Update 23 May 2017: BBS MIX Inclusive Concert, was held this year at a unique and ‘pop-up’ venue of the showroom at Charlie Allen Bespoke, menswear designer. So surrounded by the ultimate in men’s style the performers gave some supreme performances. Here’s just a few of the images we received…….. Compère Mik Scarlet in full flow; he was on great form and told some hilarious stories of his experiences in the media…..
BBS Blue Flowers Adorned The Window But Couldn’t Stand The Heat & Didn’t Make it to The Concert!!
The Totally Cool Steven Separovich Enjoying a Beer Whilst We Listen to Two of His Tracks
Maud Millar, Mezzo Soprano Was Superb & Witty When She Explained That The Operatic ‘Heroines’ She Portrayed Were Either Sassy or Losers. She Was a Hit Especially When She Sang The Aria From Madame Butterfly….The Room Was Absolutely Silent Except For The Occasional Sob From The Audience.
Stina Enthralled With Her Own Version of Pop Music……
A Chilled Sound With Heartfelt Lyrics of Love & Life….She Also apologised For Her Doc Martins Not Being ‘Dressy’………Stylish Though!
David 9 Lunas is Always a Favourite at BBS Mix With His Amazingly Rich Voice …..Performing Songs From His New Album
Photographer, Nat Davies, Loved Him So Much He Made This ‘Artsy’ Image of Him……All Smoke & Mirrors
Midori Jaeger Sang & Played Her Own Unique Version of Classical Cello Meets Folk……..
Accompanied By Drum, She Enchanted The Audience With Her Beautiful Compositions
Baluji, World Class Sitarist Who Happens To Be Blind, Received a Tremendous Round of Applause & Gave an Encore of ‘Here Comes The Sun’….Truly Joyous
Baluji Also Happens To Be Next Door Neighbour of Our Host Charlie Allen. They’re in The Centre Surrounded by Their Sons & Charlie’s Wife Annette
Producer & Composer, Jame Welland, Was Accompanied By Midori & Drummer to Create Some Fantastic Up Beat Jazz Pieces. Enjoyed by Baluji (Centre front) ……….James Also Accompanied Baluji on Piano.
James No.2, Centre Back, Sound Engineer, Gave His Time For Free as Did All The Musicians & Oli (Centre Front) The Musical Director
Paul, BBS Co-Founder, Ran the Bar Where We Raised £700+ & Charlie No. 2, Not in Shot, Strong Armed People on the Door For More Money
The Audience Near The Bar Were Captivated Except For One Cheeky Chap!?
It was a great night and with an intimate ambience that was enjoyed by all. It was so good Charlie Allen now wants a concert every week! Oh and I nearly forgot we raised £1000 to help musicians with disabilities explore and improve their talents. This year we’re sharing the money between The Royal Academy of Music and a new venture Open Up Music, a charity that ’empowers young disabled musicians to build inclusive youth orchestras.’. We’re looking forward to BBS MIX 2018 but it’s going to be difficult to top this year and once again thanks to all the artists and helpers who donated their time – including Marlies, Edin, Ben (Charlie’s assistants) Nat the photographer, Roger Set Designer, Bar Manager Paul and Doorman Charlie No.2 …………..& everyone who donated so generously.
