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Adventures in well-travelled music

WelcomeWelcome to the Autumn 2010 season –packed with an eclectic mix of voices fromthe dusky tones of June Tabor to thehaunting melodies of Lucie Skeaping – withcountry, folk, jazz and early music on theway – not to mention tributes to Carol Kingand Cole Porter! Guests also include anamazing array of guitarists including LuloReinhardt (the grand-nephew of jazz legendDjango Reinhardt) and Eduardo Niebla – alldesigned to show off the acoustics of theNational Centre for Early Music at its best.

This season we are pleased to announce thestart of a new partnership called MakingTracks (see more info across the page) andto celebrate existing partnerships with KalaSangam, The Black Swan Folk Club and theUniversity of York.

Tickets for the NCEM season will go on saleas soon as they are posted on the website sodo remember to bookmark our site andcheck regularly.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Making Tracks is a fresh concept on the British livemusic circuit: a ‘travelling concert series’ featuringmusicians from across the world in partnership with13 major music venues across the UK.

As a special introductory offer, if you buy a full priceticket for all four world music concerts listed in thisbrochure, you can save £26 as two of the concerts will befree! Tickets are subject to availability and must beordered at the same time to take advantage of this offer.

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Monday 27 September | 7.30pm |

Le Trio JoubranThree Brothers. Three Ouds.One Passion

Inspired by Arabicclassical tradition, jazzimprovisation andflamenco virtuosity,the three sons of aPalestinian masterluthier share profound

ideas about history, musical evolution and thebeauty of art with mysterious, seductive eloquence.

‘Imaginative compositions and intuitiveinterplay... tease out every nuance of the oud’sdeep sonorities.’ Songlines

£13.00(concessions £11.00; students £5.00)

www.letriojoubran.com

Sunday 12 December | 7.30pm |

AhmedDickinson&TrioMestizo

Hailing originally fromHavana, Cuba, thesetalented youngmusicians have beendelighting UKaudiences since theirdebut in London

earlier this year. Guitarist Ahmed and percussionstHammadi perform a lively and fresh repertorycombining traditional Cuban and Latin Americangenres with a hint of jazz.

‘…Dickinson is clearly a find’ Songlines


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Saturday 19 February | 7.30pm |

LoCòr de la PlanaSix a capella singersfrom Marseilledemonstrate theirextraordinary skillaccompanied bypercussioninstruments and

explore their French Occitan heritage through theirwit, humour and musical brilliance.


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Saturday 14 May | 7.30pm |

Grupo LokitoGrupo Lokito is afusion of Congeleseand Latin music andthe result is a uniqueand captivatingsound. By combiningCongelese dance

performing traditions with the energy of salsa,every performance is sure to be a visual and audiospectacle.


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Saturday 25 September | 7.30pm

June TaborwithAndy Cutting accordion

Mark Emerson piano, viola, violin

In a programme that inventively sets traditional song alongsidemodern writing, June Tabor creates an atmosphere of extraordinary

intensity wrapping her voice around you and setting your imaginationalight. On her first return to the NCEM in seven years, June is joined bymusicians from her ‘Apples’ album, Andy Cutting‘s buoyant accordioncombining with the deeper colouring of Mark Emerson's viola and piano.Expect classic Tabor magnificence with appropriately gloriousmusicianship.

‘Tabor is as fine a vocalist as Britain has produced. Supremely talentedand blessed with a dazzling voice’ Financial Times

£17.00 (concessions £15.00)

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Friday 8 October | 7.30pm

EduardoNieblaA formidable flamenco-jazz guitar virtuoso and composer, Eduardo

Niebla is a master of today’s generation; technically superb andbreathtakingly versatile. Inspired by his tours to India, the MiddleEast and his adopted Yorkshire homeland, Eduardo presents hisstunning new album and compositions from his acclaimed 30year career - passionate flamenco infused with a myriad ofEastern colours and a Gypsy-jazz edge. Partnered by thebrilliant guitarist Carl Herring, hear world-class guitarplaying at its very best.

‘An imaginative and stimulating instrumental set top-classplaying and beautiful themes... wonderful tracks (which)...completely enfold the listener.’ Songlines


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Monday 11 October | 7.30pm

Máire NíChathasaigh& Chris NewmanThe brilliantly innovative harpist Máire Ní Chathasaighand the astonishingly versatile guitar wizard ChrisNewman make a welcome return to the NCEM. Withtheir stylish cocktail of powerhouse Irish dance music,gorgeous airs, evocative old songs and striking newcompositions, laced with shots of hot jazz andbluegrass and prefaced by Chris’s subversively wittyintroductions, this ‘blazing guitar and dancing harp’duo guarantee a unique and captivating evening’sentertainment.

‘Dazzling virtuosity ... the speed and complexity isto be marvelled at ... exquisitely delivered ...delightful’ The Daily Telegraph

Promoted in association with The Black Swan Folk Club


www.obm.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/index.html

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Friday 15 October | 7.30pm

Christine Tobin&LiamNobleTapestryUnravelled

Tapestry Unravelled brings together two of the mostauthentic and interesting performers on the UK jazzscene – BBC Jazz Vocalist of the Year Christine Tobinand pianist Liam Noble – in a deferential explorationof Carole King's beloved 1971 Tapestry album. Fewcould pull off reworking such a classic, but the resultis a deep understanding of the universal relationshipbetween music and emotion, underscored by a rangeof energy, pace and strength of feeling achieved

through the simple, yet impactfularrangement of piano and voice.

‘There’s a thrilling, dark timbre toTobin’s voice that moves you like noother singer’ The Guardian


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Saturday 16 October | 7.30pm

TG CollectiveA glorious combination of gypsy hotclub, flamenco, jazz andcontemporary classical influences underpin this superbensemble, built around a core of two guitarists, alongside flutes,violin, double bass, trumpet and cajón. Creating an exciting,sensuous sound, the group perform an intriguing mix ofcompositions and new arrangements, touching on influencesas varied as Paco de Lucia, Django Reinhardt and JS Bach.

‘Bold, expressive playing that's liberatingly inventive...‘Songlines ****

£13.00 (concessions £11.00; students £5.00)

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Wednesday 27 October | 7.30pm

MalinkySteve Byrne vocals, bouzouki, citternFiona Hunter vocals, cello Mike Vass fiddleDave Wood guitar

Springing from the Edinburgh session scene,this has become one of the most distinctive andsuccessful of younger Scottish folk bands, withfour acclaimed albums and an ever-expandingglobal touring schedule. Malinky's hallmark istheir song-based repertoire, with two superblead vocalists supported by inventive acousticinstrumentation.

‘Great music...another gem of Scottish folk’Irish Music Magazine

Promoted in association withThe Black Swan Folk Club


www.malinky.com

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Saturday 6 November | 7.30pm

Rosie BrownQuartet

Fresh from her recentappearance at the NCEMwith Rafiki Jazz, we aredelighted to welcomesinger Rosie Brown asshe brings her own bandto York. FeaturingJamil Sheriff piano,

Chris Wright drums and Frank Grime bass, themusicians will be playing a mixture of originalcompositions from their new CD ‘Bicycles andDreams’ plus choice jazz standards and Brazilianbossa nova.

‘…..a joy from start to finish’Musician Magazine


www.rosiebrown.co.uk

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Tuesday 9 November | 7.30pm

KANFeaturing Brian Finneganand Aidan O'Rourke

Furious jigs andreels alongsidelyrical melodiesfrom this fantasticnew foursome.Master Irish flautistFinnegan (Flook)and Scottish fiddlegenius O’Rourke

(Lau, Blazin’ Fiddles) join forces with ace guitarist IanStephenson (Kathryn Tickell Band) and top percussionistJim Goodwin. Adventurous, innovative and imaginative,they journey into the heart and soul of folk music andtake it somewhere undiscovered and exciting.

‘Terrifically tight... intensely lyrical... heavyweightrhythmic attack’ The Scotsman



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Friday 12 November | 7.30pm

SaraWatkinsSinger-songwriter and fiddle player, Sara Watkinsspent nearly two decades as one-third of Nickel Creek,the Grammy award-winning acoustic trio. Featuringher recently released self-titled solo disc, produced byby former Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones, Sarawill be performing with her brother Sean Watkins.

Promoted in association with Jewels Promotions

£14.00 (no concessions)

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Thursday 18 November | 7.30pm

Northern Schoolof ContemporaryDanceMovement &Marriage

Students in their final year at the Northern School ofContemporary Dance join with contemporary composersfrom the University of York to create a performancecombining original music and choreography. Based onthe theme of music and marriage, inspired by this year’sYork Early Music Festival, the relationship and dialoguebetween sound and music will be explored alongside thephysical resonances of the dancers’ movement throughthe space. An inspiring and exceptional collaborationfeaturing some of our region’s best up and coming talent.


New Worlds is part of the imove programme, primarily funded by LegacyTrust UK. imove celebrates and challenges the relationship betweenpeople and their moving bodies through a series of exciting andinnovative arts projects across Yorkshire. Inspired by London 2012, imoveis primarily funded by Legacy Trust UK, Yorkshire Forward and ArtsCouncil England.

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Arnie Somogyi’sAmbulanceArnie Somogyi bass Paul Booth saxTim Lapthorn piano Chris Dagley drums

Described as ‘four of the UK’s most excitingyoung jazz musicians’, Ambulance was launchedat Ronnie Scott’s in 2004. Attracting immediatecritical attention, the band went on to becomethe first ever jazz group awarded a Britten-Pearscreative residency at the prestigious SnapeMaltings venue and music centre in Aldeburgh.

The subsequent CD, ‘Accident and Insurgency’,was released to rave reviews and in 2008 wasnominated CD of the Year at the BBC Jazz Awardsand Ambulance was nominated Jazz Ensemble ofthe Year at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards.

‘Ambulance make an overwhelming case forjazz while wowing an audience of musicians,fans, hacks and punters’ **** The Guardian


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Julian MarcStringle and TheDream BandJulian Marc Stringle clarinet, saxDominic Ashworth guitar Leon Greening pianoChris Dodd bass Mike Bradley drums

A welcome return for theclarinettist Julian MarcStringle who performedin London and Paris withlegendary ChicagoansWild Bill Davison,Peanuts Hucko, Bud

Freeman and Vic Dickenson while still in his teensand made his TV debut with Acker Bilk when hewas just 14! Twice winner of ‘Best Clarinet ‘ at theBritish Jazz Awards, Julian now leads the Latin-influenced ‘Dream Band’, a group of virtuosojazz-funk players who are fast becoming a big drawat festivals throughout Europe.

‘Julian is the best clarinettist to emerge inBritish Jazz for decades’ Sir John Dankworth


www.julianmarcstringle.com

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Sunday 21 November | 9.30am – 12.30pm

Late Learners’ Jazz WorkshopJoin the regular late learners’ workshop designed for people who have returned to or started playingmusic later in life. Led by jazz musician Rob Lavers and his session musicians, the atmosphere will berelaxed and creative. No grades required, just bring along your instrument and enthusiasm.

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Sunday 21 November | 4.00pm

Claire Martin and Gareth Williams

Multi-award winning jazz vocalist and BBC Radio 3 broadcaster Claire Martin performs in an intimateduo setting with her long standing pianist, the dynamic Gareth Williams. Claire will perform songsfrom her latest Linn release 'A Modern Art' alongside stylish re-workings of much loved standardsfrom Cole Porter to George Gershwin, Joni Mitchell to Donald Fagan.

‘...The most gifted jazz singer this country has produced in twenty years’......The Sunday Times

‘...Dynamite pianist - Gareth Williams is a rising star’ The London Evening Standard


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Sunday 21 November | 8.00pm

FarragoMembers of the University of York Jazz Band

An ensemble of students from the University of York Jazz Band play a mix of original compositions,arrangements and contemporary jazz. The concert will be an eclectic mix of jazz styles, played bysome of the University’s most talented musicians.

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The Alistair Anderson BandSteel Skies in Concert

Alistair Anderson English Concertina & Northumbrian PipesEmily Ball, Sophy Ball fiddlesLillias Kinsman Blake fluteAndy Watt mandolin

When world renowned concertina maestro and composerAlistair Anderson composed ‘Steel Skies’ in 1982, it wasdescribed by The Guardian as ‘the finest, recent, originalcontribution to the tradition of English music’.

This concert celebrates the reissue of the CD, described byfRoots as ‘a fully realised work which gains even moresignificance as the years pass. The range and balance ofAnderson’s melodies take your breath away’.


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Taal TarangIn collaboration with Kala Sangam, the Bradford basedSouth Asian arts company, we are pleased to present anevening of South Indian music with up and coming Veenaartist Divya Avinash displaying her spellbinding skills,accompanied by the Mridangam maestro Bangalore Prakash.There will also be a dynamic twist to the show withrhythmic vibes from South India with RR Prathap onGhatam clay pot and Chithambaranathan on the Morsing(Jewish harp). The evening will end with a stunning displayof vocal percussion or Konnokol by the multi talentedBangalore Prakash.


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Wednesday 1 December | 7.30pm

VinGarbuttA return appearance byone of the most popularartists on the modern folkscene. Vin’s thought-provoking self pennedsongs are performed withpassion and integrity,while he also has a wealthof traditional songs todraw upon and is ashrewd champion of other

modern day songwriters. He is an accomplishedguitarist and whistle player and, above all, a genuinelyfunny entertainer whose unique combination of zanystage chat and seriously moving songs enthralsaudiences around the world.

'His powerful songs earn him universal respect'Folk On Tap



www.vingarbutt.com

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Tuesday 30 November | 7.30pm

Lulo ReinhardtDaniel Weltlinger violin Harald Becher bassUli Kramer drums Sean Mackenzie keyboards

Don’t miss out on the first UK tour of this uniqueshow of gypsy guitar legend Lulo Reinhardt completewith band. Lulo Reinhardt is, of course, the grand-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt. The family'smusical ties run deeper than that, for Lulo is also thenephew of the gypsy violin master ShnuckenackReinhardt and comes from a lineage pepperedthroughout with highly talented musicians.

Lulo represents one of the most unique voices ingypsy-jazz music today. His Latin-Swing Project (seewww.myspace.com/luloreinhardt) combines puregypsy-swing music with elements of Latin music suchas flamenco, tango, and bossa nova.

‘... the finest concert of acoustic guitar I have everseen ...’ Sydney Morning Herald


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Tuesday 7 December | 7.30pm

The YorkWaitswith Deborah Catterall voiceNowell!! Tydnges trew

Inspired by the famous medieval York MysteryPlays, The York Waits tell the story of Christmasfrom the Nativity through to the visitations ofthe Shepherds and the Magi using a widevariety of shawms, sackbut, crumhorns, lute,rebec, gittern, recorders, hurdy gurdy andbagpipes.

‘The Waits created a wonderful variety ofsound textures’ The Press, York


www.theyorkwaits.org.uk

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Sunday 5 December | 7.30pm

The Burning BushANight in The Garden ofEden: Early and traditionalJewish music

Lucie Skeaping vocals, violinBen Harlan clarinetsRoderick Skeaping violin, rebec Robin Jeffreyoud, laouto, darabukka, guitarJon Banks kanun, cymbalom, accordionRobert Levy double bass

Exhuberance, defiance, celebration and ribaldwit all come together on the emotionalrollercoaster ride that is a Burning Bushperformance. Foot-tapping klezmer, songs of theghetto, Hassidic melodies and haunting balladsof the old Judeo-Spanish world - with an exoticarray of instruments this multi-talented sextetpresents music that’s impossible to resistwhatever your background. An evening ofcolour, hope and joy.

‘A terrific listening experience - it catchesthe life-blood of living’ Ambrience, Australia


www.theburningbush.co.uk

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Thursday 9 December | 7.30pm

EclipseChristmas Fiesta!

Joy Smith harps, hammered dulcimerLayil Barr recorders, violAndres Ticino percussionUlises Diaz-Ropero Conde flamenco singerMariona Castells flamenco, contemporary dance

Seasonal celebrations from the Hispanictraditions join together for a feast for thesenses, evoking the atmosphere of a gypsyencampment with exhilarating flamencos, lyricalensemble pieces and the swirling passionatetarantella - brimming with kaleidoscopic moodsand colours.

‘sensational … the rapport and interaction –and enjoyment – was infectious .. what a wayto start Christmas’ Clitheroe Music Society


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Friday 10 December | 7.30pm

JoglaresaIn Hoary Winter’s Night

Belinda Sykes voice, directorJeremy Avis voiceMick Sands voice, bodhran, fluteJean Kelly cláirseach, voiceJim O'Toole fiddles, voiceTim Garside dulcimer, percussion, voice

An effervescent Anglo-Irish collaborationof ancient and spellbinding Christmas songsringing with echoes of winter pagan festivitiesfrom across the centuries. Well-known carolssuch as The Coventry Carol are mixed togetherwith many lesser-known songs such asThe Falcon Carol, As I in Hoary Winter’s Nightand Lordings Listen to Our Lay.

‘Thrilling and haunting’ The Times


www.joglaresa.com

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Full details of theYork Early Music Christmas Festival which runs from 2 – 11December, including guest artists Stile Antico, Florilegium with Emma Kirkbyand the European Union Baroque Orchestra, are available now on the NCEMwebsite at www.ncem.co.uk

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Thursday 17 March | 7.30pm TICKETS ON SALE NOW

I FagioliniDirected by Robert Hollingworth

The National Centre for Early Music is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and to mark theoccasion has joined forces with early music superstars I Fagiolini to commission a new work from theacclaimed composer Orlando Gough. The work will be premiered at Cadogan Hall in London inNovember. This will be followed by a nationwide tour organised in association with the Sheffieldbased ‘Music in the Round’.

The National Centre for Early Music gratefully acknowledgesfinancial support from the PRS for Music Foundation


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The SnakeDavis Band

The Snake Davis Band makes a welcome returnto the NCEM. Snake is well established as one of theUK's leading saxophonists. He is in demand from thebiggest names on the British Popular music scene.He has been seen regularly on TV with the Eurythmics,M-People and B*Witched and has also recorded andtoured with Lisa Stansfield and M-People.


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The National Centre for Early Musicis a multi-faceted organisation runninga year-round music programme inYork,three highly successful early music festivals

and a whole range of other initiatives, some of which youmay be interested to read about here.

The NCEM atKings PlaceThis year for the first time the NCEM willbe collaborating with Kings Place in Londonto present the Northern Lights Early MusicFestival from Wednesday 15 to Saturday18 December.

This festive celebration will feature Joglaresa,Ensemble Meridiana - winners of the 2009 YorkEarly Music International Young ArtistsCompetition - The Dufay Collective and The Clerks.

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Visit Us at MusicportThe NCEM will be part of Musicport this year as ittakes along a group of young people from HeadlandsSchool in Bridlington to perform on the main stagewith SAMAY (who recently performed at the NCEM)on Friday 22 October at 7pm.

This is part of Music4U – the Humber Youth MusicAction Zone - a collaboration between East Riding,Hull, North Lincolnshire and NE Lincolnshire Counciland co-ordinated by the NCEM. Do come and supportus if you are free.

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On-line Resourcesfor Teachers

The NCEM has a selection of free on-line resources forKey Stage 2 teachers at its new website atwww.ncem.co.uk/teachingandlearning.

You can gain access by signing up to our membersarea with your email address. On the site you can alsopurchase the Melody Monkey Songbook – a fantasticteaching resource for the under fives andCounterpoint, a Tudor CD ROM packed full of songs,activity sheets and ideas for classroom lessons.

Minster MinstrelsRecruitingYork’s Early Music Ensemble is now recruitinginstrumentalists to join in the fun and perform atKings Place in London as part of the Northern LightsEarly Music Festival.

If you are aged between 10 and 18 years and wouldlike to find out more, please contact us on 01904632220 or email [email protected]. The MinsterMinstrels is run as a partnership between the NCEMand the City of York Council’s York Arts Academy withsupport from theMayfield ValleyArts Trust.

NCEM Early Music CompetitionsThere are a number of high profile early music competitions in 2011 including the NCEM Composers Award andthe York Early Music International Young Artists Competition.

For more information visit the NCEM website at www.ncem.co.uk/competitions

EnsembleMeridiana -Winners ofthe 2009YoungArtistsCompetition

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Location

National Centre for Early MusicSt Margaret’s ChurchWalmgateYorkY01 9TLBox Office: 01904 658338General Enquiries: 01904 632220The National Centre for Early Music is based at St Margaret’s Church in Walmgate - to the East of theCity. The NCEM is accessible by car, bus, foot or bike.

Car Parking: The Peel Street car park (off George Street) is free in the evenings andSundays to York residents, there is a £2.00 charge for non residents.

Buses: First York Bus No. 10 stops in Walmgate. For timetable information ring 01904 883000 or thetravel information line on 01904 551400.

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How to BookAll concerts take place at the National Centre for Early Music, St Margaret’s Church,Walmgate,York unless otherwise indicated.All seating at the NCEM is unreserved.

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ByTelephone: Contact the Box Office on 01904 658338. Open weekdays between 9.00am – 5.00pm.

By Credit/Debit Card: Tickets can be booked by Visa, Mastercard, Delta, Access and Maestro.Please note that surcharges apply.

By E Mail: Simply e mail your enquiry to [email protected]

On-Line: Visit our new website and use the secure on-line booking system.You will need to register with a user name and password to book your tickets.

In Person: The National Centre for Early Music is situated in St Margaret’s Church, Walmgate.The Box Office entrance is on Percy’s Lane, just off Navigation Road, open weekdays between9.00am – 5.00pm.

By Post: Send your order to the Box Office, National Centre for Early Music, St Margaret’s Church,Walmgate, York Y01 9TL, enclosing an SAE. Cheques should be made payable to the National Centrefor Early Music.

General Ticket InformationReservations: Tickets can be reserved but must be paid for within three working days and at least24 hours prior to the performance.

Concessions: These apply to people aged from 60 years onwards, unemployed, registered disabledand carers.

Group Bookings: Buy 10 get one free! We welcome group bookings (subject to ticket availability)and ask that all tickets are booked in the same transaction to take advantage of this offer.

StudentTickets: Please note that the student price of £5.00 on selected events is a limited offer sobook early to avoid disappointment.

Student StandbyTickets: Look out for the new student standby tickets which will be available onthe day for selected concerts only. This information will be publicised on our website.

Refunds and Exchanges:We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded except inthe event of a cancelled performance.

GiftVouchers: These can be purchased from the Box Office in amounts of £5 and £10.

AccessThe NCEM offers a warm welcome to everyone. It is fully accessible to wheelchair users, with suitabletoilets and designated car parking spaces. It is also fitted with an induction loop and we have anRNIB Braille map of York available on request. If you have any special needs please let us know whenbooking your tickets. The NCEM is a Typetalk Approved business.

Registered assistance dogs welcome.

Visitor InformationVisitors to the City of York needing accommodation or more information about what is happening inthe City, should visit the VisitYork website at www.visityork.org or ring 01904 550099.

The National Centre for Early Music is run by the York Early Music Foundation Registered Charity No. 1068331.All details are correct at the time of going to press but we reserve the right to amend the published programme if necessary.

NCEMDiary Dates Autumn 2010

BoxOffice 01904 658338 | www.ncem.co.ukThe National Centre for Early Music | St Margaret’s Church |Walmgate | YorkY01 9TL

Saturday 25 September JuneTabor & Andy Cutting 7.30pm

Monday 27 September LeTrio Joubran 7.30pm

Friday 8 October Eduardo Niebla 7.30pm

Monday 11 October Máire Ní Chathasaigh & Chris Newman 7.30pm

Friday 15 October ChristineTobin & Liam Noble 7.30pm

Saturday 16 October TG Collective 7.30pm

Wednesday 27 October Malinky 7.30pm

Saturday 6 November Rosie Brown Quartet 7.30pm

Tuesday 9 November KAN featuring Brian Finnegan & Aidan O'Rourke 7.30pm

Friday 12 November SaraWatkins 7.30pm

Thursday 18 November Northern School of Contemporary Dance 7.30pm

Friday 19 November Arnie Somogyi’s Ambulance 7.30pm

Saturday 20 November Julian Marc Stringle andThe Dream Band 7.30pm

Sunday 21 November Late Learners’ JazzWorkshop 9.30am -12.30pm

Sunday 21 November Claire Martin & GarethWilliams 4.00pm

Sunday 21 November Farrago - University of York Jazz Band 8.00pm

Friday 26 November The Alistair Anderson Band 7.30pm

Saturday 27 November TaalTarang 7.30pm

Tuesday 30 November Lulo Reinhardt 7.30pm

Wednesday 1 December Vin Garbutt 7.30pm

2 – 11 December York Early Music Christmas Festival

Sunday 12 December Ahmed Dickinson &Trio Mestizo 7.30pm

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