Celebrate the Bard in Song: Harborough Singers Present "Shakespeare in Song" at St Andrew's Church, Lyddington

Celebrate the Bard in Song: Harborough Singers Present "Shakespeare in Song" at St Andrew's Church, Lyddington

Celebrate the Bard in Song: Harborough Singers Present "Shakespeare in Song" 

Mark your calendars, Shakespeare fans! The Harborough Singers are raising a musical toast to the Bard himself on Saturday, November 2nd. This special concert, titled "Shakespeare in Song," promises an evening filled with glorious music inspired by the timeless works of William Shakespeare.   

The program boasts a diverse selection of pieces, featuring well-known Shakespeare Song sets by composers like Emma Lou Diemer, Charles Paterson, and Vaughan Williams. Additionally, the concert will showcase two works by modern composers who have set Shakespeare's words to music, offering a fresh perspective on the Bard's genius.   

For a touch of familiar magic, the choir will be joined by a talented ensemble for beloved tunes from Leonard Bernstein's iconic "West Side Story," a modern reimagining of "Romeo and Juliet." David Ayre on double bass, Graham Instrall on drums, and Andrew King on piano will bring these classic melodies to life.   

The evening concludes on a jazzy note with George Shearing's "Seven Songs & Sonnets," ensuring a delightful and unexpected twist to the Shakespearean celebration.   

The concert will be held at St Andrew's Church, Lyddington, starting at 7:30 PM. Tickets are priced at £15 for adults and only £5 for under-18s in full-time education. Secure your spot by visiting the Harborough Singers website https://www.harboroughsingers.com/whats-on or calling 07761 729558.   

Don't miss this unique chance to celebrate the enduring legacy of Shakespeare through the power of music!

Councillor Andrew Brown, Lyddington, Independent, reappointed Chairman of Rutland County Council. Councillor Samantha Harvey, Cottesmore, Independent, reappointed Vice-Chairman of the Council

Cllr Andrew Brown, a esteemed local farmer, magistrate, part time comedian and repository of all things oak-related (he might have planted the first one in the county, no one's entirely sure), was ceremoniously reappointed chairman of Rutland County Council. He retains the gavel, a hefty thing that resembled a small tree trunk, for another year.

Cllr Andrew Brown, bless his britches, shuffled forward towards the microphone, seated in his chair, a faint moo emanating from somewhere deep within his tweed waistcoat (one never could be certain with Andrew). His acceptance speech was, as ever, a masterpiece of brevity. "Well, this is a surprise," he rumbled, gaze fixed firmly on a particularly interesting pattern in the carpet . "Didn't think anyone else fancied the job. Still got all my marbles, I suppose, most of 'em anyway." 

Standing beside Cllr Andrew, a picture of youthful exuberance (by county council standards, anyway), was Cllr Samantha Harvey, the ever-enthusiastic deputy chair. At a sprightly young age, she practically effervesced with new ideas, much to Andrew's occasional bewilderment. Her reappointment was met with a smattering of applause – Samantha, bless her heart, was determined to make the County Council exciting, even if it meant introducing cheese-rolling contests and mandatory morris dancing lessons (a motion that Andrew squashed with the aforementioned gavel with surprising alacrity).

Samantha, said "adults are exhausting," was reconfirmed as his deputy with a sigh that could curdle milk. One would think she'd drawn the short straw, but rumours swirled that Samantha secretly held the real power behind the throne, keeping Andrew on the straight and narrow (or at least, out of the pub before council meetings).

Samantha, ever the diplomat, managed a thin smile and muttered something about "looking forward to another productive year." Whether she meant productive or riotously entertaining remained to be seen. One thing was certain: in the sleepy County of Rutland, the changing of the guard would have to wait. At least until Andrew finally decided sheep weren't bad conversationalists after all.

So, the unlikely duo of Andrew and Samantha would continue to preside over the Rutland County Council, a potent mix of sleepy tradition and youthful exuberance. One could only hope Andrew wouldn't mistake Samantha's motions for particularly enthusiastic cow calls during the next meeting.

Rutland Morris Men 40th Anniversary celebrations, Uppingham Market Place, Lyddington, Thorpe By Water, Seaton, Bisbrooke Phone Box

Rutland Morris Men 40th Anniversary celebrations

Saturday June 7th 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

They will be performing at Uppingham Market Place at 10.00am , Marquess of Exeter Lyddington at 11.30am, White Hart Lyddington Noon, Thorpe By Water 1.00pm, George & Dragon Seaton 2.45pm, Bisbrooke Phone Box 4.00pm and finishing in Uppingham Market Place at 5.00pm. As they will be walking to all these stops all times are approximate!

Uppingham Market Place
Market Place
Uppingham
LE15 9QH

10:00 am to 5:00 pm 

Artists and Music, St Andrew’s Church, Church Lane, Lyddington, Bart Hellyer, High Sheriff of Rutland, Beaufort Wind Quintet

Friday 16^th & Saturday 17^th (10a.m.–5 p.m.) & Sunday 18^th November ( 10.a.m. – 3 0.m.) a

 
St Andrew’s Church, Church Lane, Lyddington

The preview evening 5:30 - 8 p.m. on Thursday 15^th November and will be opened by Mr Bart Hellyer, High Sheriff of Rutland.

 

Enjoy a great evening, see all the work, meet the artists and listen to the Beaufort Wind Quintet.

 

Cost £6:00 a ticket which includes a glass of wine and canapés.

Become a Friend to Art in Lyddington for £30 and you receive 4 preview and 4 raffle tickets and a thank you on our programme for supporting this charity event.

To become a friend or purchase preview tickets or for more information phone 01572 822210 or email Barbara@theoldparsonage.net asap. Tickets can be collected at the door if paid in advance

On Friday 16^th Nov. there will also be demonstrations including soapstone and cardboard sculpting, calligraphy, ceramic jewellery and watercolour media, water colour painting and felt work at 10 – 11:30, 1:00-2:30, 3:00 -4:30. and refreshments in the Village Hall.

You could also enjoy a special Art in Lyddington Menu Lunch at the Marquess of Exeter or a meal at the White Hart.

There exhibition has a wide selection of paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, glass and other art works from artists from Rutland and further afield. Free entry to the exhibition so come and vote for your favourite artist. Voting for the People’s Choice closes at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Great Art is generously sponsoring the prizes of £100 worth of art materials to each of the four winners and £50 worth of art materials to the raffle which will run throughout the exhibition.

All work will be for sale and commission from sales will go to St Andrew’s Church, Lyddington, other Lyddington village charities and AiL equipment.

It’s an opportunity to have a great day whatever the weather, purchase a unique gift or make an early start on your Xmas shopping or simply treat yourself.
 

Please do tell everyone and come along and support this fantastic charity event.

Lyddington Manor History Society, St Andrew’s Church, Lyddington, Exhibition, Buildings and People of a Rutland Manor

Lyddington Manor History Society,  St Andrew’s Church, Lyddington, Exhibition, Buildings and People of a Rutland Manor

Lyddington Manor History Society Saturday and Sunday, 8-9th September in St Andrew’s Church, Lyddington

Exhibition on - Buildings and People of a Rutland Manor

displaying results of our studies on a selection of historic houses in Lyddington, Caldecott and Thorpe by Water

When were they built?

What is special about their architecture?

How far back can we trace their owners and occupiers?

What trades went on in them?

St Andrews Church
Lyddington
Rutland
LE15 9LN

Art in Lyddington 2011, Exhibition in St Andrew's Church

Art in Lyddington 2011, Exhibition in St Andrew's Church

Including a memorial exhibition for Lyddington artist Pat Bealby 1941 - 2011

Raising funds for Pat's Charities (Cancer and St Andrews Church and Art in Liddington.

Sat 3rd and Sunday 4th December

10.00am until 5.00pm

Preview evening

Friday 2nd Dec at 6.30pm

Admission by ticket £5

which includes a glass of mulled wine and canapes

pay bar and raffle

Tickets available from 01572 821471 or 01572 822210

Lyddington Open Gardens, Lyddington, Rutland

Lyddington Open Gardens, Lyddington, Rutland

Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th June

2-pm - 6pm

Tickets are available in each garden

Contact Pauline Brown 01572 821471

The Lyddington Hippo Auction, Lyddington Village Hall, Lyddington, Rutland

The Lyddington Hippo Auction, Lyddington Village Hall, Lyddington, Rutland

7.30pm on Sunday 5th June

Please go along to make a bid or simple join in the fun!

Admission is free.

Refreshments available

The money raised will be split between the village church and the village hall

For more information contact: Barbara Taylor-Harris  0172 822210

Simon Sharp, Uppingham School, Scott Bridgwood, Jan Burridge, Victoria Hall Oakham, Art

Simon Sharp, Head of Art and Director of the Leonardo Centre at Uppingham School www.simonsharp.com is exhibiting art works at Victoria Hall Okham, along with Scott Bridgwood and Sculpture by Jan Burridge.

The Exhibition is The Winners Exhibition of Art in Lyddington. 21st March - 27th March

Victoria Hall Oakham,  High Street, Oakham is open from 10.00am - 4.00pm




Art

Music in Lyddington Rutland

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Saturday August 14th at 7.30pm

Lyddington Church

http://www.musicinlyddington.co.uk/

"Les Nations"

Florilegium

Ashley Solomon
(Director) flute

Bojan Cicic
Violin

Emilia Benjamin
viola da gamba

James Johnstone
harpsichord

Couperin  Suite "L'espagnole" from Les Nations
Handel Trio Sonata in B minor
Purcell Suite for harpsichord
Vivaldi Concerto in D major RV94
J S Bach Trio sonata BWV 526 in E minor
Marais Le Sonnerie de Sainte-Genevieve du Mont-de-Paris
Telemann Fantasie for solo flute No. 8
Rebel Les caracteres de la danse

Formed in 1991 , Florilegium quickly established a reputation for stylish and exciting interpretations of music from the boroque era to the early romantic revolution. They held the coveted post of Ensemble-in-Residence at London's Wigmore Hall from 1998 to 2000, performing concerts each year and becoming actively  involved in the Hall's education work.

'They climbed the heights of dancing bliss and left the Wigmore sighing woth pleasure.' The Times

Sponsored by the Hickinbotham Trust
Andrew and Grania Brock
Robin and Diana Sellick
John and Christine Westwood


Special offers for concert goers

English Heritage 2 - for - 1 at Lyddington Bede House

Eat - for - less in Lyddington's two renowned pubs

The Old White Hart - 10% of a la carte menu
The Marquess of Exeter - £14.95  for a 2 -course dinner
and a free glass of wine

for details and voucher:

http://www.musicinlyddington.co.uk/

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