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Introducing The Vibe Collective: A New Wave of Music Events at Turner Sims

Hey there music enthusiasts and curious souls!

April 23, 2024

We’re excited to share the buzz about our latest adventure – The Vibe Collective. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Southampton, we, a dynamic team of fourteen young creatives, are on a mission to shake things up at Turner Sims and bring you a fresh wave of live music experiences like never before.

Setting the Stage: The Vision and Mission

Before we dive into the beats and melodies, let’s sync up with the grand vision of Turner Sims – connecting communities locally and globally through the sheer joy of live music. Our mission? To share that joy by delivering extraordinary experiences within and beyond the walls of our favourite music venue.

The Vibe Collective’s Mission – Let the Music Speak!

Our mission, should you choose to accept it (and trust us, you want to), involves planning, programming, and delivering mind-blowing live music events at Turner Sims, aptly named ‘The Vibe.’ Picture this: unforgettable events this spring and summer that are set to sizzle. But wait, there’s more! We’re not just bringing you the same old tunes; we’re scouting talent from across the country and celebrating the homegrown gems right here in Southampton. Turner Sims is about to become the go-to venue for an eclectic mix of musical styles that will tickle every auditory fancy.

Where the Magic Happens: The Turner Sims Foyer Transformation

Ever wished the Turner Sims foyer felt a bit more like your kind of space? Well, buckle up! We’re playfully experimenting with transforming the foyer into a haven for young souls. Imagine a space that invites you in, teases your creativity, and sets the stage for unforgettable moments.

A Bold Identity and Fresh Vibes: On and Off the Stage

The Vibe Collective isn’t just about the music; it’s about crafting a bold identity. We’re the consultants on a mission – developing an identity that screams ‘The Vibe’ and makes waves on websites, marketing materials, and social media. Get ready to spot The Vibe from a mile away!

Calling All Young People: A New Audience Unveiled

Are you between 18 and 25 and seeking a new musical haven? Look no further! The Vibe Collective is here to devise innovative ways to attract you, build trust, and make Turner Sims your go-to spot. Your feedback will be our compass as we navigate this exciting journey together.

In Closing: A Symphony of Collaboration, Learning, and Ambition

As we embark on this thrilling venture, collaboration is our anthem. The Vibe Collective is not just a team; it’s a family, working hand-in-hand with the incredible Turner Sims staff. Recognising diverse skills, embracing learning, and daring to experiment are our guiding principles. Turner Sims has set the bar high for live music experiences, and The Vibe Collective is rising to the challenge. We’re fuelled by ambition – the ambition to deliver nothing short of exceptional, to present amazing artists, and to gift you, our audience, with extraordinary experiences. Get ready to catch The Vibe, Southampton! We’re turning up the volume, breaking the mold, and ushering in a new era of live music magic.

 

Stay tuned for the rhythm of The Vibe Collective!

Turner Sims Sep - Dec Season 2026

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Southampton musicians invited to Turn It Up

Southampton Folk act Pegasuses has been named Turner Sims’ first Turn It Up local associate.

April 12, 2024

Turn It Up is a new development opportunity for musicians from Southampton and SO postcodes. It was launched by University of Southampton music venue, Turner Sims, earlier this year in association with SoCo Music Project.

Supported by funding from Arts Council England, the programme aims to help local musicians turn up the volume on their creative projects.

Pegasuses blew the selection panel away with an acoustic performance to secure their place as this year’s Turn It Up artists.

The Indie-Folk duo will benefit from industry mentoring, funding, and a headline slot at Turner Sims’ Summer Festival in June.

Being awarded the Turn It Up grant means so much – it’s a huge validation for us. It confirms there is a place for our music, and that others are not only interested in what we have to say, but that they want to support us in our development as artists. Having expert advice and guidance will help us better understand an industry that can so often feel inaccessible.
Laura, Vocalist

Through Turn It Up, Pegasuses are scaling up their usual duo to a full band featuring fellow Sotonians, including Russell Marsden (Band of Skulls), who they have spent the past two years recording their debut album with in his Southampton studio. The band will perform the album in full for the first time at Turner Sims’ Summer Festival on Friday 28 June 2024 before embarking on a small tour, which will take them beyond their usual Southampton stomping ground.

This opportunity presents a real chance for us to develop as musicians. It means we can dedicate more time and resources to our practice and build on what we’ve spent the past few years refining.
Laura, Vocalist

Pegasuses describe their music as folk-based with various influences from folk, Americana and alternative genres.

Pegasuses’ passion and readiness to take the next step in their music career stood out. They had a clear idea of where they wanted to get to and it was evident how our support and contacts could help them reach a national platform. When they performed one of their original songs for us, we knew we’d found our first Turn It Up artists.
Kevin Appleby, Turner Sims
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The Ripple Effect Lookback

Thursday 30 March saw the fantastic finish to our project with Orchestras Live and The Third Orchestra, The Ripple Effect.

May 3, 2023

Our Southampton musicians, oboist Anna Durance, poet Issa Loyaan Farrah-Kelly and electronic musician Matt Brombley, premiered a new work, Coastal, co-created and performed with The Third Orchestra, as part of the programme. They played to a packed house of very excited and appreciative children from local schools in the afternoon, followed by an inspired audience for the triumphant evening concert.

It was wonderful to see so many people of all ages enjoying the creative results of The Ripple Effect. Our mission at Turner Sims is to share live music that connects, moves and inspires people through extraordinary experiences – and today’s concerts are a perfect example of how we achieve that.
Kevin Appleby Turner Sims Concert Hall Manager

Our chosen artists joined co-composition and creation days in London and Southampton under the guidance of highly experienced composer and music leader, Peter Wiegold, for cross-genre creative conversations with The Third Orchestra.

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This was a seminal project for us, creating and playing in a wonderful venue, alongside three especially talented Southampton artists, Issa, Anna and Matt. Together with them we created a new piece ‘Coastal’, and then, delighted by this, also invited them to integrate into the orchestra for the whole show.
Peter Wiegold The Third Orchestra
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Honestly one of the most uplifting performance days I’ve ever experienced. I don’t think it could have been better. I loved how we could hear our ideas for Coastal rippling through the orchestra and coming out/being interpreted in different ways.
Anna Durance
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… an uplifting and unforgettable concert. Last night was a tremendous and re-affirming musical collaboration, the essence of what I believe we each aspire to as musical souls.
Iain Ballamy saxophonist
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The whole experience, start to finish, has been just wonderful!
Matt Brombley
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The Ripple Effect: The Third Orchestra is presented by Turner Sims in association with Orchestras Live

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