TC & The Groove Family are a 10-piece collective whose music celebrates the coming together of cultures, and the unity that music can provide for everyone. Driven by drummer Tim […]
SOLD OUT! In Our School Yard! (pre-show special) Doors 5pm Music 5.30pm - 7pm Studio 1 The shoots of the grassroots! We've got some amazing young up-and-coming Mossley bands doing a special pre-show to our main In Our Backyard local band showcase. Come and see the next gen of musicians to come out of […]
From eccentric rock to cosmic pop to psych punk, you'll find sonic treats in every flavour at this celebration of the local music scene! Line up: Madame Claude Madame Claude deal in raucous ska based tunes, with flavour’s of disco, reggae and rocksteady. A fearsome live act with a growing catalogue of upbeat tunes, and […]
Award-winning clarinettist Arun Ghosh comes to The Vale for a night of feelgood music from across his five acclaimed albums. The Bolton musician and composer is a leading light on the UK jazz scene, and is considered a renowned innovator of modern IndoJazz. His band deliver a passionate sound, driven by soaring melodies, hypnotic rhythms […]
As part of The Vale's 4th birthday celebrations, we bring you an evening of epic music and dance! Juba do Leão Inspired by the floor-shaking rhythms and vibrant dances of North-Eastern Brazil, Juba do Leão take the audience on an enlightening tour of the intoxicating grooves of Brazil and beyond. Celebrating their own 20th anniversary […]
Due to unforeseen circumstance this event is postponed. We will reschedule a new date soon. We apologise for any inconvenience. Soothsayers A reputation as a great live band and innovative studio producers, Soothsayers take universally uplifting afro, jazz and dub infused sound to the next level combining high quality musicianship with a lyrical message, warm […]
Two of the world’s greatest percussionists come together for the first time in this extraordinary live collaboration. The Vale hosts an unmissable encounter between B C Manjunath, India’s foremost rhythmic innovator, and Sidiki Dembélé, the master djembe player and griot from the Ivory Coast. BC Manjunath, the Indian master of mridangam and konnakol, is internationally […]
As part of 20th year celebrations, The Unthanks scale back for some intimate shows, supporting today’s best small venues and including memorable ones from their early days. The shows will draw from all parts of their repertoire. Using the traditional music of the North East of England as a starting point, the influence of Miles […]
Folk legend Beans on Toast is coming to town We can't wait to have the amazing Beans on Toast back here at The Vale this November. A travelling troubadour for the ages, Beans is an entertainer, singer, songwriter, storyteller – and a master of his art. His songs celebrate the human spirit, from the beauty […]
Music • Dance • Craft • Community Sunday 23 November | 12pm – 4pm | The Vale, Mossley | Free Entry Presented by Djembe Kingdom in partnership with Global Grooves Step into a day of rhythm, movement, and connection as Sidiki Dembélé and his ensemble Percussion d’Abobo bring the spirit of Côte d’Ivoire to The […]
The Vale’s Big Festive Party Night! Kick off your festive season with a full throttle celebration at The Vale. We are thrilled to welcome Monster Ceilidh Band to the Vale for a high energy night of live music, dancing and winter cheer. Monster Ceilidh Band bring an irresistible mix of folk tunes, electro beats and […]
We want to extend a MASSIVE thank you to our amazing team of volunteers who bring so much energy, skill, and joy to our work. It delights us to have […]
The Sidiki Dembélé Ensemble brings together a collective of virtuoso West African musicians, each classically trained and deeply rooted in the musical traditions of their homeland. With a fluid line-up that shifts and evolves, the ensemble is always led by master percussionist, kora player, composer and arranger Sidiki Dembélé — a dynamic artist renowned for […]
“Folk at its most exalted” - The Observer Lisa Knapp and Gerry Diver are a remarkable musical partnership at the forefront of contemporary folk. Lisa’s spellbinding vocals and command of traditional song blend seamlessly with Gerry’s acclaimed production and multi-instrumental talents. Together, they create richly textured, emotionally resonant music rooted in English and Irish traditions, […]