A charity fundraising evening of music in memory of Pete Durham – a musical genius – will be be taking place this coming Friday (11th March) in Shanklin.
There’ll be five groups of musicians playing a wide variety of music which reflect the diversity of genres which Pete was very nimble in.
The bands playing in memory of Pete will be: The Phoenix Jazz Ensemble, The Enormous Small Band, The Leon Simmonds Trio, Toca Bonito Salsa Band and The Castle Jazz Band.
Prolific musical output
As well as being a drummer, he owned a business in Shanklin Old Village for a bountiful amount of years with his wife, Ed.
In addition to playing with numerous Island Bands, he also supported a collection of visiting artists from the mainland.
Accompanying the free entertainment for the night, there’s a chance to get lucky with the raffle prizes and the bar will be open for refreshments throughout the event.
For more detail
Venue and time details available on Events OnTheWight.
Entrance is free of charge and all donations will go to The Earl Mountbatten Hospice.
