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Cambridge venues
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Acoustic Routes   [Local]
Non-mainstream music: roots, folk, blues. At CB2, Norfolk St.
Acoustic Stage   [Local]
Currently run two music pubs in Cambridge, The Corner House & The Haymakers.
Anglia Ruskin Arts   [Local]
Concerts, exhibitions, drama and other events at Anglia Ruskin University on East Road.
Arts Theatre   [Local]
Drama, dance, music, comedy and pantomine. Near the Guildhall and the marketplace.
Corn Exchange   [Local]
Entertainment venue. Behind the Guildhall.
Junction   [Local]
Live music, children's activities, workshops, comedy, theatre/dance. Off Hills Road near railway bridge.
Kettles Yard   [Local]
Exhibitions of art, musical concerts, talks. Plus workshops for young people and adults.
Man on the Moon   [Local]
In Norfolk St.
Music Venues   [Local]
Contacts for music venues. From Cambridge University website.
Portland Arms   [Local]
Live music pub.
Q Club   [Local]
Night club on Station Road.
West Road Concert Hall   [Local]
Belongs to the Faculty of Music, at Cambridge University. In West Road.

Local singers
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2012/12/24 - Nine Lessons and Carols at Kings Chapel   [Local]
Christmas Eve. Be prepared to queue!
Cambridge Chorale   [Local]
Adult choir performing regularly throughout East Anglia and further afield.
Cambridge Chord Company   [Local]
Barbershop chorus.
Cambridge Harmony   [Local]
An all-women a cappella singing group in barbershopstyle, available for weddings, parties, fundraising concerts etc. New members welcome.
Cambridge Operatic Society   [Local]
Group of amateur singers who perform in the Arts Theatre, Cambridge each year, under a professional director.
Cambridge University Opera Society   [Local]
One or two major productions every year.
Cantus   [Local]
Perform regular concerts (usually a cappella) in local venues such as college chapels and churches.
Chesterton Choral Society   [Local]
Amateur mixed choir nearly 50 strong, based in Chesterton, Cambridge.
Collegium Laureatum Choir   [Local]
A choir covering a wide range of classical music open to singers of all abilities.
Dowsing For Sound   [Local]
Choir with a repertoire ranging from pop/DJ to choral to world to folk music.
Ely Consort   [Local]
Medium-sized choir performing in Ely cathedral and local churches.
Fairhaven Singers   [Local]
Repertoire ranges from Baroque to twentieth century music.
Gavin Adam Wood   [Local]
Singer and guitarist.
Magsoc   [Local]
Founded in 1884, MagSoc is one of the oldest music societies in Cambridge.
Mark Evans Songwriter   [Local]
Songwriter in Cambridge and Nashville.
Moving Tone Promotions Ltd   [Local]
Voice and music events, voice workshops in Cambridgeshire. Social enterprise company.
New Cambridge Singers   [Local]
Chamber choir based in Cambridge.
Stapleford Sinfonia and Singers   [Local]
Village choir sings a wide variety of choral music from the 16th to the 20th century.
Street Voices   [Local]
A band made up of people living in homeless hostels and other members of the street community.
Taverner Choir   [Local]
Acclaimed Renaissance chamber choir based in Cambridge.
Trinity Singers   [Local]
Non-audition choir. Open to everyone, whether they come from Trinity, another college or beyond the university.
Victoria Vellacott   [Local]
Professional singer based in Cambridge.
Women of Note   [Local]
Cambridge-based, women's a cappella group.

Local classical music
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Amphion Consort   [Local]
An Early Music Ensemble based in Cambridgeshire.
Britten Sinfonia   [Local]
Cambridge University's Orchestra in Association,with a Cambridge series of concerts.
Cambridge Beethoven Ensemble   [Local]
Orchestra bringing together university players and recent graduates.
Cambridge Concert Orchestra
Amateur orchestra providing entertainment for those who rarely hear live music.
Cambridge Guitar Club   [Local]
For classical, flamenco and acoustic fingerstyle guitarists of all standards, including beginners.
Cambridge Guitar Ensemble   [Local]
An informal group for guitarists who want to enjoy playing music together.
Cambridge Guitar Orchestra   [Local]
Group of classical guitarists from amateur to semi-pro.
Cambridge Handel Opera Group   [Local]
Presenting fully-staged productions of Handel's operas in English.
Cambridge Music Circle   [Local]
Evenings of recorded classical music presented by our members.
Cambridge Philharmonic Society   [Local]
Large chorus and orchestra presents 3-4 concerts per term.
Cambridge Sinfonietta   [Local]
A supportive environment for amateurs to play classical music.
Cambridge Symphonic Winds   [Local]
Ensemble for wind and brass players.
Cambridge University Chinese Orchestra Society   [Local]
Conventional western orchestra and one that consists of traditional Chinese instruments.
Cambridge University Musical Society   [Local]
Orchestras and chorus.
Cambridge University Symphony Orchestra   [Local]
A high level student run orchestra putting on several concerts a year.
Camerata Musica   [Local]
Chamber music concerts in Peterhouse College.
Cecilia Music   [Local]
Promoting classical chamber music concerts in Cambridgeshire from our base near Ely.
Cheryl Frances-Hoad   [Local]
Local composer. Also teaches composition, music theory, piano and 'cello in the Cambridge area.
Christ's College Music Society   [Local]
Deatils of upcoming events of the Music Society of Christ's College, Cambridge.
City of Cambridge Symphony Orchestra   [Local]
The orchestra has a policy of promoting young solo performers, just starting out on their professional careers.
Early Music Summer School   [Local]
Short study courses in early music, mainly written before 1750.
Eastern Early Music Forum   [Local]
Promotes interest in medieval, renaissance and baroque music in East Anglia.
Ely Sinfonia   [Local]
Community orchestra for East Cambridgeshire.
Endellion String Quartet   [Local]
Quartet in Residence at the University of Cambridge.
Fen Edge Orchestra   [Local]
Amateur orchestra for re-starting players, adult learners, second instruments and those who don't want to practice.
Gonville & Caius Musical Society   [Local]
Runs an orchestra and chorus for the members of the college, which perform concerts.
Jesus College Music Society   [Local]
A local college music society's upcoming musical events: open to all.
Linton Music Society   [Local]
Runs a series of classical music concerts featuring artists who have performed nationally and internationally.
Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge   [Local]
The orchestra consists of around 50 regular members. There are no subscriptions and musicians play by invitation.
x2012/07/?? - Cambridge Summer Music Festival   [Local]
July - Aug. At various locations.
x2013/11/?? - Cambridge Music Festival   [Local]
Nov likely in 2013. Various locations.

Local folk and traditional
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2012/07/26 - Cambridge Folk Festival   [Local]
July 26-29. At Cherry Hinton Hall.
Cam-French   [Local]
Monthly session of tradition French music and dance.
Cambridge Bagpiper   [Local]
Weddings, Funerals, New Year, Burns Nights a speciality. Tuition for all ages whether beginner or intermediate.
Cambridge Comhaltas   [Local]
Promoting the music, language and tradition of Ireland.
Cambridge Folk Club   [Local]
Meets at Portland Arms, Mitcham's Corner.
Carolyn Sheppard   [Local]
Writer, musician, marketer, birdwatcher.
Folk Dance   [Local]
Folk dance and Morris.
Folk Dance and Music   [Local]
Links to different types of folk dance and music in Cambridge.
Folkwit   [Local]
Small-scale independent label promoting UK folk-roots and alt country music.
Mayflower Folk Club   [Local]
Meets at Portland Arms, Chesterton Road.

Local bellringers
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Cambridge University Guild of Change Ringers   [Local]
Ring at several churches within Cambridge.
Ely Diocesan Bellringers   [Local]
Ringing programme, Practise nights etc.
The Society of Cambridge Youths   [Local]
Resident band of ringers at Great St. Mary's. Founded in 1724.

Local jazz blues brass samba
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Arco Iris   [Local]
Community samba band based in Cambridge.
Blues Barn   [Local]
Blues band who are based in and around Cambridge.
Cambridge Cafe Band   [Local]
Cambridge based group of performing musicians playing instrumental music. Available for hire.
Cambridge Jazz Co-operative   [Local]
Runs weekly jazz workshops in Cambridge.
Cambridge University Brass Band   [Local]
The band are always on the lookout for new members (if you are a student in Cambridge).
Cambridge University Concert Band   [Local]
A quality band with regular concerts.
Caxton Swing   [Local]
Local group playing mainstream jazz from the 1920s to the present.
City of Cambridge Brass Band   [Local]
Amateur musicians playing brass from cornets to tubas.
Ely Community Samba Band   [Local]
Community samba band based in Ely.
Huntingdonshire Concert Band   [Local]
Repertoire covers the whole range and scope of music for concert band.
Lame Dog Blues Band   [Local]
An Ely-based blues 3-piece.
Louise Hobbs   [Local]
Cambridge based jazz singer offering a broad range of melodic vocal jazz, with a strong commitment of swing.
Menelik Music   [Local]
Concerts of salsa and music from the developing world.
Mystery Train Blues and R'n'B Band   [Local]
Cambridgeshire-based band who specialise in good-time, rootsy, Blues and R'n'B-based music.
Peter Shepherd's Jazz Booking Office   [Local]
Local jazz musician Peter Shepherd's website, including photos and music samples of jazz bands, and a gig listing.
Prime Bass   [Local]
10-piece ensemble.

Local pop and rock
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2012/06/02 - Strawberry Fair   [Local]
June 2. One-day festival of music, entertainments, arts and crafts.
Cadillac Arrest   [Local]
Purveying live guitar-based music to the South East of England.
Cambridge Rocksoc   [Local]
The society that brings together rock and metal fans and the music they love.
Double S Music Machine   [Local]
Mobile discotheque with quality sound system and light show.
Dr F's Dance Music Info   [Local]
Information about all types of electronic music in Cambridge.
Equinoxe DVD Disco   [Local]
Mobile Disco specialising in music DVDs.
Moon Open Mic at the Man on the Moon, Norfolk Street   [Local]
Community based event promoting free and live artists in Cambridgeshire.
The Calling   [Local]
Club event: Goth / Industrial / EBM / Darkwave. Meets first Saturday of month at Q Club, Station Road.
Uptight DJs   [Local]
Filthy Funk - Dirty Disco - Sizzlin' Soul - Classic Cuts - Retro Rhythms!

Local music lessons
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Ace Foundation   [Local]
Not for profit educational trust, providing music and arts courses for a wide range of ages, abilities and interests.
Cambridge Bagpiper   [Local]
Weddings, Funerals, New Year, Burns Nights a speciality. Tuition for all ages whether beginner or intermediate.
Cambridge Guitar Seminars Ltd   [Local]
Seminars and lessons that teach guitar playing technique.
Cheryl Frances-Hoad   [Local]
Local composer. Also teaches composition, music theory, piano and 'cello in the Cambridge area.
Dance   [Local]
Includes local dance lessons of different types.
Dave Webster Stringed Musical Instruments   [Local]
Guitar, bass and banjo tuition (one to one), plus repairs and sales of the same, based in Witchford, near Ely.
Handwired Music of Harston, Cambridge   [Local]
Guitar tuition for all ages from beginners to intermediate.
Harmonica Lessons with Steve Lockwood   [Local]
Play blues rhythms, cool country wails, pitch bend all the way down and jam along with rockin' solos. All music styles played.
Hub Sound Studio Electric and Acoustic Guitar Lessons   [Local]
Beginner to Advanced students of 8 years old and up welcome! Rock to Blues, Jazz, Neo-Classical, Metal, Pop,Country etc.
Jazz Course UK
Jazz courses throughout the year for all levels in Cambridge.
Jessica Summers   [Local]
Singing lessons in Cambridge with experienced, friendly teacher & professional singer.
Liz Mitchell   [Local]
Experienced woodwind teacher, on saxophone, clarinet, flute and recorder. She teaches beginners to advanced, all ages.
Marie Noelle Kendall   [Local]
Local pianist and piano teacher.
Mimia Margiotta Piano Studio   [Local]
Piano and music theory lessons for pupils from a wide range of ages, levels and abilities.
Music for Young People   [Local]
Including classes.
Penelope-Anne Fletcher   [Local]
Singing teacher in central Cambridge.
Peter Shepherd, Jazz Music Lessons   [Local]
Jazz music teacher Peter Shepherd's web site. A brief biography, and info about lessons.
Phil Watts   [Local]
Cambridge singer/songwriter/producer and vocal coach.
Ringing Strings   [Local]
Tuition, ensemble and workshops for classical and acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele and banjo.
Rock College   [Local]
Learn how to put together your dream band to write, rehearse, record and rock out live shows.
Seymour Drums   [Local]
Everything to do with drumming including drum lessons, info & technique.
Successful Practising by Jenny Macmillan   [Local]
A handbook for pupils, parents and music teachers.
Swavesey Music School   [Local]
Learn to sing together, play instruments together and learn music theory and aural skills.
Timothy Christmas Guitar and Piano Tuition   [Local]
Individual and group lessons, courses and workshops for beginners and advanced students.
Veronica Henderson   [Local]
Cello teacher.

Music instruments
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Cambridge Pianoforte   [Local]
Piano and strings retailer and specialist, offering repairs, restoration, tunings and removal services. Also sheet music and instrument accessories.
Dave Webster Stringed Musical Instruments   [Local]
Guitar, bass and banjo tuition (one to one), plus repairs and sales of the same, based in Witchford, near Ely.
Eugenie Degan Violins   [Local]
Workshop in Cambridge offers quality repairs, maintenance and restorations on instruments of the violin family, Gambas and their bows.
Millers Music Centre & Ken Stevens Music and Instruments   [Local]
In Sussex Street. Believed to be the second oldest music shop in the country.
Richard Wilson   [Local]
Hand made bows from the finest quality materials, to suit the individual. Bow repairing and rehairing service
Violin Makers   [Local]
Classes in violin making, bow making, furniture restoration and woodcarving. Also repair and make violins.
Woolston Violins   [Local]
Violin making, repairs and restoration.

Local services
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Acoustic Perfection   [Local]
High end audio specialists based in Witchford.
Adam Wakeling   [Local]
Composer of classical and rock music. Available for commissioned work. I sell my music through CDs and downloads.
Blue Libra Art & Music   [Local]
Promoting local artists and musicians.
Capriccio Music   [Local]
Committed to the promotion, understanding and appreciation of chamber music.
Cherry Tree Recording Studio
Professional recording in the heart of the Fenlands.
Moving Tone   [Local]
Giving air to contemporary music composition.
MyHeadshots Professional Portrait Photography   [Local]
Cambridge based portrait and headshot photography for professional performers.
Phil Watts   [Local]
Cambridge singer/songwriter/producer and vocal coach.
Pianist4u   [Local]
Pianist for weddings, birthdays and other functions, and organist for wedding ceremony.
Sound Recording Technology   [Local]
Independent media company based in St Ives, specialise in audio recording, dvd authoring and cd manufacturing.
The Hub Sound Studios   [Local]
Fully professional recording studios and rehearsal space for musicians.
Three Circles   [Local]
Recording services for any genre of music as well as other audio related services.
Volksmusi   [Local]
Professional PA sound system with experienced engineer for hire.
ZooAudio   [Local]
24 track digital recording studio.

Local youth music & dance
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Cambridge Suzuki Young Musicians   [Local]
Info on classes for piano and general musicianship for children 0 years onwards.
Cambridge Youth Music   [Local]
Umbrella organisation supporting opportunities for young people in and around Cambridge to enjoy making music.
Cambridgeshire Holiday Orchestra   [Local]
For musicians from 7 years upwards to participate in music ensembles during the school holidays.
Corn Exchange   [Local]
Entertainment venue. Behind the Guildhall.
Dance   [Local]
Dance classes for young people.
Hub Sound Studio Electric and Acoustic Guitar Lessons   [Local]
Beginner to Advanced students of 8 years old and up welcome! Rock to Blues, Jazz, Neo-Classical, Metal, Pop,Country etc.
Junction   [Local]
Live music, children's activities, workshops, comedy, theatre/dance. Off Hills Road near railway bridge.
Kay Barrett   [Local]
Workshops and individual sessions for unconfident singers, children's groups and adults with learning disabilities.
Music for Little People   [Local]
Music classes for children under the age of 5 throughout Cambridgeshire.
Music Lessons   [Local]
Lessons in specific instruments.
Music to Grow to   [Local]
High quality music-making classes for young children as they grow.
Stringmoves   [Local]
Musical training through Dalcroze Eurhythmics before starting to learn a stringed instrument.
Swavesey Music School   [Local]
Saturday music school for children and young people aged 4-18, out of Swavesey Village College.

Music downloads
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Amazon MP3 Downloads
Download MP3 tracks. These are DRM-dfree, so will play on any MP3 player.
iTunes
Download songs for a fee. From Apple.
Napster
Download songs legally onto your computer for a fee.
Passionato
Classical music downloads.
Sound Click
MP3 files of independent music to download. Or you can upload your own music!


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