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Please bear in mind that every effort is made to ensure that the details below are accurate, however some events are cancelled/sell out etc so please check with the venues/clubs before travelling long distances. Please email us to include your event listings and these will be added as soon as possible.
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Friday 1st May 2009Wendy Arrowsmith & Blind Summat at Deal Folk Club, The Royal Marines Club, Walmer, Kent
"Good Time (mainly!) Folk & Blues from North Yorkshire. Three talented musicians/ songwriters and a banjo player came together with a mission to cheer up the Folk Scene. The Result is...... Blind Summat! The Talented Musicians are: Wendy Arrowsmith. Wendy is establishing a name for herself on the Northeast Folk scene as a fine singer of traditional songs (Scottish, Irish, English & American) and as writer of folky style songs with a real sense of place and history. She says she mainly joined Blind Summat to laugh at the banjo player! Joolz Cavell is also well known on the North Yorkshire Folk Scene as a writer of fine contemporary folk songs, a talented percussionist and for her solid guitar style. She says she joined Blind Summat to pass the time between real gigs. Rebekah Findlay is another fine singer & musician and burgeoning songwriter. She says she joined Blind Summat to keep the old folks happy (i.e. the rest of the band). Paul Arrowsmith is the banjo player. He joined Blind Summat as it was the only gig he could get. Unaccompanied & folky!"The Acoustic Kitchen, Crofters Coffeehouse, 27 King Street, King’s Lynn, Norfolk
Featuring: Strangeworld and Donal O’ ConnorBag of Rats at The Fleur-de-lis, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset
"Spreading disease from the Somerset and Dorset area of the West Country comes a filthy scum slime of rats, in fact the Bag of Rats. The band have toured around the local area (to the dismay of all) gigging at festivals, pubs and folk clubs entertaining the crowds (is five people a crowd?) with their unique take on folk with influences in Traditional English Beer, Nuclear Physics (where's me bloody fusion? - you can't have nuclear physics without fusion), Blues, Irish, Jazz, Country, a smidgen of Ska (Naah), a hint of alternative (Alt what?) and a peppering of salt and psychedelic skiffle."
Saturday 2nd May 2009Wendy Arrowsmith & Blind Summat at The Wrotham Arms, Broadstairs, Kent
"Good Time (mainly!) Folk & Blues from North Yorkshire. Three talented musicians/ songwriters and a banjo player came together with a mission to cheer up the Folk Scene. The Result is...... Blind Summat! The Talented Musicians are: Wendy Arrowsmith. Wendy is establishing a name for herself on the Northeast Folk scene as a fine singer of traditional songs (Scottish, Irish, English & American) and as writer of folky style songs with a real sense of place and history. She says she mainly joined Blind Summat to laugh at the banjo player! Joolz Cavell is also well known on the North Yorkshire Folk Scene as a writer of fine contemporary folk songs, a talented percussionist and for her solid guitar style. She says she joined Blind Summat to pass the time between real gigs. Rebekah Findlay is another fine singer & musician and burgeoning songwriter. She says she joined Blind Summat to keep the old folks happy (i.e. the rest of the band). Paul Arrowsmith is the banjo player. He joined Blind Summat as it was the only gig he could get. Unaccompanied & folky!"
Sunday 3rd May 2009Donal O'Connor at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
"Donal grew up in provincial Ireland of the seventies. He writes about the people and places he knows and loves. He writes about issues, which are colloquial and yet universal. He writes about ordinary everyday life in an extraordinarily simple way. Is it any wonder that the great Christy Moore described his debut album as "A Pure Joy"."Liz Simcock at Hitchin Folk Club, Hitchin, Hertfordshire
"Liz is a great songwriter and gorgeous singer with a relaxed and very endearing stage presence. We have seen her grow from strength to strength as a performer, and now stand easily alongside any of the female singer/songwriters working on the acoustic/folk music scene" Hitchin Folk Club
Tuesday 5th May 2009Reg Meuross and Jackie Oatesat Dartford Folk Club, Dartford, Kent
Singer Songwriter
Thursday 7th May 2009Lynn and Barrie Hardman at Acoustic Folk at the Nursery, Nursery Inn, Green Lane, Heaton Norris, Stockport, Cheshire
Craig Morgan Robson at The Black Swan Folk Club, York
'In the Autumn of 2003, three singers, rich in repertoire and musical experience, decided to combine their talents as an a-capella harmony trio. Those singers were Moira Craig, Sarah Morgan, and Carolyn Robson. Under the billing Craig; Morgan; Robson they have been captivating audiences in the UK and America, earning accolades such as "A joy to the ear" and "A harmony master-class". Their debut CD, "Peppers and Tomatoes"has been hailed as "a gem of an album" Mick Peat, BBC Radio in the Midlands'
Friday 8th May 2009
Blues GuitaristLittle Johnny England supported by Navaro at The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Oxfordshire
"Little Johnny England is an English folk-rock band which originates out of the Oxford/Banbury/Northampton section of England. Formed in 1999, the band takes its name from a traditional playground song from Moulton in Northamptonshire. At the foundation of their music is the traditional mix of squeeze box and fiddle that is balanced by a strong rhythm section and a slide guitarist. The combination of instruments and music style creates a unique Folk Rock sound that is drawn from English musical roots."
"Beth Navaro’s country sound now evolves into something new as she joins forces with singer/songwriters Pete White and Steve Austin . This disparate trio describe themselves as a ‘singers collective’ where the sound is about voices but the song is the star. Beth’s affection for roots music, Pete’s flair for anthemic melodies and Steve’s love of British and American folk all find their place in the NAVARO mix."The Queensbury Rules at Rhyl Folk Club, Rhyl, Denbighshire
"Having spent three years serving their apprenticeship in the folk clubs of Britain, The Queensberry Rules first signified their arrival on the folk circuit with the release of their 2004 album – ‘Heritage and History’. Self produced and released, it contained a collection of songs focusing, in the main, on their home city of Stoke on-Trent. Songs such as ‘The Saggar Makers Bottom Knocker’ and the title track, talked of trade and industry synonymous with the area, whilst ‘Jam Jar Wakes’ dealt with the local traditions. So successful was the album in introducing the band to new audiences, that their burgeoning reputation also alerted the attentions of the Fellside label in Workington, Cumbria. One of the most prolific and well-respected folk record labels in the UK, and home to staples of the scene such as Spiers and Boden, Nancy Kerr and James Fagan, Bram Taylor and Cockersdale, and who also launched the careers of Jez Lowe and John Wright."
Saturday 9th May 2009Nancy Kerr and James Fagan at Newhampton Folk, Wolverhampton
"This well-loved duo combine highly skilful and innovative performance with accessibility, warmth and stage presence. Rarely are duos so full in sound; Nancy’s earthy and exquisite fiddle and viola playing dances with the striking rhythmic texture of James’s guitar-bouzouki, while their rich singing both as soloists and in harmony evokes the stories of the songs they choose and write. They approach their music with energy and infectious smiles. Rapid musical communication with one another and the audience makes their performance spectacular and unforgettable."
Sunday 10th May 2009Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All Welcome
Monday 11th May 2009Steve Turner at Barnsley Folk and Acoustic Night, Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Monday 12th May 2009Hans Theessinkat Dartford Folk Club, Dartford, Kent
Blues GuitaristSimon Mayor & Hilary James at The Museum Of English Rural Life, Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire
Hilary James elegant singing is regarded as one of the purest singing voices to be found on the English musical stage. Quintessentially English, they easily cross the great musical divides from British ballads to blues and Berlioz.
They have that rare ability that allows them to perform a truly diverse array of music with respect and affection held together by humorous introductions.
Their repertoire encompasses folk, traditional, Celtic, swing, blues and classical music richly illustrated by a diverse range of instruments from mandolin, guitar, banjo’s, ukuleles, double bass and Hilary’s famous giant mandobass - the latter generates a lot of interest at performances"Craig Morgan Robson at Penicuik Folk Club, 34 High St, Penicuik, Midlothian
'In the Autumn of 2003, three singers, rich in repertoire and musical experience, decided to combine their talents as an a-capella harmony trio. Those singers were Moira Craig, Sarah Morgan, and Carolyn Robson. Under the billing Craig; Morgan; Robson they have been captivating audiences in the UK and America, earning accolades such as "A joy to the ear" and "A harmony master-class". Their debut CD, "Peppers and Tomatoes"has been hailed as "a gem of an album" Mick Peat, BBC Radio in the Midlands'
Thursday 14th May 2009Folk Night featuring Local Musicians at Great Bardfield Folk Club, Great Bardfield, Essex
The Mandolinquents at The Arts Centre, Newbury, Berkshire
The Mandolinquents feature everything from hot swing and ragtime instrumentals from the mandolin orchestras of the 1930s: Irving Berlin, Mozart, Ravel and Tchaikovsky to lively reels and beautiful traditional Irish airs to Chinese and Brazilian folk tunes. All this played with infectious fun, off-beat humour and stunning virtuosity on mandolin, mandola, mandocello, mandobass and classical guitar, with the occasional burst of song or fiddle.
Friday 15th May 2009
"Brass Monkey – the five-piece band that started in 1980, sputtered to a halt in 1987, and burst back onto the scene with renewed vigour in 1997 – looked all set to build on the buzz of a re-energised come-back with regular new albums and annual tours. They had a unique sound, nobody else remotely resembled them, every live appearance was a wonderful success, and every new recording was greeted with joyous appreciation."The Toyhearts at The Bartons Arms, 144 Aston High Street, Newtown, Birmingham
"The Toy Hearts, 5 piece bluegrass band from Birmingham, England continue to go from strength to strength in 2008. Formed in 2001, by founder members Stewart, Hannah and Sophia Johnson, the band became serious contenders when they began writing their own material a few years later. Their first critically acclaimed release ‘If The Blues Come Calling’ 2006, marked the real beginning of the band as it is now; with their trademark self penned material , sweet harmony vocals and a high octane delivery."Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Saturday 16th May 2009Real Time at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
Sunday 17th May 2009Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All WelcomeJames Hollingsworth at The Platform Tavern, Town Quay, Southampton, Hampshire
"James Hollingsworth’s main stage set on the Saturday afternoon of the festival ranged from what was grounded in the traditional – a voice buzzing in the ear, the familiar plucked guitar – to what seemed to border on the celestial, as both voice and a much effected, but delicately measured, acoustic guitar swept back and forth across the arena. James’ performance was captivating…truly so, as many followed him to the intimate surroundings of the Bar Stage later in the afternoon, where an equally diverse mixture of songs and styles was in evidence." - Abbey Mill Folk Festival, 2006
Monday 18th May 2009
"A dynamic English folk ensemble from Sheffield, Crucible marry driving and infectious instrumental music with richly layered harmony song and subtle accompaniments. Their music combines the deepest roots of their native tradition with a fresh and contemporary edge to produce performances sparking with raw energy."
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Tuesday 19th May 2009Clive Gregsonat Dartford Folk Club, Dartford, Kent
Singer SongwriterThe Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
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Thursday 21st May 2009Singers' Night at Acoustic Folk at the Nursery, Nursery Inn, Green Lane, Heaton Norris, Stockport, Cheshire
'Hammered dulcimer, guitar, violin, cittern, Native American flute, percussion... with songs in many languages and rhythmic roots from Siberia to Morocco.This Anglo-Alaskan duo have been on the road together since 1995 in a unique collaboration which combines their distinctly separate musical backgrounds, bringing their exuberant music and wild tales to audiences around the world.'
Sunday 24th May 2009Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All WelcomeCara Dillon at The Queens Hall, Edinburgh
"Cara has an incredibly rare talent that you only come across a handful of times in your whole life. Her gentle charm and natural personality combine with a mesmerizing gift to relate a great story through song and has helped her to defy borders, cultures and even languages. She is an emotive and captivating performer at the very top of her field and one has the feeling she'll be there for a very long time."
Wednesday 27th May 2009Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer at The Willows Folk Club, Arundel, Sussex
"Currently taking the world by storm, Vicki and Jonny are rightly “establishing themselves as one of the best young duos around on the folk scene today” (Famous Willows Folk Club). Although best-known for their instrumental skills with Scottish Smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish Nyckelharpa, the duo are well recognised for their songs arrangements too. With their blend of traditional material and contemporary interpretations, they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh."Red Ruth at Loughborough Acoustic, Loughborough, Leicestershire
"Formed in Jan 2008 by singer/songwriter Ian Rigg, Red Ruth completed it's final line up in June, when rehearsals for both the live shows and the debut album began in earnest. With a line up of amazing and renowned UK folk musicians, Red Ruth are tipped to be the next big thing on the folk festival scene."
Thursday 28th May 2009Red Ruth at The Cannon, 50 High St, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire
"Formed in Jan 2008 by singer/songwriter Ian Rigg, Red Ruth completed it's final line up in June, when rehearsals for both the live shows and the debut album began in earnest. With a line up of amazing and renowned UK folk musicians, Red Ruth are tipped to be the next big thing on the folk festival scene."
Friday 29th May 2009The Acoustic Kitchen, Crofters Coffeehouse, 27 King Street, King’s Lynn, Norfolk
Featuring: Martin Kaszak and Richard GraingerSaturday 30th May 2009
Zoox at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Traditional tunes with a contemporary attitude"
Sunday 31st May 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All Welcome
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Tuesday 2nd June 2009Red Ruth at The Nonsuch Folk Club, Bishops Waltham Social Club, Southampton, Hampshire
"Formed in Jan 2008 by singer/songwriter Ian Rigg, Red Ruth completed it's final line up in June, when rehearsals for both the live shows and the debut album began in earnest. With a line up of amazing and renowned UK folk musicians, Red Ruth are tipped to be the next big thing on the folk festival scene."
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Wednesday 3rd June 2009Andy Smythe at Havering Folk Club, Romford, Essex
Singer Songwriter
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Thursday 4th June 2009Singers' Night at Acoustic Folk at the Nursery, Nursery Inn, Green Lane, Heaton Norris, Stockport, Cheshire
"Andy Irvine has been hailed as "a tradition in himself." Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained both personal integrity and highly individual performing skills throughout his 40-year career. From Sweeney's Men in the mid sixties to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, to THE Irish super group, Patrick Street, in the 80s, Andy has been a world music pioneer and icon for traditional music and musicians.
Irvine occupies a unique place in the musical world, plying his trade as archetypal troubadour, with a solo show and traveling lifestyle that reflects his lifelong influence, Woody Guthrie. Few others can equal his repertoire, Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dance tunes, and a compelling canon of his own material that defies description."
Saturday 6th June 2009James Hollingsworth at The Double Locks, Canal Banks, Exeter, Devon (3:00pm)
"James Hollingsworth’s main stage set on the Saturday afternoon of the festival ranged from what was grounded in the traditional – a voice buzzing in the ear, the familiar plucked guitar – to what seemed to border on the celestial, as both voice and a much effected, but delicately measured, acoustic guitar swept back and forth across the arena. James’ performance was captivating…truly so, as many followed him to the intimate surroundings of the Bar Stage later in the afternoon, where an equally diverse mixture of songs and styles was in evidence." - Abbey Mill Folk Festival, 2006Red Ruth at Rosie O'Gradys, Oxford
"Formed in Jan 2008 by singer/songwriter Ian Rigg, Red Ruth completed it's final line up in June, when rehearsals for both the live shows and the debut album began in earnest. With a line up of amazing and renowned UK folk musicians, Red Ruth are tipped to be the next big thing on the folk festival scene."John Kirkpatrick at Newhampton Folk, Wolverhampton
"one of the most prolific figures on the English folk scene, performing solo, in duos, acoustic groups and electric bands, and has established an enviable reputation as an instrumental virtuoso and session musician, as well as a leading interpreter of English folk music."
Sunday 7th June 2009Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All WelcomeJames Hollingsworth at The Hare on the Hill, 41 Thomas Street North, Bristol
"James Hollingsworth’s main stage set on the Saturday afternoon of the festival ranged from what was grounded in the traditional – a voice buzzing in the ear, the familiar plucked guitar – to what seemed to border on the celestial, as both voice and a much effected, but delicately measured, acoustic guitar swept back and forth across the arena. James’ performance was captivating…truly so, as many followed him to the intimate surroundings of the Bar Stage later in the afternoon, where an equally diverse mixture of songs and styles was in evidence." - Abbey Mill Folk Festival, 2006
Tuesday 9th June 2009Reg Meuross at The Cask, Scarborough, North Yorkshire
'Reg Meuross's is an "exceptionally gracefull singer and a fine song writer with an ear for good arrangements and fine musicianship" (Folk & Roots - May 2008). His singing career began in 1986 with the formation of The Panic Brothers - his duo with Richard Morton. Five years of successful touring and TV work followed, with appearances at Edinburgh, Glastonbury, Sidmouth and all the major British Festivals. He then went on to form The Flamingos with Graham Parker, Martin Belmont, Bob Loveday and Alison Jones. In recent years Reg has also been a crucial member of Hank Wangford's band, The Lost Cowboys.
In 1996 he released the critically acclaimed solo CD 'The Goodbye Hat'. This was nominated for several music awards, including best song for 'Ring around the Roses.' However it was in 2004, with the release of 'Short Stories', that he became firmly established as "One of Britain's finest Singer Songwriters" (Time Out). This was followed in 2007 by the excellent 'Still' album and yet again in 2008 by another outstanding CD 'Dragonfly'
'Dragonfly' is probably Reg's most accomplished work so far. It contains a mixture of accessible pop songs, songs of mystery and intrigue, serious social commentary, and ballads to die for. Among other things, it established him as a firm favourite with Mike Harding who has described it as "absolutely fantastic"'
Thursday 11th June 2009Folk Night featuring Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer at Great Bardfield Folk Club, Great Bardfield, Essex
"Currently taking the world by storm, Vicki and Jonny are rightly “establishing themselves as one of the best young duos around on the folk scene today” (Famous Willows Folk Club). Although best-known for their instrumental skills with Scottish Smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish Nyckelharpa, the duo are well recognised for their songs arrangements too. With their blend of traditional material and contemporary interpretations, they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh."
Friday 12th June 2009
"Andy Irvine has been hailed as "a tradition in himself." Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained both personal integrity and highly individual performing skills throughout his 40-year career. From Sweeney's Men in the mid sixties to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, to THE Irish super group, Patrick Street, in the 80s, Andy has been a world music pioneer and icon for traditional music and musicians.
Irvine occupies a unique place in the musical world, plying his trade as archetypal troubadour, with a solo show and traveling lifestyle that reflects his lifelong influence, Woody Guthrie. Few others can equal his repertoire, Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dance tunes, and a compelling canon of his own material that defies description."
Saturday 13th June 2009Wild Willy Barrett & Mary Holland at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
Sunday 14th June 2009Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All Welcome
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Tuesday 16th June 2009The Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
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Thursday 18th June 2009Singers' Night at Acoustic Folk at the Nursery, Nursery Inn, Green Lane, Heaton Norris, Stockport, Cheshire
Friday 19th June 2009The Toyhearts at The Bartons Arms, 144 Aston High Street, Newtown, Birmingham
"The Toy Hearts, 5 piece bluegrass band from Birmingham, England continue to go from strength to strength in 2008. Formed in 2001, by founder members Stewart, Hannah and Sophia Johnson, the band became serious contenders when they began writing their own material a few years later. Their first critically acclaimed release ‘If The Blues Come Calling’ 2006, marked the real beginning of the band as it is now; with their trademark self penned material , sweet harmony vocals and a high octane delivery."Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Sunday 21st June 2009Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All Welcome
Friday 26th June 2009Liz Simcock at Friday Folk, Orpington, Kent
"Liz is a great songwriter and gorgeous singer with a relaxed and very endearing stage presence. We have seen her grow from strength to strength as a performer, and now stand easily alongside any of the female singer/songwriters working on the acoustic/folk music scene" Hitchin Folk ClubZoox at The Acoustic Kitchen, Kings Lynn, Norfolk
"Traditional tunes with a contemporary attitude"
Thursday 27th June 2009Red Ruth at The Cannon, 50 High St, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire
"Formed in Jan 2008 by singer/songwriter Ian Rigg, Red Ruth completed it's final line up in June, when rehearsals for both the live shows and the debut album began in earnest. With a line up of amazing and renowned UK folk musicians, Red Ruth are tipped to be the next big thing on the folk festival scene."Edwina Hayes at Acoustic Routes, Cambridge
'A wonderful young woman, so gifted and full of song, with a voice as sweet as the angels' Nanci Griffith
Sunday 28th June 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).Singers/Musicians Night at Wheal Dream Folk Club, Wheal Dream Restaurant and Free House, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall
All Welcome
Thursday 2nd July 2009Red Ruth at The Anchor Folk Club, Byfleet, Surrey
"Formed in Jan 2008 by singer/songwriter Ian Rigg, Red Ruth completed it's final line up in June, when rehearsals for both the live shows and the debut album began in earnest. With a line up of amazing and renowned UK folk musicians, Red Ruth are tipped to be the next big thing on the folk festival scene."
Friday 3rd July 2009Liz Simcock at The Milkmaid Folk Club, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
"Liz is a great songwriter and gorgeous singer with a relaxed and very endearing stage presence. We have seen her grow from strength to strength as a performer, and now stand easily alongside any of the female singer/songwriters working on the acoustic/folk music scene" Hitchin Folk ClubThe Askew Sisters at Norwich Folk Club, Norwich, Norfolk
"The Askew Sisters are a young fiddle and melodeon duo, playing and singing traditional English music in a dynamic and exciting style. Their sheer energy and musicality is quickly leading them to become one of the up and coming stars of the new English music revival."
Sunday 5th July 2009John Kirkpatrick at The Fox & Goose, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire (3:00pm)
"one of the most prolific figures on the English folk scene, performing solo, in duos, acoustic groups and electric bands, and has established an enviable reputation as an instrumental virtuoso and session musician, as well as a leading interpreter of English folk music."
Monday 6th July 2009The Kittiwakes at Croydon Folk Club, Ruskin House, 23 Coombe Road, Croydon, Surrey
'The Kittiwakes craft timeless and magical acoustically dappled folk treats - gentle and alluring ostensibly Gaelic in sound texture and gorgeously flighty braided as they are by corteges of mandolins, accordions and violins.' - Losing Today
Wednesday 8th July 2009The Askew Sisters at Llantrisant Folk Club, Pontyclun, South Wales
"The Askew Sisters are a young fiddle and melodeon duo, playing and singing traditional English music in a dynamic and exciting style. Their sheer energy and musicality is quickly leading them to become one of the up and coming stars of the new English music revival."
Monday 13th July 2009Andy Smythe at The White Horse Folk Club, Bodle Street Green, near Herstmonceux Sussex
Singer Songwriter
Thursday 16th July 2009The Askew Sisters at The Gaol Folk Club, Derby, Derbyshire
"The Askew Sisters are a young fiddle and melodeon duo, playing and singing traditional English music in a dynamic and exciting style. Their sheer energy and musicality is quickly leading them to become one of the up and coming stars of the new English music revival."
Friday 17th July 2009Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer at Friday Folk, Orpington, Kent
"Currently taking the world by storm, Vicki and Jonny are rightly “establishing themselves as one of the best young duos around on the folk scene today” (Famous Willows Folk Club). Although best-known for their instrumental skills with Scottish Smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish Nyckelharpa, the duo are well recognised for their songs arrangements too. With their blend of traditional material and contemporary interpretations, they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh."Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Sunday 19th July 2009Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer at The FAB Club, Greys, Essex (2:30 onwards)
"Currently taking the world by storm, Vicki and Jonny are rightly “establishing themselves as one of the best young duos around on the folk scene today” (Famous Willows Folk Club). Although best-known for their instrumental skills with Scottish Smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish Nyckelharpa, the duo are well recognised for their songs arrangements too. With their blend of traditional material and contemporary interpretations, they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh."
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Tuesday 21st July 2009The Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
Saturday 25th July 2009Bag of Rats at The King William, High Street, Glastonbury, Somerset
"Spreading disease from the Somerset and Dorset area of the West Country comes a filthy scum slime of rats, in fact the Bag of Rats. The band have toured around the local area (to the dismay of all) gigging at festivals, pubs and folk clubs entertaining the crowds (is five people a crowd?) with their unique take on folk with influences in Traditional English Beer, Nuclear Physics (where's me bloody fusion? - you can't have nuclear physics without fusion), Blues, Irish, Jazz, Country, a smidgen of Ska (Naah), a hint of alternative (Alt what?) and a peppering of salt and psychedelic skiffle."
Sunday 26th July 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).
Friday 21st August 2009Bag of Rats at The Fleur-de-lis, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset
"Spreading disease from the Somerset and Dorset area of the West Country comes a filthy scum slime of rats, in fact the Bag of Rats. The band have toured around the local area (to the dismay of all) gigging at festivals, pubs and folk clubs entertaining the crowds (is five people a crowd?) with their unique take on folk with influences in Traditional English Beer, Nuclear Physics (where's me bloody fusion? - you can't have nuclear physics without fusion), Blues, Irish, Jazz, Country, a smidgen of Ska (Naah), a hint of alternative (Alt what?) and a peppering of salt and psychedelic skiffle."Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Sunday 30th August 2009The Boathouse, Paignton, Devon
"Foot Stompin' Live Celtic Dance Music and Song"Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).
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Saturday 12th September 2009Duncan McFarlane Accoustic Band at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
'Duncan has an obvious feel for the tradition and a deep-rooted belief that it has a place in the current folk scene, aspects which he puts across with lively showmanship. His own songs show a canny grasp of, and response to, the tradition, while his intrinsic seriousness of intent and approach is often laced with a healthy irreverence that happens to be hugely entertaining. (Living Tradition)
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Tuesday 15th September 2009The Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
Friday 18th September 2009Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Saturday 19th September 2009James Hollingsworth at The Double Locks, Canal Banks, Exeter, Devon (3:00pm)
"James Hollingsworth’s main stage set on the Saturday afternoon of the festival ranged from what was grounded in the traditional – a voice buzzing in the ear, the familiar plucked guitar – to what seemed to border on the celestial, as both voice and a much effected, but delicately measured, acoustic guitar swept back and forth across the arena. James’ performance was captivating…truly so, as many followed him to the intimate surroundings of the Bar Stage later in the afternoon, where an equally diverse mixture of songs and styles was in evidence." - Abbey Mill Folk Festival, 2006
Sunday 27th September 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).
Saturday 3rd October 2009The Churchfitters at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
Saturday 10th October 2009Bag of Rats at The King William, High Street, Glastonbury, Somerset
"Spreading disease from the Somerset and Dorset area of the West Country comes a filthy scum slime of rats, in fact the Bag of Rats. The band have toured around the local area (to the dismay of all) gigging at festivals, pubs and folk clubs entertaining the crowds (is five people a crowd?) with their unique take on folk with influences in Traditional English Beer, Nuclear Physics (where's me bloody fusion? - you can't have nuclear physics without fusion), Blues, Irish, Jazz, Country, a smidgen of Ska (Naah), a hint of alternative (Alt what?) and a peppering of salt and psychedelic skiffle."
Tuesday 13th October 2009The Queensbury Rules at The Vernon Arms Folk Club, Spondon, Derbyshire
"Having spent three years serving their apprenticeship in the folk clubs of Britain, The Queensberry Rules first signified their arrival on the folk circuit with the release of their 2004 album – ‘Heritage and History’. Self produced and released, it contained a collection of songs focusing, in the main, on their home city of Stoke on-Trent. Songs such as ‘The Saggar Makers Bottom Knocker’ and the title track, talked of trade and industry synonymous with the area, whilst ‘Jam Jar Wakes’ dealt with the local traditions. So successful was the album in introducing the band to new audiences, that their burgeoning reputation also alerted the attentions of the Fellside label in Workington, Cumbria. One of the most prolific and well-respected folk record labels in the UK, and home to staples of the scene such as Spiers and Boden, Nancy Kerr and James Fagan, Bram Taylor and Cockersdale, and who also launched the careers of Jez Lowe and John Wright."
Friday 16th October 2009Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
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Tuesday 20th October 2009The Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
Saturday 24th October 2009Anthony John Clarke at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
Singer Songwriter
Sunday 25th October 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).
Saturday 14th November 2009WinterWilson & His Worship & The Pig at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
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Tuesday 17th November 2009The Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
Friday 20th November 2009Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Sunday 29th November 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).
Saturday 12th December 2009Paul Leegan And The Legends in Concert at Faldingworth Live, Faldingworth Memorial Hall, Faldingworth, Lincolnshire
skiffle and country blues band
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Tuesday 15th December 2009The Low Row Folk Session at The Railway Inn, Low Row near Brampton, Cumbria
The session/singaround takes place on the third Tuesday of the month, from 8.30pm onwards. There is no charge for entrance (just buy a drink to keep the landlady happy!) It's a friendly event and we welcome singers and musicians of all standards.
Friday 18th December 2009Folk/Acoustic Night hosted by In Any Order at the Britannia Inn, Shepshed, Nr Loughborough, Leicestershire
"The venue is excellent, with great acoustics and we would like to extend the invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a good night of live music."
Wednesday 31st December 2009Meet in the Hedge, The Feathers Inn, Town Green, Wymondham, Norfolk
“Meet in the Hedge” is a monthly get together for people who like listening to, or performing live ‘acoustic’ music. We boast a friendly welcoming evening for both artists and audience.
Here’s some of what you can expect;
No restriction on the types of music played. (a typical evening often consists of a wide variety of styles and instruments which could include, guitar, bodran, saxophone, trumpet, recorder, violin or even on one occasion a Sarangi).
No Booking to perform. (Just turn up and ask to play, we’ll fit you in).
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