Thursday, September 11, 2014

Black County Night at the Museum

My first gig, of what promises to be an exceptionally fine collection of autumn engagements, is at the Black Country Museum on their first ever 'Black Country Night'.

As well as playing on the main stage, Marie and I will be busking around the Museum's 'town' too.

Not only is this a great warm-up gig for us on our way to play at the NEC in October at the Open Mic UK Regional Finals, it's a great excuse to catch up with some old performer friends who'll also be playing/speaking at the museum. And, of course, it's always great to support a bit of local history and culture.

A huge thank-you to whoever included my name in the press release for the event, that appeared in the newspapers on websites.

Thanks also for comments such as:

 'Fantastic songs impeccably played. From wonderful ballads to stadium anthems with Brett's powerful voice and great guitar playing to Marie’s effortless rhythms.' (The Black Country Living Museum)

'There will also be music from some truly talented local musicians ... including Brett Huckfield and Linda Simpson' (visitbirmingham.com)

I will, of course, be accompanied by my wonderful percussionist, Marie Timmins, when I play at the museum. Other local artists appearing at the event, in no particular order (and this is by no means a complete list) are:

Pete Kelly
East West Infusion
Heather Wastie
Linda Simsdon
John Langford
The Empty Can
Bryn Philips
Wednesbury Players
The Got2Sing Choir

 Event details:

 The Black Country Night is on Saturday, 13th September, at the Black Country Living Museum.
Ticket Prices (in advance):

Adult £15.95
Concession £12.75
Young person £7.95
Carer £7.95

For tickets tel: 0121 520 8054 (Apparently, 'The Black Country Night is an advanced booking only event, 6.30pm - 10.00pm' so I'm assuming there aren't any tickets available on the door).