About this Event
An evening in the company of the Village Harmony Choir from Kings Bromley, along with the ASpire Community Band from Lichfield. Both making a return to the Festival after their debuts in 2025.
For Festival26, they will be performing separate sets of jazz and swing inspired pieces. For the second half of the evening, they will form a combined 40-piece band and choir to perform selected pieces from their repetoires.
The Kings Bromley Village Harmony Choir
The Village Harmony Choir marks the start of its 8th Year with this performance. The choir is delighted to again be opening the Jazz Festival and launching it in style.
Formed from singers from Kings Bromley and the surrounding villages, the 20-strong choir have been delighting audiences, since their formation, with their specially selected repertoires. The choir has performed in Lichfield, as well as many local villages, was shortlisted for The Staffordshire Choirs competition.
Taking up the challenge of extending its song-book and performing with a live band has led to some interesting and lively rehearsals.
“We were delighted to be invited to sing at the Jazz Festival and have the chance to further extend our jazz performances”, explained Musical Director, Kathryn Hopson. “Our arrangements of jazz standards, and beyond, allows the choir to display its full voice and range”.
ASpire Community Jazz Band
ASpire, the Lichfield-based community band, part of Lichfield Arts, will be performing a variety of its latest arrangements, and for the first time performing with a choir, taking tunes from the age of Swing to modern jazz.
The band has performed at the Lichfield Blues and Jazz Festival, Fuse Festival, Christmas Lights Switch-On, The Bowling Green, Lichfield, St John the Baptist, Shenstone, and numerous charity events.
Under the direction of its Musical Director, Josh Clayton, the ASpire big band will be sharing their enjoyment of playing and performing.
“Made up of enthusiastic amateur musicians, ASpire welcomes new players, new music, and especially new opportunities to showcase its expanded repertoire”, added Josh Clayton. “We are delighted to be returning to Kings Bromley, after appearing at the inaugural Jazz Festival26”.
Refreshments
The Kings Bromley Ladies Club supports village events and will be providing refreshments during the evening. On sale will be tea, coffee, savourys, assorted cakes and biscuits.
The Ladies Club was formed following a decision by members to separate from the W.I. in May 2024. There are now 28 members and anyone interested in joining us will be made welcome. The Club meets on the second Thursday of each month in the village hall from 2pm. There is a varied programme of events throughout the year.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Kings Bromley Village Hall, 35 Alrewas Road, King's Bromley, United Kingdom
GBP 8.00
