Music Appreciation 🎼
Members of our group have an eclectic taste and enjoy listening to a diverse range of music; from Bach to Beethoven, from Strauss to Stravinsky, from Mozart to Mahler...with a little bit of Beatles, ELO and Moody Blues thrown in, we are just as comfortable with Duke Ellington, Gershwin and Scott Joplin.
Each piece is introduced with some stories and background connected to the music or composer ensuring the programme is lively, informative and enjoyable.
One of our most popular items is Pick-and-Mix, where members bring CDs with their own favourite track.
New members are always welcome.
Our group meets each Wednesday morning at 10.30 - 12.00pm in the Moor Allerton Sports and Social Club Bar (except the second Wednesday of the month) to enjoy an hour and a half of music, chat and coffee with chocolate biscuits.
Leader: Margaret Crowe
For more information: E. groups@u3aleeds.com
Spring Programme 2026
7th January David / Margaret Classic fM Hall of Fame Greatest Movers (1)
A selection of items which have moved the most in the Classic fM Hall of Fame listings for 2025. These are the 12 greatest movers downwards in the listings. Three composers had a really bad year.
21st January David / Margaret Classic fM Hall of Fame Greatest Movers (2)
These are the 12 greatest movers upwards in the Classic fM Hall of Fame listings for 2025. Which composer has climbed the most, up an amazing 239 places in the Classic fM top 300 charts?
28th January Angela Lindley 20th Century Classical Composers (Part 1)
It is a pleasure to welcome new presenters. Angela has kindly offered to give a two part presentation on some of the significant composers of the 20th century.
4th February Michael Lockley Large Orchestras, Volume 2
A continuation of Michael’s presentation from 2025 featuring scores from very large orchestras.
18th February Richard Lindley A Tour of the Orchestra (Part 1)
The first part of Richard’s presentation features the strings and woodwind sections.
25th February Peter Brostoff Manuel de Falla
Taking a look at the music of Spanish Composer Manuel de Falla.
4th March Dave Pearson Brassed Off
Clearly reminiscent of the film of the same name, Dave is treating us to some of his brass collection CDs.
18th March Janet Dagwell Pick and Mix
An opportunity for all members of the group to share their favourite music.
25th March David Ball Forces of Nature
Music inspired by the forces of nature include pieces by Mendelssohn, Debussy, Beethoven, Grofé, Haydn, MacCunn, Ravel, Sinding, Wagner and Delius