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On 19 September BCAC are planning a trip to Derby to see the exhibition :Wright of Derby: From the Shadows is the first major exhibition dedicated to the Joseph Wright of Derby’s ‘candlelight’ paintings. “Illuminated faces gather around a variety of objects, from classical sculptures and scientific instruments to bones, bladders and animals. Through his unflinching scenes of people watching, Wright of Derby proposes moral questions about acts of looking. The strong light and

Our second in the series of Spotlight Nights. We welcome back the amazing Swansong who entertained us in the first series of Spotlight Nights. Thursday 3rd September. Please support the BCAC and The Anglers as we promote live music in the village. Swansong Accoustic is a Sheffield-based professional duo featuring vocalist Karen Gilmore and guitarist Nigel Smith who perform a diverse mix of folk, jazz and blues. If your music tastes include Ella Fitzgerald to Nora Jones, or Va

Details to follow. Sportlight Nights at The Anglers Rest are free entry, but we pass a collection around to support the singers and bands. If you would like to play a floorspot on the night, please text (only) 07958 332858.

The BCAC concerts are back with a bang on Saturday 24th October with the incredible music of Wise Woman, supported by Nina Harris. Prepare to be entertained. Performing in the unique atmosphere of St John's Church, Bamford, the event brings together two of the finest folk and contemporary music acts of the present day. Ticket details out soon. "YOU GUYS ABSOLUTELY ROCK"BBC Radio 3 Blending ancient folk traditions with a bold contemporary flair (Tradfolk), Wise Woman bring a h

The Sette of Odde Volumes are a trio local to the Hope Valley, who have been writing and performing songs together for over ten years. Combining guitar, bass, strings, piano, and vocal harmonies, their narrative-rich, eclectic songs invite you into a world of tall tales and curious characters, evoking the beauty in the small things and the fantastical in the everyday. Sportlight Nights at The Anglers Rest are free entry, but we pass a collection around to support the singers

One of the main principles behind the ethos of the BCAC is to give local musicians and singers a platform to perform, but in this case, Seb Stone has already surpassed the need for a platform, he has built a four-lane bridge to where he is bound in the world of folk music. Seb Stone is a traditional singer, whistle player and uilleann piper from the Peak District. After graduating from Royal Holloway University in 2022, with singing lessons at the Royal Academy of Music, he w

We're already planning ahead for 2027, and we are in discussion with some fabulous bands and singers to visit Bamford. SUNTOU SUSSO - one of the Gambia's finest Kora players and story tellers, now based in Bristol in the UK. If you came to see Josh Doughty in concert in St John's Church last year, you will certainly enjoy the performance of Suntou Susso. LISTEN HERE THE YORKSHIRE GYPSY SWING COLLECTIVE - The BCAC promised to bring music of all genres to Bamford, and this is

"The biggest surprise from the day came in the shape of Darren Poyzer, a Mancunian singer/songwriter with charm and talent on his side ... full of the wit of a comedian and the musical skills of one of the greats" - Acoustic Festival of Britain 2009 / Wristband4Festivals " ... a very, very brilliant writer" - Richard Digance "Darren's songs are heartfelt with poignant lyrics, and a beautiful sensitive touch. We really enjoy it when he appears on the same stage as us." - Andy