Web Directory

» Aidan Smith
   Official site for Manchester singer/songwriter Aidan Smith. Features discography, audio and video clips, biography and up to date gig guide.
   http://www.aidansmith.net/

» Analogue Catalogue
   Independent record label. Home to Frances McKee (Ex Vaselines), Aidan Smith, Bridget Storm and Supreme Vagabond Craftsman. Featuring news, shop, artist profiles and contact page.
   http://www.analoguecat.com/

» Atic Records
   Manchester based music publisher, signed artists include AIM, Niko and Paperboy. Features news, gallery, backstage area, and contact details.
   http://www.aticrecords.com/

» BBC Manchester Online
   Reviews, quizzes, local band A-Z, competitions, and demos of new local talent to download.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/manchester/music/index.shtml

» BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
   Based in Manchester. Information about concerts, CD releases, education work and the orchestra itself.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/orchestras/philharmonic/

» Buffet Bar and Cross Keys Folk Clubs
   Two Manchester folk clubs; information on programme and contact details.
   http://jimfolk.users.btopenworld.com/

» Crystal Chords
   Manchester ladies barbershop harmony chorus with 48 members. They perform at private and public events while regularly supporting community groups and charities.
   http://www.crystalchords.org.uk/

» DJ Maurice Norris
   Drum and bass and Hip Hop DJ. Available for hire, and with free mixtapes to download.
   http://www.mauricenorris.co.uk/

» DJ Nick Campbell
   Offers a disco service for weddings, birthdays, corporate events and parties. Company profile, services and contacts.
   http://www.nickcampbelldj.co.uk/

» Elbow
   Elbow are a five piece band consisting of Guy Garvey, Mark Potter, Craig Potter, Pete Turner and Richard Jupp. Provides a mailing list and news.
   http://www.elbow.co.uk

» Freed
   A band from Manchester, currently writing, and performing their own music. Includes group member details, gig dates and sample track.
   http://www.myspace.com/freedofficial

» GJ Bradley: Club DJ
   Provides general details, photographs, what's new page and a contact page.
   http://www.djgarybradley.50megs.com/

» Get Into Jazz
   Provides listings of jazz gigs, festivals, bands, venues and tutors in the Greater Manchester area.
   http://www.getintojazz.com/

» Gorton Philharmonic Orchestra
   Amateur symphony orchestra, believed to be oldest orchestra in Manchester. Details of concerts, profiles of members, history, and membership information.
   http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/gortonphil/

» Greater Manchester County Fire Service Pipe Band
   Primarily a competition band, playing in grade 3 competitions all over England and Southern Scotland. Provides the bands history, practices and news.
   http://www.gmcfspb.btinternet.co.uk/

» Hallé Orchestra
   Britain's longest-established professional symphony orchestra. Official site with contact details, membership information, history, and concert listings.
   http://www.halle.co.uk/

» Healer
   Wedding, function and party band offer their song-list, reviews, audio samples, and booking details.
   http://www.garypowell.co.uk/healer/

» Ian Chesworth
   Professional singer musician, offering soloist or accompanist for recitals, concerts and weddings.
   http://www.chesworth.org/

» Intriplicate
   Flute, oboe and piano trio available for concerts and background music at weddings, parties and other functions. Details of members, events and reviews.
   http://www.intriplicate.co.uk/

» Jazz Relaxin
   Offers duo, trio or full band for special events. Describes experience and offers demo CD.
   http://www.livejazznorthwest.co.uk/

» ListenToManchester
   A home for new and unsigned Manchester bands, local gigs, mp3s, reviews and writing. All content is created and added by users. Bands can create their own pages and upload mp3s and gig details.
   http://www.listentomanchester.co.uk/

» Long-View
   Official site for indie rock band Long-View. Featuring audio and video clips, tour guide, photos, shop and chat forum.
   http://www.longviewmusic.com/

» Manchester Beethoven Orchestra
   Amateur orchestra giving concerts in Manchester. Information about calendar, membership, recordings, history and library.
   http://www.beethovenorchestra.co.uk/

» Manchester Camerata
   Chamber orchestra based in Manchester. Details of their concert schedules, their education and community work, with background information on their support and members.
   http://www.manchestercamerata.co.uk/

» Manchester Chorale
   An eight part ensemble. Performances, news, history, and booking.
   http://www.manchesterchorale.org.uk/

» Manchester Jazz Festival
   Two weeks of jazz, held annually. Programme and venue information, and details of their education programme.
   http://www.manchesterjazz.com/

» Manchester Midi School
   Offers training courses for music production, remixing, DJing, and all aspects of music technology. Includes studio images and training details.
   http://www.midischool.com

» Manchester Music
   Dedicated to music in Manchester and the North West, featuring A-Z band list, reviews, interviews, musician resources and mailing list.
   http://www.manchestermusic.co.uk/

» Moretti String Quartet
   Professional string quartet; information about their concerts and services for weddings, corporate events, and light entertainment. Audio samples and contact details.
   http://www.morettiquartet.co.uk/

» Mossley Band
   Brass band. News, history, events and contacts.
   http://www.mossleyband.co.uk/

» Music in Manchester
   Site for reports and pictures of bands that have appeared in the area. Lists an A to Z of bands.
   http://www.camera1.free-online.co.uk/

» Nine Black Alps
   Official site for the Manchester rock 4 piece. Features up-to-date news, tour dates, audio and video clips, and photo gallery.
   http://www.nineblackalps.com/

» Northern Uproar
   Official home pages of Northern Uproar, provides tour dates, a gallery, reviews, latest news and stories.
   http://www.n-uproar.u-net.com/

» Pachelbel String Quartet
   Provide classical music for weddings and corporate functions across the North West. Profiles of the members, details of repertoire, and contact information.
   http://www.pachelbelstringquartet.co.uk/

» Philharmonic Choir of Manchester
   Concerts, membership, photographs, links and a map. Withington, City of Manchester.
   http://www.philchoir.org.uk/

» Sale Chamber Orchestra
   Gives concerts in Sale and surrounding area; information about concerts and the Trafford Young String Player award.
   http://www.salechamberorchestra.co.uk/home.htm

» Tangled Club
   Pictures, resident DJs' profiles, audio clips, flyers, press reviews, and a message board.
   http://www.tangled.info/

» The Altèri Chamber Choir of Manchester
   Performs a range of music - classics by Bach, Brahms, Duruflé and Fauré, contemporary music - including works by Jeffrey Lewis and specially commissioned pieces by John Hawkins and Emily Howard. Fallowfield, City of Manchester.
   http://www.alteri.org/

» The Bridgewater Hall
   Concert venue, primarily for classical music. Includes an agenda, information about facilities, and online booking.
   http://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/

» The Doves
   The Official Doves site, registration is required for more details.
   http://www.doves.net/

» The Longcut
   Official site for experimental Manchester three-piece The Longcut. Features news, diary, gig guide, audio clips, shop and a forum.
   http://www.thelongcut.com/

» Twisted Nerve Records
   UK label. Home to Badly Drawn Boy, Dakota Oak, DOT, Misty Dixon, Mum and Dad, Rebelski, Sirconical and Andy Votel. News, pictures, links, forum, audio clips, and catalogue.
   http://www.twistednerve.co.uk/

» Vernon Violins
   Restoration, repair, making and dealing in fine Violins, Violas, Cellos, Double Basses and bows.
   http://www.vernon-violins.co.uk/

» World Of Twist
   A retrospective look at the 1990's Manchester band featuring Tony Ogden.
   http://gary.virtek.com/world_of_twist/