A fundraiser to save The Florrie’s community classes will take place this December
On Thursday 11 December, The Big Guitar-In Fundraiser will return in a bid to raise urgent funds to save free community classes held at grade II-listed community centre The Florrie.
Hundreds of amazing guitarists will come together to perform at Mountford Hall, creating a record-breaking evening of music, community, celebration and much-needed fund-raising. Last year, a new record was set with 602 guitarists performing together - this year, that record is expected to be broken again.
The Florrie faces rising utility costs and fewer grants, while the ongoing cost-of-living crisis has increased the number of people requiring social support, pushing the availability of the community classes to the limit. These classes are a vital lifeline for the community and wider region, helping people to learn essential skills, get active, fight social isolation and build new friendships.
Timo Tierney, Community Hub Co-ordinator & Organiser of The Big Guitar-In Fundraiser, says: “The Big Guitar-In is about so much more than music. It’s about people coming together, celebrating community and showing the power we have when we unite. To see hundreds of guitarists and singers from all ages and backgrounds filling a hall with sound is truly magical.
“This year, we’re especially proud to give young Liverpool artists the chance to shine on a stage with so much history, while also raising vital funds to save The Florrie’s Community Classes – this is something I started myself at The Florrie almost ten years ago with our guitar classes and it’s grown ever since. It’s going to be a wonderful night nobody forgets, so please give us your support by buying a ticket to perform, watch the magic in the audience or by making a donation to support us.”
Amongst the guitarists performing is some of Liverpool’s own incredible young talent, including rising stars Ellis Murphy, Louis Gibney, Credits, The Sway and Olga Fitz leading the way, joined by established favourites Space, Crowded Scouse, Brian Nash (Frankie Goes to Hollywood) and a host of special guests still to be announced.
The Big Guitar-In Fundraiser is an inclusive event; whether you’re a seasoned musician or just learning your first few chords, you are welcome to take part. The Florrie Guitar Group meets every Tuesday at 6pm and new members of all abilities are encouraged to join and learn in time for December.
Tickets are available now for both guitarists bringing their acoustic guitar to take part and for a very limited number of spectators who want to experience the atmosphere.
If you’re unable to attend, please donate what you can to Save The Florrie’s Community Classes.
The Florrie, 377 Mill St, Liverpool L8 4RF
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