Coming up on
Thursday
January 29th
in Hay on Wye
Rhapsody in Green - a magical evening with four hands on one piano
A new work for four hands on one piano and much more!
Mike Hatchard is a jazz piano maestro, classical pianist, composer and musical director. Trained at the Royal College of Music and a former member of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, he toured the USA with Cleo Laine and remains in constant demand, performing widely and hosting acclaimed Jazz Breakfasts along the Sussex coast . ‘Unparalled pianism, stunning versatility presented with much warmth and affection.’ broadwaybaby.com
Martin Litton, an internationally renowned pianist, arranger and bandleader, specialises in jazz from Ragtime through the Swing era and beyond. He has broadcast frequently on BBC Radio 3 and worked with many legendary British and American musicians. 'Litton excels as blues man, strider and swinger.' Jazz Journal.
Special guest, Janice Day, is a vocalist, writer and award-winning stand-up comedian whose work spans classic song, comedy and storytelling. An original lead singer with the Piccadilly Dance Orchestra and Keith Nichols’ Cotton Club Orchestra, she has performed internationally at major venues including the Royal Festival Hall, Wigmore Hall (BBC Radio 3), Cadogan Hall and jazz festivals across Europe and South East Asia. 'Absolutely superb' Stephen Fry
🎟 Tickets: £15 | Early Bird £13 👈 click here save your place!
📍 Venue: St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye
⏰ Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
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Step Back in Time for a Night of Vintage Musical Magic! 🎶✨
Join us on Thursday, 31st July 2025, for an unforgettable evening as Janice Day & Martin Litton bring you The Golden Age of Melody at the beautiful St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye.
This fabulous soirée will transport you straight to the roaring 1920s & swinging 1930s, with a toe-tapping, heart-stirring selection from the Great American Songbook. Expect timeless tunes by the legendary George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Fats Waller, performed with the charm, wit, and panache of a bygone era.
With Janice Day’s delightful vocals and sparkling stage presence, and Martin Litton’s masterful touch on the ivories, this is a night of pure razzle-dazzle you won’t want to miss! From Let’s Do It to Ain’t Misbehavin’, every number is a sheer delight.
🎟 Tickets: £15 | Early Bird £13 👈 click here save your place!
📍 Venue: St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye
⏰ Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Dust off your vintage garb, grab your tickets, and join us for a swellegant evening of jazz, swing, and sophistication! 🎵✨
Mike Piggott’s Knights of Rhythm with Janice Day
All at Bodle Street Green Village Hall, BN27 4UB
Friday 18th July 2025 at 7.30pm
Saturday, 22nd March 2025
The Globe at Hay-on-Wye
Janice Day & Martin Litton:
The Billie Holiday Song Book
Tickets: Early bird tickets £8 / Standard tickets £10
Step into the golden age of music with Janice Day and Martin Litton, two exceptional performers, bringing the timeless melodies of Billie Holiday to life. With Janice’s evocative vocals, and Martin’s masterful piano artistry, this special evening pays tribute to one of history’s most iconic voices, but with a twist. Alongside her later hits, they’ll be exploring Billie’s lesser-known repertoire and paying tribute to her unique interpretation of the pop songs of the early 1930s.
Expect soulful renditions of classics like Night and Day, God Bless the Child, and Loverman, delivered with passion and authenticity. Janice, an expert in 1920s and ‘30s popular song, and Martin, an internationally acclaimed pianist specializing in classic period styles, bring decades of experience to the stage.
Join us for an intimate and unforgettable celebration of Lady Day’s legendary songbook in the atmospheric setting of The Globe at Hay.
Stephen Fry - ‘Absolutely superb!’
Book now and let the music transport you!
Immerse yourself in the 1920’s, 1930’s & 40’s with
Janice Day and Martin Litton!
These two stellar performers are experts on the golden age of music.
Their themed shows celebrate the best music from each era across the 20s and 30s.
“Absolutely superb”
Stephen Fry