• Homelife, Denis Jones & Nancy Elizabeth Thursday 9th September

    A home turf showcase of some Manchester's finest psyche and nu folk pioneers featuring the intoxicating sound of Homelife, Denis Jones and Nancy Elizabeth.

  • Kath Bloom + This Frontier Needs Heroes Friday 10th September

    Producing fragile, sparse and incredibly beautiful folk music since the 1970s, and a huge influence on the burgeoning new US folk scene, Band on…

  • Mr Scruff - Keep It Unreal Saturday 11th September

    Keep It Unreal's monthly residency with Mr Scruff at the controls all night long, serving up a huge melting pot of jazz, soul, hip…

  • The Black Twig Pickers + Charlie Parr Tuesday 14th September

    Taking influences from stomping fiddlers, banjoists and old-time bands, The Black Twigs' fiddle/banjo/guitar/washboard racket has sounded in dives, barns, streets and dances from Amsterdam…

  • Pierre Bensusan Thursday 16th September

    A thrilling night of breathtaking brilliance in the company of one of the world's great acoustic steel string guitarists. One of this season's highlights…

New Courses & Participatory Events Announced!

New Courses Begin At Band on the Wall

As well as putting on the finest artists from around the world Band on the Wall also puts on music, voice and dance courses and classes throughout the year. There is something for everyone whether you're an experienced musician or a complete beginner. If you've ever wanted to improve your creative and musical skills this is a great place to come and learn. See you soon at The Band!

Tap Rhythm Project

Put a spring in your step and learn tap dancing skills. Separate sessions for beginners, intermediate and advanced. Click Here Now to Find Out More

Picturehouse Choir

Led once again by the amazing Jules Gibb we welcome all comers age 9 to 90 to our thirty strong community choir. Learn songs from all around the globe and in many styles from traditional folk to gospel.No previous singing or musical experience necessary. No auditions needed. Click Here Now To Find Out More

Global Grooves - Introduction to Dhol Rhythms And Techniques

A course aimed at both drummers and dancers examining and learning about the technique, rhythms and ‘bols’ (rhythm vocalisation) for South Asian Dhol. Click Here Now To Find Out More

Band on the Wall Jazz Improvisation Group

Enrol now to book your place on this ever popular course for intermediate and advanced players playing specially arranged charts from the standard repertoire. Plenty of opportunities to solo and perform under the guidance and leadership of the legendary Munch Manship. Click Here Now To Find Out More

See you soon at Band on the Wall - the home of real music

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