Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, Blackheath, London SE3 9RQ
UK exclusive – A rare opportunity to see the internationally acclaimed seminal work by
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook piano/MD
Phil Minton & Kate Westbrook voices
Billy Thompson violin
Karen Street accordion
Chris Biscoe saxophones
Steve Berry bass
Matthew Bourne piano
Choir directed by Paul Ayres
William Blake’s poetry has run like a Golden Thread through the music of Mike Westbrook for over 50 years. His acclaimed settings of Blake’s visionary poetry continue to resonate powerfully with modern audiences.
The first songs were written in 1971 for the National Theatre production of poet Adrian Mitchell’s stage musical TYGER, a tribute to Blake. In 1974, Mike formed his touring group, The Brass Band. The Blake songs became a cornerstone of the band’s repertoire. They have remained so ever since.
