The Man on the Moon open mic is really a very special event of spontaneous live music. It takes place on the occurs the last Tuesday of every month. Steph Brown, the open mic organiser, says It belongs to all those who attend it. It attracts a large, diverse, talented group of musicians and listeners.

Steph explains: If you're a musician or a music lover do come along. Everybody is very friendly and welcoming. The evening is always colourful and exciting. She says: "I do not book slots in advance as I feel this would defeat the point of an open mic night. It is its spontaneity  and randomness that make it special. Please just turn up at 7.45-8.30 if you wish to play as slots cannot be guaranteed after that time"

The Man on the Moon open mic is really a very special event of spontaneous live music. It takes place on the occurs the last Tuesday of every month. Steph Brown, the open mic organiser, says It belongs to all those who attend it. It attracts a large, diverse, talented group of musicians and listeners.

Steph explains: If you're a musician or a music lover do come along. Everybody is very friendly and welcoming. The evening is always colourful and exciting. She says: "I do not book slots in advance as I feel this would defeat the point of an open mic night. It is its spontaneity  and randomness that make it special. Please just turn up at 7.45-8.30 if you wish to play as slots cannot be guaranteed after that time"

Methera unites the rich textures of the string quartet with the depth and integrity of traditional music from England and beyond. Four fine young musicians with individual traditional styles weave old and contemporary tunes into the tapestry of the string quartet, exploring the power and diversity of sound it has to offer.

Steeped in the aural tradition of English music, Methera plays without manuscript, enabling the music to live and breathe in the moment. Audience, place and acoustic all play an active part as the story unfolds, creating music that respects tradition yet breaks convention.

Methera's recent appearances include a double bill with Northern Sinfonia at The Sage Gateshead's ‘Fiddles on Fire' Festival. The quartet was also featured in BBC Radio 3's Sony Award nominated programme ‘England in Ribbons', and has performed in venues across England. Their eponymous album will be released on 6 May 2008.