Nevis Connections - Ceanglaichean Nibheis

Join us on Wednesday 11th March for a day of themed walks, talks, music and adventure presented by The Nevis Partnership to celebrate the evocative ‘Nevis’ name.

GUIDED WALKS

Ben Nevis | North Face walk

Join Highland Council Countryside Rangers and geologist Noel Williams on a walk up the Allt a'Mhuilinn path. This walk offers stunning views and an opportunity to photograph the majestic North Face in full winter conditions. In addition, discover how the mountain formed and why it is such a renowned climbing venue today.

Time | 10am - approx 3pm | Suitablity: A good level of fitness is required | Meeting point: North Face Car Park, Torlundy (grid ref: NN144764) | No charge for walk, donations welcome | Bring walking boots, waterproofs, refreshments and warm clothing | Booking essential: For further info or to book please contact Glen Nevis Visitor Centre on 01397 705922

Winter ascent of Ben Nevis

 

This is a great opportunity to climb the Ben in winter with the support of a fully qualified and experienced mountain guide, whose knowledge and enthusiasm will enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of our highest mountain

Time | 9am | Suitablity: Open to reasonably experienced adult walkers with a good level of fitness | Meeting point: Glen Nevis Visitor Centre | Cost: £10 | Please bring a packed lunch and note that full winter walking kit may be required | Booking essential: For further info or to book please contact Glen Nevis Visitor Centre on 01397 705922

WORKSHOPS

4-MALITY percussion quartet workshop - Rock and Rhythm

Brand new for 2009, the amazing percussion quartet 4-MALITY, will work with local school pupils and young people to produce a piece of mountain music inspired by the Nevis landscape. The workshop will introduce youngsters to a huge range of percussion instuments with hands-on opportunities to develop a performance piece to be played at the Nevis Connections evening.

4-MALITY is one of the world's most compelling and innovative percussion quartets. It was formed by Adrian Spillett, the first percussionist to win the prestigious BBC Young Musicians Competition.

The 4-MALITY artists have command of over eighty drums, gongs, cymbals and tuned percussion. The music and performance is unique. Defying categorisation, it is visually spectacular, physically demanding and presented with the skill and artistry of dedicated chamber musicians.

The influences in the music are so diverse that 4-MALITY concerts always appeal to a wide audience. Comparisons with the music of Japan, Africa, the Caribbean and the minimalism of Steve Reich are common, providing the audience with a sense of familiarity amidst the excitement of experiencing something new.

4-MALITY have performed in many prominent venues and at world renowned festivals including the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, The Berlin Philharmonie, Manchester's Bridgewater Hall, London's Wigmore Hall and Purcell Room, The Snape Proms, Rhythm Sticks, The Cheltenham Festival, The Bath Festival and The Edinburgh Fringe. International tours have taken the group to Australia, Taiwan, Turkey, France, Spain, Ireland, Belgium and Finland.

Commissioned works are at the heart of 4-MALITY's originality. Composers who write for the group are Jan Bradley, Ian Vine, Benjamin Wallfisch, Russel Du Plessis, Julian Warburton, Eric Sammut, Dinuk Wijeratne and Geir Rafnsson.

As a member of 4-MALITY, Jan Bradley's compositions play a vital role in the quartet. His works embody the 4-MALITY ethos, demanding high energy, great dexterity and showcasing some unorthodox percussion instruments! The result is virtuosic, flamboyant and an experience not to be missed!

You can come along to this workshop as a participant or as an audience member.

THIS PROJECT IS BEING PART-FINANCED BY THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY LEADER 2007-2013 PROGRAMME

Wednesday 11th March | Nevis Centre Festival Theatre | 3-5.30pm | FREE | Booking essential: For further information or to book places, please contact The Nevis Partnership by email or on 01397 701088 | Suitability (participants): best suited to those aged 11 upwards | Suitability (audience): All ages, school groups especially welcome.

Ben Nevis Adventure: Highland Council Countryside Ranger Workshops for local schools.

Could you climb to the summit of the Ben and get home safely? Find out with this free workshop provided by local Countryside Rangers to inspire, enthuse and inform local school children about the Ben. Packed with activities from putting up tents to identifying wildlife - all that is needed is a space (a hall or gym) and the participants!

Time: Arranged to suit your school | Suitability: Best for primary 5-7 | No charge | Booking essential: For further info or to book a workshop, please contact Glen Nevis Visitor Centre on 01397 705922

NEVIS CONNECTIONS EVENING - A Celebration in Words, Music and Image

Join us for an evening celebrating the spirit of the Nevis area in music, poetry, prose, photography and film with special guests, 4-MALITY Percussion Quartet and poets/writers, Linda Cracknell and Hamish MacDonald.

Highlights include a multi-media performance of the new collaborative percussion piece, Rock and Rhythm, inspired by the Nevis landscape, more mesmerising music by 4-MALITY, readings by our guest poets and the results and prize giving for the festivals English and Gaelic writing competitions.

For further information contact The Nevis Partnership on 01397 701088 or by email

Wednesday 11 th March | Nevis Centre Festival Theatre | 7-10pm | £6/£2 for under 16's.

The Nevis Partnership in Action exhibition

Fascinating exhibition highlighting the work of the Nevis Partnership, which has managed the Nevis area since 2003. Photography, art work, writing, mountain memorabilia, information displays by the John Muir Trust, Glen Nevis Rangers and more.  

Wednesday 11 th March | Nevis Centre Festival Theatre | 2 -10pm | FREE

To find out more about the work of The Nevis Partnership visit www.nevispartnership.co.uk