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| November 2011 Events Guide 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. NB Please include the full details of your event, the location, any relevant venue and artist links and descriptions, we don't have the time or inclination to search for these details ourselves and we will not include events without them. To return to the main events guide and for events this month click here |
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Tuesday 1st November 2011
Carrie Rodriguez at The Old Queens Head, Angel, Islington, London
"Hailed by Lucinda Williams, recruited by Alejandro Escovedo, and nurtured by Lyle Lovett, singer-songwriter Carrie Rodriguez has rapidly emerged as one of the most compelling new voices on the roots-rock scene.” Boston Globe
Rebet Asker Nights at The Green Note, Camden, London
A rich variety of Rebetiko, Laiko and Endehno songs. Come and join us in an infectious, unforgettable night of song and dance!
Keep on the Sunnyside Folk Night at The Albion, 121 Hammersmith Road, West Kensington, London
"‘Keep on the Sunny Side’ is a new music club at the Albion pub Kensington, founded by The Kilcawley Family and Rob Owens. The kick-off party is on 1st November. The evening will kick off with the Kilcawleys singing some of their favorites and welcoming you to a warm friendly atmosphere. A place where joining in is encouraged much like the music clubs of yesteryear. Floor spots will last about two hours followed by the headline act."
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Traditional Irish Session at The Grand Junction Arms, Bulbourne, Tring, Hertfordshire
Musicians & Singers of all standards welcome to join in
Contact 07931 853530 or c_m_reid@yahoo.com for details
Folk at The Greyhound at the Greyhound, Flempton Nr. Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. 8:15 p.m.
Session "Sing, Play, Recite, Listen" with a welcome for singers, musicians, folk poets and story tellers.
Contact genial61-research@yahoo.co.uk for further details.
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Mike Silver at The Great Knight Folk Club, Northampton
"North Cornwall based singer songwriter Mike Silver is a respected singer/songwriter and master of his craft, with a voice like velvet. He has over 40 years of experience as a writer, singer, consummate guitarist and live performer. He has charmed audiences at festivals and venues around the globe. “How Many Rivers” – his 16th album is a collection of finely crafted songs offering ballads, a little blues here and there and a distinct but not overpowering taste of country as well. From artists on main stage to those taking their turn in back room pub sessions, people sing Mike’s songs all over the UK and in Europe. His songs are of longing, love and loss, perceptive and thoughtful, with haunting melodies and heart stopping lyrics.”
Acoustic Lounge at The Albany Club at The Albany Club, Earlsdon, Coventry, Warwickshire
"Come on mate, Celebrate, Enunciate, Postulate or Articulate, at any rate......If you have something to sing about, tell us about, just want to express yourself or would like to play a musical instrument that doesn't require a hundred watts of noise, we'd love you to join us for our "Acoustic Lounge" on Tuesday night around 8:30pm. Everybody welcome, especially our friends from the Earlsdon Folk Club. A free drink for the first ten artistes on stage. A first class PA and mics provided."
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
Diana Jones at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
"High Atmosphere, the third album in the remarkable career arc of singer-songwriter/visual artist Diana Jones, hits with the force of a revelation, further deepening an unprecedented body of work that began in 2006 with My Remembrance of You and continued with 2009’s Better Times Will Come. On her new release, recorded entirely live with simpatico musicians at Quad studios in Nashville and co-produced by Jones with Ketch Secor (from the band Old Crow Medicine Show), this single-minded artist continues to hew to an austere, plainspoken aesthetic, yet its timelessly homespun frameworks are embedded with distinctly topical subject matter."
Spiers and Boden at Darwen Library Theatre, Darwen, Lancashire
"Darlings of the English traditional folk scene, these jovial japers play galloping hornpipes and bouncing jigs, sing ballads, shanties and the odd 17th century heavy rock number while interspersing the music with anecdotal contextualising of the material – apparent frivolity far from diminishing the educational experience. Fiddle and squeeze seamlessly intertwine with stomp-box providing thunderous driving rhythms."
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Wednesday 2nd November 2011
Skinny Lister at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell, London
"Skinny Lister are a family of like-minded musicians who came together in 2009: English to the core and with folk in their hearts, Daniel, Lorna, Max, Sam and Dan are the life, the soul and the party. Their music, equal parts traditional folk and ramshackle pop, rip roaring and rum totingly exciting, a Skinny Lister gig is an experience that spins you round, lifts you up and puts a smile on your face all the way home."
Charlie Parr + Paul Curreri at The Haunt, Brighton, East Sussex
Country-blues slide guitar genius, steeped in the sounds of old America, influenced by the likes of Charlie Patton and Reverend Gary Davis.
Lymington Folk Club at The Thomas Tripp pub, Queen St, Lymington, Hampshire
Floor singers always welcome; contact via the website.
The Urban Folk Quartet at Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Sarah McQuaid at Spalding Folk Club, Spalding, Lincolnshire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Wizz Jones at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"One of the finest exponents of acoustic blues, and cited as a key influence
on many artists - including Eric Clapton and John Renbourne. A rare chance to hear Wizz in
the informality of a Folk Club setting."
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Thursday 3rd November 2011
Phoenix at Orpington Folk Club, The Change of Horses, Farnborough High St, Nr Orpington, Kent
"Phoenix is Davey Slater on guitar and Krista Uphill on fiddle. They joined forces after meeting on the Broadstairs circuit and have been performing together for ten years or so.
DADGAD exponent Davey, provides the powerful singing and dynamic guitar work in his accompaniments, while Krista contributes lively instrumentals - in the Irish style - and backing vocals."
The Urban Folk Quartet at The Brewhouse, Taunton, Somerset
"Joe Broughton, Paloma Trigas, Frank Moon and Tom Chapman are The Urban Folk Quartet. Four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high energy show of grooving, globally - influenced folk music that will take your breath away."
Tim Edey & Brendan Power at Colston Hall, Bristol
"Tim Edey and Brendan Power were the buzz of Celtic Colours 2010! Their sheer virtuosity and the genuine joy with which they deliver their music invariably resulted in standing ovations." - Joella Foulds, Celtic Colours Festival Director, Cape Breton
Charlie Parr at The Berry Theatre, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
"Considered to be one of the best folk/blues musicians alive today, Minasota based Charlie Parr is a rare combination of sublime guitar playing and a transcendent rasp of a voice within one unassuming but jaw-dropping performer."
Nicky Swann at Farncombe Cavern, Farncombe, Surrey
Devon born songwriter Nicky Swann is a performer with a passion. Her delivery is warm, soulful (sometimes gritty) but always spiritually tinged. She uses elements of folk, blues and country to tell her tales of love, hope and death.
Ralph McTell at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Award winning singer-songwriter-guitarist Ralph McTell will be touring the UK this autumn. Performing material from his recent album Somewhere Down The Road, McTell will also be playing several songs from his new Bob Dylan birthday tribute download Don't Think Twice It's Alright. The concerts will of course feature songs from McTell's extensive back catalogue of over 350 songs, including his worldwide Ivor Novello award-winning hit Streets of London."
Traditional Song Session at The Kitchen Garden Cafe, Birmingham
"Traditional music sessions take place in pubs all over the city but traditional singing is also alive and well. Here's a chance to sing and listen to traditional songs in a friendly and informal environment."
Sarah McQuaid at Gregson Lane Folk Club, Hoghton, Lancashire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
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Friday 4th November 2011
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Green Note, Camden, London
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Coope Boyes and Simpson and support from Jess Cahill at The Goose Is Out, East Dulwich, South London
"The kings of unaccompanied harmonies plunder unlikely sources as they knit immaculate vocals into songs of withering observation on sleaze culture, modern politics and all points beyond. Richard Thompson's Keep Your Distance nestles next to songs by Robert Burns, Clive James and Happy Traum plus some erudite material of their own." Mojo
Sarah McQuaid at The Ring O'Bells, 44 The Square, Chagford, Devon
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Rag Mama Rag at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"This English duo of Ashley and Deborah Dow make almost as much noise as any country blues band. Hardly surprising given that between them they play an orchestra of different instruments. Their knowledge of the music of the 1920s and 30s is second to none and they bring foot-tapping authenticity to Mississippi blues, ragtime, Kletzmer, country blues and original compositions."
Rick Payne at The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth, Devon
Blues Guitarist
The Urban Folk Quartet at Farncombe Music Club, St Johns Church, Farncombe, Nr Guildford, Surrey
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Peter Knight's Gigspanner at The Ram Folk Club, Thames Ditton, Surrey
PETER plays fiddle in a rather well known band called Steeleye Span but his style extends well beyond the boundaries of traditional Folk and Folk/Rock. He formed Gigspanner a few years ago to explore more fully the many areas of music and song that interest him - folk, classical, jazz, blues, world and more. Peter combines with two excellent musicians, ROGER FLACK (guitar) and VINCENT SALZFAAS (African percussion), to create a unique sound. Another chance to enjoy a superb evening of music that combines emotional energy, spontaneity & beauty.“Music of intelligently crafted brilliance", said ‘Songlines’ magazine.
Ira Bernstein & Riley Baugus perform Appalachian Roots at Diss Corn Hall, Diss, Suffolk
Following last year’s thrilling, sell-out performance, Ira Bernstein and Riley Baugus return to the Corn Hall to perform their old-time music and dance show – a dynamic mix of humour and skill, fiddles and feet, banjos and ballads – traditional dance, song and instrumental music from the southern Appalachian region of the US, with a few international twists thrown in.
Possibly the best Appalachian step-dancer in the world, Ira’s repertoire of dance-styles – flatfooting, rhythm tap dancing, French-Canadian step dancing and English clogging – all share a common thread, the production of rhythmic, percussive sounds.
Cara Dillon at Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich, Norfolk
"Irish folk singer Cara Dillon took a career break after the dramatic, premature birth of her twin sons in November 2006, and returns creatively refreshed with “Hill Of Thieves”, her fourth CD, but the first release on the Charcoal label she’s formed with partner Sam Lakeman. The new material has a significantly more acoustic sound than previous albums and also sees her returning to her roots with an outstanding collection of traditional songs."
Nicky Swann at Finedon Sessions, Finedon Community Centre, Finedon, Northamptonshire
Devon born songwriter Nicky Swann is a performer with a passion. Her delivery is warm, soulful (sometimes gritty) but always spiritually tinged. She uses elements of folk, blues and country to tell her tales of love, hope and death.
Solihull Storytelling Cafe at Solihull Arts Complex, Central Library, Solihull, West Midlands
Flaxenby at The Chindit, 113, Merridale Road, Wolverhampton
"Chris Buttery, Sam Mcleod and Andy Jones, originating from Bill Caddick country, the music of Flaxenby migrates from folk to country, jazz to blues with their own classy hook laden melodies."
Matlock Storytelling Cafe at The Imperial Rooms, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3NL
"Matlock Storytelling Cafe situated in the very heart of Matlock, offers a unique experience to its audience. Candlelit tables and a warm welcoming atmosphere all add to make this a great night out for adult audiences. Light meals are available, as are fantastic cakes and hot drinks."
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Saturday 5th November 2011
Sally Ironmonger at Crayside Live, Sidcup, South London
Folk Singer Songwriter
Sarah McQuaid at The Blue Walnut Cafe, Chelston, Torquay, Devon
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
The Urban Folk Quartet at The Rondo Theatre, St Saviours Rd, Larkhall, Bath, Somerset
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Chris While and Julie Matthews at Theatre on the Hill, St Johns School, Marlborough, Wiltshire
"Chris and Julie return with their unique mix of touching songs, powerful harmony singing and joie de vivre. An evening of outstanding entertainment guaranteed to put a smile on your face."
Emily Barker and The Red Clay Halo at Salisbury Arts Centre, Salisbury, Wiltshire
Hailing from Bridgetown, Western Australia, Emily Barker is a compelling songwriter with a gift for weaving melody and words.
Together with her band The Red Clay Halo, she has recorded three albums, dazzled audiences at music festivals and seen her song ‘Nostalgia’ become the Bafta-winning theme tune to BBC One drama Wallander starring British actor Kenneth Branagh.
Ralph McTell in concert at The Birley Centre, Eastbourne College, Eastbourne, East Sussex
"Featuring material from his recent album 'Somewhere Down The Road', along with songs from his new Bob Dylan birthday tribute download 'Don't Think Twice It's Alright' and songs from his extensive back catalogue, including the worldwide, Ivor Novello award winning hit 'Streets of London'."
The Big Acoustic Walk, Plas y Brenin, North Wales
A fantastic walking weekend with a musical difference. Two days of guided walks, good food and excellent company plus an open mic acoustic music night. Bring along your Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele or if you're not a performer just your best listening ears and enjoy a relaxed weekend of walking and foot tapping entertainment. Places are £155 per person including 2 days guided walks, an acoustic music evening, accommodation and meals.
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Sunday 6th November 2011
Avalonia at Green Note, Camden, London
AVALONIA is a new project from multi-instrumentalist Jacquelyn Hynes (“Gifted and innovative” Irish In Britain “Outstanding flute-playing” FolkandRoots, “Transfixing playing” Guardian) featuring the stunning voices of acclaimed Asian singing sensation Najma Akhtar (“Najma’s voice remains beyond emulation” Observer review “Artistry and emotional daring” Rolling Stone Magazine “Her voice is a heaven-sent gift” Songlines) and heart-felt Irish singer songwriter J.Eoin (“A truly gifted songwriter” Irish Post “Steeped in Irish history and mythology” Guardian “Totally modern and enchanting songs” Musician Magazine)
The London Gypsy Orchestra at The Union Chapel, Highbury, London
The 45-strong London Gypsy Orchestra – together with their 10-piece dance group – will perform a show that reflects the grandeur of traditional Gypsy music and dance. The musicians and dancers will not only deliver a fantastic spectacle to its audience but also increase cultural awareness of the Gypsy people and re-introduce the roots and traditions of Gypsy music.
The Union Chapel as a well-known international music venue with its beautiful structure will provide a great setting for this event.
“The Gypsy Orchestra itself is a special, monumental, almost exotic entity. Virtuoso violinist, German-born Gundula Gruen, created a group with talented musicians from all over the world and passed on to them the passion and skill for mastering Eastern European and Balkan music.” (Vesti, international newspaper).
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
Sarah McQuaid at The Forest Folk Club, The Miners Arms Whitecroft, Lydney, Gloucestershire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Black Umfolosi at Ashford Youth Theatre,
Ashford, Kent TN23 1HU
"A celebration of African culture through harmonious acappella singing and vigorous dancing."
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at Upper Sheringham Village Hall, Norfolk
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Sunday Afternoon Charity Concert at Bookmark Bloxwich, Bloxwich Library, ElmoreRow, Bloxwich, Walsall West Midlands (doors 3.00pm Show 3.30pm)
Featuring: Pete Kelly, Tony Barrett, Chuck Micallef, Enchanté
Musically speaking this is where Country meets Folk with some Parisian Panache
Pilgrims' Way at Warrington Folk Club, Warrington, Cheshire
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
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Monday 7th November 2011
Hatful Of Rain at Brighton Acoustic Session, The Lord Nelson, 36 Tralfalgar Street, Brighton, East Sussex
With addition of Fred Davies and James Shenton the Chloe Overton project gathers pace. These two fine musicians have added a rich instrumental dimension to the band - Fred’s guitar and mandolin playing and vocals have long been admired in his appearances with the excellent Porchlight Smoker and James has an impeccable pedigree, both as a classical violinist and sometime member of The Crawfish Scrapers string band.
Phil Jones (bass and banjo) is the band’s bantering front man but the eye nor the ear never wander far from Chloe’s compelling onstage presence. Her soulful yet winsome vocal style bring out the best of the bluegrass and country repertoire but it is her own captivating songs that linger in the memory.
Black Umfolosi at Quarterhouse,
5-49 Tontine Street Folkestone, Kent CT20 1JT
"A celebration of African culture through harmonious acappella singing and vigorous dancing."
Emily Portman at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Emily Portman is a singer, writer and concertina player whose debut album The Glamoury was fantastically well-received, leading to nominations in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2011 in two categories, Horizon and Best Original Song. Inspired by folktales and ballads, Emily weaves harmony-rich narratives accompanied by viola player and singer Lucy Farrell (fresh from touring with The Unthanks) and harpist-singer Rachel Newton of The Shee. These visceral visions of a darker Albion conjure landscapes where mythical sirens collide in urban backstreets. "
Singers night at Mansfield Folk Club, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
"all singers, musicians & listeners welcome "
Music and Culture Night, at The Black Bull, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire
Monday nights at 8pm to 10.30pm.
It's a 'go round the room and perfom if you want to' event, mainly music (mainly folk but all styles welcomed) and song but also welcomes poetry, monologues, storytelling etc. Entry is Free. Cosy, friendly atmosphere.
Bruce Molsky plus support at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Bruce Molsky, fiddler, banjo player, guitarist and singer is known as the defining virtuoso of Appalachia’s timeless folk music traditions. His personal authenticity deeply informs his music. Whether performing an ancient reel from Virginia,
a Swedish waltz, or a loping cowboy ballad, Molsky
presents himself as exactly who he is.
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Tuesday 8th November 2011
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Sarah McQuaid at Chichester Folk Song Club, Chichester, West Sussex
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Prince Albert, Brighton, East Sussex
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Tattie Jam at St Neots Folk Club, St Neots, Cambridgeshire
"Tattie Jam offer a distinctive brew of songs, from dark ballads and protest songs to off-the wall humour, and tunes ranging from slow airs to driving Strathspeys and kinetic jigs and reels. Much of our material's given a playful or funky contemporary twist, with contrast provided by the odd starker a capella song or unaccompanied tune."
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
Tom Paxton at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Tom Paxton’s songs are known and loved around the world: 'The Last Thing On My Mind', 'Ramblin’ Boy', and 'Bottle Of Wine', just a few of his truly timeless works. His generosity to both audiences and fellow musicians is renowned, and his passion for justice and the ties that bind people together is unwavering: for all this and more, Tom Paxton ranks as one of the most revered musicians of his generation.
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Wednesday 9th November 2011
The Curst Sons at The William Cobbett, Abbey Street, Farnham, Surrey
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Neil McSweeney + Tandy Hard at The Hobgoblin, Brighton, East Sussex
From Sheffield - deeply felt, brooding songs rich in imagery, like a cross between Tim Buckley and Leonard Cohen.
Sarah McQuaid at Wednesday Folk at the Man of Kent Alehouse, 8 John Street, Rochester, Kent
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Folk at The Bull, The Street, Woolpit, Nr. Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. 8:15 p.m.
"Sing, Play, Recite, Listen" with a welcome for singers, musicians, folk poets and story tellers.
Contact genial61-research@yahoo.co.uk for further details.
The Hot Tomarles at The Drill Hall, Lincoln
"Lincoln Drill Hall are delighted to present the first in a series of occasional music events in our Room Upstairs showcasing the talents of some of the very best local acoustic musicians. The Hot Tomarles, Aidan Marshall and Chris Sentence, are a unique duo who have already toured with King King and other established blues performers and like to stretch the boundaries of acoustic blues! Support acts tonight are Adam Burnage and Mary Walsh."
Bob Fox at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Starting in the 70's as a resident singer at the Davylamp Folk Club in North
East England, Bob became an ever present performer in the English and international folk
scene"
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Thursday 10th November 2011
Walsh & Pound at Green Note, Camden, London
Will Pound and Dan Walsh are two of the most exciting and unique young musicians on today's music scene. Labelled respectively as 'one of the most original harmonica players in Britain' and 'the UK's top Clawhammer banjoist', the two have joined forces to create a highly entertaining and astonishing live set which made its debut in May 2009 at Manchester's Chetham's School of Music to a rapturous reception. Since then they have gained critical acclaim for their live performances across the UK, including The Sage Gateshead, London’s Southbank and Barbican and at many major UK festivals.
The Carrivick Sisters at The Farncombe Cavern, Farncombe, Surrey
"Twin sisters Charlotte and Laura Carrivick have grown up playing and writing music together. Their unique style shows their strong bluegrass influences without obscuring their English roots. With tight harmonies that only siblings can achieve, they perform their original songs on guitar, fiddle, mandolin, dobro and clawhammer banjo."
Zoox at Folk at The Royal Oak, Lewes, East Sussex
"Zoox (Linda Game, Jo May and Becky Menday) are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices."
Open Mike/Singers & Musicians Night at Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, South London
Phil Hare at Stortfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Singer Songwriter
‘Desert Wind’ Americana Trio at Poynton Community Centre, 107 Park Lane, Poynton Cheshire SK12 1RB
"Playing a variety of mainly American folk/country music by people like Gram Parsons, Eliza Gilkyson, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Poco and Country Gazette as well as a selection of acoustic/roots music by people like Richard Thompson, Desert Wind perform regular gigs around the North West and have appeared at several festivals during the last couple of years."
The Urban Folk Quartet at The Cuckoo's Nest Folk Club, Leek, Staffordshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Kristina Olsen at The Black Swan Folk Club, York, North Yorkshire
"Kristina Olsen is one of the most entertaining and compelling performers on the international folk circuit. A superb multi-instrumentalist (acoustic guitar, steel-body slide guitar, saxophone, concertina, mandolin and piano) as well as an award-winning songwriter with a big bluesy voice"
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Friday 11th November 2011
Blueflint Green Note, Camden, London
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
Chris Sarjeant & Benedict Taylor at The Goose Is Out Folk Club, East Dulwich, South London
Chris Sarjeant & Benedict Taylor have been playing together now as a duo specialising mostly in English traditional material for over two years, performing in prestigious venues throughout the country and also for the nationwide Live Music Now organisation.
The Exmouth Shanty Men at The Blackmore Theatre, 10 Bicton Street, Exmouth, Devon EX8 2RU
Open Mic Night at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"Come and find out what’s happening on the local music scene."
The Sweet Believers at The Talking Heads, Southampton, Hampshire
'Four talented musicians, all in one family. The Sweet Believers are Fliss, Mick, Jo and Tim Downs and between them they sing, play guitars, bass, accordion, percussion and trumpet and deliver an exciting mix of beautiful originals and cleverly re-worked covers.'
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Anvil, Basingstoke, Hampshire
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Dan Cassidy & James Hickman at The Ram Folk Club, Thames Ditton, Surrey
Another Ram debut, fiddler DAN is from the USA while guitarist JAMES is from the UK. Dan grew up in a musical family, taking up the violin at ten and spending his formative years absorbing a broad spectrum of musical styles including classical, folk, jazz, bluegrass, country, blues and rock. In the 1980’s he was introduced to the music of Shetland fiddler Aly Bain which sparked his keen interest in Celtic music. He’s spent the last 15 years in Iceland as a successful session musician but visits the UK regularly to perform with his own Swing Quartet. He also appeared on several of the recordings of his late sister Eva. JAMES is an excellent guitarist who was raised on a diet of folk and bluegrass and has performed at sessions and folk clubs since the age of thirteen. After music college and a stint with Uiscedwr he met Dan whilst touring in Iceland and they just clicked. Together they add sparkle, shine, swing and scintillation to songs and tunes old and new
Wendy Arrowsmith at Seaford Folk Club, Seaford, East Sussex
“An excellent singer and a capable instrumentalist” fROOTS
Hot Club of Cowtown at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"From the bright lights of the Grand Ol' Opry to the Glastonbury and Cambridge Festivals, regular appearances on the BBC’s Later With Jools Holland and festival stages worldwide, The Hot Club of Cowtown have become the premier ambassadors of Hot Jazz and Western Swing through the unstoppable power of their breathtaking live show. Live, there remain glimpses into Romany music and culture, capturing the sophistication and sizzle of Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt's Quintette du Hot Club de France."
Open Mic Night at Bookmark Bloxwich, Bloxwich Library, ElmoreRow, Bloxwich, Walsall West Midlands
"A place for singers, song writers, and musicians to play, jam and try out songs on our full PA
No instrument required. If you don’t play come along and listen"
Karine Polwart at The Drill Hall, Lincoln
The wonderful Scots songwriter Karine Polwart combines the economy and universality of the folk storytelling tradition with a probing intellect and compassionate lyricism. Twice winner of Best Original Song at the BBC Folk Awards, she’s collaborated with King Creosote, Chris Wood, Roddy Woomble, Tim O’Brien and even the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. ‘Takes the heart to places few singers even know exist’ Word 2008
The Urban Folk Quartet at Wem Town Hall, High St, Wem, Shropshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Sarah McQuaid at The Rock at Maltby, Maltby, Nr Rotherham, South Yorkshire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Singers and Musicians Night at The New Cleveland Folk Club, The Cleveland Hotel upstairs, Crumpsall Lane, Crumpsall, Manchester
Aspiring new talent always welcome
Vin Garbutt at Carlisle Folk & Blues Club, Carlisle
“This international, award winning, singer songwriter is completing his 42nd year on the road! His unique mix of brilliant comic patter, amazing guitar and whistle mastery with impassioned singing and searing, totally honest songwriting will leave you breathless. He is due to release a biopic film ‘Teesside Troubadour’ documenting his life and career."
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Saturday 12th November 2011
Mills and Chimneys at The Arc Theatre, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"A group of six talented musicians, including three recent finalists of the BBC young folk awards, perform songs inspired by the Derbyshire landscape and its many traditions. The songs are given a variety of imaginative and credible acoustic-based musical treatments ranging from folk to contemporary pop."
The Curst Sons at The Royal Oak, Grange Road, Crawley Down Village, West Sussex
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Blueflint The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Theizr sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
The Hot Club of Cowtown at The Bullingdon Arms, Oxford
"Remaining wilfully out of the musical mainstream, Hot Club of Cowtown have created an international cult following for their sonic personification of joy and unique sound inspired by their namesakes: “Hot Club” from the hot jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stephane Grappelli’s Hot Club of France, and “Cowtown” from the Western swing influence of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys."
Flaxenby at The Greenwood Centre
Station Road, Coalbrookdale, Telford, Shropshire
"Chris Buttery, Sam Mcleod and Andy Jones, originating from Bill Caddick country, the music of Flaxenby migrates from folk to country, jazz to blues with their own classy hook laden melodies."
Pilgrims' Way at The Globe Inn, Glossop, North West Derbyshire
"They've been busy all summer with festival gigs booked on the basis of their EP, and now with a new album Wayside Courtsies - this trio from Stockport are producing rave reviews at every turn. Described as 'refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional'"
Ceilidh with Cuckoo's Nest at Holy Name Parish Centre 9 Cross Lane, Great Barr, Birmingham
"Part of the Big National Ceilidh - in cities, towns and villages all over the country, thousands of people will be dancing to the music of live bands. Each event will be locally organised and distinctive, but the proceeds from all the events will be given to a single, hugely worthwhile, charity, WaterAid. If you don’t know how to do English country dancing, you will soon learn, as the caller will explain the steps before the music starts and will remind you what to do next – it is great fun, even if you get it wrong!"
The Urban Folk Quartet at The Junction, Goole, East Yorkshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Sarah McQuaid at The Red Shed, Wakefield Labour Club, Vicarage Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Percy Grainger Weekend: Lincolnshire Posy at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
'Lincolnshire Posy' is based on folk songs collected in Lincolnshire, and each movement is a musical portrait of the singer who sang its underlying melody. This innovative and lively concert features some of Grainger's original recordings, live performances of these pieces, new interpretations of the original folk material and readings from Grainger's letters by an array of local personalities.
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Sunday 13th November 2011
The Goose Is Out Singaround at The Mag, 211 Lordship Lane (corner of Pellatt Road), East Dulwich, London
"The singaround will be very informal and participative - no mikes, no lights, no audience, we will be singing for ourselves. You can sing whatever you like, but as we're a folk club we'd prefer it to be at least folk influenced, and if it has a chorus or is a well-known song which others can join in with, all the better!"
Catherine MacLellan at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell, London
"The Nova Scotia folk singer, daughter of Canadian songwriter Gene McLellan, plays from her latest album Silhouette. Support from former Bronze and Hurrah frontman Handyside with his Geordie Americana."
Appalachian Roots at South Hill Park Arts Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 7PA
"Ira Bernstein and virtuoso old-time musician and singer Riley Baugus will perform an old-time music and dance variety show chock fill of humour and skills and promising to be a real experience. Performances are a dynamic mix of traditional dance, song and instrumental music from the southern Appalachian region of the US, with a few international twists thrown in. The audience will enjoy percussive flatfooting and buckdancing, rhythm tap dancing, French-Canadian step dancing, English clogging, South African boot dancing and hambone, whilst accompanied by fiddle tunes and fiddle sticks by Ira; southern Appalachian songs and ballads, old-time banjo and fiddle tunes and mountain preaching by Riley; and a good dose of fiddle and banjo and double fiddle duets buy the due."
Hot Club of Cowtown at Komedia, Brighton
ot Club of Cowtown has ascended from its unlikely beginnings in NYC's East Village more than a decade ago, to become the premier ambassador of Hot Jazz and Western Swing through sheer tenacity, virtuosity and the unstoppable power of their breathtaking live show. Elana's spring fingered violin solos and Whit's effortless, liquid guitar lines are propelled by Jake's driving percussive upright bass. Their music is blazing, modern, and has more energy than ever.
The Urban Folk Quartet at The Stables, Wavendon, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at Llys Meddyg, Newport, Pembrokeshire
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Andy Whittle, Alexa Hawksworth and Marc Block at The Maze, Nottingham
"With three albums to his credit, Andy Whittle is a critically-acclaimed songwriter with a knack for painting real life into poignant lyrics. Accompanying himself equally beautifully on piano or delicately finger-picked guitar, Andy has been described as “undoubtedly a major name in the making”. Alexa Hawksworth is young Nottingham singer-songwriter whose fine guitar playing supports a powerful bluesy voice. Hosting the evening, Marc Block sings an eclectic mix of traditional, contemporary and self-penned songs."
Broken Ground at The Nether Edge Folk Club, The Lounge, 23 Montgomery Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S7 1LN
"York-based alt-country/neo-folk quartet Broken Ground (Chris Williams, Phil Simpson , Per Larsen & Matt Lockwood) combine finely crafted songs and foot stampin’ grooves rich with harmonies that echo Simon & Garfunkel & The Everly Brothers. Although still relative newcomers, they have already shared billings with the likes of Kris Drever, Four Men & A Dog, Harper Simon, Seth Lakeman, Martin Carthy & Michael Chapman. "
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Monday 14th November 2011
The Mastersons at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell, London
"Part of Steve Earle's touring band of Dukes and Duchesses, Chris Masterson and Eleanor Whitmore have performed their rootsy, twangy country-pop as The Mastersons since 2006."
Sangboc Folk Club at The Royal Oak, Wineham, West Sussex BN5 9AY
The inaugural meeting of the Sangboc Folk Club, a sing-a-long club for English Folk Songs and Sea Shanties. Tell us what you want to see and hear at this brand new Folk Club. Contact Ian on 07957433894 ianrbush@btinternet.com
Aurelio Martinez at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"This is Caribbean roots music for the future. Aurelio Martinez is one of the most remarkable and passionate Garifuna artists of his generation and is the tradition-bearer for this unique Central American musical style that’s rich with African, Caribbean Indian and Latin influences. He’s also a thoroughly modern artist determined to break new ground for his centuries-old roots and his virtuosity is found in his distinctive soulful vocals and his talent as a songwriter. His debut album Laru Beya (featuring Youssou N'Dour) has just been released by RealWorld."
Philip Cockerham & Dave Bowie Jnr at Mansfield Folk Club, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Music and Culture Night, at The Black Bull, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire
Monday nights at 8pm to 10.30pm.
It's a 'go round the room and perfom if you want to' event, mainly music (mainly folk but all styles welcomed) and song but also welcomes poetry, monologues, storytelling etc. Entry is Free. Cosy, friendly atmosphere.
Bellowhead plus support – ahab at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
The 11-piece multi-award winning band merge folk, rock, music hall, classical, world, and jazz influences into their boisterous set, fusing a dazzling amount of individual musical talent along the way. They were voted ‘Best Group’ and ‘Best Live Act’ (for the 5th time) in 2011’s BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Their latest studio album, ‘Hedonism’ was a huge success and they have just recorded a new signature tune for BBC Radio 4’s ‘The Archers’. “English Folk has never seen or heard anything like Bellowhead at full throttle... it’s both rare & exhilarating to hear a band having so much fun.” Q
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Tuesday 15th November 2011
Mick Ryan and Paul Downes at Sharps Folk Club, Cecil Sharp House, Camden, London
James Apollo at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell, London
"The Arkansas hobo troubadour plays from his Damien Jurado-produced 3rd album 'Little War, Little Less', which features more of his signature bourbon-soaked, latin-tinged, gothic Americana with echoes of Tom Waits, Ennio Morricone, John Steinbeck and civil war ghosts."
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Folk at The Mill at Kersey Mill, Kersey, Suffolk. 8 p.m.
JUST LISTEN, PLAY OR SING. FREE ADMISSION!! All Welcome
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Will Pound and Dan Walsh at The Great Knight Folk Club, Northampton
"Will Pound and Dan Walsh are two of the most exciting and unique young musicians on today's music scene. Labelled respectively as "one of the most original harmonica players in Britain" and "the UK's top claw hammer banjoist" the two have joined forces to create a highly entertaining and astonishing act. They have gained critical acclaim for their live shows across the UK.”
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at Theatre Mwldan, Cardigan, Ceredigion
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
Sandwell Storytelling Cafe at Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury, West Midlands
Sarah McQuaid at Leith Folk Club, Edinburgh
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
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Wednesday 16th November 2011
Kim Richey at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell, London
"The Twice grammy-nominated country singer-songwriter duetted on Ryan Adam's seminal album 'Heartbreaker', appeared on William Shatner's Ben Folds-produced album and plays here from her latest album 'Wreck Your Wheels'."
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at No 5, The Beach, Clevedon, Somerset
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Lymington Folk Club at The Thomas Tripp pub, Queen St, Lymington, Hampshire
Floor singers always welcome; contact via the website.
Session at The Fleur de Lys, East Hagbourne. Oxfordshire
Come and enjoy good traditional (and not so traditional) music, folk and other. Bring an instrument, a song, or simply tap your feet. A warm welcome and some good ale awaits you!
Lucy Ward at Ely Folk Club, Ely, Cambridgeshire
"Lucy has the ability to still an audience with the strength and purity of her voice, which she uses to great effect on the unaccompanied songs that sprinkle her set. She is developing into a fine songwriter and a consummate performer who wows her audience with her genuine and sparkling personality and her stunning voice."
The Oysterband & June Tabor at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Twenty-one years ago June Tabor and Oysterband made a landmark album of dark folk together,
Freedom and Rain. June and Oysterband's top-flight musicianship made it something truly extraordinary and they toured the UK and America with great success. A reunion to play at fRoots Magazine's 30th birthday party last year sparked the chemistry again and soon they were back in the studio. They join us with a new album full of brooding intensity, Ragged Kingdom, plus revisited songs from 1991. One of the most anticipated collaborations of the year."
Birmingham Storytelling Cafe at The Kitchen Garden Cafe, Birmingham
"The Birmingham Storytelling Cafe is set in the middle of a delightful tranquil oasis in the heart of Kings Heath’s busy shopping centre, The Kitchen Garden Café is the perfect setting for an audience to settle in and enjoy an evening of storytelling. We have an exciting line-up of guests and regular tellers from across the Midlands."
Terry & David Shea at The Pot & Glass Folk & Acoustic Club, Egglescliffe Village, Nr Yarm-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland
"Fresh from their appearance at the Saltburn Folk Festival, terry & David have promised us a great mix of Irish & English Folk"
Bill Adair at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Lanarkshire blues man returns with his collection of blues and folk songs. All
musicians welcome."
Sarah McQuaid at Leith Folk Club, Haddington, East Lothian
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
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Thursday 17th November 2011
Curtis Eller at The Green Note, Camden, London
"Detroit born and circus raised, Curtis Eller has built a strong following in the UK based on full throttle live shows where slapstick and silent comedy meets the urgency of an early David Byrne. However, despite the Groucho moustache, braces and baggy trousers, this isn't the sideshow that it may first appear. Eller is a gifted writer raised on Randy Newman, The Band and Tom Waits. His often melancholy, often angry songs describe a dream like view of American history where all points in time have collapsed into one."
Burton Bradstock presents a night of English Song at The Downstairs Bar, Cecil Sharp House, 2 Regents Park Road London NW1 7AY
performing renditions of traditional English songs in a unique tonal setting played by some of the city's finest jazz and folk musicians.
performing renditions of traditional English songs in a unique tonal setting played by some of the city's finest jazz and folk musicians.
with Burton Bradstock, vocal,Dorian Ford, piano, Riaan Vosloo, bass, Tim Giles, drums, Pete Berryman, guitar. Plus guest singer songwriter Jason McNiff. £5.
The Urban Folk Quartet at Harrow Arts Centre, Uxbridge Rd, Hatch End, West London
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Brian Peters at Uxbridge Folk Club, Uxbridge Royal Naval Association, 388a Long Lane, Hillingdon, West London
"A traditional singer, guitarist and melodeon player of rare ability with a focus on traditional ballads, stories and dance music."
Kiku Day - Shakuhachi (bamboo flute) at The Holburne Museum, Bath, Somerset
"ICIA, University of Bath, presents a concert by Kiku Day at The Holburne Museum in Bath on Thursday 17 November at 8pm. Day specialises in jinashi shakuhachi, a bamboo flute closely associated with Japanese meditative practice. This solo performance features traditional and contemporary works for the instrument. Serene and minimal, the pieces focus on subtle aspects of sound, where timbre takes on a role as important as pitch or melody."
Karine Polwart at Colston Hall, Bristol
"Scots songwriter Karine Polwart combines the economy and universality of the folk storytelling tradition with a probing intellect and compassionate lyricism. Twice winner of “Best Original Song” at the UK-wide BBC Folk Awards."
Acoustic Guitar Heaven at South Hill Park Arts Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 7PA
"Do you love the sounds of acoustic guitar? Then this show is a must. Featuring some of the best up and coming performers around including Welsh finger style guitarist John Dignam, authentic Blues from Andy Broad, and top Guitar and Harp duo Mike Dawes & Amy Turk. Between them they will cover a mixture of styles guaranteed to get your toes tapping and give you a night to remember! "
Tattie Jam at Orpington Folk Club, The Change of Horses, Farnborough High St, Nr Orpington, Kent
"Tattie Jam offer a distinctive brew of songs, from dark ballads and protest songs to off-the wall humour, and tunes ranging from slow airs to driving Strathspeys and kinetic jigs and reels. Much of our material's given a playful or funky contemporary twist, with contrast provided by the odd starker a capella song or unaccompanied tune."
Anthony John Clarke at Stortfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Singer Songwriter
The Wagon Tales at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"The Wagon Tales are a young, energetic bluegrass band whose influences range from bluegrass/old-time, western swing, delta blues and much more. They pride themselves on their rich vocal harmonies and personal hygiene. They have a strong image based on 1950s glamour and southern farmer chic. They created quite a stir at this year's Glastonbury, Secret Garden, and Grillstock festivals and have got a large following in London."
James Hollingsworth at The Golden Fleece, Nelson Street, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL5 2HN
"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
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Cluny, Newcastle Upon Tyne
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Friday 18th November 2011
The Urban Folk Quartet at The Great Hall, Dartington, Totnes, Devon
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Karine Polwart at Salisbury Arts Centre, Salisbury, Wiltshire
"Scots songwriter Karine Polwart combines the economy and universality of the folk storytelling tradition with a probing intellect and compassionate lyricism. Twice winner of “Best Original Song” at the UK-wide BBC Folk Awards."
The Carrivick Sisters at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"21 year-old twin sisters Laura and Charlotte play acoustic folk and bluegrass. Tight yet subtle vocal harmonies accompanying their original songs. Their approach to bluegrass is fresh and lean with a sound that is all their own but remains firmly rooted in the English folk tradition."
Tattie Jam at The Fo'c'sle Folk Club, The Richmond Inn, 108 Portswood Road, Southampton, Hampshire
"Tattie Jam offer a distinctive brew of songs, from dark ballads and protest songs to off-the wall humour, and tunes ranging from slow airs to driving Strathspeys and kinetic jigs and reels. Much of our material's given a playful or funky contemporary twist, with contrast provided by the odd starker a capella song or unaccompanied tune."
Kasai Masai at The Brook Theatre,
Old Town Hall, 5 The Brook, Chatham, Kent ME4 4SE
"Kasai Masai presents traditional equatorial African music with an urban twist and energetic rhythms to dance to. This is the sound of the old and the new, of countryside and the city, from deep in the heart of Africa."
The Sally Ironmonger Trio at The Lord Nelson, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1HQ
Folk Singer Songwriter
Blackheart at Fenny Compton Village Hall, Fenny Compton, Nr Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Acoustic Duo
Clive Carroll at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Acoustic Guitarist
Jamie Smith’s Mabon at Clitheroe Grand Theatre, Clitheroe, Lancashire
"The music of Jamies Smith's Mabon is self-styled, singular and toe-tappingly good- an insatiable blend of world music, Celtic roots and rabble rousing funk folk, filled with energy, joy and passion."
Hot Club of Cowtown at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
From the bright lights of the Grand Ol’ Opry to the UK’s Glastonbury and Cambridge Festivals, regular appearances on Prairie Home Companion, the BBC’s ‘Later…with Jools
Holland’ and festival stages worldwide, The Hot Club of Cowtown has ascended from its unlikely beginnings in New York City’s East Village more than a decade ago, to become the premier ambassador of Hot Jazz and Western Swing through sheer tenacity, virtuosity and the unstoppable power of their breathtaking live show.
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Source, Carlisle, Cumbria
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
Sharon King and the Reckless Angels at Eastgate Arts Centre, Peebles, Scottish Borders
"Recently described as ‘a national treasure’ by Jim Mather, Scottish Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism, and following her sell out show at Edinburgh Fringe 2010, the ‘Edinburgh based singer /songwriter with a talent for spinning yarns...’ (The List)"
Sarah McQuaid at Palace Theatre Music Cafe, Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
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Saturday 19th November 2011
James Hollingsworth at The Albert Inn, 32 Bridgetown, Totnes, Devon. TQ9 5AD
"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
Bag of Rats at Stoke Club, Stoke Sub-Hamdon, Somerset
"A rich brew of traditional English tea, blues, reds, Irish, Jazz and Country; a smidgeon of pigeon Ska, a hint of alternative and a peppering of psychedelic skiffle."
Sean Cannon at Bridgwater Arts Centre, Bridgwater, Somerset
Lead singer and guitarist with the iconic Dubliners - Sean’s ever popular Irish songs, soft ballads and amusing anecdotes all with a helping of the usual blarney are complemented by his sons rich voices and fine musicianship.
Reserved seats £12.50 (which includes a bucks fizz reception from 6.45pm) are only available from Roger Collett 01278 451187 or Strings ‘n things in Bridgwater. A donation from the evening and a collection after the performance will be in aid of Bridgwater Hospital -- League of Friends.
The Urban Folk Quartet at Prema Arts Centre, Dursley, Gloucestershire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
The Curst Sons at The Chichester Inn, West Street, Chichester, West Sussex.
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Steeleye Span at The Theatre Royal, Margate, Kent
"At a period in their careers when most bands are happy to settle down to rehashing old glories, Steeleye Span have pushed on with a succession of acclaimed albums. Last year saw the band celebrate their 40th anniversary playing live (two UK tours, visits to Australia and the USA) and making music; releasing a new album that saw the band typically buck their own trend and go back to their roots, the interpretation of traditional song. This though, has always been the Steeleye way. Tied not to the past, the present or the future – simply timeless."
Tatcho Drom Gypsy Fiddle Feast at Youth Theatre, Dover Place, Ashford, Kent
Gundula Gruen and Ricardo Marek, two of the country's most charismatic violinists, lead a night of Gypsy music and magic. Experience a night of perilous tempi, enchanting beauty, adventurous arrangements and cracking humour with virtuoso musicians from Tatcho Drom and The Romany Diamonds. £9.50-£14.00
Steven Sproat & Elias Sibley at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Steven Sproat is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and probably the best known ukulele personality in the UK. As well as Steven’s own guitar and uke numbers, expect great versions of Paul Weller, Oasis, Coldplay, Keane, Steely Dan, Frank Sinatra and Irving Berlin, showing off his versatility and expertise. Elias is a well-respected banjo, guitar and ukulele virtuoso, whose arrangements and accuracy when playing classical pieces by Bach and Chopin have to be seen and heard to be believed! Expect some jazz numbers too. "
Claudia Aurora at Diss Corn Hall, Diss, Suffolk
With a following to rival flamenco, the haunting melodies of Portuguese fado – traditional Portuguese folk-blues – have always held listeners spellbound; Porto-born singer/ songwriter Claudia Aurora is its powerful new voice. Fado is renowned for its heady mix of loss, longing, love and nostalgia, and Aurora – who triumphed at one of the headline events at this year’s Norwich Festival – sings it like no one else.
The Ragin Cajuns at The Verge, 72 Manchester Road,Hyde, Cheshire
Manchester based 6 piece Cajun Band
Adrian Edmondson and The Bad Shepherds at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Ex-‘Young One’ Adrian Edmondson (mandolin) leads The Bad Shepherds who are Troy Donockley (uilleann pipes), from the band Iona; Andy Dinan (fiddle), twice 'All Ireland' fiddle champion, and Tim Harries (double bass) of Steeleye Span fame. They play punk songs on folk instruments. Not as a gag, but because they really like the noise. Audiences and critics alike seem to like it too!
Support comes from Samantha Crain.
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at Crofthead Hall, Neilston, Renfrewshire
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Sunday 20th November 2011
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
Sarah McQuaid at Folk On The Moor, Ivybridge, Devon
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
James Hollingsworth at The Three Horseshoes, Frome Rd, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire. SN16 9PF
"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
The Ceilidh Experience Concert & Dance at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Come along and join in the dancing as participants from the Ceilidh Experience course present their new bands created especially for tonight, and playing a feast of traditional tunes for dancers and folk fans of all ages. Our guest dance caller will guide you through the steps, in what promises to be a fun evening of dance and music. No previous Ceilidh dance experience needed! Suitable for adults and older children."
Traditional Music Session at The Prince of Wales, Alcester Road, Moseley, Birmingham
"Sessions are informal gatherings at which people play traditional music together - normally someone starts a tune, and those who know it join in. Every session has its own character - ours feature English, Scottish and Irish folk music and song - and all are welcome, to play or to listen."
Pilgrims' Way at Folk at the Manor, Wallasey, Merseyside
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Roger Davies at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
"The best thing I've seen in 20 years. If I had a torch I'd throw it to him" - Harvey Andrews
The Webb Sisters at The Ruby Lounge, Manchester
Dynamic performers with expressive voices and plangent harmonies, The Webb Sisters are multi-instrumentalists and songwriters of originality and intelligence. Ingénues yet thinkers, the sisters create enthralling live performances.
Their singing and playing (harp, guitar, mandolin, piano, drums) draw from the folk and pop traditions of Britain and the United States. The Webb Sisters have recorded three albums, building a following on their travels, achieving album, single and record of the week on iTunes and BBC Radio Two. Charley and Hattie have performed twice for Princess Anne and once for Queen Elizabeth.
Chris While & Julie Matthews at Mellor Brook Community Centre, Mellor Brook, Blackburn, Lancashire
"Piano, guitar/vocal duo; renegades from the Albion Band; classy song-writing collaborators now well established on folk club and festival scene. BBC Folk Award winners, purveyors of refined modern song-writing often using contemporary themes."
Folkworks: One Night in Gateshead ‘The Big Hewer’ Peter Cox at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear 7:00pm
Peter Cox’s book ‘Set Into Song - Ewan MacColl, Charles Parker, Peggy Seeger and the Radio Ballads’ tells the story of the original Radio Ballad Series of 1958-64. Peter Cox will give a presentation illustrated by sound clips of ‘The Big Hewer’, first broadcast 50 years ago in 1961, and its recent equivalent ‘Ballad of the Miners’ Strike’. Johnny Handle and other working and retired miners from the North East participated in the original, and Jez Lowe wrote several powerful new songs for the recent programme.
Free to ticket holders to Folkworks: One Night in Gateshead Johnny Handle with Chris Hendry
Folkworks: One Night in Gateshead Johnny Handle with Chris Hendry at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear 8:00pm
Starting the second series of One Night In Gateshead concerts featuring notable musicians of the North East. Wallsend-born Johnny Handle is a key figure in the country’s folk revival. His compositions ranging from poignant mining songs like ‘Farewell To the Monty’ to the hilarious Geordie favourite ‘Stottin’ Doon the Waall’.
Tonight he performs alongside his wife, Chris Hendry.
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Monday 21st November 2011
Matthew Ord at Green Note, Camden, London
Matthew Ord is a London based singer and guitarist with a fresh take on the traditional music of the British Isles and North America. A dedicated musician with a deep passion for folk music from an early age, his repertoire reflects the length and breadth of these traditions, drawing together the Delta and Piedmont blues, Scots and English Ballads, jigs, reels, slow airs, nursery rhymes and protest songs, all skilfully performed with warmth and conviction
Martin Alvarado at The Forge, Camden, London
"Martin Alvarado is undoubtedly one of the finest new generation tango singers in the world today. He has won wide acclaim for his outstanding, warm and powerful tenor voice, his particular way of phrasing songs and his unique repertoire of new tangos, old tangos but with few recordings and some all-time classics. He is seen in Argentina as an important ambassador of tango across the world. Accompanying himself on acoustic guitar, he will be joined by highly accomplished pianist and bandoneon player, Mikko Helenius (Finland)."
The Urban Folk Quartet at Forest Folk, North Boarhunt, Nr Wickham, Hampshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Emily Barker & The Red Clay Halo at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Australian Emily Barker is a compelling songwriter with a gift for weaving melody and words into the magnificent arrangements of her band The Red Clay Halo, whose rootsy ensemble playing underpins Barker’s vocal strength and fragility. Their achingly beautiful Pause is the theme tune to BBC2’s gripping TV drama The Shadow Line. And Nostalgia is the BAFTA-winning theme tune to BBC1’s Wallander. The band’s 3 albums are entirely self-financed and released on Emily’s own imprint Everyone Sang."
Singers night at Mansfield Folk Club, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
"all singers, musicians & listeners welcome "
Music and Culture Night, at The Black Bull, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire
Monday nights at 8pm to 10.30pm.
It's a 'go round the room and perfom if you want to' event, mainly music (mainly folk but all styles welcomed) and song but also welcomes poetry, monologues, storytelling etc. Entry is Free. Cosy, friendly atmosphere.
Richard Shindell at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
"An expatriate New Yorker now living in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Richard Shindell is a meticulous craftsman of song whose eight studio albums and 2 live recordings have been revered by critics and fans alike.
Shindell's songwriting is truly eclectic, ranging from lighthearted ballads and adulterous love songs, to dirges and diatribes that skillfully skewer politics, prejudice, war and religion."
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Tuesday 22nd November 2011
Martin Simpson at The Old Queen’s Head, Islington, London
Twice-winner Musician Of The Year BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and nominated for Musician of the Year 2009
In the last few years, Martin Simpson has been busier, more successful and more visible than ever before in his 37 year career, a veritable overnight sensation at the age of 56. Televised appearances at the Albert Hall at the first ever Folk Prom, and on Later with Jools, and radio appearances with Aled Jones, Mike Harding and Simon Mayo amongst others, garnered extraordinarily good reactions
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Damian Clarke at Folking Live, South Hill Park, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7PA
"Celtic/Folk musician"
Sarah McQuaid at Hoy at Anchor Folk Club, Leigh on Sea, Essex
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Folk at The Mill at Kersey Mill, Kersey, Suffolk. 8 p.m.
JUST LISTEN, PLAY OR SING. FREE ADMISSION!! All Welcome
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Karine Polwart at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Songwriter Karine Polwart combines the economy and universality of the folk storytelling tradition with a probing intellect and compassionate lyricism. Twice winner of Best Original Song at the UK-wide BBC Folk Awards, her debut album Faultlines won Best Album at the BBC Folk Awards in 2005. Indeed all four of her solo CD releases, including her current bittersweet collection of original songs This Earthly Spell, prove she’s a writer able to combine ancient traditions with sharp contemporary observations and an independent sensibility."
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
Lau at The Drill Hall, Lincoln
Widely regarded as this generation’s most inventive folk band, Lau have been crowned Best Folk Group at the BBC Radio Two Folk Awards three years on the trot. Kris Drever, Aiden O’Rourke and Martin Green are a phenomenally talented trio of musicians and their cutting edge sound and charismatic flair have earned them an unrivalled reputation at national and international venues and festivals, so don’t miss the chance to hear them play live at the Drill Hall.
Emily Portman at The Musician, Leicester
Emily Portman is a singer, writer and concertina player based in the North East of England. With her 2010 debut album gaining her two BBC Folk Award nominations, Emily is fast gaining a reputation for her songwriting talent and ‘lark-like’ voice. Emily first cut her teeth on the folk scene with harmony trio The Devils Interval and she now annually tours with Waterson:Carthy, with commendations from folk luminaries including Shirley Collins and Bagpuss’s own Sandra Kerr.
Emily originally hails from Glastonbury, where, raised on a diet of fairytales and Somerset folklore she began songwriting at the age of six, starting out with a keyboard, a tape recorder and a thirst for blood-curdling stories. After years immersed in traditional songs, Emily’s return to songwriting has already grabbed attention across the BBC, with a live session for radio 6, airplay on radio 2, and with radio 3’s ‘Words and Music’ broadcasting live performances of songs from her album at their ‘Free Thinking’ Festival. Emily has recently appeared at The Kings Place, London, The Sage Gateshead and at festivals including The Big Chill, The Green Man and Dranouter (Belguim). She is also making waves beyond the folk scene, being featured as a soloist on the BBC’s adaptation of ‘Tess of the D’Urbervilles’ as well as appearing on alt-folk songwriter Alasdair Roberts’ latest album.
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Old Library, Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Wednesday 23rd November 2011
Sarah McQuaid at The Farncombe Cavern, Farncombe, Godalming, Surrey
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Tales and Ales Storytelling Session at The Lamp Tavern, 157 Barford Street, Birmingham
"Come along to sample tales and ales at this great old Birmingham pub - an informal small storytelling venue with full disability access.
Come to tell tales, listen to stories, drink good beer, meet up with your mates. Whatever your reason for being there, just be there."
Ideal Band at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Ken Campbell on vocals, guitar, laud, northumbrian pipes; Linsey Aitken on
cello and vocals; Gavin Paterson on piano, guitar, mandolin and vocals. A unique blend of
contemporary and traditional songs from Scotland."
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Thursday 24th November 2011
Open Mike/Singers & Musicians Night at Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, South London
Lau at The Point, Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE
"Highly regarded musicians in their own right, the combined talents of Kris Drever, Martin Green and Aidan O’Rourke make for a fantastic and all-conquering trio. The warmth and excitement Lau generate with each new release, and at every gig, has culminated in armfuls of plaudits, including three consecutive years of being crowned ‘Best Group’ at the BBC Radio Two Folk Awards."
Folking Live welcomes Damian Clarke at South Hill Park Arts Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 7PA
"A man who has seen it and done it on the folk scene – his unique show brings to the fore lesser played folk instruments including the Hurdy Gurdy and Hammer Dulcimer. Along with striking traditional vocal style, expect folk songs pulled from many different areas – performed in an inimitable way."
Zoox at Stortfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Zoox (Linda Game, Jo May and Becky Menday) are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices."
Dogwood Rose at The Princess Royal, Slinn Street, Crookes, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Entertaining mix of folk and americana from this locally-based trio with great harmonies from Judy Clifford and Michael Richards with beautiful fiddle work from Kiri Smith.
David Ferrard at The Black Swan Folk Club, York, North Yorkshire
David Ferrard is a Scottish-American singer-songwriter and folk musician based in Edinburgh, Scotland.Born to a Scottish father and an American mother he was brought up on both sides of the Atlantic. His transatlantic roots can be clearly traced in is music, whether singing his own compositions or interpreting a traditional ballad or song by Robert Burns.
Sarah McQuaid at Barnard Castle Folk Club, Barnard Castle, County Durham
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby at Rothbury Roots, Rothbury, Northumberland
"A pairing which showcases Brian’s exquisite electric and acoustic guitar and Cathryn’s sensitive lyrics and soaring vocals."
Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices at The Maltings, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland
"Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes as well as being a superb composer and performer. Drawing on interviews and recordings Kathryn has done over the years with rural Northumbrians, this new concert features tunes and songs alongside witty and moving anecdotes performed by Kathryn, her father Mike Tickell and a superb ensemble of musicians and singers. The show promises an evening that is genuine, inventive and as lively as the communities from which the material has been gathered."
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at Acoustic Music Club, Kirkcaldy, Fife
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Friday 25th November 2011
Nick Wood at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"Based in Frome, Nick is a great singer and musician with an extensive repertoire of traditional and contemporary Kentish songs and tunes"
The Curst Sons at The Volunteer, Eastgate Street, Lewes, East Sussex.
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Unicorn Ceilidh featuring: The Gloworms with 'caller Phil Bassindale' at 'Unicorn Ceilidhs', Hitchin, Hertfordshire
The Urban Folk Quartet at Stratford Upon Avon Folk Club, Stratford, Warwickshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Youth Open Mic Night at Bookmark Bloxwich, Bloxwich Library, ElmoreRow, Bloxwich, Walsall West Midlands (6.00pm Doors for 6.30pm show Free entry)
"A place for singers, song writers, and musicians to play, jam and try out songs on our full PA
If you don’t play come along and listen"
Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices at Liverpool Hope University, Liverpool, Merseyside
"Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes as well as being a superb composer and performer. Drawing on interviews and recordings Kathryn has done over the years with rural Northumbrians, this new concert features tunes and songs alongside witty and moving anecdotes performed by Kathryn, her father Mike Tickell and a superb ensemble of musicians and singers. The show promises an evening that is genuine, inventive and as lively as the communities from which the material has been gathered."
Sarah McQuaid at West Lane Baptist Church, Haworth, West Yorkshire
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Garron Frith at The New Cleveland Folk Club, The Cleveland Hotel upstairs, Crumpsall Lane, Crumpsall, Manchester
Folkworks: Oysterband and June Tabor at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear 8:00pm
Oysterband, a modern, folk-based band described as “acoustic at heart, sometimes intense and sometimes rocking” join folk singer June Tabor, “One of Britain’s most emotive voices - in a category of one” (Mojo). Twenty-one years ago June Tabor and Oysterband made an album of dark folk together, ‘Freedom and Rain’ and a reunion at fRoots Magazine’s 30th birthday party last year sparked the chemistry again leading to a 2011 tour.
Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby at Carlisle Folk & Blues Club, Carlisle
“This international, award winning, singer songwriter is completing his 42nd year on the road! His unique mix of brilliant comic patter, amazing guitar and whistle mastery with impassioned singing and searing, totally honest songwriting will leave you breathless. He is due to release a biopic film ‘Teesside Troubadour’ documenting his life and career."
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at Bogbain Music Night, Inshes, Inverness
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Saturday 26th November 2011
James Hollingsworth at Studio One, Showcase Cinema de Lux, Glass House, Cabot Circus, Bristol. BS1 3BX
"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
Crownstreet at Grayshott Folk Club, Grayshott Social Club, Hill Road, Grayshott, Nr. Hindhead, Surrey GU26 6HL
"Four fun folkers from Suffolk who play a dazzling array of familiar and obscure musical instruments and promise an evening of interactive delight and banter."
The Curst Sons at The Seal, Hillfield Rd, Selsey, West Sussex.
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Gypsy Fire at Cranleigh Arts Centre, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8AS
"A show crammed full of musical nods to the worlds of jazz, classical, rock and blues, underpinned with Gypsy swing rhythms. The quartet features the acoustic guitars of Stuart Carter-Smith and Ben Travers, plus award-winning jazz violinist Ben Holder and double bassist Paul Jefferies."
Walsh & Pound at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Will Pound and Dan Walsh are two of the most exciting and unique young musicians on today's music scene. Labelled respectively as one of the most original harmonica players in Britain and the UK's top clawhammer banjoist, they have joined forces to create a highly entertaining and astonishing live set. Prepare to be dazzled by stunning vocals, banjo wizardry and sounds you didn’t think were possible on harmonica. This duo is destined for great things, with their ability to encompass an amazing array of musical genres with ease, energy and excellence!"
Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices at The Sundial Theatre, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes as well as being a superb composer and performer. Drawing on interviews and recordings Kathryn has done over the years with rural Northumbrians, this new concert features tunes and songs alongside witty and moving anecdotes performed by Kathryn, her father Mike Tickell and a superb ensemble of musicians and singers. The show promises an evening that is genuine, inventive and as lively as the communities from which the material has been gathered."
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Sunday 27th November 2011
Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices at Cecil Sharp House, Camden, London
"Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes as well as being a superb composer and performer. Drawing on interviews and recordings Kathryn has done over the years with rural Northumbrians, this new concert features tunes and songs alongside witty and moving anecdotes performed by Kathryn, her father Mike Tickell and a superb ensemble of musicians and singers. The show promises an evening that is genuine, inventive and as lively as the communities from which the material has been gathered."
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
Open Mic Night at The Ailsa Tavern, 263 St. Margarets Rd, Twickenham, West London TW1 1NJ
Sarah McQuaid at Totnes FM Studio Lounge, Totnes, Devon
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Sumudu at The Queens Theatre Foyer, Hornchurch, Essex
This remarkable singer-songwriter and her band perform a stunning selection of well-known country and roots classics as well as songs from her highly-praised debut album Waiting For You.
"Wonnderful, an epic example of female singer songwriters really making their mark" - *****Maverick
"She is quite simply an outstanding talent...a voice like honey" - BBC
The Urban Folk Quartet at Hitchin Folk Club, Hitchin, Hertfordshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Tinker’s Three at The Nether Edge Folk Club, The Lounge, 23 Montgomery Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S7 1LN
"Featuring Mike Tinker on cigar-box guitar, steel-string and vocals, the Incredible Washboard Pete on percussion plus BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Nominee Katriona Gilmore on fiddle, mandolin and vocals this will be a night of foot-stomping americana, thoughtful folk and not a few musical surprises. Look out for the infamous avocado and a possible debut for the cigwaa-box guitar…"
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Monday 28th November 2011
Sarah McQuaid at The Haywain, Coychurch Road, Bridgend, South Wales
"Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey." -- Geoff Wallis, fRoots
"Sparkling guitar and compelling alto voice ... reminiscent of Pentangle’s best efforts ... a gentle and magical recording that I will return to time and again." -- Tom Druckenmiller, Sing Out!
Music and Culture Night, at The Black Bull, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire
Monday nights at 8pm to 10.30pm.
It's a 'go round the room and perfom if you want to' event, mainly music (mainly folk but all styles welcomed) and song but also welcomes poetry, monologues, storytelling etc. Entry is Free. Cosy, friendly atmosphere.
Singers night at Mansfield Folk Club, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
"all singers, musicians & listeners welcome "
The Urban Folk Quartet at National Centre for Early Music, York, North Yorkshire
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Folkworks: Emily Portman at The Sage, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear 8:00pm
Singer, songwriter and concertina player, Emily Portman, is inspired by folktales and ballads and weaves harmony-rich narratives relaying female experience. After years immersed in traditional songs, Emily’s return to songwriting has already grabbed attention across the BBC. Emily will be previewing material from her new release accompanied by Lucy Farrell, Rachel Newton and special guests.
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Tuesday 29th November 2011
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
The Sally Ironmonger Trio at The Punch & Judy, St Stephens St, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 2AB
Folk Singer Songwriter
Folk at The Mill at Kersey Mill, Kersey, Suffolk. 8 p.m.
JUST LISTEN, PLAY OR SING. FREE ADMISSION!! All Welcome
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
Lichfield Storytelling Cafe at Lichfield Library, Lichfield, Staffordshire
"Graham Langley has been the leading performer at Storytelling Cafés for over twelve years. His bright and lively style has been familiar to audiences who relax to his wide range of traditional stories. His storytelling activities have taken him around the world, and he will bring to Lichfield a celebration of his stories honed at recent festival appearances in Sweden, Ireland, Italy and Canada.
The Urban Folk Quartet at Ashford Institute Church St, Ashford in the Water, Bakewell, Derbyshire. DE45 1QB 01629 640328
"The premise is simple: four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high-energy show of grooving, globally-influenced folk music that will take your breath away.
The result is a show like no other.
Blistering beats, burning fiddle tunes and elements from all four corners of the globe delivered with boundless energy and humour. It's true fusion - not just the careless splicing together of genres. The UFQ are equally at home delivering a sombre air or harmonised Appalachian folk song as they are ripping into a rock-infused reel.
Cahalen Morrison & Eli West at The Tin Hut, Gartly, Aberdeenshire
"When people talk about the music of Cahalen Morrison and Eli West, terms such as gorgeous, amazing, gentle, lush, sophisticated, soulful, organic and earthy get bandied around. Cahalen, a New Mexico native, is a multi-instrumentalist who is equally at home playing fingerstyle guitar, lap slide, mandolin and clawhammer banjo; Sharing the same authenticity, and outlook, Eli, from Seattle, had also been a busy multi-instrumentalist, sitting in at times with the likes of Michelle Shocked and members of the Wailin Jennys and Crooked Still."
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Wednesday 30th November 2011
A Hawk and Hacksaw rescore 'Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors' at Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich, Norfolk
This very special show is being performed in only 3 places, The Barbican, All Tomorrow’s Parties Festival and Norwich Arts Centre.
New Mexico’s widescreen roving folk duo A Hawk and A Hacksaw present their first live soundtrack, a brand new rescore of legendary Russian director Sergio Paradjanov’s classic film “Shadows Of Forgotten Ancestors”. Mixing folklore, sorcery and religious symbolism, the film tells the age old tale of a peasant’s love and loss set high up in the Carpathian mountains.
Pilgrims' Way at The Ryburn Folk Club, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Session at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Sing a song, play a tune, tell us a story or listen. Free"
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