January 2026
JAN
12
Adventures in Music
Various libraries in Nottinghamshire
Adventures in Music uses rhythm, music and movement to develop your child's language skills, spark their imagination and build their confidence in exploring and making music.
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From pirates to fairies, a mermaid city to a monster mountain, there are 10 sessions in total with a different theme each week, so you and your little ones can clap, stamp, shake, dance and sing!
Available at a range of dates and times. This is the start of a ten-week series.
£30 for the whole term
JAN
12
Lullaby Bank
Various libraries in Nottinghamshire
The Lullaby Bank is your chance to relax and bond with your baby in a calm space.
Sing, listen to and learn soothing and uplifting melodies from around the globe. Perfect for new mothers and their babies aged 0-9 months, and expectant mothers in their third trimester.
Available at a range of dates and times. This event is held weekly.
Free (booking essential)
JAN
24
Roan Kearsey-Lawson's Sounds of LMO
The Blue Room at The Lawn, Lincoln
This superb band recreates the excitement of Lionel Hampton (L), ,MIlt Jackson's cool (M) and the prowess of Oscar Peterson (O). Roan plays vibes in his own unique way, as Lionel Hampton did (also playing piano and drums) and expresses the cool vibe sounds of Milt Jackson. Craig Milverton meanwhile is arguably the UK's closest pianist to the quality and style of Oscar Peterson.
Saturday 24th January
8.00pm.
Tickets £18, members £15, u18's £9 (card or cash on door).
Telephone: 01522 529717
JAN
31
Newark Choral Society Open Rehearsal Workshop
St Giles Community Hall, Main Street, Balderton, Newark NG24 3LN
An invitation to come and join Newark Choral Society as they explore Mozart's enigmatic final work - Mozart: Requiem K626. Also featuring guest professional soprano soloist, Caroline Sharpe - Winner of the Mario Lanza Prize 2009.
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When booking your ticket, please state which voice part you wish to sing.
Saturday 31st January
10.00am - 2.30pm
Tickets £10 (£5 for students/Under 18s)
Contact: Newarkchoral628@gmail.com or telephone 07976 155027
February 2026
FEB
4
Jan and Paul Ramsey
Conoco Room, Louth Library
Jan and Paul have been singing at folk venues since the 1980s. Their repertoire includes a wide range of traditional folk songs, as well as more contemporary and self-penned folk music. They are particularly well known for their vocal harmonies.
Wednesday 4th February
12.45pm - 1.30pm
Refreshments served from 11.45am to 12.40pm.
Funded by audience donation
FEB
11
Swing Shift
Conoco Room, Louth Library
Seamlessly crossing musical boundaries, blending classic jazz with contemporary influences. Swing Shift is renowned for impeccable technique and passionate performance. Their live shows are electrifying, with engaging stage presence that delights audiences.
Wednesday 11th February
12.45pm - 1.30pm
Refreshments served from 11.45am to 12.40pm.
Funded by audience donation
FEB
18
Juliet Hayley
Conoco Room, Louth Library
Juliet started playing violin aged six. She graduated from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Juliet is now a violin teacher based in the West Midlands,, her programme will be Schubert Sonata in A (Grand Duo), Elgar's Chanson de Matin/Chanson de Nuit and Copland Hoedown.
Wednesday 18th February
12.45pm - 1.30pm
Refreshments served from 11.45am to 12.40pm.
Funded by audience donation
FEB
21
KoKo Collective
The Blue Room at The Lawn, Lincoln
Led by multi-reed virtuoso Arran Kent, this talented quintet will be diving into the rich musical heritage of bebop, exploring the classic Jazz Messengers 1954 recording: 'A Night at Birdland'. Expect to hear music penned by Horace Silver, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Masterful musicianship, dynamic storytelling and irresistible swing guaranteed to have you tapping your fee and on the edge of your seat.
Saturday 21st February
8.00pm
Tickets £18, members £15, u18's £9 (card or cash on door).
Telephone: 01522 529717
FEB
25
Rubenstein Hartung Duo
Conoco Room, Louth Library
Robin Rubenstein and Victoria Hartung met in the 70s as graduates of the Royal College of Music, London. They went on to form their successful piano duo, making their debut appearance in the Purcell Room on London's South Bank and broadcasting several recitals on BBC Radio 3.
Wednesday 25th February
12.45pm - 1.30pm
Refreshments served from 11.45am to 12.40pm.
Funded by audience donation
March 2026
MAR
14
Freddie Gavita Quartet
The Blue Room at The Lawn, Lincoln
Freddie is one of the UK's most exciting jazz trumpet players, known for his rich tone, lyrical improvisation and charismatic stage presence. He has become a stalwart of the British Jazz scene as a member of the Ronnie Scott's Club Quintet, jazz-rock outfit Fletch's Brew, first-call sideman and as a compelling band leader in his own right. Tonight, he salutes legendary trumpeter Freddie Hubbard with a band of the highest quality.