The unique sound of Alex Valentine in Glasbury

SINGER-songwriter and ‘cult folk-pop troubadour’ Alex Valentine brings his unique sound back to Glasbury on Saturday, March 27, with a set that will showcase his distinctive hook-laden tracks with their intelligent lyrics.

A belated Happy New Year to you all!

Apologies for neglecting the Wye Local Blog, my time has been spent starting up a sister publication called the Local Beacon. In September 2009 issue 1 was launched, since then I have had many late nights, lots of horrid days cold calling and most weekends have been spent in the office! But I am not complaining, the total opposite in fact. The Local Beacon has proved to be a big hit in Brecon (or Aberhonddu as the Welsh speaking say!) area; new businesses are contacting me each month; advertisers are receiving a great response; and the readers love it! Thank you to everyone for their support, especially Co my husband.

During this month, we will be making some changes to this site, details are to follow.

Also in February the Badham family will be sharing some exciting news . . . watch this space!

Lisa Marie x

Northern Harmony, world-music singing ensemble from Vermont USA, will be performing IN CONCERT on Saturday 20th March at Gwernyfed School Drama Studio, Glasbury, at 7.30 pm.  Concert ticket £7.50.  This concert is part of their 12th extended European tour, and is being organised by the Village Quire.

Hailed for their "sheer agility, vitality and power" by the Washington Post, this thrilling ensemble bring you unaccompanied singing styles from Corsica and Georgia, village music from the Balkans; South African folk and church songs; American shape-note singing and a cappella gospel.

Singing Workshop from 2-5 pm learning styles from the ancient three-part harmony tradition of Georgia, through South African folk harmony to American shape-note singing.  Workshop £10 (to be booked in advance), which will be informal and fun.   Joint workshop / concert ticket special price of £15.

To book tickets / workshop places or for further info ring 01497 847676 or see any member of the Village Quire.   Email quintet@villagequire.org.uk or visit website www.villagequire.org.uk

The Royal British Legion, whose club is in Market Square, Hay on Wye, through its membership and other fund raising, helps to support current and ex-service men and women and their dependents, a really worthwhile cause, and are planning to issue a newsletter to all members in the new year, in an effort to keep them in touch with whats happening at their Legion.