Category Archives: Winners 2011
Tom’s Epic diary
Tom Chalmers is the storyteller of The Buddy Beat. Over the years he has written many reports on The Buddy Beat’s activities, from perfomances and festivals to days out and conferences. In this poignant, funny and hugely enjoyable account of … Continue reading
All Five UK and Ireland Culture Ministers Praise Epic Awards Winners
The Government Culture Ministers in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland were unanimous in their praise for the outstanding amateur arts groups honoured this week by the Epic Awards. The 2011 Epic Awards were presented at … Continue reading
Epic Winners 2011: The Movie!
This video showcases the achievements of the four winning groups. Hear Peterborough Male Voice Choir in action Discover how many artforms Phizzfest manages to cover Listen to The Buddy Beat tell the story of how the drumming group has transformed … Continue reading
President Congratulates Irish Epic Award Winners
Winners of the inaugural Irish Epic Awards were personally congratulated by President Michael D.Higgins at a celebratory lunch in the presidential house, Áras an Uachtaráin. The Epic Awards shine a light on the work of voluntary and amateur arts and … Continue reading
Hear more from the Scotland winner and runner up
Scotland winners, Renfrewshire-based drumming group The Buddy Beat, produced an inspiring video documenting the impact music had on their recovery from mental illness. Jane Bentley, who co-founded the group in 2007, tells us what winning the Epic Award means to … Continue reading
