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Topnotes with Korg MicroPiano

Sunday 21st April

It was good news for Terry Stevens and Mary Collins when they claimed the star prize at a recent
Topnote Events weekend break in York. Korg UK kindly donated a superb MicroPiano (retailing at
£279) for the prize draw which was in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Terry and Mary, who play
major roles in the organisation of the Chelmsford Organ & Keyboard Club, are pictured receiving
their instrument from organisers Tony Stace & Andrew Nix who raise money for various charities at their festivals. From the events in York alone, the YAA have received in exces... Read more.

Over £10,000 Raised

Friday 1st March

John & Jackie Romero at Carillon Festivals would like to thank all who have supported their fund raising efforts for the "Winstons Wish Charity". Their February Music Organ & Keyboard Festival saw the fundraising total break the £10,000 milestone. 

A representative from Winstons Wish fundraising team said "Reaching £10,000 is truly amazing. Every penny really does make a difference and your ongoing support is invaluable in supporting bereaved children and their families.". You can find more details about the Winstons Wish charit... Read more.

A.O.E Musical Break...

Monday 11th February

The Association of Organ Enthusiasts is holding its Musical Break, at the Mercure Kidderminster Hotel, Habberley Road, Kidderminster, in the heart of rural Worcestershire, commencing on Monday 4th March. The residential event, our twenty-first at this venue, which runs for five days, is primarily a get-together for members, but there is ample capacity for day visitors, members or non-members, at a cost of just £5 per day which includes all sessions.
 
Artistes featured are Byron Jones, DirkJan Ranzijn, David Ingley, Chiho Sunamoto, Steve Hubble, Andrew Nix, David Thoma... Read more.

Fine Tune Events - Southport

Monday 4th February

Its not too late to book for the very first Fine Tune Events music festival in the coastal resort of Southport, Merseyside. This festival run by Nicholas Martin and Elizabeth Harrison will take place at the three-star Royal Clifton Hotel & Spa – which is situated on the Southport Promenade – just down from the historic pier. The hotel is a superb 120 room venue with numerous function rooms and impressive spa and leisure facilities. They already have over 150 guests coming along.

The event takes place on the weekend of March 8-11th, 2013 and Liz and Nick have already ... Read more.

Special Treat!

Saturday 19th January

Visitors to John and Jackie Romero's next Eastbourne O&K Festival will get an extra treat during the weekend. In addition to a fabulous line up that includes Chris Stanbury, Chris Powell, Matthew Bason & Jean Martyn, they have just announced the addition of Star Singer Matthew Ford. Award-winning vocalist Matthew is widely regarded as the finest big band singer in the UK, broadcasting regularly with the Halle, Philharmonia, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, City of Birmingham Symphony, BBC and RTE Concert Orchestras.

If you fancy a weekend getaway then there are still a few room... Read more.

Key Breaks In Torquay! Spaces now available!

Tuesday 13th November

Friday 23rd - Monday 26th November will see Chris Powell and Brett Wales (Key Breaks Music Ltd) hosting their next weekend festival event at the the stunning 4* Imperial Htel, Torquay.  With a fabulous line up including Jim Vogelmann, (top Lowery star from the USA), Tony Stace, John Mann, Andy Oakley, Matthew Bason, Ben Scott Hyde and of course, the weekends hosts, it is sure to be a great musical success!

The event has been sold out for many weeks now but due to a couple of cancellations they now have rooms available.  So, if you fancy a last minute late autumn brea... Read more.