Hello, Berko.
The town seems to be settling back into its normal rhythm.
That got us thinking about Berko’s music scene and how it might be the gift that keeps on giving when keeping the post-holiday blues at bay.
In this week’s edition, we take a look at the role music plays in the community and a few of the quieter ways you can get involved.
This week’s setlist:
Music in the Community
Berko’s ‘hidden tracks’
Gigs & Shows
What’s happenin’ this week
Let’s get into it!
Cool Nights, Cool Jazz
Last week, we highlighted the Scott Hamilton Quartet at the Civic Centre as an opportunity to try something new for 2026.
We assumed it might be a new experience for many but the truth is that performances like this have been quietly provided by Berkhamsted Jazz since 1982. Jazz isn’t for everybody but there’s something to be said for challenging yourself once in a while, especially when it’s happening right on your doorstep.
What makes this kind of local society special isn’t just the calibre of the musicians, but the regularity of it all. Consistency, paired with plenty of variety, is the lifeblood of any local music scene.
Berko has more of it than we sometimes realise or remember.