Taunton Association of Performing Arts

Flying Feathers by Derek Benfield
2023-03-11 14:30 - 17:00, 2023-03-10 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-03-09 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-03-08 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-03-07 19:30 (Europe/London) | Tacchi Morris Arts Center, School Rd, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8PD, United Kingdom
When Chief Constable Henry Potterton and his sister arrive at the peaceful country house of their late, lamented brother Bernard, they are astonished to find several scantily clad ladies wandering about. It transpires that during Bernard’s visit to a religious commune, his housekeeper has turned the place into a “house of sin”. Her endeavours to hide the truth lead to a series of hilarious comings and goings involving a curious vicar and an accident-prone window cleaner. The result is comedy gold.

Taunton Junior Young Singer
2023-03-11 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom
The Taunton Junior Young Singer of the Year competition has been created following the success of Taunton Junior Young Musician in 2014/15 and the ever-growing interest in the Taunton Young Singer competitions. This is a competition to find Taunton’s’ Junior Young Singer of the Year.

Taunton Young Music Theatre Singer
2023-03-05 14:30 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Taunton School, Staplegrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AD, United Kingdom
Competitors are invited to perform a programme from different periods and genres. This competition will find Taunton’s Young Music Theatre singer of the year.

Taunton Young Singer
2023-03-05 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Taunton School, Staplegrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AD, United Kingdom
This competition for young singers has been set up by the festival in response to the ever-growing number of entries in the Music Festival. It was also felt that singers should have their own competition and not be judged alongside their instrumental contemporaries as in past Taunton Young Musicians competitions. This competition will find Taunton’s Young Singer of the Year.

Music on the Levels: Devon Salinas and Sophie Green
2023-02-26 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | St Mary’s Church, Westonzoyland, Westonzoyland, Somerset, TA7 0EP, United Kingdom
Experience tomorrow’s stars today!
Our free concert on Sunday 26 February 2023 at 3.00 pm in St Mary’s Church, Main Road, Westonzoyland, TA7 0EP features guitarist Devon Salinas and singer Sophie Green.
Sophie and Devon will be putting their own stamp on covers of popular standards. Both are in their final year at Leeds Conservatoire and are already in demand at festivals and to perform with other solo artists and bands.
Sophie is a very passionate singer born in Wales. Her favourite genres include blues and rock but she can easily adapt to most other styles.
‘I aspire to write music with my band and gig more with my own material to continue my journey as a musician,’ says Sophie, ‘I’ve already had the great opportunity to play at many festivals over the summer which has helped build up my musicianship.’
Devon is a dedicated musician from America and is studying jazz guitar. He has worked with many solo artists and bands in diverse genres such as jazz, funk and neo-soul helping them push their own individual sound while giving him many opportunities to travel and perform. He aspires to continue to work with different artists to play at more venues such as festivals and shows like BBC Introducing.
‘We are going to do a set list of covers’, says Devon when asked specifically about the concert in Westonzoyland. ‘to name a few, we will be performing songs like Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, American Boy, September, Stand By Me and so on.
‘It will be all in that genre of pop tunes. And we will be playing together. So Sophie will be singing and I will be accompanying her with guitar!’
Devon also has a local connection in that he studied at Bridgwater and Taunton College completing the Performance pathway on the level 3 Music Technology and Performance Extended Diploma in 2019 before gaining a place at the prestigious Leeds Conservatoire.

Ronald Tickner Anniversary Concert
2023-02-25 03:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Taunton Minster (St Mary Magdalene Church), Church Square, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1SA, United Kingdom
Ronald Tickner was Organist and Choirmaster of St Mary
Magdalene for 36 years (1963-99) and the trust founded in his
memory in 2000 aims to support young musicians with lessons
and experiences which will help them to make the most of their
talents now and in the future.
To contact the organisers please email rtetrust@gmail.com

Stand up and Sing
2023-02-18 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | St James’ Church, Taunton, St James Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JS, United Kingdom
Stand up and Sing
an evening with music with special guests ARQUEBUS in aid of our Patrons Charity (Cancer Research UK)

Lunchtime Concert- Summer Serenade
2023-02-16 12:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | St John the Evangelist Church, Taunton, Park Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DG, United Kingdom
A solo guitar recital with musical delights by Bach, Giuliani and Tarrega with Classical Guitarist James Rippingale.
www.jamesrippingale.co.uk
Drinks will be available before the concert.
There will be a retiring collection in aid Od the Cats Protection League and St John’s Church.
This event has been sponsored by Invest SW.

Taunton Sinfonietta
2023-02-12 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom
Trumpet Concertos by Handel and Torelli, soloist Sasha Canter, BBC finalist, and music by Albinoni, Nielsen, Webern, Dvorak, Sousa and Einaudi. Director Mary Eade, violin.

Music Festival
2023-02-07 - 2023-02-11, 2023-01-31 - 2023-02-04 | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom
The Music Festival is to encourage and promote the performance and enjoyment of music. Aiming particularly, but not exclusively at young people, it provides a challenge and unique opportunity to perform in a competitive and non-competitive situation in front of an adjudicator.

Pop Vocals Competition
2023-02-05 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Tacchi Morris Arts Center, School Rd, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8PD, United Kingdom
For the second year, exciting competition opportunity for pop and contemporary music soloists, duos and bands.
Come and watch local emerging artists perform, with an industry professional adjudicator in the chair, and cash prizes to be won!
With classes in three age categories, 12 and under, 16 and under and Open, this is sure to be an uplifting and inspiring day.

Music Festival
2023-01-30 - 2023-02-01 | Taunton School, Staplegrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6AD, United Kingdom

Holocaust Memorial Comemmoration
2023-01-27 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | St John the Evangelist Church, Taunton, Park Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DG, United Kingdom
The Taunton’s Annual Commemoration for Holocaust Memorial Day will again take place at St John’s Church. This year’s theme is “Ordinary People”. The County Council Choir, “Canticle”, and students from Queen’s College will be making musical contributions and Chief Executive of Heritage SW, Tom Mayberry will be speaking about local people who made a difference.
This event is organised by a small collection of community representatives and Somerset County Council. It’s purpose is to remember acts of genocide and their victims including the Holocaust. It is a civic and secular event with people of all faiths and none welcome. The programme will include music and the lighting of candles.
The church will be open till 4pm following the commemoration for those wishing to view a display or sign the book of commitment.

Choral Evensong
2023-01-22 15:30 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | St John the Evangelist Church, Taunton, Park Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DG, United Kingdom
The Chapel Choir of Wellington School will sing Evensong with a theme for Epiphany. All are welcome to join the congregational for what will be a spiritually uplifting and a feast of choral music. Tea and Cakes will also be served.

Taunton Choral Society - Handel's Messiah
2023-01-09 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-01-08 19:30 - 22:00 UTC | Taunton Minster (St Mary Magdalene Church), Church Square, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1SA, United Kingdom
The ever popular Messiah by Handel.
St Mary Magdalene Church, Taunton
Tickets £18 and £15 (students £9/£7.50 – under 12s free) available from Taunton Visitor Centre – 01823 340470 – or go to TCS website

Taunton Sinfonietta - Classical music concert
2023-01-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-08 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom
programme to be confirmed

Taunton Festival of the Arts –Vocal Competitions Prize Winners Concert (time to be confirmed)
2023-01-09 - 2023-01-10, 2023-01-08 - 2023-01-09 | St John’s Church, Staplegrove, Manor Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6EJ, United Kingdom
The festival exists to encourage and promote the performance and enjoyment of arts. Aiming particularly, but not exclusively, at young people it provides a challenge and a unique opportunity to perform in a competitive and non-competitive situation in front of adjudicators, all experienced professionals, offering teaching at the highest level.
Refer to website for further details.

Taunton Festival of the Arts --Somerset Song Prize
2023-01-09 - 2023-01-10, 2023-01-08 - 2023-01-09 | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom

Taunton Festival of the Arts --Taunton Young Theatre Performer Competition
2023-01-09 - 2023-01-10 | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom

Taunton Festival of the Arts --Taunton Junior Young Singer Competition (pm)
2023-01-09 - 2023-01-10 | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom

Taunton Festival of the Arts - String Classes
2023-01-09 - 2023-01-10 | Temple Methodist Church, Taunton, Upper High Street Taunton, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PY, United Kingdom
