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10th
September Karen Tweed and Roger Wilson
we open the new season with an inspirational partnership of
mercurial accordionist Karen Tweed and the deeply powerful voice of
Roger Wilson uniquely accompanied on fiddle and guitar. Karen is known
for her work with The Kathryn Tickell Band and The Poozies
while Roger was a former member of the The House Band (much
missed!) He has also worked with Martin Carthy, and Kate
Rusby. Expect a rich mix of folk and contemporary music. It
promises to be an evening of beautiful music, friendly banter and fun £8/£7
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Monday 17th September Magpie
a rare chance to see these cracking singers and good instrumentalists on
tour from USA. Terry's wonderful voice is equally at home with jazz and
blues as with contemporary and trad folk and she plays harmonica,
mandolin, dulcimer and guitar. Greg is a fine finger-picking guitarist
and harmony singer. Their eclectic repertoire also covers environmental
issues and hard-hitting topical songs. Not to be missed. £8/£7
www.magpiemusic.com
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Monday
24th September Hans Theesink
An international blues treasure! Described by Bo
Diddley as 'one helluva guitarplayer', and influenced by the playing
of Leadbelly, Big Bill Broonzy and Brownie McGee, Hans
enjoys worldwide acclaim with invitations to all the major American and
European Blues music festivals. One of the world's pre-eminent country
blues picker with a warm baritone voice. £8/£7
www.theesink.com
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1st October Martin Carthy and Dave
Swarbrick
a welcome return by these two giants of the folk scene. Dave,
the famed fiddler, wit and raconteur from Fairport Convention
and Martin (MBE!) well-loved and influential guitarist and interpreter
of folk song from Waterson:Carthy, Brass Monkeys,
Steeleye Span and the Dad of Eliza! £10/£8
www.folkicons.co.uk/swarb
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8th October Last Night’s Fun
Folk music presented in a contemporary way, played with spirit,
wit and innovation. Vital and stimulating traditional music, tunes and
songs with uilleann pipes, concertina and guitar. Joined this year by
All-Britain and All-Ireland bodhran champion, Ciaran Boyle. Not to be
missed! £8/£7
www.lastnightsfun.com
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15th
October Kirsty McGee and Mat Martin
a welcome return by this superb singer/songwriter and her fine
accompanist, Mat Martin. She's had nominations for Best Newcomer and
Best Song at the BBC Folk Awards and has been regularly played on the
Bob Harris and Mike Harding shows on Radio 2. She has been
much-requested by our audience. £8/£7 www.
kirstymcgee.com
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22nd October The Expatriate Game
are Duck Baker (guitar), Maggie Boyle (voice/flute) and Ben Paley
(fiddle). Drawing on their common sources – the Irish and American
traditions – these three great performers have come together for a
musical celebration of the highest calibre. Duck Baker is a premier
American finger-style guitarist, Maggie is described as a 'divine trad
Irish singer and flautist' and Ben as 'just about the best folk fiddler
of his generation'. £8/£7
www.skinnymalinksmusic.co.uk
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29th
October Boo Hewerdine
A welcome return by this much-requested songwriter, singer
and guitarist. Known for his collaborations with top musicians
including Eddi Reader, and as producer of The Corrs he’s
also a superb solo artist whose song-writing is breathtaking and whose
sense of humour and stage presence are totally engaging. £8/£7
www.boohewerdine.net
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5th November Three Magpies
a new trio comprising Nancy Kerr and James Fagan, a sparkling duo
playing fiddle/viola and bouzouki (and winners of several BBC Folk
Awards) and Rob Harbron, concertina supremo who has appeared here before
with Dr. Faustus and The English Acoustic Collective.
Expect tunes and songs from some of the most engaging and accomplished
musicians on the scene. £8/£7
www.kerrfagan.com
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12th
November Chris While and Julie Matthews
breathtaking singers, songwriters,
musicians and performers , nominated for Best Song, Best Duo and Best
Live Act in the Folk Awards, last seen here with St Agnes Fountain.
Their songs are covered by many revered singers the world over but it is
their special musical partnership that really brings their songs to
life. £8/£7
www.whileandmatthews.co.uk
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19th
November Martin Simpson
How many different ways can you say
'brilliant guitarist','impassioned vocals', 'perfect arrangements' and
'impeccable taste'? It's all been said before about him and it's all
completely true! Winner of BBC Folk Awards, Musician and Album Of The
Year 2002 and Musician Of The Year 2004. £10/£8
www.MartinSimpson.com
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26th
November Clive Gregson
a popular re-booking for this world-renowned songwriter/performer seen
on tour with Boo Hewerdine, Eddi Reader and Nanci
Griffiths. Now resident in Nashville this brilliant singer and
guitarist has produced a steady stream of stunning albums and his songs
covered by such artists as Fairport Convention and Norma
Waterson. £8/£7
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3rd
December Rachel Unthank and The Winterset
A welcome return by this all-girl Northumbrian quartet who have courted
the mainstream without diluting their folk music, luring fans as
disparate as Phil Jupitus, Kate Rusby, Nic Jones
and Stuart Maconie. Fearless, peerless and wholeheartedly brave,
they do the North-East proud with the honesty and imagination they bring
to its traditions. Fiddle, cello, and piano provide the perfect
accompaniment. New CD launched at The Cambridge Folk Festival. £8/£7
www.rachelunthank.com
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10th December
Adrian Nation
returning to the venue he considers his spiritual home, this
talented local singer/songwriter makes a welcome return. Beautifully
melancholic songs, played with passion and heart-wrenching guitar
melodies £8/£7
www.adriannation.com
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17th December Christmas Barn Dance with
Itchy Feet and caller Elaine Barker.
The usual knees-up to celebrate the festive season. A fine band
with a caller to explain all the moves and the usual clog dancing
display from Annie's Fantasies and the inevitable mince pies! £8/£7
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