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reputation for its displays of working rural crafts, farmers’ market and wide range of attractions. They also boast one of the largest farriers’ competitions outside the county show circuit. You’ll also find trade stands, a farmers’ market and a craft marquee. The show offers great value for money, with a full and varied day of entertainment and education. To buy tickets in advance or for more information, visit www.tockwithshow.org.uk.
and green, and all proceeds go to charity. Don't miss it! Visit www.galtresfestival.org.uk to book your tickets. Please quote ‘locallink767’ to earn a discount that amounts to £3 off a day ticket, £5 off a weekend ticket and £15 off a family weekend ticket.
Shepherds and Shanties, Salvation Army Citadel, Gillygate. 8pm. The Micklegate Singers, an amateur choir in York made up of around 30–40 mixed voices, presents a varied programme of choral music. Tickets are available on the door, or from the box office on 557208.
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Ave Maria: music for the blessed Virgin Mary, St Olaves Church, Marygate.
14 August
Late Music Concert, Unitarian Chapel, St
Ripley Agricultural Show, Ripley Castle Park, Harrogate HG3 3EA. Heavy and Light Horses (showing & jumping), Dogs, Sheep and Cattle, Vintage Machinery and Yorkshire's largest and finest display of Vintage Tractors are just some of the attractions on offer at this year’s show. There will also be horticultural, produce and handicrafts on display, plus the famous live ‘Sheep Show’ (complete with dancing sheep!), farrier demonstrations and a guest appearance from Cyril the Squirrel! What more could you want? More information from www.ripleyshow.co.uk.
26 – 28 August Galtres Festival, Crayke. Who needs Glastonbury when Yorkshire's got Galtres? Combining five stages of music and cabaret, more than 100 fine beers and ciders all from Yorkshire, excellent local produce catering, loads for kids to do from film making to music workshops, and all set in a beautiful rural setting overlooking the Vale of York. Music ranges from top chart-topping bands to local emerging talent, ranging from pop and acoustic to jazz, blues and ska. Comedy, theatre and offbeat performances at the night cabaret, films, family camping and clean loos too! It's organic, fair trade
2 July Saviourgate. 7.30pm. Tickets: www.latemusic.org
York Symphony Orchestra Summer Concert, Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, University of York. 8pm. The York Symphony Orchestra, the city’s oldest amateur orchestra, presents its summer programme. The concert features Debussy's rarely heard Printemps, which includes a piano duet and a harp in its orchestration to suggest the delicate sensuality of springtime. Works by Ravel and Barber create a more prayerful atmosphere that is dispelled in the high spirits of Russian offerings from Borodin and Khachaturian. The orchestra is led by Claire Jowett and conducted by Alasdair Jamieson.
Summer concert, York Philharmonic Male Voice Choir, York Guildhall, 7.30pm. The ‘Phil’, as the choir is affectionately known, has played a significant part in the rich musical fabric of York since 1925. Listen to this award-winning choir sing their distinctive brand of four-part harmony choral music in a striking venue. You will hear folk songs, hymns, secular music and songs from the shows, plus a selection of solo pieces. Book your ticket, which includes a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink at the interval, by calling Terry Yates on 728423.
8pm. Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary was fundamental to worship in 17th-century France, and the Ebor Singers explore Charpentier's highly varied output in her honour, from pieces intended for performance by nuns to a large-scale oratorio. Free pre-concert talk at 7.15pm. Call the Minster box office on 0844 939 0015
Rossini Petite Messe Solenelle, St Michael le Belfrey, opposite South entrance to the Minster. 8pm. The Chapter House Choir presents Rossini's sparkling and witty chamber oratorio for choir, soloists and two pianos and harmonium. This joyous, and occasionally irreverent, work was Rossini's final offering to his ardent Parisian followers. Call the Minster box office to book on 0844 939 0015
3 July The Drifters, Grand Opera House, York, 7.30pm. Now in their 58th year, The Drifters have seen massive chart success across the world. They will be joined on stage by about 20 pupils from Our Lady’s RC Primary School, Acomb, to sing the song Hero by M People. Box office on 0844 847 2322. Rebecca Newman In Concert, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road. 7pm. Box office on 623568.
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