The Big Busk

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A celebration of live music and dance

This summer, community music and dance will be united in three celebratory events. The Big Busk will bring free performances by voluntary music and dance groups to public spaces – a high street, a bandstand and a shopping outlet village. Alongside the performances there will be free workshops for members of the public to try out music and dance.

There is a wealth of music and dance activity in the North East, and the Big Busk will celebrate all those who dance and make music purely for the love of it. Local areas will be brought to life as shoppers, workers and passers by enjoy live music and dance from local community groups. Whether it's a youth samba band, 'silver' steel panners or an enthusiastic folk group, the Big Busk will provide something for everyone to enjoy.

There will also be free drop in workshops for members of the general public to try out dance and get involved with music making. Led by experienced professionals, these workshops are a chance for children and adults to get involved and enjoy the experience of music and dance, whatever their age, experience or ability.

The Big Busk

Free informal performances and workshops! Bringing live music and dance to public spaces.

Ashington High Street, Saturday 24 July 2010, 12.30-3pm

Blyth Bandstand, Sunday 25 July 2010, 12.30-3pm

Dalton Park retail outlet village, Saturday 31 July, 11.45am-3.15pm

More details of each of the events and information for groups wanting to get involved can be found under Making Music North East's events here.

This event forms part of Making Music's 75th birthday celebrations.