of the Bexhill Proms with the Sussex Concert Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Kenneth Roberts. \nFeaturing the Bexhill Festival Choir led by Lorraine Barry and guest soloist Helen May. \nThe first half of the evening will feature lots of popular music in ‘A Glorious Musical Celebration of Summer!’\, featuring music by Vivian Ellis (Cononation Scot)\, Hugo Alfven (Sewdish Rhapsody)\, Berlioz (Villanelle from ‘Nuits d’Été)\, Mendelssohn (Midsummer Nights Dream)\, Welch/Bennett (Summer Holiday)\, Glazunov (Summer from ‘The Seasons’)\, Gershwin (Summertime)\, Rodgers & Hammerstein (June is Bustin’ Out All Over)\, Kenneth Roberts (Day Trip). \nAfter the interval it’s time to wave your flags and sing along to all the prom favourites including ‘Follow the Fleet’\, I Vow to Thee My Country\, Sea Songs\, Pomp & Circumstance No.1\, Jerusalem and God Save the King. Union flags are available on the evening. \nOur soloist this year is Helen May. \nTickets £22\, £26\, £27 inc. booking fee. Concessions available. Book online at https://www.dlwp.com
URL:https://bexhillfestivalofmusic.co.uk/event/the-last-night-of-the-bexhill-proms-with-the-sussex-concert-orchestra/
LOCATION:De La Warr Pavilion\, Marina\, Bexhill-on-Sea\, East Sussex\, TN40 1DP\, United Kingdom
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