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Photographic Print : Miners welfare club stage, South Yorkshire, 1967. Artist: Michael Walters
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Miners welfare club stage, South Yorkshire, 1967. Artist: Michael Walters
Miners welfare club stage, South Yorkshire, 1967. The newly installed stage and lighting system at the Westville Working mens club in West Melton, near Rotherham. This was typical of the type of stage set up in the north of England, with a simple but functional drum kit, the organ and the distinctive Leslie cabinet with its unique sound
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Club Drum Kit Michael Michael Walters Organ Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Walters Working Mens Club
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from the Media Storehouse archive. Captured in 1967 by acclaimed artist Michael Walters, this image showcases the newly installed stage and lighting system at the Westville Welfare Club in West Melton, South Yorkshire. A snapshot of history, this print brings the energy and community spirit of the Miners Welfare movement to life. Perfect for those who appreciate the rich heritage of working-class culture and the power of live entertainment.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Capturing the Vibrant Entertainment Scene of 1960s South Yorkshire
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. This photo print, taken by renowned artist Michael Walters in 1967, transports us back to a time when miners' welfare clubs were at the heart of communities in South Yorkshire. The image showcases the newly installed stage and lighting system at the Westville Working Men's Club in West Melton, near Rotherham. The stage setup depicted here is representative of those found throughout northern England during this era. A simple yet functional drum kit takes center stage, accompanied by an organ and the distinctive Leslie cabinet with its unique sound. These instruments provided the backbone for countless musical performances that brought joy to club-goers seeking leisure and entertainment. Walters' monochrome composition beautifully captures both the excitement and intimacy within these club walls. As we peer into this snapshot of history, we can almost hear echoes of live music reverberating through the air as local bands took their place on this very stage. This photograph serves as a testament to not only a specific moment in time but also to an entire country's cultural fabric. It reminds us of how important these working men's clubs were for fostering community spirit and providing much-needed respite from daily life. Thanks to Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , we are fortunate enough to witness this slice of British heritage through Michael Walters' lens – a reminder that art has always had the power to preserve memories for generations to come.
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