SOUND OUT LEEDS 24/25:
Chineke! Septet

Richard Strauss Til Eulenspiegel
Ignatius Sancho Septet arrangements of two minuets
Franz Berwald Grand Septet
Errollyn Wallen NNENNA
Ludwig van Beethoven Septet

Why do we travel? How can we do it better? And how can it be part of a fulfilling life? Journalist, broadcaster, and author, Ash Bhardwaj explores these questions and more during an evening of storytelling at The Leeds Library. Join Ash as he shares insights from travels at home and abroad, and offers his advice on making every journey more mindful and satisfying. Guaranteed to provoke self-reflection and wanderlust.

Hosted by TV presenter and author Mary-Ann Ochota we welcome local history buffs to a series of short presentations and a panel discussion with local experts from the University of Leeds, West Yorkshire Archaeology Advisory Service and Leeds Archives on the compelling secrets hidden in Leeds’ archaeology, archives and libraries with ideas about how you can use these troves to bring the past to life.

Bestselling author of eleven acclaimed novels, Tracy Chevalier is expert at setting her stories in other times and places, thereby transporting the reader on fictional journeys through her carefully researched and skilful writing. 

We welcome her to Leeds to introduce her latest story The Glassmaker, to discuss her craft and the importance of reading for pleasure with Rebecca Fletcher on behalf of The Queen’s Reading Room, a reading charity and podcast.

At just 15 months Tilly Lockey lost both of her arms due to a rare medical circumstance that put her life at risk. From surviving against all odds, Tilly has learned to embrace human augmentation, is a pioneer of robotic technology and has adapted to a world that wasn’t meant for her body. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by a brave and determined young advocate, model, and tech pioneer who is rewriting the narrative on diversity and innovation.

At this informal and friendly session you will hear from a number of librarians and information professionals who are working to support various health services across the city. 

Visitors are welcome to this event at the LGI irrespective of their background, age, qualifications or aspirations. After the presentations and Q&A with the panel everyone is invited to join a tour of the hospital’s library.

Join Sarah Tyson from Books Up North as she speaks with special guests Eve Wersocki Morris (children’s author and PR expert) and Josh Sendall (Director of Library Services at the University of Leeds) about their personal experiences of growing-up with dyslexia and invites them to share some practical ideas and asks for their suggestions and tips about how you can best support dyslexic children to enjoy reading in an educational setting and at home.

Join Leeds author Chris Nickson for a discussion of his new novel Them Without Pain. The latest of Chris’ historical, Leeds based crime novels, Them Without Pain is inspired by the story of Arthur Mangey, a goldsmith who made the Leeds Mace in 1696 and was hanged for treason two years later. The evidence was flimsy, his accuser of dubious reputation… delve into the world of this lesser-known Leeds tale as Chris talks about the inspiration for his new novel, his writing process and of using Leeds as his creative backdrop in turning history into fiction.

Join us for a relaxed evening celebrating and sharing local writing. Whether you are a budding poet, have begun work on your own novel or are a published writer, we want to hear from you.

Writers are invited to read a 5 minute taster of their work. Tickets are also available for audience members to enjoy the evening and be inspired.

Delivered in collaboration with Farsley Library Writers Group. This event is part of Ink Slingers - Farsley Literature Festival.