2013 marks the 400th Anniversary of Bangor’s town charter with a year-long programme of events to celebrate the cultural history of the town.
Come to Bangor Town Hall on Saturday 14 September for a musical journey through time. Swingabella will kick off the night at 6pm supported by an 8 piece band. This is a close-harmony vocal trio bringing back the sassy sound of the 30s and 40s – the Swing Era. Their repertoire includes the songs of the Andrews Sisters – favourites like ‘Don’t Sit Under The Apple Tree’ and ‘In The Mood.’
Next up are Local heroes Otis and The Elevators – everyone has a favourite Blues Brothers number and they’re guaranteed to create an unforgettable party atmosphere and have everyone dancing and singing!
Appearing for the first time in Northern Ireland the next act is a huge hit in the UK. King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys – this unusually named band is one of the most popular jazz and swing bands in the world, made famous by Ronnie Scott’s clubs, performing classy numbers in Louis Jordan and Eddie Cleanhead style.
On Sunday 15 we are delighted to announce an event called Bangor 400 Voices.
The night will commence with a Church Service at 6pm, followed at 7pm by a celebration of choral excellence which will see local choirs Bangor Ladies Choir, Open Arts Choir, New Irish Youth Choir and Belfast Community Gospel Choir collaborate for a very special concert. Guest soloists Sylvia Burnside and Craig Skene will also be performing accompanied by a house band and string quartet.
On both Saturday and Sunday nights at 10.00 pm the Town Hall will be used as a spectacular backdrop for a 3d lighting projection show which will transport the audience through a journey reflecting on the last 400 years using visuals reflections to energise Bangor Castle and bring it to life as the story unfolds.
Everyone is welcome to bring a picnic to these events but tea, coffee and an array of other foods will be available on the site. So please come along to Castle Park to enjoy this FREE event.