Students raise the roof at world-famous venue

Solihull Music Service has forged close links with the iconic Cavern Club

TUNEFUL students from North Solihull took to the stage of one of the nation’s most notable venues last week.

Pupils from Park Hall, Grace Academy, John Henry Newman Catholic College and Castle Bromwich Junior School were among more than 100 students who performed at the world-famous Cavern Club.

The concert was held at the Liverpool nightclub – where The Beatles made over 200 appearances – to celebrate the 40^th anniversary of Solihull Music Service.

Set up in 1974, the organisation helps to nurture the talent of young musicians around the borough.

During the past four decades, members have performed around the region, including gigs at the NEC and Birmingham Town Hall.

But they have also travelled further afield, wowing crowds in Cholet, France and making the  “annual pilgrimage” to the Cavern.

Last Monday's concert saw children and teenagers from over a dozen local schools perform on the same stage where the Fab Four cut their teeth.

Half a century on from The Beatles' barnstorming performances, the Cavern continues to attract award-winning artists including Adele and the Arctic Monkeys.

Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Joe Tildesley, who joined the young musicians during the jam-packed day, said he was “honoured” to take part in the event.

To find out more about Solihull Music Service, visit their website.