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Esquires Coffee shows off the best of Harlow’s musical talent

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Esquires Coffee shows off the best of Harlow’s musical talent

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By George Docking
Images courtesy of Benjamin Hook
Esquires Coffee shows off the best of Harlow’s musical talent
ON Thursday night, Esquires Coffee in The Water Gardens ran one of a series of open mic nights. The night consisted of multiple performances from a range of different ages – including spoken word, original and cover bands.
The successful event runs from once every few weeks to once a month. There is a chance to enjoy a glass of wine or a bottle of beer. The coffee shop transforms into a night venue with a risen stage showing the best of Harlow’s creative minds.
Esquires give the opportunity for budding youngsters to show off their talent in an intimate and friendly atmosphere. The coffee shop fulfil an important role that the closure of independent venues such as The Harlow Square once played in giving voice to local music.
The next night event running at Esquires, is a Gin and Jazz evening on May 27, make sure to come down and support.

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