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The Latest On Our Christmas Market ………….

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Yes it is on this Saturday,  helping you prepare for Christmas and get into the festival spirit.  We have Horley’s very own wandering minstrels to accompany us throughout the evening, some fabulous stalls bursting with home made produce and decorations,  mulled wine and mince pies , and of course, not forgetting (if you’ve been good that is)  go and see Father Christmas and his little Elf helper in his grotto

Latest news…… you may now be able to pick up your copies of A Vanished Past at the market (if any are left) they would make wonderful Christmas present (see details below)

 

A Vanished Past Volume 2 Vanished Past Volume 1Available Right Here in Horley,  for those of you who live in or around you will have the opportunity to pick up your copies either from Mike and Sue Patching at 2 Gullivers Close or at Horley’s Christmas Market this Saturday 28th. £30 for both Volume 1 & 2 cheques made payable to Clare Marchant 

 

Adderbury Ensemble Children’s Concert- Sunday 1st

AdderburyFRIENDS of MUSIC in ADDERBURY

Dear Friends, I am pleased to give notice of a rather special concert to be given by the Adderbury Ensemble Chamber Orchestra on (this) Sunday November 1st at 4.00 pm in St Mary’s Church, Adderbury.

The principal work will be the ever popular work Peter and the Wolf by Sergei Prokofiev but they will also play other pieces including Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saens. The orchestra is conducted by Steven Bell, who lives locally, has conducted many of the major British Orchestras and is also principal Horn in the BBC Concert Orchestra. The narration for Peter and the Wolf will be given by Tom Redmond (also principal Horn with the Halle Orchestra) and Testimonials follow:-

“Tom Redmond is a horn player, broadcaster, presenter and animator. He has performed throughout Europe, South East Asia, Japan, Russia, North and South America with orchestras including the Philharmonia, CBSO, LSO and Hong Kong Philharmonic. He has been a member of the Hallé Orchestra since 2003.” 

“Tom Redmond has the rare ability to present sophisticated and challenging music to less experienced audiences (especially children) in a way that captivates them on the day and inspires them into the future. Tom’s ability to make historical music relevant to the lives of youngsters is unsurpassed. His animated, charismatic and amusing presentation style is key to this success and combined with his vast experience as a working professional player, thorough understanding of the material and the need to resist diluting the integrity of the audience experience, Tom has in our view established himself as the best in the business.”

So although this has been billed as a Children’s Concert, it would seem that this will be a rather special concert and not one to miss even for Grown-ups! Last day of Half-Term and at a good time of day-and under 18’s are Free.  Please make this a must for the whole family as I am sure that you will all enjoy this concert!

 Chris Howell, Membership Secretary

 

Tea Concert – This Sunday 20th

majorandjamesCome to Wroxton’s first ever Tea Concert in the Church this Sunday 20th September at 3.30pm.

Featuring Simon Mayor and Hilary James who are an absolutely brilliant duo that have played at festivals throughout the world. Expect anything from traditional folk, jazz standards, Celtic, ragtime, blues…..Simon’s dry wit and mandolin wizardry (he’s one of the world’s leading virtuosos), not to mention his fine guitar and fiddle playing) meets Hilary’s “wonderfully honey-dripping voice” and unusual basses! She might even manage a step-dance if the wind’s in the right direction. Hear them at www.mandolin.co.uk or more on http://mayorandjames.com

This is a rare chance to see this renowned duo for free, however donations for both the Musicians and the Church would be greatly appreciated. Plus tea and cakes, and beautiful music fun for all the family. Thanks Susan  tea partysusan.thompson@onetel.net   

See their tour dates, including this 3.30pm afternoon matinee performance, at All Saints’ Church,  Wroxton  OX15 6QE

1 More Sleep To Horley’s Ironstone Chamber Music Festival

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IRONSTONE CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL

St Etheldreda’s Church, Horley  11th, 12th September 2015.

By now  you should have received a flyer through your door to advertise a wonderful weekend of music making here in Horley! A very professional team of musicians led by violinist Lucy Gould and her sister, ‘cellist Kate Gould has been assembled to play in the great acoustic of our Church. To add to that line up they have invited Craig Ogden, who is one of the foremost classical guitarists here in the UK! The first concert on Friday 11th Sept at 7.30, will include music by Schubert & Mendelssohn and Craig will join the string players for the entertaining Guitar Quintet by Boccherini, and a piece entitled Tango Sensations by Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla.

Next day Saturday 12th at 12:30 Craig will give a one hour lunchtime recital in which he will play pieces as diverse as…

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What’s New – September 2015

WHAT a September we have in store for our beautiful medieval church with not one but

Two marvellous events:

Ironstone ConcertsNext weekend Friday 11th and Saturday 12th the Ironstone Chamber Music Festival and a Choral Mass at the Sunday Service. Organised by Chris and Tessa Howell, If you haven’t already done so you can still get you tickets 

msndThen on Friday 25th, Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th a Horley Footlights production of Midsummer Night’s Dream, see the 5 reasons not to miss … once again produced and directed by Tessa Howell – see the “fly on the wall” report (… more to come) with all the  backstage gossip !

Both events as you can see are brought to us by Mr & Mrs Howell, thank you Tessa and Chris for everything you bring to our village.

Other Village News –

Superfast Broadband has arrived in Horley welcome to the 21st Century !

See the Parish Council minutes for the latest developments following the last meeting and remember to check the Notice Board page for general information you maybe interested in.

Also remember you can always see what Lucy submits to the  Banbury Guardian, these pages are updated regularly as are the photo’s and headers. I’ve started to include photo’s of Horley Views from Facebook and if you have any you would like to share you can always email them to horleyviews@outlook.com . We really enjoy feedback and are happy to include your ideas, information or memories that you would like to share.

So let us know…….. Di (Marriot) & Deb (Fox)

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1 More Sleeps To Horley’s Ironstone Chamber Music Festival

Ironstone Concerts

IRONSTONE CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL

St Etheldreda’s Church, Horley  11th, 12th September 2015.

By now  you should have received a flyer through your door to advertise a wonderful weekend of music making here in Horley! A very professional team of musicians led by violinist Lucy Gould and her sister, ‘cellist Kate Gould has been assembled to play in the great acoustic of our Church. To add to that line up they have invited Craig Ogden, who is one of the foremost classical guitarists here in the UK! The first concert on Friday 11th Sept at 7.30, will include music by Schubert & Mendelssohn and Craig will join the string players for the entertaining Guitar Quintet by Boccherini, and a piece entitled Tango Sensations by Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla.

Next day Saturday 12th at 12:30 Craig will give a one hour lunchtime recital in which he will play pieces as diverse as Bach to George Harrison and Django Reinhardt.

The final concert will be 7.30 pm on Saturday 12th September and will feature amongst others the marvellous String Quintet by Schubert, probably never played in his lifetime, and not published until 20 years after his early death.

When you hear this work, which is one of our “Desert Island” selections, we hope you may marvel at its sheer beauty!

To finish the weekend on Sunday 13th at 11.00 am we shall present a Choral Mass by Mozart.

TICKET PRICES

Season Ticket Booking InformationEvening Concerts – Adults £15 : Under 18s & Students £10

Guitar Recital – Adults £10 : Under 18s & Students £5

Season Ticket (all three concerts) £35 (saves £5) / Under 18s and Students £20 (Saves £5)

PRE-BOOKING ADVISABLE

For further information and to order tickets email howelltessa@hotmail.co.uk;   Tel:- 01295 738313. Post-concert suppers at £10 per head and Sandwich pub lunch at £5 per head can also be pre-booked.

Michael Hardinge Trust have kindly agreed to pay for children from Horley.

Further details see www.ironstonechambermusic.com

We hope to see you…

Tessa & Chris Howell

5 Reasons Not to Miss …….

msnd….the Horley Footlights production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream….. as it holds promise of a very special version because …

1. it’s staged in our atmospheric medieval church

2. the script is reduced to the core essence of the story

3. the choreography brings it beautifully to life

4. it is set to Mendelssohn’s incidental music

5. of the live piano accompaniment

It has been re-imagined by Tessa Howell, who has recreated, produced and directed this (her last) Horley Footlights production.  Tessa has excelled herself by making Mr Shakespeare accessible and yet keeping the magical qualities of the story. The cast from the village (except for one young male lover) consists of some seasoned old hands, some new faces and fresh young ones taking centre stage.

Come and see how Horley Footlights resolve the vagaries of both human and fairy behaviour in this best-loved Shakespeare play. Don’t delay as tickets are selling fast! To book yours call Jenny Reynolds on 01295 738125 or email her at  daveandjennyreynolds@btopenworld.com.

All performances in St Etheldreda’s Church, Horley on:

  • Friday evening 25th September at 7:00 pm,
  • Saturday matinée 26th September at 2:00pm
  • Sunday matinée 27th September at 2:00pm

£6 Adults, £3 School Children age 7 and over

“If we shadows have offended, think but this, and all is mended: That you have but slumbered here, while these visions did appear; And this weak and idle theme, no more yielding than a dream.”

More like this –  Latest Buzz Backstage, Fly on the Wall,

More On Horley Fest Friday 21st …..

image1 (1)Friday 21st August – Camping pitching from 2:00, Live on the Frog stage, Oil Slick Fire and guests from 7:00pm. Saturday 22nd August – Kids fun and games from 1:00pm, Live on the Frog stage Big Ballosh and guests from 5:00pm, Camp fire at 12:00. Plus Bouncy castle, giant volley ball, 140ft water slide, sumo wrestling, Beach bar, BBQ and Love Shack disco … all for just £5

The Three Belles @ Upton House – 29th August

NTThis bank holiday weekend, Upton House welcomes the beautiful Three Belles to perform in the gardens as part of the Banking for Victory wartime project currently in the house.

Join us on Saturday 29 August to get in the party mood, bring a picnic, listen to great music and have a dance as the sun sets on the lawn as you are transported back to that great era of music.

3 bellsThe Three Belles are a professional 1940s vocal trio inspired by The Andrews Sisters. They have performed at IOW Fest, West End Live at Trafalgar Square, The Royal Albert Hall, The Ritz and The Savoy and featured on The Alan Titchmarsh Show, BBC South Today and The X Factor Talk Talk Ad, ITV’s ‘Inside The National Trust’ and ‘The Evening Show’ on London Live.

Victoria Wright, Events and Marketing Manager said, ‘We are delighted to welcome The Three Belles for a glamourous evening of drinks, dancing and picnicking in the grounds of Upton. The bank staff who lived here during the war would have listened to this type of music on the wireless in the sitting room and would never have imagined it would have been played out on the terrace in 2015!’

*We are offering a special group discount of 1 free ticket with any booking of 6 people or more.

Booking is essential on 0844 249 1895 or  online

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