October 2017

Sunday 01 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  Belinda Carlisle - 7pm - American singer Belinda Carlisle announces shes back on the road with a very special short UK tour this Autumn with the ‘Heaven 30th Anniversary Tour in October 2017 performing a selection of tracks taken from her solo album ‘Heaven On Earth.

Sunday 01 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Big Band Brunch - noon-2pm - Enjoy music from the Girls Only Jazz Orchestra. Performing Swing classics and fresh new hits, this group will blow you away with its Big Band sound.

Sunday 01 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury & South Wilts Sports Club Address:  Wilton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 9NY Telephone:  01722 327108 Event:  Falling Leaf Festival: The Blues Cruise Lunchtime - Hop Back Blues Band + Chris Wynn & guests - noon-4pm - Wristbands/tickets for the weekend can be purchased here: www.skiddle.com/e/13051733

Sunday 01 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Grosvenor Hotel Address:  High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6EU Telephone:  01264 810606 Event:  Thames Valley Jazz Quartet or Quintet - 12.30pm - The Thames Valley Jazz Quartet (occasionally Quintet) plays traditional jazz in the New Orleans style. They were formed in 1987 by clarinettist Jack Sinclair who has played alongside the professional bands of Chris Barber, Acker Bilk and Kenny Ball. View this recording of "Apple Blossom Time" played by the Quartet the Grosvenor Hotel in Stockbridge on Sunday 6 September 2015: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5h0G9YBxxg.

Monday 02 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Georgian Room - Salisbury Recorded Music Society     map Address:  rear of 6-8 St Ann Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2HB Event:  Talk with CDs: Robin Lim - Music from The Schubert Centenary International Composers' contest of 1928 - 7.30pm - Where: rear of the Guides Centre in St Ann St - entry off Carmelite way. Time: 7:30 Cost: £3 for non members. Parking is easy and free outside the door. Disabled access: yes

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Wednesday 04 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  Open Mic Night - 8pm - Every first Wednesday of the month! Showcase your talents. For more information contact the pub on 01722 324528 or just turn up on the night.

Wednesday 04 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map Address:  6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  01722 656555 Event:  SHOW OF HANDS-THE CATHEDRAL TOUR - 7.30pm - Show of Hands have unequivocally become one of the leading forces in British folk. Steve Knightley and Phil Beer are respectively recognised as one of the UK's best singer songwriters and one of its finest multi instrumentalists. Without frills or fanfares they have carved a unique niche built on a carefully constructed cottage industry and become one of the most in-demand bands on the circuit.

Wednesday 04 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Duck Inn     map Address:  Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1PU Telephone:  01722 697771 Event:  12 Bar Blues Jam - 8.30pm - https://www.facebook.com/groups/636550666402033/permalink/1638298752893881/

Thursday 05 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Danny's Craft Bar & Kitchen Address:  2-4 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1DU Telephone:  01722 504416 Event:  Comedy Night at Danny's - 7pm - Tickets are £5 and can be purchased in advance or on the night direct from the bar.

Thursday 05 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Ben Vuckovic - 9pm - Ben Vuckovic on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ben.vuckovic. Musician, vocalist, 12 string guitar and piano.. Ben is a professional, seasoned musician, having played to live audiences for over 25 years in numerous pubs, restaurants and at many weddings. He plays a 12 string guitar and sings through a Bose PA.

Thursday 05 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Thursdays - Two Fifty - 8pm-3am - Its as simple as this: EVERYTHING IS £2.50! The best electronic music from around the World brought to you by Karl West and a handpicked selection of local DJs. Students, young professionals and party animals this night is for you! Tie up with your mates, get out and come and cut some shapes on the dance floor. Free entry before midnight, £2.50 after. Students free all night.

Thursday 05 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  LagerStein + Red Rum + Deadblow - 7pm doors. £10 adv. £13 otd. the awesome Australian Pirate metal outfit LAGERSTEIN with support from Red Rum and Deadblow (7pm, tickets £10adv/£13)

Thursday 05 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bull Hotel     map Address:  The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HL Telephone:  01722 580681 Event:  Open Mic / Jam Night - 8-11pm - PA provided. Performers, singers, jammers welcome. www.facebook.com/groups/251315751866871

Thursday 05 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Stonehenge Inn     map Address:  2 Stonehenge Road, Durrington, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 8BN Telephone:  01722 433186 Event:  Open Mic Night - 8pm - Great relaxed atmosphere and some great tunes. join in.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Total Recall - 8.30pm - Free entry - Total Recall Band on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TotalRecall80s. 80s covers band. Total Recall are a Salisbury-based 80s covers band covering a wide range of genres and artists.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Music Box Address:  48 Catherine Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2DD Telephone:  01722 349945 Event:  Nicky Blackmarket Live - 9pm - Nicky B setting about the decks to create a banger of a night! Drum & bass all night on the 1st floor and in the main room, with a set of hardcore in the loft room!

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  The Remotes - 9.30-11.30pm - The Remotes website: www.theremotes.co.uk. The Remotes on Facebook: www.facebook.com/theremotesband. Indie covers band. The Remotes are an indie covers band. Their shows are a mixture of indie classics (Oasis, Blur, Weller) and modern greats (Killers, Kings of Leon, Kooks).

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Cosy Club Address:  College Chambers, 49 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 334824 Event:  All Funked Up - All Funked Up on Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllFunkedUpBand. Funk/disco & funk-influenced pop covers. All Funked Up play some of the more poppy / funky tunes from the origins of the funk, right up to today's funk-influenced pop tunes. They aim to keep your feet tapping on the dance floor.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Fridays - Mash Up Fridays - 10pm-3am - Resident DJ Darren Cee will be delivering the latest and greatest music in The Courtyard in a short, sharp, mash-up format. Expect Hip Hop, R&B, House, Disco, Garage and Old School party music. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am. NHS Staff free before 12.30am.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: PYESHOPPE + PUGWALL - 8.30pm

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Sarum College Address:  19 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EE Event:  Lunchtime Concert with Katie Salomon (harp) - 12.45pm - Programme includes popular classics and jazz standards, including music by Thomas “Fats” Waller and Errol Garner. Lunchtime Concerts are held in the Colleges Butterfield chapel and are followed by a light buffet lunch (included in the ticket price) in the Common Room. Each concert starts at 12.45pm and lasts approximately 45 minutes. £11 (£50 for the series of six concerts), includes light buffet lunch

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  Cuckooland - 9pm - Free entry - Cuckooland on Facebook: www.facebook.com/cuckoolandband. Classic rock band playing a mix of blues, rock and funk covers. Formed in 2014, the members of Cuckooland have a rich musical past having been signed to major record labels, toured internationally in the USA, Japan, New Zealand, Bahamas and throughout Europe and appeared on stage with such luminaries as David Bowie, Electric Light Orchestra, Steamhammer, Peter Green's Splinter Group, Rumer as well as appearing on bills with Robert Cray, Ray Charles, Mojo Buford, The Blues Band and many others.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  George and Dragon     map Address:  85 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 333122 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Six Feet Above + the George Agombar Band - 8.30pm - Free entry

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  These Septic Stars + Adam The Rebel - the return of the very awesome These Septic Stars plus support! (8.30pm, Free)

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Devizes Inn     map Address:  53-55 Devizes Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7LQ Telephone:  01722 416630 Event:  BEAKY - Beaky from Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich playing at the Devizes Inn 8pm start free entry. Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich on Facebook: www.facebook.com/JasonDozyBeakyMickTich. Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich. Together with Dave Dee, they had a string of hits between 1965-1970, including Hold Tight, The Legend Of Xanadu, Zabadak, Hideaway, Bend It, Save Me and a handful of other catchy hit singles. Along with their classic hits, they also perform many other classic 60's tunes.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Plough Address:  189 Bulford Road, Durrington, Wiltshire, SP4 8HB Event:  Navajo Dogs - 9pm - Navajo Dogs on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Navajodogs. Navajo Dogs are a Wiltshire-based blues-influenced rock band.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Crown Inn     map Address:  1 High Street, Ludgershall, Wiltshire, SP11 9PZ Event:  Off The Cuff - 9pm - Off The Cuff website: www.offthecuffband.co.uk. Off The Cuff on Facebook: www.facebook.com/offthecuffsalisbury. Funky pop and rock covers band playing hits from the 70s to the present. Salisbury-based band playing a mix of funky pop and rock from the 70s to the present day. With the emphasis on music you can dance to, the band have been generating a lot of local interest with their high standard of musicianship and vocals which always leaves the audience wanting more.

Friday 06 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Dolphin Address:  30 Osbourne Road South, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 2EZ Telephone:  023 8055 0277 Event:  One Way - One Way on Facebook: www.facebook.com/One-Way-201568323650722. This Friday with Ben Williams.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  St Thomas's Church     map Address:  St Thomas's Square, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BA Telephone:  01722 322537 Event:  Romsey Male Voice Choir in concert with Salisbury Plain Military Wives Choir - 7.30pm - Joint concert with the Salisbury Plain Military Wives' Choir and the Romsey Male Voice Choir in aid of funds for St Thomas's Church and the two choirs. Ticket Prices: £8 in advance, £10 on the door. Telephone: 01722 322537. Purchase tickets in advance for £8 each from members of the two choirs or from the St Thomas's church office, St Thomas's Square, Salisbury SP1 1BA. The office is open: Mon, Weds & Thurs 9.00am - 2.30pm and Tues & Fri 9.00am - 1.00pm. Tickets at the door will cost £10 each. All seats are unreserved

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Marina E - 8.30pm - Free entry

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  D'Ska Assassins - 9.30-11.30pm - D'Ska Assassins website: www.reverbnation.com/dskaassassins. D'Ska Assassins on Facebook: www.facebook.com/dskaassassins. Two Tone covers and originals Ska band. Ska music for all you SKA fans! High-energy up-tempo Ska band, covering a classic blend of Two Tone hits, including a few D'SKA infectious original tunes.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Saturdays - The Big One - 8pm - The Chapels resident DJs, artists and entertainers strive to deliver something that people across all ages and demographics enjoy. Saturday nights are spread across all four rooms and are always massive. Arrive early to avoid queues and late door charges. Dress to impress. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Solarbird - 8.30pm - Free entry - Solarbird website: www.solarbirdband.co.uk. Solarbird on Facebook: www.facebook.com/solarbirdsalisbury. Rock covers band. Solarbird are a rock covers band, hailing from the ancestral city of Salisbury, combining powerful vocals with a very varied setlist and have music that will appeal to many age groups, with rock music from the 70s and 80s right up to the present day - guaranteed to keep you rocking all night long!

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  George and Dragon     map Address:  85 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 333122 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Wilton Sleeper + One Way - 8.30pm - Free entry

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Comedy: Oh Goody! An Audience with Tim Brooke-Taylor and Chris Serle - 7.30pm - A true master of comedy shares a wealth of great stories and anecdotes from his career on stage, screen and radio, including of course “The Goodies” and “I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue”. There are plenty of surprises too. Tim relates how he directed Orson Welles in a feature film, shot a memorable round of golf with Sevvy Ballesteros, persuaded David Frost to employ Marty Feldman and played a key role in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. We'll hear stories about John Cleese, Richard Wilson, Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie and many more. With luck Tim may just be persuaded to reveal the truth about Samantha and the rules of Mornington Crescent. Add to all this warmth and good humour plenty of clips of great moments from Tim's TV and film appearances and you're sure of a memorable evening of fun and laughter.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  St Francis Church     map Address:  Beatrice Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3PN Event:  Salisbury Sinfonia Concert - 7.30pm - Salisbury Sinfonia website: www.salisburysinfonia.org. Salisbury Sinfonia on Facebook: www.facebook.com/salisburysinfonia. Classical orchestra. Salisbury Sinfonia presents an annual season of concerts in and around Salisbury. It aims to provide interesting and varied programmes of music. The orchestra's core repertoire is that of the classical period, particularly Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, but its concerts have included a wide range of works, from Baroque to the 21st century. It also sets out to encourage young, particularly local, instrumental soloists, composers and conductors.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Duck Inn     map Address:  Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1PU Telephone:  01722 697771 Event:  Brown Dog Band - 9pm - Rock and blues band.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Radnor Arms Address:  Homington Road, Nunton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4HS Telephone:  01722 329722 Event:  Guy Halls: Nuevo Flamenco - 8pm - Guy Halls website: www.reverbnation.com/guyhalls. Guy Halls on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GuyHalls.NuevoFlamenco. Professional guitarist combining Latin, pop, jazz and Nuevo Flamenco styles. Guy Halls is a professional guitarist based in Salisbury. With over 30 years of experience of live performances, his repertoire combines Latin, Pop, Jazz and Nuevo Flamenco. Being a multi-instrumentalist, percussion, bass guitar and keyboards, he started producing home recordings of his original compositions.

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The New Inn     map Address:  10 High Street, Amesbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7DL Telephone:  01980 258070 Event:  Lady Winwoods Maggot - Lady Winwoods Maggot on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ladywinwoodsmaggot. Lady Winwoods Maggot website: www.ladywinwoodsmaggot.co.uk. Americana/Death Western/Hellbilly. Lady Winwoods Maggot describe themselves on Facebook as: "Sometimes an angel choir. Sometimes a chainsaw going through puppies. The Clash mating with Johnny Cash. Death Western. Hellbilly."

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Langford Parish Hall     map Address:  Duck Street, Hanging Langford, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 4PA Event:  Langfords Acoustic Cafe: Paul McClure + Danielle Sharp + Mostly + The Langfords - 8-11pm - 4 acts, candle-lit music night, cafe feel. Take your own drinks / snacks. £7 on the door. Tables, chairs and glasses provided. Contact 01722 790136 / 07703 955135. https://www.facebook.com/groups/613161982038535/

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Plough Address:  189 Bulford Road, Durrington, Wiltshire, SP4 8HB Event:  Disco - 9pm

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Sixpenny Handley Village Hall     map Address:  Common Road, Sixpenny Handley, Dorset, SP5 5NU Event:  Polly Morris Band @ Sixpenny Sessions - 7.30pm - Dorset Based Comic Folk Band. If you could imagine the love child of Bill Bailey and Victoria Wood that would be Polly Morris. Her observational comedy songs about such things as supermarket shopping or the perils of e-mail, are songs that you can instantly identify with . See her with her band in Sixpenny Handley Village Hall in October - not to be missed!

Saturday 07 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Kings Somborne Village Hall     map Address:  Kings Somborne, Hampshire, SO20 6PP Event:  Front Country - 7.30pm - An acoustic band born in the land of tech innovation, Front Country are in no way an ordinary American roots band. Cutting their teeth in progressive bluegrass jams in San Francisco's Mission District and rehearsing in the East Bay, they learned to play roots music their own way, and have forged a sound hell-bent on merging the musical past with the future.

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Monday 09 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Blues Jam - 8.30-11pm - Take along a guitar, bass, harmonica, sax, whatever - or just yourself and your voice. Or simply pop in and enjoy the music. Although Blues is the main genre, it's not exclusive- rock & roll, bit of country - basically anything in the 12 bar format. PA, backline amps & drums are all provided, so just turn up!

Monday 09 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Royal Oak Address:  Langford Road, Great Wishford, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 0PD Telephone:  01722 445401 Event:  Open Mic Night - 8pm - Join Georgina, Kim and the rest of the wonderful Open Mic performers who have made this such an outstanding night every fortnight over the last 18 months.

Tuesday 10 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Pelican Inn Address:  Warminster Road, Stapleford, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 4LT Telephone:  01722 792786 Event:  Open Mic Night - 7.30pm - New open mic night at the Pelican inn in stapleford

Wednesday 11 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  MET Opera: Bellini's Norma - 5.55pm - Norma is the high priestess of the Druids and daughter of their leader Oroveso. But she is also in love with Pollione, proconsul of their Roman oppressors, and secretly has had two children with him. Matters get even more complicated when another priestess, Adalgisa, innocently confesses to Norma that she has fallen love with Pollione, who in turns wants to take Adalgisa back to Rome with him. Bellini's exquisite music conveys every nuance of the characters' emotional dilemma, all the way through to the drama's shattering conclusion.

Thursday 12 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Thursdays - Two Fifty - 8pm-3am - Its as simple as this: EVERYTHING IS £2.50! The best electronic music from around the World brought to you by Karl West and a handpicked selection of local DJs. Students, young professionals and party animals this night is for you! Tie up with your mates, get out and come and cut some shapes on the dance floor. Free entry before midnight, £2.50 after. Students free all night.

Thursday 12 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Just Because - 9-11pm - Just Because on Facebook: www.facebook.com/just.because.acoustic. Acoustic duo. Acoustic tunes. Harmonies. A duo. Songs you like. Songs you can sing. Songs in a way you've never heard before.

Thursday 12 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Sheelanagig - 8pm - A high energy quintet with a well-stocked armoury of stringed instruments – guitar, fiddle, double bass – and a bagful of joint-jumping tunes. Sheelanagig puts both groove and stomp into a selection of traditional and original European folk music dating from the medieval times to present day. They sure know how to get a party started. Expect fun, a lot of laughs and some great music.

Thursday 12 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Duck Inn     map Address:  Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1PU Telephone:  01722 697771 Event:  Sarum Live Open Mic & Jam - 6th Anniversary - 8pm - It's Sarum Live's 6th anniversary event and they will be celebrating in the usual way, so take along your warm voices, strings, sticks, key and blowing things for a fantastic party. All welcome. Board opens at 7.30pm and the warm-up jam at 7.45pm.

Thursday 12 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bull Hotel     map Address:  The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HL Telephone:  01722 580681 Event:  Open Mic / Jam Night - 8-11pm - PA provided. Performers, singers, jammers welcome. www.facebook.com/groups/251315751866871

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  Abstract - Abstract website: www.abstractmusic.co.uk. Classic rock and pop covers band. Abstract is a band made up of experienced musicians that have been playing classic pop and rock together for 20+ years.

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Cosy Club Address:  College Chambers, 49 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 334824 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Hop Back Blues Band - 8.30pm - Free entry - Hop Back Blues Band on Facebook: www.facebook.com/hopbackbluesband. Blues band.

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Fridays - Mash Up Fridays - 10pm-3am - Resident DJ Darren Cee will be delivering the latest and greatest music in The Courtyard in a short, sharp, mash-up format. Expect Hip Hop, R&B, House, Disco, Garage and Old School party music. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am. NHS Staff free before 12.30am.

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Jack The Card - Acoustic.

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Red Crow - 9.30-11.30pm - The RedCrow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-RedCrow-547577821930649. Band that plays rock, blues, soul/funk covers plus some originals. The RedCrow play a powerful blend of Classic and Heavy Rock, Blues, Soul/Funk covers, & home grown originals.

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Punkture + Never Surrender - 8.30pm - Free entry

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Five Bells Address:  28 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EG Telephone:  01722 320366 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Stoneage Monkey - 8.30pm - Free entry - Stoneage Monkey website: stoneagemonkey.wix.com/stoneagemonkey. Stoneage Monkey on Facebook: www.facebook.com/stoneagemonkey. Covers and originals rock band. Guitar-based classic, vintage and hard rock band from Sailsbury that play some of their own rock originals, plus covers various artists such as the Rolling Stones, Kings of Leon, T-Rex and many more.

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  The Illegal Eagles - 7.30pm - Often acclaimed as the World's Official No.1 Eagles tribute, The Illegal Eagles return to the stage in 2017, this time celebrating their own incredible 20 years of UK & international touring!

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  Harker + The Stayawakes + The Sour Taste - 8.30pm - awesome indie punk outfit Harker from Brighton making their Winchester Gate debut! Support from Pompey based The stayawakes who are also new to Salisbury so show them both some love! Plus now added the Sour Taste for some extra awesomeness! Kicks off around 8.30pm and is FREE!

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Livestock Market Address:  Stockman's Lounge, Auction Centre, Netherhampton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 8RH Telephone:  02380 869720 Event:  New Orleans Jazz Bandits - 7pm doors, 8pm music

Friday 13 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bull Hotel     map Address:  The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HL Telephone:  01722 580681 Event:  Chris Banderas - 10pm - Chris Banderas website: www.lemonrock.com/chrisbanderas. Chris Banderas on Facebook: www.facebook.com/chris.banderas.5. Professional solo rock guitarist. Chris is a professional rock guitarist with over 42 years in the music business. He has played with two major signed bands and as performed thousands of gigs across the globe.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  St Thomas's Church     map Address:  St Thomas's Square, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BA Telephone:  01722 322537 Event:  The Sarum Consort: The Secret Byrd - 7.30pm - Consort songs and motets by William Byrd, Thomas Tallis, Heinrich Schütz and Giovanni Paolo Cima are interweaved amongst movements of Byrd's beautiful miniature Mass for Three Voices in this intimate performance of music for the recusant Catholic church in 16th century England. Ticket Prices: £18 (£15 in advance, £12 for each additional ticket) / £5. Book online at http://www.sarumconsort.org or purchase in from Casa Fina, 62 High Street, Salisbury

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Innovator - 9.30-11.30pm - Innovator website: www.innovatormusic.com. Innovator on Facebook: www.facebook.com/innovatormusic. Rock band. Salisbury-based rock band.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Cosy Club Address:  College Chambers, 49 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 334824 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Innervision - 8.30pm - Free entry - Innervision website: www.innervisioninfo.co.uk. Innervision on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Innervision-1100414450012383. Popular hits covers band: 70s to the present day. Innervision entertain audiences with a wide range of hits from 70s, 80s, 90s and present day, from Jackie Wilson and James Brown to the Supremes, Abba, Van Halen, Michael Jackson, right through to recent acts such as Duffy, Jason Derulo, Glee, Snow Patrol, Kings of Leon and Lady Gaga.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Saturdays - The Big One - 8pm - The Chapels resident DJs, artists and entertainers strive to deliver something that people across all ages and demographics enjoy. Saturday nights are spread across all four rooms and are always massive. Arrive early to avoid queues and late door charges. Dress to impress. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Music Box Address:  48 Catherine Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2DD Telephone:  01722 349945 Event:  House, Disco & Techno Night - 10.30pm - Expect funky tunes, club classics and filthy beats all night long. If you're into your Eats Everything, Skream Jackmaster & Solardo kind of sets than this shall be the night for you! https://www.mixcloud.com/psychonotpsycho Entry is free before 11 o'clock Free entry for NHS, Military & Students.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Mudeford Crabs - 9pm - Mudeford Crabs website: www.mudefordcrabs.com. Mudeford Crabs on Facebook: www.facebook.com/THE-MUDEFORD-CRABS-149978448361001. Classic rock covers band. The Mudeford Crabs are a classic rock covers band playing Pink Floyd, The Who, Free, Genesis, The Beatles, plus many more. Go along catch a dose of The Crabs! You'll soon be itching for more!

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  Shane Filan - 7.30pm - Hot off the back of announcing his new album “Love Always” Shane Filan has announced his major indoor UK Tour – “Love Always” - taking in some of the UKs best loved venues, and the tour is coming to the Salisbury City Hall on Saturday 14 October 2017.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Five Bells Address:  28 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EG Telephone:  01722 320366 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Hotrocks - 8.30pm - Free entry - A rare pub outing for this covers band who specialise in weddings and parties. "Thank you very much Hotrocks for a top top gig in Salisbury last night! Hotrocks were truly proved to be scorching hot! A night well-spent with fine musicianship covering a wide variety of classic anthems to modern grooves! This definitely will be the first of many..." - Will. Hotrocks website: www.hotrockssalisbury.co.uk. Hotrocks on Facebook: www.facebook.com/hotrockssalisbury.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Killer Bunny - 8.30pm - Free entry - Killer Bunny on Facebook: www.facebook.com/killerbunnyrock. Rock covers band. Killer Bunny is an exciting rock covers band that rock from "Kylie to Muse" and everything in between. Everything is mainly contemporary and they have something in their kit bag for everyone! They have a killer singer with a killer style all of her own and she is ready to push you off the edge and you WILL dance your backsides off! So if you want a KILLER night, you better call Killer Bunny!

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  The Royal Blasphemy + Bitter Divide - 8.30pm - Free entry - The Royal Blasphemy all the way from Portugal plus support from Bitter Divide!

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Live Lunch: Harry Pane - noon-2pm - Harry Pane is a singer-songwriter from Northamptonshire. His live performance delivers effortless energy and he has a distinctive tone to his voice.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  MET Opera: Mozart's Die Zauberflote - 5.55pm - Music Director Emeritus James Levine conducts the full-length, German version of Mozart's magical fable, seen in Julie Taymor's spectacular production, which captures both the opera's earthy comedy and its noble mysticism.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Devizes Inn     map Address:  53-55 Devizes Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7LQ Telephone:  01722 416630 Event:  Lewis Green - THE GOOCH - 8pm - Free entry - Acoustic Launch Nights DEVIZES INN Lewis Green....is THE GOOCH Blues Saturday 14th October 8pm

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Duck Inn     map Address:  Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1PU Telephone:  01722 697771 Event:  Barely Legal - 9pm - Barely Legal on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/legalrock. Barely Legal website: www.barelylegalrockband.com. Classic guitar rock covers band. Barely Legal is a sensational rock band playing classic and twin-lead guitar rock covers from the 1970s to the present day. The choices and styles of music the band plays are intended to impress, with every member delivering energetic, professional and quality performances that leaves audiences shouting for more at the end of every gig.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury & South Wilts Sports Club Address:  Wilton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 9NY Telephone:  01722 327108 Event:  Multiple Sounds featuring: The Crazy Chicks + Solarbird + Total Recall + Blackwater Void + George Agombar Band + Fret N Keyz - 5pm - In aid of Multiple Sclerosis Trust. Lighting and sound provided by Heartbeat Duo. Tickets £5.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  St Martin's Church     map Address:  St Martin's Church Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2HY Event:  We got rhythm - a toe-tapping selection of dances for two pianos - 4pm - Two Pianos - pianists Gill Bolton and Nicholas Woods - present a toe-tapping selection of two piano music including Porgy and Bess Fantasy by Gershwin arr.Grainger, Suite for two Pianos by Richard Rodney Bennett, Classical Symphony by Prokofiev arr. Terashima and Brandenburg Concerto no.2 by Bach arr. Reger. Get those chilly toes tapping - Salisburys answer to Strictly. Home made buns included. Ticket Prices: £9 conc:, £6, family ticket £18. Tickets on the door or by telephoning 01722 333288.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Radnor Arms Address:  Homington Road, Nunton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4HS Telephone:  01722 329722 Event:  Guy Halls: Nuevo Flamenco - 8pm - Guy Halls website: www.reverbnation.com/guyhalls. Guy Halls on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GuyHalls.NuevoFlamenco. Professional guitarist combining Latin, pop, jazz and Nuevo Flamenco styles. Guy Halls is a professional guitarist based in Salisbury. With over 30 years of experience of live performances, his repertoire combines Latin, Pop, Jazz and Nuevo Flamenco. Being a multi-instrumentalist, percussion, bass guitar and keyboards, he started producing home recordings of his original compositions.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  White Horse Inn Address:  62 The Borough, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3LY Telephone:   01725 510408 Event:  Pick Ups - 8.30pm - Rock and roll band

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The New Inn     map Address:  10 High Street, Amesbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7DL Telephone:  01980 258070 Event:  Release the Monkey - 9pm - Release The Monkey on Facebook: www.facebook.com/releasethemonkeyband. Release The Monkey website: rtmband.webs.com. Release The Monkey play a mixture of rock, funk, country and whatever else they feel suits. They gain new followers with every gig they play.

Saturday 14 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Churchill Arms     map Address:  Daggons Road, Alderholt, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3AA Telephone:  01425 652147 Event:  QED Rock Band - 8.30pm - QED website: www.reverbnation.com/qedrockband. QED on Facebook: www.facebook.com/qedrockband. Rock band. QED continues to be one of the UK's favourite south coast rock bands. Kicking-out hand-picked covers and infectious originals to audiences large and small for three decades, QED also boasts an expanding back catalogue of studio albums.

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Monday 16 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Georgian Room - Salisbury Recorded Music Society     map Address:  rear of 6-8 St Ann Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2HB Event:  Talk with CDs: Alan Forshaw - Works by pupils of famous composers - 7.30pm - Where: rear of the Guides Centre in St Ann St - entry off Carmelite way. Time: 7:30 Cost: £3 for non members. Parking is easy and free outside the door. Disabled access: yes

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Wednesday 18 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Pheasant Inn     map Address:  19 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1DT Event:  POETIKA 48 - Celebrating Charles Causley - his work and his land - 7.30pm - PLEASE NOTE: Due to the continued closure of the Cloisters Poetika will be again be at the Shoemakers Hall - the function room upstairs in the Pheasant Inn, 19 Salt Lane, Salisbury SP1 1DT. This month's Poetika is themed around Charles Causley, his poems and the county where he lived and loved, Cornwall.

Wednesday 18 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map Address:  6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  01722 656555 Event:  The Emery Recital - 7.30pm - Salisbury Cathedral Organ Recital Series for 2017 presents seven monthly evening organ recitals between April and October. Each recital features a big screen, allowing the audience to view the recitalist at work in the organ loft.

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Bridge Tap Address:  14 Fisherton Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RG Telephone:  01722 321024 Event:  Lucas Hardy - 7.30pm - Lucas Hardy website: http://thelucashardy.tumblr.com. Lucas Hardy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheLucasHardy. Acoustic singer songwriter.

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Thursdays - Two Fifty - 8pm-3am - Its as simple as this: EVERYTHING IS £2.50! The best electronic music from around the World brought to you by Karl West and a handpicked selection of local DJs. Students, young professionals and party animals this night is for you! Tie up with your mates, get out and come and cut some shapes on the dance floor. Free entry before midnight, £2.50 after. Students free all night.

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Music Box Address:  48 Catherine Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2DD Telephone:  01722 349945 Event:  Open Mic

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Phil Cooper - 9-11pm - Phil Cooper website: phil-cooper.co.uk. Phil Cooper on Facebook: www.facebook.com/philcoopermusic. Singer songwriter. Phil is a contemporary singer/songwriter who has earned excellent reviews from the national press, with his thought provoking songwriting and energetic, often unpredictable live performances drawing comparisons to Neil Finn, Glenn Tilbrook and Ben Folds.

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  Lulu - 7.30pm - Following on from her smash hit 2016 tour Lulu returns with her biggest tour yet!

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  Funke and the Two Tone Baby - 8pm - Funke and the Two Tone Baby website: www.funkeandthetwotonebaby.co.uk. Funke and the Two Tone Baby on Facebook: www.facebook.com/funkeandthetwotonebaby. A one-man mechanical alt-blues band..

Thursday 19 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bull Hotel     map Address:  The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HL Telephone:  01722 580681 Event:  Open Mic / Jam Night - 8-11pm - PA provided. Performers, singers, jammers welcome. www.facebook.com/groups/251315751866871

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  One Way - One Way on Facebook: www.facebook.com/musiconeway.

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Fridays - Mash Up Fridays - 10pm-3am - Resident DJ Darren Cee will be delivering the latest and greatest music in The Courtyard in a short, sharp, mash-up format. Expect Hip Hop, R&B, House, Disco, Garage and Old School party music. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am. NHS Staff free before 12.30am.

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Danny's Craft Bar & Kitchen Address:  2-4 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1DU Telephone:  01722 504416 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Odstocks + Stolen Jam - 8.30pm - Free entry

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Hannah Reid - 8pm - Free entry - Hannah Reid Acoustic set on Friday 20th October starting at 9pm free entry

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Hugh Budden & The Blue Chords - 9.30-11.30pm

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Five Bells Address:  28 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EG Telephone:  01722 320366 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Contraband - 8.30pm - Free entry - Contraband on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thecontrabandsalisbury.

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  Off The Cuff - 9pm - Free entry - Off The Cuff website: www.offthecuffband.co.uk. Off The Cuff on Facebook: www.facebook.com/offthecuffsalisbury. Funky pop and rock covers band playing hits from the 70s to the present. Salisbury-based band playing a mix of funky pop and rock from the 70s to the present day. With the emphasis on music you can dance to, the band have been generating a lot of local interest with their high standard of musicianship and vocals which always leaves the audience wanting more.

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Pretty Little Enemy + Faux + Miss Vincent - 8.30pm - Free entry

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Celebrate Jazz: Jacqui Dankworth & Charlie Wood - 7.30pm - Multi award-winning vocalist, Jacqui Dankworth is joined by acclaimed American pianist-vocalist, Charlie Wood for a unique concert of duets celebrating a century of song. Inspired by some of the great musical partnerships, such as Ray Charles & Betty Carter, Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong - the concert will feature numbers including: Alone Together, Autumn In New York, It Don't Mean a Thing, A Foggy Day, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and You've Got a Friend.

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bull Hotel     map Address:  The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HL Telephone:  01722 580681 Event:  RemedySounds - 9pm - Free entry - RemedySounds on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Remedysounds. Acoustic geek-hop/folk. Remedysounds is an award-winning loop pedal artist renowned for his raw vocal talent, skilful guitar playing and beat-boxing. After playing over 300 shows in 2013, and his completely unique live on-stage set-up and captivating live sets have won him a large online following of dedicated fans.

Friday 20 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Plough Address:  189 Bulford Road, Durrington, Wiltshire, SP4 8HB Event:  Solarbird - 9pm - Solarbird website: www.solarbirdband.co.uk. Solarbird on Facebook: www.facebook.com/solarbirdsalisbury. Rock covers band. Solarbird are a rock covers band, hailing from the ancestral city of Salisbury, combining powerful vocals with a very varied setlist and have music that will appeal to many age groups, with rock music from the 70s and 80s right up to the present day - guaranteed to keep you rocking all night long!

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  St Thomas's Church     map Address:  St Thomas's Square, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BA Telephone:  01722 322537 Event:  Celebrate Community - Instachoir - 11am/noon - Following the success of Instachoir 2016, this year there's another chance to be part of this unique instant choir event and create a fabulous community flash mob in the middle of the town centre. No previous singing experience is necessary, just a desire to have some fun with the brilliant singing mentors, Sarah Collins, Steve Giles and Lynsey Docherty. To join this year's choir fill out the registration form at http://www.celebratevoice.co.uk/celebrate-community---instachoir.html. The performance will take place at an outdoor location to be announced on the Celebrate Voice website on the day. Rehearsal 11am St Thomas's Church.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Under The Counter - 9.30-11.30pm - Under The Counter on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Under-The-Counter-656664767802406. Pop and rock covers band. A guitar band based in Gillingham, Dorset. On the 'rockier' side of music, nothing too 'heavy'.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Saturdays - The Big One - 8pm - The Chapels resident DJs, artists and entertainers strive to deliver something that people across all ages and demographics enjoy. Saturday nights are spread across all four rooms and are always massive. Arrive early to avoid queues and late door charges. Dress to impress. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Danny's Craft Bar & Kitchen Address:  2-4 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1DU Telephone:  01722 504416 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Glasshouse - 8.30pm - Free entry - Glasshouse on Facebook: www.facebook.com/glasshouseband. Rock/indie/alternative covers and originals band. Glasshouse are a covers band who perform a range of songs from across the last 6 decades. They also write and record their own songs, trying to find a middle ground somewhere between dynamic rock music, and more modern alternative sounds, and probably coming up with something else altogether!

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Speci-Man (Comedy Theatre) - 7pm - Loosely Based Theatre Company - SPECI-MAN - A new comedy by Jayne Woodhouse - Director: Calum Robshaw - Running time: 60 mins, followed by Q&A - TICKETS ONLINE: £10 / £8 Concessions - AUDIENCE ADVISORY: Contains strong language and adult humour.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  Strange Brew - 9pm - Free entry - Strange Brew website: www.strangebrew1.co.uk. Strange Brew on Facebook: www.facebook.com/strangebrew.graham. Rock and blues covers band with a touch of soul. Rocking blues with a touch of soul! Strange Brew live guarantee a good time with good music. 'Oldies but goodies' covers, ranging from 60s classics to Santana and The Eagles, mixed with soul and rock and roll.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Five Bells Address:  28 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EG Telephone:  01722 320366 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: The Mosquitoes - 8.30pm - Free entry - The Mosquitoes on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheMosquitoesduo. Acoustic rock, pop and indie covers duo. The Mosquitoes are a rock, pop and indie covers duo that plays mostly acoustic but mixed with some electric and acoustic beats. From old favourites right up to current chart hits.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Huntsman Tavern     map Address:  123 Gigant Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2BQ Telephone:  01722 329525 Event:  Blue Dog - 9pm - Blue Dog website: www.reverbnation.com/bluedog12. Blue Dog on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Blue-Dog-621800381226227. Blues band. Blue Dog is a Hampshire and New Forest-based Rhythm & Blues band.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Alldayer (2 stages) from 3pm - Free entry

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Harp and Tap - 7.30pm - This is harp music as you've never heard it before! Expect everything from Celtic music to jazz all played with rhythm and flair, mixed with some awe-inspiring dancing from one of the world's best tap dancers to to create an unforgettable, high-energy fusion.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Celebrate Opera: Hansel and Gretel - 7.30pm - Following two years of sell-out success with Puccini operas, La Bohème and Tosca, Celebrate Voices feature opera for 2017 is Engelbert Humperdincks evocative and magical fairytale Hansel and Gretel. The superb cast of international opera singers have performed at the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, Welsh National Opera and with festivals and companies worldwide. With the intimate and beautiful surroundings of the Medieval Hall transformed into an enchanted forest for the week, this exceptional cast will be joined by a childrens chorus of local young people, who take to the stage for this enchanting, family-friendly opera, translated into English especially for the 2017 Festival.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Devizes Inn     map Address:  53-55 Devizes Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7LQ Telephone:  01722 416630 Event:  EDDIE GEORGE - 8pm - Free entry - EDDIE GEORGE 60's - 70's- 80's music LETS DANCE Saturday 21st October 8pm

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Duck Inn     map Address:  Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1PU Telephone:  01722 697771 Event:  The Soul Asylum - The Soul Asylum on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/420302061426767. Soul covers band. Old-school soul with a few surprises. Artists covered from James Brown to Simply Red and Otis Redding to Amy Winehouse.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Radnor Arms Address:  Homington Road, Nunton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4HS Telephone:  01722 329722 Event:  Guy Halls: Nuevo Flamenco - 8pm - Guy Halls website: https://www.reverbnation.com/guyhalls. Guy Halls on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GuyHalls.NuevoFlamenco. Professional guitarist combining Latin, pop, jazz and Nuevo Flamenco styles. Guy Halls is a professional guitarist based in Salisbury. With over 30 years of experience of live performances, his repertoire combines Latin, Pop, Jazz and Nuevo Flamenco. Being a multi-instrumentalist, percussion, bass guitar and keyboards, he started producing home recordings of his original compositions.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Green Dragon Address:  Old Road, Alderbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3AR Telephone:  01722 710263 Event:  The 3 Amigos - 8.45pm - Live Hendrix and Cream - 60s & 70s hard psychedelic rock. Let the good times roll!

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  White Horse Inn Address:  62 The Borough, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3LY Telephone:   01725 510408 Event:  Big Mama & The Misfitz - 8pm - Back by popular demand

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The New Inn     map Address:  10 High Street, Amesbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7DL Telephone:  01980 258070 Event:  The Treblemakers - 9pm - The Treblemakers on Facebook: www.facebook.com/treblmkrs. Covers band playing songs from the 50s to the present. The Treblemakers play covers from the 50s to the present day. Having male and female vocalists gives them the scope to play anything that gets you up and dancing.

Saturday 21 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Durrington Club     map Address:  40 Windsor Road, Durrington, Wiltshire, SP4 8HG Telephone:  01980 594222 Event:  Robbie Williams Tribute - 9pm - Free to members.

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Monday 23 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Celebrate Makaton - 10am - Join a singing and signing presentation, with children, parents and staff from the John McNeill Opportunity Centre, Celebrate Voice musicians and Makaton leaders. This relaxed performance welcomes families and those with special needs who would love to be part of a singing celebration, using Makaton language as an aid to communicating song and enabling self-expression. Doors open 9.30am. Free entry but a ticket is required.

Monday 23 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Medieval Hall     map Address:  Sarum St. Michael, West Walk, Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EY Event:  Celebrate Opera: Hansel and Gretel - 7.30pm - Following two years of sell-out success with Puccini operas, La Bohème and Tosca, Celebrate Voices feature opera for 2017 is Engelbert Humperdincks evocative and magical fairytale Hansel and Gretel. The superb cast of international opera singers have performed at the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, Welsh National Opera and with festivals and companies worldwide. With the intimate and beautiful surroundings of the Medieval Hall transformed into an enchanted forest for the week, this exceptional cast will be joined by a childrens chorus of local young people, who take to the stage for this enchanting, family-friendly opera, translated into English especially for the 2017 Festival.

Monday 23 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Royal Oak Address:  Langford Road, Great Wishford, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 0PD Telephone:  01722 445401 Event:  Open Mic Night - 8pm - Open Mic every Fortnight with regular hosts - plug in and play

Tuesday 24 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Celebrate A Cappella: The Swingles - 7.30pm - This year's Celebrate Voice A Capella offering comes in the form of five-time Grammy award winners, The Swingles. For more than half a century, The Swingles have pushed the boundaries of vocal music. The seven young singers that make up today's London-based group are driven by the same innovative spirit that has defined them since they first made waves in the 1960s. At a time when a cappella music is more popular than ever, The Swingles are recognised as masters of their craft.

Tuesday 24 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Pelican Inn Address:  Warminster Road, Stapleford, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 4LT Telephone:  01722 792786 Event:  Open Mic Night - 7.30pm - Fortnightly open mic night returns. All welcome be it music, stand up or even poetry recital.

Wednesday 25 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Medieval Hall     map Address:  Sarum St. Michael, West Walk, Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EY Event:  Celebrate Opera: Hansel and Gretel - 7.30pm - Following two years of sell-out success with Puccini operas, La Bohème and Tosca, Celebrate Voices feature opera for 2017 is Engelbert Humperdincks evocative and magical fairytale Hansel and Gretel. The superb cast of international opera singers have performed at the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, Welsh National Opera and with festivals and companies worldwide. With the intimate and beautiful surroundings of the Medieval Hall transformed into an enchanted forest for the week, this exceptional cast will be joined by a childrens chorus of local young people, who take to the stage for this enchanting, family-friendly opera, translated into English especially for the 2017 Festival.

Wednesday 25 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Blackledge Theatre     map Address:  Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2RA Event:  Celebrate Operetta - Tales of Offenbach - 7.30pm - Opera della Luna's continued mastery of comic operetta is presented at Celebrate Voice 2017 with two crazy operas in one unforgettable evening! Jeff Clarke's universally acclaimed double-bill Croquefer and L'ile de Tulipatan set the atmosphere crackling with razor-sharp wit, a first-rate cast and hints of Blackadder and Monty Python styles. With the perfect balance of spoken and musical comedy, this accessible operetta will be accompanied by a professional chamber orchestra.

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Thursdays - Two Fifty - 8pm-3am - Its as simple as this: EVERYTHING IS £2.50! The best electronic music from around the World brought to you by Karl West and a handpicked selection of local DJs. Students, young professionals and party animals this night is for you! Tie up with your mates, get out and come and cut some shapes on the dance floor. Free entry before midnight, £2.50 after. Students free all night.

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Jack Moore - 9-11pm - Jack Moore website: www.soundcloud.com/jack-moore-music. Jack Moore on Facebook: www.facebook.com/jsmooremusic. Singer-songwriter. English musician, singer and songwriter.

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  John Mayall - 7.30pm - For over 50 years, John Mayall has served as a pioneer of blues music, rightly earning him the title, "The Godfather of British Blues".

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Medieval Hall     map Address:  Sarum St. Michael, West Walk, Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EY Event:  Celebrate World - Gil do Carmo - 7.30pm - Singer and composer, Gil do Carmo, son of world-famous Portuguese fado singer Carlos do Carmo, presents an evening of remarkable fusion music, combining traditional Portuguese styles with a modern jazz twist, as well as showing a multiculturalism that embraces countries such as Brazil, Cape Verde, and Angola. Ahead of his London showcase at the renowned Pizza Express Jazz Club, and as part of the Songlines Magazine Portuguese Fado series, Gil will present his new music, through influences from the Lisbon style, using his intimate band set-up of acoustic guitar, Portuguese guitar and accordion.

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury & South Wilts Sports Club Address:  Wilton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 9NY Telephone:  01722 327108 Event:  Music4Fun: Open Mic and Jam Session - 7.30pm - Live open mic and jam sessions. Regular live gigs and open mic & jam sessions.

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Blackledge Theatre     map Address:  Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2RA Event:  Celebrate Family II - Opera Quest - 2pm - Opera – is it as scary as it sounds? Find out as you travel on a true Heroes Quest with the English Pocket Opera Company. This exciting interactive show, set against the professional backdrop of Tales of Offenbach, introduces children of all ages to the exotic and irrational world of opera and shows how the twelve stages of the heros journey apply to Greek myths, Harry Potter, Star Wars and even The X Factor! With Action, Words and Music as our superpowers, this is a sing-a-long adventure to remember.

Thursday 26 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bull Hotel     map Address:  The Headlands, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HL Telephone:  01722 580681 Event:  Open Mic / Jam Night - 8-11pm - PA provided. Performers, singers, jammers welcome. www.facebook.com/groups/251315751866871

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  Cinnamon Jazz - 8pm - Cinnamon Jazz website: www.cinnamonjazz.co.uk. Cinnamon Jazz on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Cinnamon-Jazz-726363267506374. Mellow melodic jazz. Cinnamon Jazz specialises in mellow, melodic jazz, mainly bossa, swing.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bishops Mill     map Address:  7 The Maltings, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BD Telephone:  01722 412127 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Break Cover - 8.30pm - Free entry - Break Cover on Facebook: www.facebook.com/BreakCover. 60s to the present day pop and rock covers band. Winners of the 2014 and 2015 SMA Best Covers band, Break Cover play an energetic mix of classic rock covers from the 1960s to the present day. Renowned for their quality performances, they are now further enhanced with the addition of the lovely songbird Jem leading out the front.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Place     map Address:  Guildhall Square, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1TP Event:  Salisbury Vintage Market: Eve N Song - 12-4pm - Eve will be performing at Salisbury Vintage Market again this Friday afternoon from 12-4pm. Eve will be singing on the hour for half hourly intervals. Pop down. Loads to see and do. Lots of fantastic vintage stalls; arts and crafts etc. For more information about the vintage markets, visit http://www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk/v/vintage-markets. Eve N Song on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Eve-N-Song-1515235655413193. Rock, folk country covers solo singer. Solo singer covering rock, pop, country and disco hits of the 60s and 70s. Evie's style of music focuses on rock, folk and country and ranges from Petula Clark, Creedance Clearwater Revival, right up to Amy McDonald.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  The Deloreons - 9.30-11.30pm - The Deloreons website: www.thedeloreons.com. The Deloreons on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Deloreons. Party band covering pop, rock, funk and indie. The Deloreons are Salisbury-based party band, performing pop, rock, funk and indie hits from the last four decades. Each member of the band has graduated with music degrees, so they share an enthusiasm for playing live music at weddings, functions, clubs or bars.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Project Chapel - Halloween Special - 7-10pm - UNDER 18 EVENT - HALLOWEEN SPECIAL - KARL WEST x BATMAN BEATS - Fancy Dress is encouraged! ONLINE TICKETS. Tickets are also available on the door. ALL TICKETS INCLUDE CLOAKROOM AND FREE DRINK. Children wishing to leave the event early must be picked up by a parent or guardian.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Jack Card - 9pm - Free entry - Acoustic set

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Fridays - Mash Up Fridays - 10pm-3am - Resident DJ Darren Cee will be delivering the latest and greatest music in The Courtyard in a short, sharp, mash-up format. Expect Hip Hop, R&B, House, Disco, Garage and Old School party music. Free entry before 11pm / £5 after / Late door charge after 12.30am. NHS Staff free before 12.30am.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  So It Goes - 9pm - So It Goes on Facebook: www.facebook.com/soitgoeslive. Live music with So It Goes. Indie - Brit pop - Alternative covers.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  Live Wire - 8pm - Live/Wire is The AC/DC Show. The unique six-man tribute to rock music's greatest band AC/DC, complete with cannons, a wall of Marshalls' and over two hours of High Voltage Rock 'n' Roll.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Huntsman Tavern     map Address:  123 Gigant Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2BQ Telephone:  01722 329525 Event:  Salisbury Live October Roadshow: Eve N Song - 8.30pm - Free entry - Eve N Song on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Eve-N-Song-1515235655413193. Rock, folk country covers solo singer. Solo singer covering rock, pop, country and disco hits of the 60s and 70s. Evie's style of music focuses on rock, folk and country and ranges from Petula Clark, Creedance Clearwater Revival, right up to Amy McDonald.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Comedy: Barnstormers October - 8.30pm - Ending the month with a healthy dose of laughter, Barnstormers brings you three great comedians from the London comedy circuit introduced by a guest compere.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Winchester Gate     map Address:  Rampart Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JA Telephone:  01722 503362 Event:  Winni Halloween Party with All Ears Avow - 8pm - Free entry - All things spooky this Friday with a big old Halloween party. Live music from ALL EARS AVOW plus support. Cider apple bobbing, prizes for the spookiest fancy dress, Halloween-themed drinks and tunes from the crypt in the main bar.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Medieval Hall     map Address:  Sarum St. Michael, West Walk, Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EY Event:  Celebrate Opera: Hansel and Gretel - 7.30pm - Following two years of sell-out success with Puccini operas, La Bohème and Tosca, Celebrate Voices feature opera for 2017 is Engelbert Humperdincks evocative and magical fairytale Hansel and Gretel. The superb cast of international opera singers have performed at the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, Welsh National Opera and with festivals and companies worldwide. With the intimate and beautiful surroundings of the Medieval Hall transformed into an enchanted forest for the week, this exceptional cast will be joined by a childrens chorus of local young people, who take to the stage for this enchanting, family-friendly opera, translated into English especially for the 2017 Festival.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Devizes Inn     map Address:  53-55 Devizes Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7LQ Telephone:  01722 416630 Event:  One Way - 8pm - Free entry - One Way on Facebook: www.facebook.com/musiconeway. Ben Williams .... as ONE WAY

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Blackledge Theatre     map Address:  Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2RA Event:  Celebrate Operetta - Tales of Offenbach - 7.30pm - Opera della Luna's continued mastery of comic operetta is presented at Celebrate Voice 2017 with two crazy operas in one unforgettable evening! Jeff Clarke's universally acclaimed double-bill Croquefer and L'ile de Tulipatan set the atmosphere crackling with razor-sharp wit, a first-rate cast and hints of Blackadder and Monty Python styles. With the perfect balance of spoken and musical comedy, this accessible operetta will be accompanied by a professional chamber orchestra.

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  White Horse Inn Address:  62 The Borough, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3LY Telephone:   01725 510408 Event:  Halloween party with Karaoke - 8pm - Halloween costume party with karaoke

Friday 27 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Plough Address:  189 Bulford Road, Durrington, Wiltshire, SP4 8HB Event:  Runaway Train - 8.45pm - Runaway Train website: www.runaway-train.co.uk. Runaway Train on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Runaway-Train-1108753345809304. Five piece covers band. Runaway Train are a covers band playing music from Stereophonics, Train, U2, James, Killers, Zutons, James Bay, etc. Comprising of drums, bass guitar, lead and rhythm guitars, keyboards and strong vocalists, they are able to play covers from The Kinks to The Killers.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Truth Bar Address:  5 Bridge Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3JH Telephone:  07384 348620 Event:  A Night On The Spirits - Halloween night at TRUTH - 8pm - TRUTH - Salisbury's only official LGBT venue. Their first Halloween party - The FREAKIEST night out, fancy dress is encouraged!

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Market Inn Address:  16 Butcher Row, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EP Telephone:  01722 324528 Event:  The Runaways - 8pm - The Runaways on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RunawaysImprov. Improvisational comedy troupe. The Runaways bring their fun-filled, action-packed improvised comedy to the good people of Salisbury! A group of Durham alumni who performed together at the Edinburgh Fringe bring you their variety show Value For Funny.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bishops Mill     map Address:  7 The Maltings, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BD Telephone:  01722 412127 Event:  Halloween Special: Saints of Sin - 8.30pm - Saints of Sin on Facebook: www.facebook.com/saintsofsinUK. Hard rock/hair metal band playing original music. Saints Of Sin are a young orignals rock band known for their energetic stage presence and showmanship with catchy songs and talented musicianship.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Lycanda - 9.30-11.30pm - The Original Lycanda Rockin' Blues Band on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Lycanda. Blues band. Back in 1973 some school boys set up a band called Lycanda, writing their own edgy material and playing "The Blues". Time gave them a small window until punk arrived and blues was thrown into the archives. In 1974, though still friends, they went their separate ways. One turned professional as a session man playing all over the word, another joined bands and made a name in the USA and the third went to university and became a writer. By chance, their paths crossed again and they were back on stage in September 2016. Emerging from the vaults, the band has been reborn, now joined by a fourth member on bass. The Original Lycanda Rockin Blues Band are back and better than ever.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Chapel Live Address:  34 Milford Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP Telephone:  01722 504255 Event:  Nightmare on Milford Street - 8pm - The Chapel Nightclub plays host to Salisbury's biggest Halloween party! ‘Nightmare on Milford Street' promises an amalgamation of twisted horror themes, old and new. The venue will be transformed into a selection of notorious horror movies for our biggest night of the year. Previous Resident DJ J-Fresh will also be joining us in The Chapel Room to celebrate the release of his debut album ‘Fruit Salad'. 3 rooms of entertainment. Fancy dress is encouraged. Free entry via The Vestry (Once full the front door charge applies). No V.I.P packages available on the night. This event may reach max capacity, arrive early to avoid disappointment. Arrive extra early for Free Entry via The Vestry Bar.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Avon Brewery Inn     map Address:  75 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 334744 Event:  Salisbury Live Roadshow: THE BROWN DOG BAND - 8.30pm - Rock and blues from exceptional musicians.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Music Box Address:  48 Catherine Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2DD Telephone:  01722 349945 Event:  General Levy Halloween Party - 10pm

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Five Bells Address:  28 Salt Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EG Telephone:  01722 320366 Event:  Off The Cuff - 9pm - Off The Cuff website: www.offthecuffband.co.uk. Off The Cuff on Facebook: www.facebook.com/offthecuffsalisbury. Funky pop and rock covers band playing hits from the 70s to the present. Salisbury-based band playing a mix of funky pop and rock from the 70s to the present day. With the emphasis on music you can dance to, the band have been generating a lot of local interest with their high standard of musicianship and vocals which always leaves the audience wanting more.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  George and Dragon     map Address:  85 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3SP Telephone:  01722 333122 Event:  Bonsai Pirates - 8.30pm - Bonsai Pirates website: www.bonsaipirates.com. Bonsai Pirates on Facebook: www.facebook.com/bonsaipirates. Rum-soaked folk!. The Bonsai Pirates are a 5-piece folk-pop-indie-pirate act! Their aim at every show is to get people up, dancing, singing and smiling. They sings songs of love, booze, the sea and tattoos, perfect for any festival or venue! Their line-up boasts guitar, bass, drums, male and female vocals and French rap!

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Huntsman Tavern     map Address:  123 Gigant Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2BQ Telephone:  01722 329525 Event:  Halloween Party: Disco and Karaoke - 8pm - Fancy dress (prize for the best).

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury City Hall Address:  Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Telephone:  Box office: 01722 434434 Event:  From the Jam - support from The Vapors - 7pm - In 1982 The Jam released their last studio album "The Gift". Often cited as one of the band's finest albums, "The Gift" featured singles "Town Called Malice", "Just who is the 5 O'Clock Hero" and "Precious".

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Wig and Quill     map Address:  1 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH Telephone:  01722 335665 Event:  Got2Funk - 9pm - Free entry - Got2funk70s on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Got2funk70s-1455830657988637. 70s and 80s covers band. What you are about to discover is a brand new vibe. Something you've never experienced before, something strong, smooth that provides good groove. Something called: GOT2FUNK. This is a covers band that plays 70s and 80s music.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Live Lunch: Salisbury Music Awards 2017 - The Passenger Club + Hannah Reid + One Way - noon-2pm - An acoustic set from this year's Salisbury Music Award acts.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Salisbury Arts Centre     map Address:  Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT Telephone:  Box office: 01722 320 333 Event:  Salisbury Music Awards 2017 - 8pm - an eclectic night of music celebrating the finest acts in Salisbury

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Medieval Hall     map Address:  Sarum St. Michael, West Walk, Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EY Event:  Celebrate Musical Theatre - Graham Bickley - 7.30pm - Star of the West End and the BBC's Friday Night is Music Night, Graham Bickley presents an evening of hit West End songs and stories from his thirty years as a leading man in Musical Theatre.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Duck Inn     map Address:  Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1PU Telephone:  01722 697771 Event:  Lady Winwoods Maggot - 9pm - Lady Winwoods Maggot website: www.ladywinwoodsmaggot.co.uk. Lady Winwoods Maggot on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ladywinwoodsmaggot. Americana/Death Western/Hellbilly. Lady Winwoods Maggot describe themselves on Facebook as: "Sometimes an angel choir. Sometimes a chainsaw going through puppies. The Clash mating with Johnny Cash. Death Western. Hellbilly."

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Radnor Arms Address:  Homington Road, Nunton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4HS Telephone:  01722 329722 Event:  Guy Halls: Nuevo Flamenco - 8pm - Guy Halls website: https://www.reverbnation.com/guyhalls. Guy Halls on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GuyHalls.NuevoFlamenco. Professional guitarist combining Latin, pop, jazz and Nuevo Flamenco styles. Guy Halls is a professional guitarist based in Salisbury. With over 30 years of experience of live performances, his repertoire combines Latin, Pop, Jazz and Nuevo Flamenco. Being a multi-instrumentalist, percussion, bass guitar and keyboards, he started producing home recordings of his original compositions.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Three Crowns Address:  Southampton Road, Whaddon, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3HB Telephone:  01722 710211 Event:  Halloween Party - 8.30pm - Adult Halloween party from 8.30pm with DJ Bubba King. Prize for the best fancy dress.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The New Inn     map Address:  10 High Street, Amesbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7DL Telephone:  01980 258070 Event:  Break Cover - 9pm - Break Cover on Facebook: www.facebook.com/BreakCover. 60s to the present day pop and rock covers band. Winners of the 2014 and 2015 SMA Best Covers band, Break Cover play an energetic mix of classic rock covers from the 1960s to the present day. Renowned for their quality performances, they are now further enhanced with the addition of the lovely songbird Jem leading out the front.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Stonehenge Inn     map Address:  2 Stonehenge Road, Durrington, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 8BN Telephone:  01722 433186 Event:  Kid's Halloween Party - 3-6pm - including halloween disco, spooky games and free buffet.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Bulford & District Working Mens Club     map Address:  31 High Street, Bulford, Wiltshire, SP4 9DR Event:  Stoneage Monkey - 9pm - Stoneage Monkey website: stoneagemonkey.wix.com/stoneagemonkey. Stoneage Monkey on Facebook: www.facebook.com/stoneagemonkey. Covers and originals rock band. Guitar-based classic, vintage and hard rock band from Sailsbury that play some of their own rock originals, plus covers various artists such as the Rolling Stones, Kings of Leon, T-Rex and many more.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Durrington Club     map Address:  40 Windsor Road, Durrington, Wiltshire, SP4 8HG Telephone:  01980 594222 Event:  The Coldplayer - 9pm - Coldplay tribute. free to non members and only £3 to non members.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Dog and Gun Address:  Salisbury Road, Netheravon, Wiltshire, SP4 9RQ Telephone:  01980 670838 Event:  Halloween Party with live DJ and Jack's Karaoke - 7pm-2am - Best dressed competition. Cocktail menu. Party games. Apple bobbing. Feel box. Pumpkin throw. Scary photo booth and much more.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Tally Ho! Address:  High Street, Broughton, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8AA Telephone:  01794 301280 Event:  Halloween Party at the Tally Ho! - 8pm - Live music, spooky cocktails, fancy dress. 8pm-midnight.

Saturday 28 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Grosvenor Hotel Address:  High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6EU Telephone:  01264 810606 Event:  Rod Stewart Tribute - 7pm - £35 per person. 3 course meal. Glass of Prosecco. Tel 01264 810606. Arrive at 7pm. Dinner at 7.30pm. Show starts 9pm. Call to book your table.

Sunday 29 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Medieval Hall     map Address:  Sarum St. Michael, West Walk, Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EY Event:  Celebrate Opera: Hansel and Gretel - 2pm - Following two years of sell-out success with Puccini operas, La Bohème and Tosca, Celebrate Voices feature opera for 2017 is Engelbert Humperdincks evocative and magical fairytale Hansel and Gretel. The superb cast of international opera singers have performed at the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, Welsh National Opera and with festivals and companies worldwide. With the intimate and beautiful surroundings of the Medieval Hall transformed into an enchanted forest for the week, this exceptional cast will be joined by a childrens chorus of local young people, who take to the stage for this enchanting, family-friendly opera, translated into English especially for the 2017 Festival.

Sunday 29 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Blackledge Theatre     map Address:  Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2RA Event:  Celebrate Voice Finale / Wrap Party - 7pm - Celebrate Voices final evening of performance brings together the festivals ‘special blend of leading vocalists and animateurs, and the singers they have been leading throughout the weekend for a closing concert of favourite songs. Audiences are invited to revel in the inclusive spirit of a Celebrate Voice participatory concert and finish the weekend with an uplifting occasion that appeals to anyone with a love of music, a sense of community and a love of parties! The perfect end to our 2017 programme of voice.

Monday 30 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  The Georgian Room - Salisbury Recorded Music Society     map Address:  rear of 6-8 St Ann Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2HB Event:  Salisbury Recorded Music Society (RMS): Jeremy Barlow with an illustrated talk on James Oswald - 7.30pm - Monday 30 October Rear of the Guides Centre, St Ann St, Salisbury SP1 2HB. Parking easy and free. 7:30pm Salisbury Recorded Music Society Jeremy Barlow with an illustrated talk on James Oswald a Scottish composer at the time of George III. Non-members £3. For details of the Society's programme see www.salisburyrms.org.

Tuesday 31 October 2017 -- EVENT HAS PASSED Venue:  Qudos     map Address:  38 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1BN Telephone:  01722 433233 Event:  Open Mic Night - 9-11pm

 

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The Sounds of Salisbury Podcast is back after a 2 year break
Bringing you the sounds of the music scene along with the voices of the community, Alex and Ellen will feature local music, fun conversation and community insight. Subscribe at soundsofsalisburypodcast.podbean.com and join them on Facebook at facebook.com/SoundsOfSalisbury.

Is This Thing On? Podcast
The best music you have never heard
Available on Spotify, iTunes and all good Podcast catchers, Nick Tann’s independent music Podcast ‘Is This Thing On?’. Dedicated to bringing you new music from unsigned bands from around the world - isthisthingonpodcast.com

 

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Spotlight

SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024



Mary and The Bubblegums

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