After 15 years of mixing African and Celtic music in equal measures Baka Beyond have become one of the finest danceable bands, creating the sound of the global village.

Not just a touring band, Baka Beyond have a unique relationship with their inspiration – the Baka Pygmies of Cameroon – sending royalties to help their development projects, and even touring with Baka musicians. Start 9.30, £9 and £6.

On Sunday, the Trades continues its series of Musicians' Nights, an open mic session run by Jon.

The Calder Valley is awash with excellent musicians.

Many started and still play at open mic sessions. Join in or just come and listen. Open mic session at the beginning of the evening, pre-booked performers later.

The event is free.

To book a slot contact Jon Baker on 07962 220463

The superb Burden of Paradise featuring Snake Davis with Helen Watson play the Trades on Thursday.

Soul sax man Davis (M People, Lisa Stansfield, Million Love Songs) is involved in a new project, teaming up with world class singer Watson. Audiences are spellbound with her amazing, unique and distinctive voice.

The two first worked together many years ago. Davis played on Watson's Blue Slipper album, which also featured Albert Lee and members of Little Feat. They made various TV appearances together and toured Europe opening up for Joe Cocker.

This new acoustic project includes Dave Bowie and guitarist Mark Creswell from The Suspicions. Touring continues through 2008, playing an eclectic mix of material from sources as diverse as Bob Dylan, The Loving Spoonful, Paul Simon and Billie Holiday. 9pm, £10.