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Horsham Folk Club
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Jackstaws Morris
June 2008
JACKSTRAWS MORRIS
2008 Programme of Dance. (June onwards).
Sat. 14th June. 11.40 Police Community Day, Heatherside, Camberley, Surrey
1.30 William Cobbett School fete, Weybourne Road, Farnham, Surrey GU9 9ER
Mon. 23rd June. Evening with Datchet Border Morris at Windlesham, Surrey
8.00 pm The Bee, School Road GU20 6PD
9.00 pm The Surrey Cricketers, 55 Chertsey Road GU20 6HE
Sat. 5th July. Afternoon Hale Carnival, Hale, Farnham
Tues. 8th July. Evening with Fleur de Lys Morris
8.00 pm The Spotted Cow, Bourne Grove,
Lower Bourne, Farnham GU10 3QT
Weds. 16th July. Evening with Pilgrim Morris
8.00 pm Hog’s Back Brewery, Manor Farm, The Street, Tongham, Surrey GU10 1DE
Mon. 21st July. Evening with Mayflower Morris
8.00 pm The Miners Arms, 1 Hamesmoor Road, Mytchett, Camberley GU16 6EZ
Tues. 29th July. Evening with Yateley Morris
8.00 pm The Good Intent, Puttenham, Surrey GU3 1AR
8.45pm Royal Oak, Wood Street, Surrey GU3 3DA
Sat. 20th Sept. Daytime Guests at Yateley Morris day of dance
Yateley, Hampshire
Tues 4th Nov. Ale Tasting at Ripley, Surrey
8.00 pm. The Talbot Hotel, Ripley GU23 6BB*
http://www.tangwyn.clara.net/jackstraws/diary.html
The Stables
08.08
STOCKWELL LANE, WAVENDON, MILTON KEYNES MK17 8LU
BOX OFFICE: 01908 280800
BOOK ONLINE: 01908 280800
Sunday 28 September, 5, 12, 19 & 26 October, 2 November, 10.00am – 12.30pm
Ceilidh Experience
Adult/15+ Workshop
The popular Stables ‘Experience’ returns with a new project for anyone interested in traditional and folk music who would like the chance to play in a band at a Ceilidh. You’ll learn tunes and come together as small bands, getting ready to perform at a final event for dancers and folk fans of all ages. You’ll also have the opportunity to practice with a ‘caller’ and work on a professional stage with sound equipment. For any instrument, but acoustic instruments especially welcome. Participants should already be able to play tunes from memory, ideally at ’dance speed’ and be prepared to do some tune practice between sessions.
Course fee £70 (£45 students) for 6 sessions
Saturday 4 October, 8pm
Jonatha Brooke. The Undiscovered Music of Woody Guthrie
Great voice, eloquent lyrics, intelligent arrangements – it’s a combination that just draws you in and Jonatha Brooke’s got it all. The American folk-rock singer-songwriter has a series of critically acclaimed albums to her credit, but tonight’s show will be a very special one. It’s the world premiere of her new album of unpublished lyrics from the Woody Guthrie archives, composed, arranged and produced by Jonatha herself. The first set will showcase this stunning new material, with the second featuring familiar favourites.
“Jonatha Brooke has been making intimate, well-crafted music for years.” Rolling Stone
Tickets £16.50
Sunday 5 October, 8pm
Show of Hands
An alchemist couldn’t have come up with a more potent and magical mix than that of Phil Beer, who can, as The Scotsman observed, “play nearly every instrument known to man” and Steve Knightley, described by Mike Harding as “one of England’s greatest singer songwriters”. A powerful force in folk and acoustic music.
Tickets £18
Thursday 9 October, 8pm
roots/round/about, the regional touring consortium present the 21st Century Afro Sounds Tour
Kasai Masai & Atongo Zimba
Kasai Masai bring the traditional sound of remote equatorial Africa to Milton Keynes, picking up a contemporary twist along the way. Their sound is rooted in the healing power of percussion and chanting, combined with Congolese folk guitar and jazz saxophone. At their live shows the audiences find it impossible to keep still in the presence of such compelling African rhythms!
Atongo Zimba was taught by his grandfather to play the koliko or molo – a two-stringed calabash lute. On his 2005 international debut album Savannah Breeze he came up with a funky, modern African sound that fused modern electronic instruments with the acoustic roots of the African Sahel. His cover version of the polka classic No Beer In Heaven was a huge hit in Ghana!
Tickets £12.50 Meal Deal £22.50
Friday 10 October, 8.45pm
Chris Wood
Hailed by the Irish Times as “the Renaissance man of English folk”, Chris Wood’s music reveals his love for the unofficial history of the English-speaking people, with his writing said to share the same timeless quality as Richard Thompson at his best. 2008 sees him touring his new album Trespasser.
“Trespasser is my album of the year.” Billy Bragg.
Tickets £12
Tuesday 14 October, 8pm
Billy Cobham & Asere
Jazz drumming legend Billy Cobham teamed up with the innovative & stylish young Cuban group Asere at WOMAD in 2002, and the warmth of the relationship that’s developed between these two powerhouses radiates loud and clear through their music. Now they join us to tour their new album De Cuba y De Panama on a thrilling and uplifting night at The Stables, bringing the full Cuban experience to the stage as they explore soul, jazz and funk influences, all mixed up with a kicking Latin vibe.
Tickets £15, £17.50
Wednesday 15 October, 8pm
Julie Fowlis. With support Ella Edmondson
Julie Fowlis burst onto the music scene in 2006 when she became the first Scottish Gaelic singer to win a prestigious BBC Radio 2 Folk Award. Since winning the horizon award for best newcomer she has won the hearts of audiences the world over and is in constant demand as a performer of Gaelic music.
“As enchanting, beguiling and fascinating as songs by Kate Bush and Björk.” Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2.
Tickets £15
Thursday 16 October, 8.45pm
Derrin Nauendorf
Australian guitarist Nauendorf’s music incorporates a melting pot of roots styles – blues, folk, Americana. With cutting lyrics, a powerful dynamic delivery and a strong and unique playing style he’s one of those musicians who leaves his audience asking “How does he DO that?” Don’t miss this, he’s a very special player.
Tickets £9.50 in advance, £11.50 on the door
Sunday 19 October, 8pm
Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers
The name Mugenkyo means “limitless reverberation”, with thundering rhythms from the huge Japanese Taiko drums counterpointing the graceful harmonies of the bamboo flute. Mugenkyo have developed a gritty, passionate performing style that is thoroughly contemporary yet retains the traditional spirit of Taiko. The show is a dazzling display of choreography and athleticism, excitement and vitality.
“…Exhilarating to behold…” The Glasgow Herald.
Tickets £16.50, £18.50, meal deal £26.50, £28.50
Thursday 23 October, 8pm
Maire Ni Chathasaigh, Chris Newman, Nollaig Casey & Arty McGlynn
Two world-renowned duos from the Irish tradition come together tonight. Harper Maire Ni Chathasaigh and English flatpacking guitar wizard Chris Newman have joined up with legendary guitarist Arty McGlynn and virtuoso fiddler Nollaig Casey (who between the two of them have played with every major Irish artist over
the last 30 years) for an evening of instrumental wizardry and heartfelt vocals.
Tickets £16.50
Saturday 25 October, 8.45pm
M1 Music Night - Terry Emm & Navaro
A co-headlining gig featuring artists from Bucks, Beds, Herts and Northants. Young singer-songwriter Terry Emm writes personal, melancholic songs described as 'nerve-wracklingly beautiful' and 'hushed and reflective'. Awarded Johnny Coppin's Under 21's Folk Quest Award in 2007, Terry is currently putting the finishing touches to his debut album. Beth Navaro’s country sound (as heard on her 2007 album Sanctuary) evolves as she joins forces with Pete White and Steve Austin. Beth’s rootsy past, Pete’s flair for anthemic melodies and Steve’s love of British and American folk all find their place in the Navaro mix.
Tickets £9.50 in advance, £11.50 on the door
Sunday 2 November, 7.30pm
Ceilidh Experience Concert & Dance
Come along and join in the dancing, as participants from the Ceilidh Experience course present their new bands created especially for tonight, 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.
Tickets £5
Tuesday 4 November, 8pm
Lau
Lau is a formidable union of three of the finest and most innovative exponents of modern traditional music in Scotland today; Kris Drever (guitar and vocal), Martin Green (piano accordion) and Aidan O’Rourke (fiddle). This spring they took the Best Group title at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and with a year of dates around the globe they look set to cause serious musical trouble worldwide.
“Beyond the realms of technical, traditional music literacy, the trio displays a delicious propensity for danger
and boundary pushing – and all with a disarming glint in their eyes” fRoots.
Tickets £15
Friday 7 November 8.45pm
Dan Raza
Fresh from touring Texas with Slaid Cleaves, Dan Raza returns to The Stables following his sell-out show here last year. Dan’s music is a mix of folkabilly, blues and roots elements and has made fans of artists as diverse as Chris Farlowe, Mary Gauthier and Cara Dillon. Playing The Stables for the first time with a full band, it is worth booking early to avoid disappointment.
“Truly spellbinding, stunning… if there is any justice in this world it won’t be long before Dan Raza is headlining in a town near you.” Maverick Magazine.
Tickets £9.50 in advance, £11.50 on the door
Tuesday 18 November, 8pm
Eve Selis
Eve Selis is more than just a singer – she’s an emotion transducer who converts country, R&B, blues, folk and rock ’n’ roll signals into a megawatt zap that galvanises anyone in its path. As with fellow high-octane frontwomen Bonnie Raitt, Joan Osborne, Maria McKee and Melissa Etheridge, the cauterising power of
her voice arc-welds material from almost any genre into a personal manifesto. Electrified Americana that’s as good as it gets.
“Selis rocks me. Eve, you are a star.” Chris Isaak
Tickets £14.50
Saturday 22 November, 8.45pm
Yvonne Lyon
Singer-songwriter Yvonne Lyon is among the best and brightest emerging talent currently from Scotland. Her songs combine poignant lyrics with strong, creative melodies, demonstrating a voice that can be both fragile and intense. She has drawn and stirred crowds across the UK with her emotive performances, enjoying support slots with Karine Polwart, Martyn Joseph, The Duhks, and Patty Griffin.
“Her well-crafted songs were delivered with panache and conviction in a compelling voice which displayed just the right balance between power and delicacy.” Americana UK
Tickets £9.50 in advance, £11.50 on the door
Tuesday 2 December, 8pm
Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band
A unique celebratory show of Christmas music as renowned folk singer Maddy Prior joins up with the Carnival Band, mixing renaissance, modern and ethnic instruments with a refreshing cavalier attitude and plenty of humour. Together they put their inimitable stamp on familiar and not-so-familiar festive fare, from favourites like The Holly and the Ivy and I Saw Three Ships to secular carols such as The Boar’s Head and dance tunes like Old Joe Clark.
“Maddy’s voice is clear as a bell. It actually sounds as if there’s a celebration going on.” The Guardian.
Tickets £20, £22.50
Thursday 4 December, 8.45pm
Jeb Loy Nichols, Michael Weston King & Peter Bruntnell
Artist, author and musician Jeb has worked with John Martyn, Richard Thompson, Robert Cray and Horace Andy. Michael was leader of UK alt country pioneers The Good Sons and his fans include the legendary Townes Van Zandt, who covered one of Michael’s songs. Peter is hailed by Rolling Stone magazine as “Britain’s best-kept musical secret”. Three of the finest modern singer-songwriters come together for a night of song, stories, dark humour and light melancholia.
Tickets £12
Saturday 6 December, 8pm
Junctions: Spiers & Boden and The Tacet Ensemble
John Spiers and Jon Boden – pioneers of the new folk revival and winners of the Best Duo category at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2004 and 2006 – have been wowing audiences with their traditional English folk songs with a contemporary twist and high-octane tunes that get everyone dancing. The Tacet Ensemble are a Brighton-based contemporary music group, breaking the mould of classical performance by performing in pubs, clubs and cinemas. Together, they’ve united to find a common musical language and create new work that’s firmly rooted in English tradition yet speaks to the 21st century, in a stunning celebration of the vital force of English music.
Tickets £12.50
Friday 12 December, 8.45pm
Rhiannon Giddens & Sxip Shirey
Giddens (female voice of African-American string band The Carolina Chocolate Drops) and Shirey (legendary underground folk guitarist and composer) play their instruments as if they were one, weaving melody and rhythm from many influences – Appalachian, opera, Gaelic, hip-hop – and with a bag of tricks including triple-extended penny whistles, mutant harmonicas and human beatboxing you’ll never know what to expect!
Tickets £9.50 in advance, £11.50 on the door
Tuesday 16 December, 8pm
Koshka: Russian Winter & Gypsy Fire
Gypsy super-trio Koshka bring a seasonal flavour from Russia this December. Vibrant, enthralling Gypsy music - played with outrageous bravura - is interspersed with Russian tales and anecdotes giving an insight into the traditions of Christmas in a culture very different to our own. Koshka are Russian fiddlers Oleg Pomonarev (formerly of Loyko) and Lev Atlas (principal viola with Scottish Opera and a charismatic raconteur) alongside Nigel Clark, one of the UK’s most technically gifted acoustic guitarists. As a trio they now stand at the cutting edge of Gypsy music, taking it to increasingly dizzy heights of invention and creativity.
“Nothing less than incandescent virtuosity for the duration of the show." The Scotsman
Tickets £13.50, meal deal £23.50
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EFDSS
June '08
Folk Stars Gather to Commemorate Vaughan Williams Anniversary
Luminaries of the folk world will gather at Cecil Sharp House in London, home of the English Folk Dance and Song Society, on Saturday 4th October to pay tribute to one of the most important figures in English music, Ralph Vaughan Williams.
RVW is a day-long commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the death of Ralph Vaughan Williams, featuring concerts, exhibitions, lectures, and appearances by folk legends including Shirley Collins and Eliza Carthy.
While Vaughan Williams' legacy as a composer is widely known, his contribution to preserving the nation's traditional music heritage is perhaps less celebrated outside of folk circles. He was responsible for collecting over 800 songs from traditional singers, and such tunes often found their way into his composed work. This collecting legacy was vital, as the songs collected by Vaughan Williams and his fellow composers formed the backbone of the English folk song revival.
The day's events will include two concerts: Vaughan Williams and Friends is an informal afternoon concert of songs collected by Vaughan Williams' contemporaries such as Percy Grainger and George Butterworth, which will be performed by Tim Van Eyken, Mary Humphreys and Anahata, Chris Coe and Katie Howson,
Jim Causley, and Sam Lee and Lauren McCormick.
Bushes and Briars is an evening concert featuring a soundscape journey through the song collecting of Vaughan Williams himself. There will be songs from Eliza Carthy, Jon Boden and Fay Hield, Lisa Knapp, Jim Causley and Jackie Oates, and Jim Moray. Shirley Collins will bring the story to life with narrative readings.
Between concerts there will be talks from Katie Howson, Shirley Collins and Mary Humphreys which explore Vaughan Williams' life and work, and exhibitions provided by the East Anglian Traditional Music Trust
and the Philharmonia Orchestra.
The day starts at 12 noon, with the evening concert starting at 8pm. Tickets are £20 (concessions £15) for the full day, or £15 (concessions £13) for the evening concert only. All profits will benefit the Vaughan Williams Memorial Library of the English Folk Dance and Song Society.
Tickets are available by phone on 020 7121 1100, on line at www.theplace.org.uk. Postal bookings should be sent to EFDSS at Cecil Sharp House.
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Brighton Early Music
Festval
June '08
To apply for workshop booking forms, join the mailing list or request a full brochure listing all the events(available during the summer) phone 01273 833746 or visit www.bremf.org.uk. Booking opens in August. Visit www.bremf.org.uk
LEWES ARMS FOLK CLUB WORKSHOPS 2008
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The workshops last a full Saturday or Sunday and the tutor performs at the club in the evening. Booking forms can be printed from the website.
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| 6th Sept | MARION BUTTON | Ballard forum |
| 20th Sept | Mary Humphreys & Anahata | Fenland tunes (any instrument) |
| 18th Oct | Coope Boyes & Simpson | Vocal harmony |
| 18th Oct | Georgina Boyes | Seminar on Wassails, Carols & Winter Customs (pm) |
| 25th Oct | John Kirkpatrick | Modes (any instrument) |
| 22nd Nov | Roy Clinging & Neil Brookes | Cheshire tunes (any instrument) |
| 6th Dec | Paul Hutchinson | Accordion |
| 6th Dec | Paul Sartin | Fiddle |
Valmai Goodyear 01273 476757
Website: http://www.lewesarmsfolkclub.org/
Lewes Arms Folk Club
www.members.aol.com/lewesarmsfolk/
Residents: Bryan Creer, Dave Earl, Sandra Goddard, Valmai Goodyear, Steve & Diane Nevill, George Oakley,
Robert O'Mahony, Derek Seed
Press ReleaseRVW is a day-long commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the death of Ralph Vaughan Williams, featuring concerts, exhibitions, lectures, and appearances by folk legends including Shirley Collins and Eliza Carthy.
LEWES ARMS FOLK CLUB Lewes Favourites tunes practice sessions 2007/8
These are a regular opportunity to practice tunes popular in local English sessions, whatever instrument you play, to whatever standard, and whether or not you read music. It's a chance to identify some of those tunes you recognise when you hear them but can't quite remember, to put the names to familiar tunes, and to play them over until you are sure of them. You can record the sessions. Admission is free.
You can download 180 of the tunes in Noteworthy Composer, ABC and midi form from the Lewes Arms Folk Club website www.members.aol.com/lewesarmsfolk : go to Links and then to Lewes Favourites.
The 'Lewes Favourites' tune book compiled by Andy Warburton contains background information and pictures as well. It is available from the contacts below or through the website, price £10 plus £1 p&p, by cheque payable to ‘Lewes Arms Folk Club’.
We meet in the Lewes Arms club-room, Mount Place, Lewes BN7 1YH from 8.00 p.m. onwards on the third Wednesday of every month, except in January and February.
2008 - Wednesdays except for January and February:
| January 15th (Tuesday) | February 12th (Tuesday) | March 19th |
| April 16th | May 21st | June 18th |
| July 16th | August 20th | September 17th |
| October 15th | November 19th | December 17th |
Bryan Creer 01323 505372
Valmai Goodyear 01273 476757
Lewes Arms Folk Club, Mount Place, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1YH
http://www.lewesarmsfolkclub.org/
Residents: Bryan Creer, Dave Earl, Sandra Goddard, Valmai Goodyear, Suzanne Higgins, Steve & Diane Nevill, George Oakley, Robert O'Mahony, Derek Seed23 June 2008While Vaughan Williams' legacy as a composer is widely known, his contribution to preserving the nation's traditional music heritage is perhaps less celebrated outside of folk circles. He was responsible for collecting over 800 songs from traditional singers, and such tunes often found their way into his composed work. This collecting legacy was vital, as the songs collected by Vaughan Williams and his fellow composers formed the backbone of the English folk song revival.
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