Summer festival of music and arts

A SUMMER music and arts festival, organised by Sheffield University's music department and Sheffield Cathedral, will open at the cathedral on Thursday, June 3.
By The Newsroom
Published 18th May 2010, 00:10 BST
Updated 18th May 2010, 00:10 BST

The festival will include a talk from poet Ian McMillan, a performance from the Impressions Jazz Quintet, and an evening of silent horror films with improvised organ accompaniment. A talk by composer Gabriel Jackson and performances from three cathedral choirs will end the festival on June 12.

Stewart Campbell, festival director and concerts manager for the university, said: "I'm thrilled that we've been able to continue the creative partnership between the two institutions. This year's programme of events encompasses many different art forms, combined with several inspirational performers."

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The Rev Peter Bradley, dean of Sheffield Cathedral, added: "This is the second year of the partnership between the cathedral and the university, and the result is a stunning programme full of quality and variety."