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Barbados is considered by many to be the music capital of the Caribbean. Each year, the island plays host to regional and international artistes, as Barbadians embrace a range of musical forms including Jazz, Opera, R&B, Classical, Calypso, Reggae and Gospel.
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2009 |
NOV |
01,08,15,22,29
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Samba Beer & Curry King Karaoke Competition
Attention all Karaoke fans!
$1500.00 in prize money and trophies to be won.
Music by DJ LC and Music is Magic DJs Lisa and Georgie
Semi Finals on November 22nd; Finals on November 29th
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Karaoke |
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2009 |
NOV |
01,08,15,22,29
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Music Afternoon at Cutters
Sundays starting around 2:00, local time, find the Stray Dogs playing for your enjoyment!
A Cutter is the traditional Bajan sandwich: a hearty salt bread roll with a healthy serving of flying fish, ham, or New Zealand cheddar, to name a few favorites. Add to these ingredients a country store with easy deli, wines, and peaceful music, and you've found Cutters of Barbados.
Come out and sing, play along or just come and enjoy. Music selections from your favorite Caribbean songs to 50's rock and so much in between!
Directions:;Pass the Crane Hotel on your right and Cutters is 150 yards further along on your left.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
03,04,05,10,11,12,17,
18,19,24,25,26
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Luppy at Lexy's Piano Bar
Lexy's is a Piano Bar catering to the over-30s.
In November, the featured artist is Luppy.;
A consummate piano man and entertainer, Luppy has been a crowd favorite at a number of night spots in St. Louis and is now a hit on the international scene. With a solid background in jazz, Luppy also specializes in Rat Pack tunes, Motown, Rock 'n' Roll, '80s music, contemporary pop and American sing-along classics. His upbeat performances will rally audiences into that partying mood.
Lexy serves great signature cocktails along with several excellent wines and champagnes by the glass. Happy hour happens nightly from 8:30pm - 10pm.
Enjoy a seat at the sushi bar or experience the fun of a Japanese steakhouse as teppanyaki chefs perform, cook and serve dinner for you at your table.
Reservations are strongly recommended.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
03,10,17,24
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Kite at the Silver Sands
iLandRock says "Kite's sound is the unlikely combination of elemental, spartan reggae and the moodiness of introspective/anthemic rock." ;;Kite is a two man outfit featuring vocalist JJ Poulter and guitarist Brian Marshall. Their most recent album is 13 Degrees North. ;;Kite plays during dinner - and a very fine dinner it will be too - but you can also go and sit by the bar and listen to them without taking dinner. ;;Cover charge is Bds $25.00, with $20.00 redeemable at the bar which is cashless. There is also a deposit of $10.00 for the internal cash card which you get back once you turn in the card.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
05,12,19,26
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Strategy the Band at The Ship Inn
Kirk Brown founded the band ‘Strategy the Band’ in November 2004. ;;Over the years, ‘Strategy the Band’ has become a household name to locals and visitors alike. With Tejay and Justin King completing the band’s frontline, the 3 vocalists cover a wide scope of genres, including, Dancehall, Soca, Reggae, R&B, Hip Hop and Fusions (Caribbean Pop). ;;Also appearing with Strategy are the Energy Dancers. ;;The Ship Inn is a nightclub in the heart of the St. Lawrence Gap entertainment area.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
05,12,19,26
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The Waterfront Quartet
This is a dinner with jazz event. ;;The VSOP is on vacation. ;It its place is a quartet that includes three of the VSOP members. ;;Band Leader is Tony Cummins who mostly plays the sax in this lineup, (which incidentally is his favourite instrument) although he occasionally blows his clarinet. ;;Other band members are VSOP stalwarts Robert Foster on drums and Cecil Bascombe on bass. These are joined by Mike Krinholtz who plays a mean piano. ;;Music featured is mainly from the fifties and sixties. ;;The Waterfront Cafe serves fine food. The menu offers a combination of Caribbean, American and seafood cuisine. Seating is provided for 160 people. ;;Dinner reservations are definitely recommended, but if you don’t mind perhaps having to stand, you can simply show up and have a couple of drinks and dance or listen to the band.
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DinnerJazz |
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2009 |
NOV |
06,07,08
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Music Festival Barbados 2009
Here's the schedule for this year's festival:
Fri Nov 6 at Bert's Bar, Rockley Main Rd, Christ Church;The Incredible Flyin Strings;The Incredible Flyin’ Strings are a French-British rock n roll band from the north of France. The band’s influences are 70’s rock n roll, and their live performances are always extremely energetic….;Since it’s creation in 2007, the band as performed a lot gigs in France and Belgium. They are currently recording their first album that will be released in January 2010.;The Incredible Flyin’ Strings are Alex de Boncourt on lead vocals and rhythm guitar. Maxime Gambu on lead guitar and vocals. Nico de Boncourt on bass guitar and vocals and there is Raf Grisoni AKA Dr. beat on drums and percussion;Are You Experienced?;Are You Experienced? are now widely accepted as the No.1 tribute to Jimi Hendrix, formed in 1996 by John Campbell.;The onstage resemblance is there for all to see. And with showmanship that harks back to Jimi's late 60's performances, even the most ardent fan would raise a wry smile.;John has appeared on "The Trisha Show", Talk Radio with Lorraine Kelly and Sky One's "Death by excess" The band were featured on BBC 2's Arena special on tribute bands.... "Into The Limelight" to critical acclaim.
Sat Nov 7 at Surfer's Bay, Silver Sands, Christ Church;South 11;DJ Promatix;Mo'Lava;The Fully Loaded Band;The Dub Pistols
Sun Nov 8 at Surfer's Bay, Silver Sands, Christ Church;Lal Kla Soyl;Tamara Marshall;Threads of Scarlet;The Incredible Flyin Strings;Are You Experienced?;The Martin Harley Band
Sponsored by Banks Beer
Tickets from Virgin Atlantic, Hastings, Christ Church; Bert's Bar, Rockley, Christ Church; Surfer's Cafe, Oistins, Christ Church
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
06,13,20,27
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Masala with Philip 7 live at McBrides
Masala with Philip 7 performs live at McBrides Pub and Cookhouse. ;;The 5 members of the band are Phillip Scantelbury (Lead Vocalist), Nicholas Lewis (Solo Guitarist), Ryan Holder (Drummer), Dexter Snagg (Keyboards) and Justin Worrell (Bass Guitar). ;;The band plays everything from hip-hop to R&B and Soca to Rock. ;;Friday is ladies night. Ladies gain free entry before 11:00 pm - plus they get a free Smirnoff cocktail. Happy Hour 11:00 pm to 1:00 am. ;;McBrides is in the centre of the St. Lawrence Gap entertainment area.
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Carnival |
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2009 |
NOV |
06,13,20,27
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Threads of Scarlett Live at the Bump 'n Wine Cafe
Threads of Scarlett, an up-and-coming rock band, plays live at the Bump'n Wine Cafe.
$4.00 drinks all night. Fish Fry at midnight.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
06,20,27
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Kolorblynd at The Wicketkeeper
Kolorblynd is a three piece band that plays R&B, Rock, Funk, and Soul - both retro and current.
The members are well-known accomplished musicians:;Ian Alleyne on guitar and vocals, ;Maxi Taylor on drums and vocals, and ;Ricky Aimey on bass and vocals.
Their repertoire is wide including music from favourites like The Eagles, Peter Frampton, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Prince and Jimi Hendrix.
The Wicketkeeper provides a solid bar and supper time food and bar snacks.
The setting is intimate and the food and band are both excellent.;A good place to hang out on a Friday night.
Enjoy!
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
07
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Northern Primary Schools Choir Competiion
This is the fourth annual competition.;At stake is the Roland Edwards Challenge Trophy and prize money totaling $5000.00
Competing choirs include:;All Saints Primary School;Chalky Mount Primary School;Half Moon Fort Primary School;Ignatius Byer Primary School;Roland Edwards Primary School;Selah Primary School;St. James Primary School;St. Lucy Primary School
In addition, there will be guest performances by other artistes.
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Choral |
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2009 |
NOV |
07
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Variety Concert
The concert is hosted by Our Lady Queen of the Universe Roman Catholic Church as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations.
The event promises festivity and thanksgiving with poetry, music and dance. Featured will be The Franciscan Friends Music Mission of Canada, The Black rock Church Youth, Folk and Senior Choirs, Barbados Dance Theatre and the Praise Academy of Dance.
Tickets available at the church office.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
07
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Gospel Concert
The Sir Winston Scott Polyclinic is hosting this fund-raising event.
Performing will be:;Paula Hinds;David Briggs;The Miraclettes;Debra Jemmott, and;The Royal Barbados Police Force Band.
The Polyclinic Chorale will also perform.
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Gospel |
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2009 |
NOV |
07,14,21,28
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NEXCYX Live at the Bump 'n Wine Cafe
NEXCYX plays live at the Bump'n Wine Cafe.
NEXCYX is a 6-person Alternative/Pop/R&B Band. Members are: ;Mahalia Phillips, Rochelle Griffith, Andre Clarke, Russell Padmore, Kris Clarke and Andre Forde.
Get a free Amnesia cocktail on entry. After that every drink is $4.00.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
08
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Tourism Development Concert
Promoted by Cassius Clay, the event features Ruk-a-Tuk International, The Erisil Dancers, Tony Grazette, Desmond Weekes and others.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
08
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Richard Stoute Teen Talent Contest 2009 - FINAL
Every year, veteran singer/performer Richard Stoute hosts his Teen Talent Competition. ;;This year, the 33rd, is under the patronage of the Minister of Tourism, Hon Richard Sealy. ;;The seniors competition is for 13-19 year olds.;;Winners of past competitions have gone on to make a living in the recording industry.
Unusually, there will be 15 finalists this year.;;;Senior Final ;Sun Nov 08, 7:00 pm at Plantation Garden Theatre, St. Lawrence Main Rd, Christ Church ;;Prize Giving ;Sun Nov 22, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
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TalentShow |
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2009 |
NOV |
14
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The Plantation's Golden Oldies
This is a dance event, featuring 'golden oldies' music from the 60s, 70s and 80s. ;;DJs are Larry Mayers, Peter Wilkinson and Ian 'Cupid' Gill.
Guest appearance by DJ Champ.
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Dance |
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2009 |
NOV |
14
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Tevin Campbell Live in Concert
This is a Timeless Entertainment Production.
Tevin Campbell is an American R&B singer with several top ten recordings including Brown Eyed Girl, Impossible Dream, and Can we Talk.
Special Guest on the show is Ria Borman.
Featured also is Omar McQuilkin.
Box offices are Texaco, Wildey; Ticket Centre, Sheraton; No 1 Record Store, Bridgetown.
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2009 |
NOV |
14
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Pianist Roman Rudnytsky in Concert
Presented by the Embassy of the United States of America in association with the Barbados Association of Piano Teachers.
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Classical |
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2009 |
NOV |
14,21,28
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Strategy the Band at Aussie's Beach House
Kirk Brown founded the band ‘Strategy the Band’ in November 2004. ;;Over the years, ‘Strategy the Band’ has become a household name to locals and visitors alike. With Tejay and Justin King completing the band’s front line, the 3 vocalists cover a wide scope of genres, including, Dancehall, Soca, Reggae, R&B, Hip Hop and Fusions (Caribbean Pop).
DJ chunky G is on hand to stir things up.
Aussie's Beach House is a new restaurant addition just off the St. Lawrence Gap night-life area.;Go early to have a meal and stay late to rock with the band.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
15
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Soca Palace Revue - Out of Season Calypso Tent
Super Gladiators are holding their own in house calypso competition.
Performing will be Facial, Dre, Madame Doosa, Jah Stone, Apollo, Messenger, Musical and Mike Thompson.
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Calypso |
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2009 |
NOV |
21
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Soca Palace Revue - Kaiso Past
The Soca Palace will be paying tribute to past calypsonians who formed the Calypso Enterprises in 1975.
Performng will be Pompey, Colin Spencer and Dre who will sing from the songbook of Sir Don, Grynner and Lord Wilson among others.
As an added attraction, Ziggy Walcott will perform Liar's She Want Pan on his steel pan.
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Calypso |
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2009 |
NOV |
22
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Richard Stoute Teen Talent Contest 2009 - Prize Giving
Every year, veteran singer/performer Richard Stoute hosts his Teen Talent Competition.
This year, the 33rd, is under the patronage of the Minister of Tourism, Hon Richard Sealy.
The competition is in two age categories Juniors 6-12yo and Seniors 13-19yo.
Winners of past competitions have gone on to make a living in the recording industry.
Here's the timetable for this year:
Opening Gala
Sun Aug 09, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Preliminary Rounds - one senior and two junior competitions each night
Sun Aug 16, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Sun Aug 23, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Sun Aug 30, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Sun Sep 06, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Sun Sep 13, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Sun Sep 20, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Sun Sep 27, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Junior Finals
Sun Oct 04, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
Senior Semi Finals
Sun Oct 18, 7:00 pm at Plantation Garden Theatre, St. Lawrence Main Rd, Christ Church
Sun Oct 25, 7:00 pm at Plantation Garden Theatre, St. Lawrence Main Rd, Christ Church
Senior Final
Sun Nov 08, 7:00 pm at Plantation Garden Theatre, St. Lawrence Main Rd, Christ Church
Prize Giving
Sun Nov 22, 7:00 pm at Sugar Cane Mall, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown.
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TalentShow |
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2009 |
NOV |
28
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Ilaro Court Car Park Jam
Performers will include:;Masala with Philip 7;Fully Loaded with Buggy;Ayana John;LRG;JOHN King and the Boogie Knights;King Shepherd;Mikey;Khiomal;Mr. Dale;Fadda Fox;Gorg;Salt;Li'l Rick;Major Shacky
Promoters are RW Promotions, in association with 98.1 The One and Digicel.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
NOV |
29
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Concert - "Colours of Combermere"
Details to be added later.
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Concert |
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2009 |
NOV |
30
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Wendy Alleyne in Concert
Wendy will be backed by the Rickey Aimey Band.
Performers will include;Tanya Clarke;Richard Stoute;Tony Grazette;Carolyn Leacock;Adrian Clarke;Desmond Weekes;Dwayne Husbands, and;Cherish Breedy
The event will be under the partronage of Prime Minister David Thompson and his wife Mara.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
DEC |
03,10,17
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VSOP Jazz at The Waterfront Cafe
This is a dinner with jazz event.
The VSOP is a local 7-piece Dixieland Jazz Band that has been playing for 23 years at The Waterfront, and for 27 years in all. They are an informal and fun act.
They are lead by Andy Voss (trumpet and vocals). Others are John Duckhouse (trombone and vocals), Tony Cummins (clarinet and sax), Art Taylor (piano), Robert Foster (drums), Ronnie Crebbin (banjo), and Cecil Bascombe (bass)
The Waterfront Cafe serves fine food. The menu offers a combination of Caribbean, American and seafood cuisine. Seating is provided for 160 people.
Dinner reservations are definitely recommended, but if you dont mind perhaps having to stand, you can simply show up and have a couple of drinks and dance or listen to the band.
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2009 |
DEC |
04,11,18
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Kolorblynd at The Wicketkeeper
Kolorblynd is a three piece band that plays R&B, Rock, Funk, and Soul - both retro and current.
The members are well-known accomplished musicians:;Ian Alleyne on guitar and vocals, ;Maxi Taylor on drums and vocals, and ;Ricky Aimey on bass and vocals.
Their repertoire is wide including music from favourites like The Eagles, Peter Frampton, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Prince and Jimi Hendrix.
The Wicketkeeper provides a solid bar and supper time food and bar snacks.
The setting is intimate and the food and band are both excellent.;A good place to hang out on a Friday night.
Enjoy!
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Mixed |
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2009 |
DEC |
05
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Central Bank of Barbados Chorale - Christmas Concert
Details to be added later.
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Varied |
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2009 |
DEC |
05
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The Hennessy ArtistryShow with Jah Cure
The event also features Taurrus Riley and Duane Stephenson.
The promoters,are FAS Entertainment in association with Digicel and Starcom Network. 12,000 persons are expected to attend.
Barbadian artistes performing will include Buggy,Hotta Flames and Daniel.
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Reggae |
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2009 |
DEC |
06
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St Matthias Church - Annual Festival of Lights and Music
This year, St. Matthias features:
The Louise Woodvine Dancers, ;David Gittens on the Harmonica and Pan Pipes, ;St. Leonard's Boys Choir, ;John Moss and Freiends ;and others.
Children under 12 free
Tickets from St. Matthias Church.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
DEC |
06,13,20,27
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Music Afternoon at Cutters
Sundays starting around 2:00, local time, find the Stray Dogs playing for your enjoyment!
A Cutter is the traditional Bajan sandwich: a hearty salt bread roll with a healthy serving of flying fish, ham, or New Zealand cheddar, to name a few favorites. Add to these ingredients a country store with easy deli, wines, and peaceful music, and you've found Cutters of Barbados.
Come out and sing, play along or just come and enjoy. Music selections from your favorite Caribbean songs to 50's rock and so much in between!
Directions:;Pass the Crane Hotel on your right and Cutters is 150 yards further along on your left.
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Mixed |
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2009 |
DEC |
13
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December Jazz
This is an annual feature of the Christmas Calendar.
Mark the date.
Details will be added later.
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Jazz |
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2009 |
DEC |
13
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Myriad Singers in Concert
Details to be added later.
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Varied |
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2009 |
DEC |
18,19,20
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'Once Upon A Christmas' - A Musical Producton
Details to be added later.
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Varied |
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