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Cambridge Folk Club

Programme

2008

'There are talented clubs and talented clubs – this is a club full of talent'- Paul McNamara, of duo Na Mara.

'We'd love to come back to your very friendly club' - Dave and Gay Reay, Galliard

4 January: Open Stage with Will Oldham and the Late Risers

The Late Risers play acoustic rockin' roots music - a mix of blues, rockabilly, country old mountain music and original songs, all played with a rock an'roll attitude. Local hero harp player Richard Keyes and songsmith Will Oldham, veterans of numerous pub and folk bands, are joined by clawhammer banjo player Michelina Craft, who's building a reputation as a hot picker, and bass man Jules Young, who really swings despite his classical training.

Entry: £4 (door), £2 (members), £1 (performers).


11 January: Showcase: Tom Conway, Kiss the Mistress and Anne L. Ryan

Like Tom Waits, John Prine and Randy Newman, Tom Conway combines eclectic guitar styles and witty, emotive lyrics. On this occasion Tom is joined by bassist Joel.

 

Kiss the Mistress are Ginny Davis (vocals, cello and fiddle) whom you may know from Strangeworld, John Ramirez (chromatic button accordion and melodeon) and the amazing Roy Jones (bodhran) for an energetic, atmospheric, goosebump-producing set of music from Celtic nations and further.

No stranger to the Folk Club, Anne L. Ryan performs in the company of Daphna Sadel on double bass, and Peter Shepherd on piano. Anne will sing something old, new, borrowed and blue with a couple of surprises thrown in for good measure.

Entry: £6 (door), £5 (advance), £4 (members).


The Bully Wee Band

18 th January: The Bully Wee Band

One of Britain's foremost exponents of acoustic folk rock music, the Bully Wee Band promise a rocking start to our New Year's programme. Originally formed in the early 1970s by Jim and John Yardley, the band continued touring successfully with different line-ups until 1983. Since Ian Cutler (electric violin and keyboards), Fergus Feely (vocals and cello mandolin) and Colin Reece (vocals and guitar) re-formed in 2004, the Band, with the addition of founder member Jim Yardley (vocals, mandolin and whistles), have had no trouble proving that they are still a force to be reckoned with, and in 2006 released their first album for over 25 years, 50 Channels Live , featuring new material and old favourites.

Entry: £10 (door), £9 (advance), £8 (members).

Support: Andrew Webster: Best known as both compere at the Cambridge Folk Festival and a fine local guitarist, he performs a new set of songs and instrumentals with an eclectic range of styles, from acoustic blues to jazz, country, tango and classical.


25 th January: John Kirkpatrick and Chris Parkinson, The Sultans of Squeeze.

John and Chris present a huge variety of music on every possible combination of their various squeeze-boxes. As well as traditional folk repertoire, these accomplished old hands also tackle military marches, French waltzes, nostalgic popular classics and signature tunes, blues, zydeco, jazz, rock and roll, and some pieces of their own, hurling themselves fearlessly into whatever genre they fancy, with some humour thrown in. It's a treat to hear them enjoying and exploring the endless possibilities that their instruments offer, displaying a relaxed confidence and a complete trust in each other's skill and ability.

Support: Carl and Leon Hogsden (vocals, guitar, bouzoki) produce refreshing interpretations of music that has developed from a respect for the old singers of their native East Sussex, but which also integrates contemporary rhythms.

Entry: £10 (door), £9 (advance), £8 (members).


1 February: Open Stage with Helen Penfold

Singer songwriter Helen Penfold, writes from the heart but the meanings of her songs aren't always as straight forward as they may seem – they may have a bit of a twist.

Entry: £4 (door), £2 (members), £1 (performers).


8 February: Jackie Oates and Jim Causley

Jackie Oates

Jackie Oates: Jackie is a fine young singer and fiddle player of English traditional music. Since her appearance as a finalist in the Radio 2 Young Folk Awards in 2003, her sensitive, lyrical interpretations of English ballads and songs have been building her a strong reputation within the tradition. She has performed with such well-known artists as Rachel Unthank and the Winterset, and supported Show of Hands. Her second CD, The Violet Hour, will soon be released on Phil Beer's new Chudleigh Roots label.

www.jackieoates.com

Jim Causley : Young Devon folk singer Jim Causley has become renowned for his warm, rich and mature singing voice, his natural gift for interpreting traditional song and his wry and cheeky stage presence. Nominated as best newcomer at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2006, he has already released two CDs, Fruits of the Earth (2005) and Lost Love Found (2007). Jim is also a member of the trio The Devil's Interval, has toured with Waterson-Carthy on their Frost and Fire Christmas tours, and has recently collaborated with John McCusker on the Cambridge Folk Festival commissioned project, ‘Under One Sky'.

www.jimcausley.co.uk

Support: Zoox are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind , percussion and voices . Be prepared for a fabulous array of instruments from contrabassoon to congas.

www.zoox.co.uk

Entry: £10 (door), £9 (advance), £8 (members).


15 February: Waking The Witch

Welcome back to Waking the Witch on this, their farewell tour. After five years on the road, and recording three CDs – Like Everybody , Hands and Bridges , and Boys from the Abattoir – together, the girls have decided that the time is now right to disband. Don't miss this final opportunity to catch Patsy Matheson, Jools Parker, Becky Mills and Rachel Goodwin's spell-binding harmonies and sparkling acoustic picking.

www.wakingthewitch.co.uk

Support: Martin Kaszak: Welcome back to guitarist and vocalist Martin whose wide-ranging set is influenced by Tommy Emmanuel, Ralph McTell, Jim Croce, Show of Hands and Blind Blake.

Entry: £10 (door), £9 (advance), £8 (members).


22 February: Open Stage with Andrew Noyes

Singer and geetarist Andrew Noyes performs a wide range of self penned songs. He may even slip in the odd poem when you're not looking.

Entry : £4 (door), £2 (members), £1 (performers).


29 February: Showcase: Lightning Jack, Rosie Eade and The Ouse Brothers

Lightning Jack: This popular local folk/rock band - Phil Utting-Brown (bass guitar and vocals), Lester Lloyd-Reason (guitar and vocals) Cliff Ward (violin, guitar, mandolin and vocals) and Ian Turner (percussion and vocals) – name The Pogues, The Waterboys and Led Zeppelin amongst their influences, but are now performing more original material than before.

www.myspace.com/lightningjackband

Rosie Eade: Rosie plays a mix of carefully chosen traditional songs and thoughtful, life inspired songs of her own, all arranged around her love of folk, folk-rock and her old nylon strung guitar.

www.myspace.com/rosieeade

The Ouse Brothers: Jim Gosney and Rick Sanders are so well-known around Cambridge for the powerful originality and soulfulness of their Cambridge delta blues that they hardly need any introduction.

Entry: £6 (door), £5 (advance), £4 (members).


7 March: Open Stage with Moses and The Ref

Moses and the Ref, Christine Connolley and Steve Last, perform folk songs both contemporary and from the tradition with voices which blend in superb harmony, either acappella or accompanied by Steve's guitar playing.

www.mosesandtheref.org.uk

Entry : £4 (door), £2 (members), £1 (performers).


Isambarde

14 March: Isambarde

Isambarde, with Chris's driving guitar, Jude's lyrical oboe, and Emily's incisive fiddle playing, are becoming more high profile than ever. They now have two CDs to their credit, Brunel's Kingdom and Barnstorming, have supported Phil Beer and Miranda Sykes, and Emily is about to record an EP with Phil Beer. They ‘sing and play with a fabulous energy and an amazing array of musical talents. Fiddle, guitar and oboe sustain their voices through a wonderful collection of tunes. We love their music.' Cloudstreet . www.isambarde.co.uk

This concert will take place at The Legends Bar, Cambridge City Football Ground, Milton Road, Cambridge CB4 1UY. For directions to the venue see: www.cambridgecityfc.com/afolder/Directions.shtml

Support: Barron Brady blend their distinctive voices together, weaving in and out of the rich harmony created by Simon's masterful guitar playing and Rosalind's harmonium and whistles. Their set includes fine interpretations of English folk song and superbly crafted self-written songs, with lyrics which draw on the stories, legends and folklore of the South West.

www.barronbrady.com

Entry: £9 (door), £8 (advance), £7 (members).


21 March: Closed (Good Friday)


28 March: The Crofters

The legendary Cambridge Crofters, with their distinctive brand of modern and traditional folk music, have been entertaining audiences since 1964.

Support: Dave Jenkins, whose traditional background mixes happily with his modern, self-penned compositions reflecting life and love.

Entry: £7 (door), £6 (advance), £5 (members).


4 April: Liz Simcock

A great singer-songwriter familiar to many of you, who acknowledges the influences of Christine Collister, Eddi Reader and Nancy Griffith, Liz is a talent in very much her own right. Enjoy her relaxed, endearing stage presence. Liz will be accompanied by Ian Newman and Warwick Jones.

 

Support: David Stevenson: A regular performer at the Cambridge Folk Club, David has produced a series of strong, melodic, guitar-based songs, with an emphasis on first-person historical narrative including the outstanding Great War Trilogy and the epic of migration, The Last of England.

www.david-stevenson-music.co.uk

Entry : £8 (door), £7 (advance), £6 (members).


11 April: Open Stage with George Horler

Another chance to come along and play, or to listen to talented local musicians. George Horler will be performing in the 30 minute spot for the first time.

Entry: £4 (door), £2 (members), £1 (performers).


18 April: Graham Robins and James Litherland

Graham is a powerful and emotive singer - songwriter with a career spanning four decades. His heart and love of performing is still as young as yesterday, and his passionate and heartfelt songs and material are drawn from years of experience with influences crossing musical borders. Graham is accompanied this evening by singer guitarist James Litherland.

www.themodestmusicgroup.com/pages/artists/graham_robins.php

Support: Redhouse: Redhouse are six! The original duo of Amanda Hall and Richard Wildman now have bass, accordion, fiddle and backing vocals to give their mix of original, traditional and roots gems a big sound and a bigger heart.

www.redhouseduo.com

Entry : £8 (door), £7 (advance), £6 (members).


Mike Silver

25 April: Mike Silver

Mike Silver's songs are of longing, love and loss, perceptive and thoughtful, with haunting melodies and heart stopping lyrics. With a voice that is as warm and inviting as the fire in the fireplace on a cold winter's night, Mike is an outstanding treasure amidst the crowd.

www.mikesilver.co.uk

Support: Kramer: From Holland, Kramer who are Rob de Jong (guitars), Jeroen Vriend (bass and vocals), Harald Veenker (drums), Marc Besselink (vocals and keyboards) have just released a new CD, “Life Cycle”.

www.kramer-music.nl

Entry: £10 (door), £9 (advance), £8 (members)


2 May Open Stage with  Les Ray.
Another chance to play on our Open Stage, and join singer and guitarist Les on his musical journey from the dust bowl to the West Coast, from these shores to Italy and Latin America, which might even include some songs of his own.

Entry: £4 (door), £2 (members), £1 (performers).


9 May Landermason and The Floozies:

The Club presents one of its occasional joint nights, as we welcome back the duo Landermason and local band The Floozies.
Landermason are Fiona Lander (multi-instrumentalist and vocalist) and Paul Mason (guitarist extraordinaire) whose new album The Reason skilfully encompasses both the folk and jazz genres, taking the traditional music of the North East to a space of its own.  “A sparky, supremely confident statement, this is one for the connoisseur.” - Living Tradition.
www.landermason.com

The Floozies are Daisy Windsor (guitar and vocals), Paula Welham (sax and flute) and Sue Szymanski (bodhran and ethnic percussion) whose original acoustic music, played on an unusual collection of instruments, is complimented by beautiful harmonies.  “A real breath of fresh air on the roots scene.” Stephen Foster, BBC Radio Suffolk.
www.thefloozies.co.uk


Entry: £9 (door), £8 (advance), £7 (members).Ticket


16 May Showcase: Na Mara, Samantha Marais and Robert Brown

Na Mara: Paul McNamara (guitar and vocals) and Rob Garcia (guitar and mandolin) have an ever-expanding repertoire from lively arrangements of Irish fiddle tunes to poignant songs and ballads for voice, guitar and mandolin. When they played for us in February, we were privileged to hear the first public outing of their new song Solo Por Tres Meses, so we know there will be more excellent music this evening.
www.na-mara.com

Samantha Marais: New to the Club is the fresh young talent of Samantha, who delivers her exotic music, unusual imagery and anachronistic melodies with the innocence of a previous age. “Lighter than a Malteser in a flotation tank, Marais’ ethereal vocals (have) weightless, simple beauty.” - New Musical Express. 
www.myspace.com/samanthamarais www.samanthamarais.com

Robert Brown
With his unique style and presence, Robert delivers a wealth of styles and emotions throughout the roots spectrum, drawing on folk, blues and jazz. Don’t miss this chance to hear this long-standing friend of the Club’s driving, emotional delivery of songs that make you think.
www.robert-brown.info

Entry £6 (door), £5 (advance), £4 (members).Ticket


chilli fingers

23 May Steve Lockwood
Local harmonica wizard Steve, and rock, blues, slide and ragtime guitarist Chris Newman are the duo Hot Lips and Chilli Fingers. They will take you on a seamless roller coaster ride through traditional music, presenting an eclectic mix of original and cover songs from the last 80 years. Expect some spice!
www.steve.ms 
www.chrisnewmangrooves.com

Support: Tony Clark and Karen Johnson. The charismatic combination of accomplished solo performers Karen (vocals) and Tony (guitar) delivers powerful and intimate arrangements of songs traditional and modern.

Entry £8 (door), £7 (advance), £6 (members)Ticket

30 May Tanglefoot

Al Parrish (double bass), Rob Ritchie (piano), Steve Ritchie (acoustic guitar), Terry Young (guitar, mandolin, five string banjo and harmonica) and Sandra Swannell (violin and viola) are the thunderous band Tanglefoot. Expect sets with rampaging energy, superb musicianship, breathtaking vocal harmonies and engrossing story-songs with hints of Celtic, French-Canadian and English influences. “A full-throated, multi-instrumental road of exuberance and delight.” Toronto Star.
www.tanglefootmusic.com

tanglefoot

Support: Jade: This Cambridge singer songwriter combines an impassioned voice and ambient style; her musical influences include Kate Bush, Massive Attack, Jeff Buckley and Bjork. “Haunting melodies and vocals.” - Acoustic Stage.
www.myspace.com/jaderhiannon

Entry £12 (door), £11 (advance), £10 (members).Ticket


Coming Up

13 June: Cloudstreet

27 June: Kerfuffle

12th September: Uiscedwr


Watch this website for further details!

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