 Free online musical learning with FutureLearn  There are two courses available, one focusing on learning more about music therapy and Nordoff Robbins, the other using music in a care setting. Amongst many other benefits, these free online courses could help you learn musical skills, understand the benefits of music and help the people you work with through using music. Find out more about the online courses The Specsavers Scottish Music Awards returns in November  The Specsavers Scottish Music Awards returns on Saturday 13 November with performances from The Fratellis, Nathan Evans and Nina Nesbitt, live from Glasgow’s famous Barrowland. And even if you’re not in Scotland, you can see some of Scotland’s finest musical talent and watch it live right from your home. Find out how you can watch the SMAs Brand new epsisodes of our podcast out now  Presented by DJ Chris Hawkins and music therapist, Louise Gregg, Three Track Therapy is all about the power of music. With stars such as Frank Turner, Colette Cooper and more, each episode sees a different musician open up about the importance of music and the three tracks that have had the biggest influence on their life. Listen to the latest episode today Open evening for our Master’s this Thursday (30 September)  If you’ve ever thought about a career in music therapy, or know someone who is interested, our open evenings are a great way to find out more and ask questions about the Master of Music Therapy programme, or the Sony Music Bursary. Sign up to the online open evening On Stage at Home Live! is back for three online sessions  On Stage at Home Live! is back for three more online musical sessions on Monday 11 October, Monday 18 October and Monday 25 October. And not only will music therapist, Emily, Tiny and Small Clanger be involved, but we have a very special guest coming along too. So if you have children under 5, or know someone that does, why not come along, sing, clap and make some music with us. Find out more and sign up today Musical resources for your home  We want to add musical value to your life, which is why we’ve created a suite of musical resources for you, your family or friends which are inclusive and accessible to all. Learn about our musical resources As a charity we receive no government funding, so we rely on the generosity and support of people like you, our supporters. Here are a few ways you can help Nordoff Robbins and the people we help. Fund music for others – you can make a one-off donation or become a regular giver to Nordoff Robbins here. Share your music therapy stories – We would love to hear your stories of how music therapy has helped you or a somebody you know. You can share your story here. Spread the word – We would love you to share our news with your friends and family and encourage them to sign up to our newsletter. We hope you stay safe and are looking after yourself. The Nordoff Robbins team |
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DAN WALSH gigs news 2021
| Dear all, It’s been a while since I wrote to you so I thought I’d let you know that real life gigs are slowly coming back! Yay! I thank all of you who watched my regular live streams which really helped me stay positive and keep ticking over during all this madness. Read on for details of new dates! |
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| I’m over the moon to have some gigs on my website again that don’t involve the words facebook or zoom! First up I’m back in my former home of Newcastle THIS SATURDAY! I can’t wait to be back – there are a few tickets left if you want to grab them. Here’s the full list as it stands for the rest of the year: JULY 10 NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE Bobiks https://www.punchbowlnewcastle.com/event-details/dan-walsh AUGUST 06 ALSTONEFIELD Memorial Hall (with Brooks Williams, Tom McConville and Nic Zuppardi) https://www.wegottickets.com/event/499009 07 ALSTONEFIELD Downhome Festival https://www.wegottickets.com/event/489509 18 MORECAMBE (AND ONLINE) More Music https://moremusic.org.uk/ (exact ticket link for the event shortly) 22 WHITSTABLE Whitstable Sessions (with Brooks Williams) https://www.whitstablesessions.co.uk/ses…/brooks-williams/ SEPTEMBER 04 WOODBRIDGE Maverick Festival https://maverickfestival.co.uk/ 10 BRISTOL Folk House (with Della Mae) https://bristolbeacon.org/shows/della-mae-2021/ 12 SHIPLEY Live Room (with Della Mae) https://www.seetickets.com/…/the-live-room…/1717529… 16 YORK Black Swan Folk Club http://www.blackswanfolkclub.org.uk/ 17 NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE The Globe (with Alistair Anderson) https://theglobenewcastle.bar/…/alistair-anderson-dan…/ 18 DUNBAR Music School (with Alistair Anderson) ticket link coming soon 23 CRAIL Folk Club (with Alistair Anderson) https://www.crailfolkclub.org.uk/ 29 STAFFORD Pocket Film Festival (live accompaniment to silent films!) http://www.unseencinema.co.uk/ OCTOBER 10 WALTON-ON-THAMES Riverhouse Barn https://thelittleboxoffice.com/riverhouse/book/event/140632 16 HARTLEPOOL Folk Festival (Urban Folk Quartet) https://www.hartlepoolfolkfest.co.uk/ 21 FAREHAM Ashcroft Arts https://www.ashcroft.org.uk/ 22 NEW MILTON Forest Arts https://www.forest-arts.co.uk/ 23 ALDERSHOT West End Centre https://www.westendcentre.co.uk/ |
| NEW ALBUMS ON THE WAY |
| The pandemic put pay to the original plan of releasing my live album recorded in January 2020 with a big solo tour in April/May/June that year. Sorry for such a delayed release folks but the whole plan was to sell it at gigs so it seemed sensible to wait til gigs were back! However, be assured it will be out soon and another studio album is also in the works I’m pleased to say. Stay tuned! |
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| Just a reminder, my Patreon page is up and running and I’m really pleased with how it’s going. If you’re not a banjo player but like my stuff then the lowest tier is probably for you – three exclusive videos each month including an in-depth look at one of my numbers. The other two tiers are aimed at banjo players with four new tabs each month (two easier, two harder) and for the top tier, detailed video tutorials on each tab plus a look each month at a different area of banjo technique. Lots of other stuff posted for everyone too! |
| SKYPE TEACHING |
| Just to remind, my skype lessons are also still avilable! This is something I’ve been doing for a good nine years now and thanks to the wonders of the internet I’ve taught people in Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Norway, Germany and here in England! Get in touch if you fancy a lesson – more details on the teaching page of my website: https://www.danwalshbanjo.co.uk/teachingandoutreach/ |
| Thank you all so much for the continued support. It’s a crazy life I’ve chosen, and you all make it possible and I am forever grateful. Best wishes, Danjo |
Fifty Gigs In A Day 