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The Tuneful Side of Quarry Bank

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The Tuneful Side of Quarry Bank

Quarry Bank, Cheshire
19-30 August 2019

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As part of their Rights of the Child programme, this summer Quarry Bank are exploring the Goals of Education. From the 19th to the 30th of August, you can explore the tuneful side of Quarry Bank. From musical storytelling to the natural rhythms of the surrounding estate, there’ll be lots to discover and enjoy including new ways to create music inspired by Quarry Bank’s machines and the River Bollin.

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