Rock and Roll Bristol Walking Tour 27 June – 5 September

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 27 June & 5 September
  • Time: 6 pm or  8 pm
  • Location: Various
  • Meeting point: N/A 
  • Cost: £6-£8
  • Booking instructions: book online via email

A fun walk around Bristol’s iconic music venues, past and present, and tales of the famous bands that played them. Advance Bookings are required.

Summer Sounds at Avon valley Wildlife park 2 July – 21 August

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 2th July onwards
  • Time: 10 am – 10 pm
  • Location: Avon Valley Wildlife park
  • Meeting point: n/a
  • Cost: £15-£20
  • Booking instructions: book online

We are bringing nights back to life this Summer with live music filled weekends in July and August.  Our event field is opening for a series of gigs with an outdoor stage and spacious arena packed with festival vibes. Summer Sounds has an eclectic line up with something for everyone to come and enjoy. 

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Sounds of Sudan: Nabra + Ligeti Quartet 10 July

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 10 July
  • Time: 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm
  • Location: St.George’s Bristol, Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5RR
  • Meeting point: n/a
  • Cost: £13.50
  • Booking instructions: book online

Sounds of Sudan is an exciting, brand new collaboration between the Bristol based oud duo Nabra and one of the UK’s leading contemporary ensembles the Ligeti String Quartet. With songs from Khartoum, Omdurman, Darfur –

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Early Recordings: the Impacts of a Transformative Technology 21 July

Quick info:

This conference will explore the wider cultural and social impact of the technological development and dissemination of early recordings. The event is focussed on the wider cultural and social impact of the technological development and dissemination of early recordings. The day will include a wide-ranging selection of papers from early career researchers and senior academics and a final round table.

A Musical History of Modern Black Britain 21 July

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Join writer, teacher and music enthusiast, Jeffrey Boakye, in conversation about his new book Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs. A playlist / history book with a twist, Boakye introduces key moments in Black British history through the lens of modern music. Learn about the ground-breaking musicians whose songs have changed the world and discover key moments in the Black British narrative.

Candlelight: Beethoven’s Best Works 27 July & 11 August

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 27 July & 11 August
  • Time: 7 pm or  9 pm
  • Location: Bristol museum and art gallery
  • Meeting point: n/a (30 minutes before performance) 
  • Cost: From £20
  • Booking instructions: book online

Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this performance is for you. You don’t need to know all things Beethoven to enjoy the evening, simply sit back and savour the stunning atmosphere and pieces you’ll hear. (more…)

Candlelight: Chopin’s Best Works 12 August

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 20 July & 12 August
  • Time: 7 pm or  9 pm
  • Location: Bristol museum and art gallery
  • Meeting point: n/a (30 minutes before performance) 
  • Cost: From £15
  • Booking instructions: book online

Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this Chopin’s Best Works performance is for you. You don’t need to know all things Chopin to enjoy the evening—simply sit back and savour the stunning atmosphere and pieces you’ll hear.

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Candlelight: Mozart’s Best Works 17 August

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 21 July & 17 August
  • Time: 7 pm or  9 pm
  • Location: Bristol museum and art gallery
  • Meeting point: n/a (30 minutes before performance) 
  • Cost: From £15
  • Booking instructions: book online

Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this performance is for you. You don’t need to know all things Mozart to enjoy the evening, simply sit back and savour the stunning atmosphere and pieces you’ll hear. Join us in one of the city’s most emblematic venues, where the walls will be flickering by candlelight to create a magical atmosphere. (more…)

Candlelight Ballet: Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake 25 August

 Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: 13 July & 25 August
  • Time: 7 pm or  9 pm
  • Location: Bristol museum and art gallery
  • Meeting point: n/a (30 minutes before performance) 
  • Cost: From £20
  • Booking instructions: book online  

The global Candlelight classical music series transforms the most beautiful venues into intimate performance settings. This summer, a warm ambiance bathed flickering candlelight provides the perfect backdrop for the elegant sounds of Tchaikovsky, Strauss, and more Romantic masterminds.

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Love saves the day 4 & 5 September

Quick info:

  • Type of event: In – person
  • Date: 4th – 5th September
  • Time: 1 pm to 10 pm
  • Location: Clifton downs
  • Meeting point: N/A
  • Cost: £55-£105
  • Booking instructions: Book online

 

Love Saves the Day are excited to announce that the festival will look to take place on the 4 – 5 of September 2021 at its new home of Clifton Downs.

​​Love Saves the Day continues with its aims to combine the best of Bristol’s thriving underground scene with pioneering artists across the globe in one buzzing, unified space. With an emphasis on great music but a following from all of the creativity and live entertainment that occurs throughout the festival, expect the spectacular.

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