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🄵🅆 magazine
Herefordshire & Worcestershire
Folklife members' folk news & online Directory, printed pages 34-40
Copies of pages from FW, Folklife West print magazine (News from Folklife members)
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Centre: South-West Herefordshire Correspondents. John & Jane Baxter,"Tales from under Black Hill" . Page-header & left: Longtown Wassail ©John & Jane.
Above: Somers Traditional FC, Worcester © Roger Tyler |
Prince of Wales, Ledbury, from FQ52 cover © Eden Tanner 2017
The Fleece, Bretforton, near Evesham; left photo © J K Simmons 2006; "Worcestershire Folklife' project, for which we received a grant (an exhausting process, after which we resolved never to apply for another grant!)
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Homend Poets & Musicians, Ledbury,
photo collage © copyright Liz Johnson, December 2017 |
Top: String Box Below: Colin Pitts
Right: Mike Weaver; The Night Watch
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Appleyard Ladies Traditional Dancers
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Ledbury Morris
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Here's a form for our free emailed newsletter (monthly-ish) -- or -- just email sam@folklife.uk with the same details. And info about joining Folklife, paid-for magazine (52-60 A4 pages), posted or PDF; your news & Directory listings. |
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A form for our free emailed newsletter (monthly-ish) -- or -- just email sam@folklife.uk with the same details.
This is useful for you, with Updates for News, Directory, & Folklife Traditions (& deadline reminders).
So we spend less time on admin/emails = more time for magazine & website. And know how many read this, & where, and so resource appropriately!
This is useful for you, with Updates for News, Directory, & Folklife Traditions (& deadline reminders).
So we spend less time on admin/emails = more time for magazine & website. And know how many read this, & where, and so resource appropriately!
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FOLKLIFE MEMBERSHIP (FOR DETAILS, CLICK TO OPEN)
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Folklife Membership for Folklife West magazine, folk news & Folklife Traditions pages, post, or pdf via WeTransfer.
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Back issues: 3 issues for 2021, £14 for the 3 issues (Jan. & May had Folklife Traditions Journal articles only, no folk news).
∆ Your publicity: your news in FW, and listings for online Directory (with summary in FW) -- we can draft, for you to amend.
Here's our HEREFS & WORCS online DIRECTORY . . . before the printed NEWS (copied below)
The first box contains the 1-line SUMMARY LIST, as printed in FW.
then INDEX AND LAYOUT;
then the online-only FULLY DETAILED LISTINGS, under 1. VENUES. 2. PERFORMERS. 3. MEDIA. 4. SERVICES. 5. WORKSHOP PROVIDERS.
See also "UPDATES webpage" , includes our latest FOLKLIFE NEWSLETTER and any further updates
The first box contains the 1-line SUMMARY LIST, as printed in FW.
then INDEX AND LAYOUT;
then the online-only FULLY DETAILED LISTINGS, under 1. VENUES. 2. PERFORMERS. 3. MEDIA. 4. SERVICES. 5. WORKSHOP PROVIDERS.
See also "UPDATES webpage" , includes our latest FOLKLIFE NEWSLETTER and any further updates
SUMMARY LIST OF OUR MEMBERS, AS PRINTED IN FOLKLIFE WEST MAGAZINE ( CLICK TO OPEN )
THIS PRINT SUMMARY IS INCLUDED IN NEWS PDF DOWNL0AD (BELOW)
CORRECTION: ADD
Monthly Fri Herefs BROMYARD FOLK AT THE FALCON https://folkatthefalcon.com Roger Pugh 01885 483425
CORRECTION: ADD
Monthly Fri Herefs BROMYARD FOLK AT THE FALCON https://folkatthefalcon.com Roger Pugh 01885 483425
INDEX (CATEGORIES THAT WE USE) -- AND -- LAYOUT FOR YOUR ENTRIES
We can help - Folklife Members, email your details (see examples below) and we'll draft new entries for you to approve or change.
The 1st line / summary appears in print, every issue, in Folklife West. It's up to you as to what include or leave out, after " County---NAME"
INDEX - click on a category line, eg LIST 3: FOLK MEDIA <M>, for a drop-down list of catgeories. Feel free to suggest others!
The 1st line / summary appears in print, every issue, in Folklife West. It's up to you as to what include or leave out, after " County---NAME"
- County NAME website [links will be in blue] Contact name Contact phone
- ⇒ or ⌂ Contact details other than name/phone in 1st line. Emails: we will put <at> for @, to avoid spam
- ⊕ Up to 40 words more details.
- For Venues the layout is different - see under 1. VENUES
INDEX - click on a category line, eg LIST 3: FOLK MEDIA <M>, for a drop-down list of catgeories. Feel free to suggest others!
LIST 2: FOLK PERFORMERS --- MUSIC & SONG <PF.1>
Pf.1a Music/Song - Bands/Groups
Pf.1b Music/Song - Duos
Pf.1c Music/Song - Solo
Pf.1d Choirs & Quires (and see List 5)
Pf.1e Community & Street Bands
Pf.1f Shanty Groups, Duos, & Solo
Pf.1b Music/Song - Duos
Pf.1c Music/Song - Solo
Pf.1d Choirs & Quires (and see List 5)
Pf.1e Community & Street Bands
Pf.1f Shanty Groups, Duos, & Solo
LIST 2: FOLK PERFORMERS --- DANCE <PF.2>
Pf.2a Folk Dance Callers
Pf.2b Folk Dance Bands
Pf.2c Ceremonial & Display (Clog, Morris, Sword)
Pf.2b Folk Dance Bands
Pf.2c Ceremonial & Display (Clog, Morris, Sword)
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* Martyn Wyndham-Read * Keith Gregson * Linn Phipps * Steve Turner
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LIST 2: FOLK PERFORMERS --- SPOKEN WORD <PF.3>
Pf.3a Folk Shows,Theatre, Mummers
Pf.3b Poetry & Monologuists
Pf.3c Storytellers
Pf.3b Poetry & Monologuists
Pf.3c Storytellers
LIST 3: FOLK MEDIA <M.>
M.1 Online Folk Magazines & Listings
M.2 Printed Folk Magazines & Listings
M.3 Folk Radio
M.2 Printed Folk Magazines & Listings
M.3 Folk Radio
LIST 4: FOLK SERVICES <S.>
S.1 Folk Journalists
S.2 Agents, Managers, Promoters, MCs and Stage Management
S.3 Technical: PA & Sound Hire, Engineers, Studios
S.4 Website Design and Services
S.5 Print, Design, Illustration
S.6 Crafts and Makers
S.7 Shops & other sales
S.8 Tourist Information Centres
S.2 Agents, Managers, Promoters, MCs and Stage Management
S.3 Technical: PA & Sound Hire, Engineers, Studios
S.4 Website Design and Services
S.5 Print, Design, Illustration
S.6 Crafts and Makers
S.7 Shops & other sales
S.8 Tourist Information Centres
LIST 5: WORKSHOP PROVIDERS & WORKSHOP SERIES <W.>
W.1 Workshop Providers --- Study Centres, Folk Teachers, Tutors, Development Workers, Workshop Organisers
W.2 Members’ Continuing (longer-term) Workshop Series (eg termtime)
<> For 1-off workshops (whether 1 day or 1 week), see our FESTIVALS & WORKSHOPS DIARY webpage
W.2 Members’ Continuing (longer-term) Workshop Series (eg termtime)
<> For 1-off workshops (whether 1 day or 1 week), see our FESTIVALS & WORKSHOPS DIARY webpage
1. VENUES. • CLUBS • CONCERTS • SINGAROUNDS • SESSIONS (SONG, MUSIC, POETRY) • STORYTELLING •
• DANCE CLUBS & CEILIDH SERIES. ∞ FOR ZOOM SESSIONS, SEE ⎈ ZOOM LIST WEBPAGE
• DANCE CLUBS & CEILIDH SERIES. ∞ FOR ZOOM SESSIONS, SEE ⎈ ZOOM LIST WEBPAGE
Prince of Wales, Ledbury, from FQ52 cover © copyright Eden Tanner 2017
Somers Traditional FC, Worcester © Roger Tyler
Right: Homend Poets & Musicians, Ledbury, photo collage © copyright Liz Johnson, December 2017 |
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The Fleece, Bretforton, near Evesham (left & middle photos); left photo © copyright 2006, J K Simmons; from our "Worcestershire Folklife' project, for which we received a grant (an exhausting process, after which we resolved never to apply for another grant!)
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Clubs • Concerts • Singarounds • Sesssions (Song, Music, Poetry) • Storytelling • Dance Clubs & Ceilidh Series.
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Day Varies Worcs BRETFORTON FLEECEY FOLK www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Fleece Inn 01386 831173
→ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. Sep-May
⇒ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
⊕ Fleecey Folk, a regular folk concert night every third Sunday (Sept to May). [2017 Feb, changed to Day Varies]
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Weekly Mon Worcs WORCESTER DRAGON INN SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
→ Dragon Inn (01905 25845), 51 The Tything, Worcester WR1 1JT (A38 north from city).
⇒ mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
⊕ Mainly but not exclusively Irish. [2017 Oct, temporary move from Lamb & Flag; now permanent]
1st Mon Worcs WYRE PIDDLE WYRE PIDDLE SINGAROUND (no website) Frank Jolley 07482 625877
→ Anchor Inn (01386 556059) Wyre Piddle, near Pershore, Worcs WR10 2JB. 1st Mon, 7pm.
⇒ martin001745<at>gmail.com
⊕ The Wyre Piddle session has restarted at a new venue, and now meets on the first Monday of every month, from 7 pm to 10 pm. Everyone welcome. For up-to-date info, please always check with Frank Jolley on 07482 625877. [new venue, Nov 2021]
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3rd Tue Herefds LONGTOWN CROWN INN FOLK EVENINGS http://blackhilltales.blogspot.com John/Jane Baxter 01981 510388
→ The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 8pm. Meals & accommodation, campsite nearby.
⇒ John and Jane Baxter e-mail john.baxter87<at>virgin.net, or ring Folk Evenings contact John Biggs 01981510629
⊕ All singers and musicians will be made very welcome at this singaround session (pub meals & accommodation, campsite nearby). Other venues are used for additional sessions. Register for our Newsletter via e-mail above or go to Blackhilltales link above.
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1st Tue Worcs WORCESTER CARDINAL’S HAT SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
⇒ pub website http://the-cardinals-hat.co.uk Pub phone 01905 724006. Or contact Pauline Molloy: paulinamolloy(at)gmail.com [FQ 2017 Jan]
2nd Tue Worcs WORCESTER FARRIERS ARMS SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
→ 8.30pm - 11pm, all year.
⇒ pub website look for this pub on Facebook Pub phone 01905 27569. Or contact Pat Heslip: patheslip(at)hotmail.com [FQ 2017 Jan]
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Wkly Wed Herefds LEDBURY PRINCE OF WALES SESSION [pub website] www.powledbury.com/page6.html John Burton 01531 630159
→ Prince of Wales (01531 632250), Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DL. Starts around 9pm.
⊕ This acoustic session is now in its 23rd year. We have mainly folk songs and music, with some blues, but anything goes. Always enjoyable, with a relaxed atmosphere - aided by some of the best beer in the region. [new Member 11/2016]
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3rd Wed Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE CELTIC SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Nigel Smith 01386 831173
→ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. Approximately 8.30pm start.
⇒ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. nigel<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
⊕ Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly traditional Celtic folk (music & song). Food available. Excellent beer!
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Weekly Thu Herefs MUCH DEWCHURCH BLACK SWAN SESSION [no pub or session website] Bob Chance 01981 540725
→ Black Swan (01981 540295), B4348, Much Dewchurch, Hereford HR2 8DJ
⇒ Bob Chance, 01981 540725, r.h.t.c(at)hotmail.co.uk
⊕ Thursday night is folk night in possibly the oldest pub in Herefordshire, delightful, welcoming 15th century heavily-beamed village inn. Home-prepared, mainly locally-sourced food, guest beers typically from regional breweries, draught perry and cider. [new member 18/1/20]
1st Thurs 1.30pm Herefds LONGTOWN BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB www.sesiwn.com/sesiwn/ClwbAlaw/BlackHil.html Judy Mabe 01432 263495
→ The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 1.30 until 4pm
⌂ contact as above; email judy.mabe<at>gmail.com
⊕ We meet from 1.30 until 4pm on the first Thursday, and play traditional European and American music. (various details revised, July 2019)
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Wkly Thu Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Nigel Smith 01386 831173
→ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. 8.45pm, all year
⇒ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. nigel<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
⊕ Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly but not solely, traditional English folk. Food available. Excellent beer!
2nd+Last Thu Worcs BROMSGROVE BROMSGROVE FOLK CLUB www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk Bob Bignell 0121 476 5938
→ Catshill Club (01527 833227), 13 Meadow Road, Catshill, Bromsgrove B61 0JJ. 8.15pm
⇒ Bob Bignell. Mob: 07828 716842. bobcynfolk<at>aol.com
⊕ We book artists who entertain, the best on from this country and beyond. In addition, regular “Singin’ and Suppin” nights when
we entertain ourselves, well attended, such is the standard. Held in a large comfortable room with a bar.
Ftntly Thu Worcs MALVERN TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION Ir/Sc. www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
→ The Wyche Inn (01684 575396), 74 Wyche Road, Malvern WR14 4EQ. 8.30pm.
⌂ Or contact Paul Hawes: paulmhawes<at>gmail.com
⊕ Traditional music session. Come along for the best in Irish and Scottish music. Musicians welcome, or just come along to listen. [2017 Apr , venue changed]
1st Thu, daytime Worcs REDDITCH MOUNTAIN DULCIMER Practice Sessions http://dulcimer.org.uk Sally Whytehead 01527 64229
→ Sally's home in Redditch. B97 4PD. Please contact Sally for directions, 11.00 - 15:00. (please check)
⇒ Sally Whytehead, 01527 64229. sally.whytehead<at>gmail.com
⊕ Mountain Dulcimer informal get together where you can learn to play and learn new repertoire, with bring and share lunch. Some instruments available for loan. Please contact Sally before attending for the first time. Free. [2019 Dec, sessions name retitled]
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Monthly Fri Herefs BROMYARD FOLK AT THE FALCON https://folkatthefalcon.com Roger Pugh 01885 483425
→ Falcon Hotel, High St, Bromyard HR7 4BT.
⇒ e-mail: pugh<at>live.co.uk Landline: 01885 483425 Mob: 07779 694615 www.facebook.com/folkatthefalcon
⊕ Folk at the Falcon is a recently established folk and acoustic music evening which takes place in the atmospheric setting of the Falcon Mews. The Team bring you a selection of excellent local and national artists, monthly on a Friday. [new member 19/7/21]
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Wkly Fri Worcs WORCESTER SOMERS TRAD. FOLK CLUB www.somers-folk-club.org.uk Sam/Eleanor 01684 561378
→ Bishop Allenby Hall (Streetmap), St. Stephen's Church - parking in churchyard, hall is to side of church. St. Stephen's Street, via A449, Worcester WR3 7HS. (aerial_view) 8.15pm, all year.
⇒ Phone: Sam/Eleanor, 01684 561378. Email: Chris, info<at>somers-folk-club.org.uk
⊕ “A place where traditional song is at home”. Mostly songs; choruses start 1st Fridays; singers’ nights every Friday, all welcome. Visitors £2, but your 1st visit is free! We also have occasional Saturday specials (Member-only) free to regulars. [new venue, new times, 2017 Dec]
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1st Sat Worcs ALVECHURCH ALVECHURCH FRENCH DANCE & MUSIC www.tradartsteam.co.uk Trad. Arts Team
→ Alvechurch Village Hall, Worcs B48 7JX, 2.30pm - 5pm
⇒ Traditional Arts Team, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU,
email alvechurchfrenchdance<at>gmail.com, website www.tradartsteam.co.uk/French-dance.html
⊕ Monthly traditional dance events. Come and enjoy a variety of traditional French dances, bourrées, polkas, mazurkas, valses, Breton, etc. All abilities of dancer and musician welcome, please bring £2 towards the cost of the hall. Please bring your own refreshments. [2019 Nov, new listing]
4th Sat Worcs BRANSFORD FOLK AT THE FOLD www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk Eric+Eileen Payne 01886 880061
→ The Fold, A4103 Worcester to Hereford Rd, Bransford, Worcestershire, WR6 5JB. 8.30pm
⇒ 24 Huntingdon, Cradley, Near Malvern, Worcs WR13 5JZ eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Be heard! come and sing, play, tell a story or poem - or just enjoy listening! Beautiful half-timbered surroundings with lovely acoustics. Entrance £2. Bring your own drinks and a smile! ‘Folk’ - as individual as you are. All welcome!
2nd Sat, + occ. other Worcs PERSHORE FOYER FOLK www.number8.org Box Office 01386 555488
→ Number 8, High Street, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 1BG, 8pm
⇒ General Office 01386 555028, email enquiries<at>number8.org
⊕ Number 8’s folk night in The Foyer are on second Saturdays (occasional variations - please check before travelling) showcasing bands and performers from the local area and from further afield. Admission prices vary, from as little as £4. Details www.number8.org [new Member, 2018 Oct]
1st,3rd Sat Worcs REDDITCH REDDITCH FOLK CLUB (no website) Dave James 07795 022779
→/ ⇒ 89 Salford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire B98 7UL, 8pm. For more details: Dave James, dave.james8<at>gmail.com, 07795 022779
⊕ The Club will now be held at the above address. Tea and coffee will be available on the house, please bring your own alcohol. It will be nice to see you, all are welcome: singers, poets, story-tellers, and listeners. [FQ 2017 Jan - was Alcester & Redditch FC in Alcester, Warks]
2nd Sat Worcs RUSHWICK RUSHWICK FOLK CLUB https://rushwickfolkclub.wixsite.com/home Derek Lovell 01299 824908
→ Rushwick Village Hall, Rushwick, near Worcester. 8.00pm.
⇒ derek.lovell<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Singers’ nights, £2 admission, all year. Please bring your own beer. Tea/coffee available during break. [new website, 2017 Jan]
- We can help - Folklife Members, email your details (see examples below) and we'll draft new entries for you to approve or change.
- The 1st line / summary appears in print, every issue, in Folklife West.
- It's up to you as to what you wish to include or leave out, after " How often---Day--County---TOWN---CLUB/VENUE NAME"
- How often [e.g. Wkly, 1st] Day County TOWN CLUB/VENUE NAME website [links will be in blue] Contact name Contact phone
- → Venue address/phone. Start time. Frequency e.g. term-time, all year.
- ⇒ or ⌂ Contact details other than name/phone in 1st line. Emails: we will put <at> for @, to avoid spam
- ⊕ Up to 40 words more details.
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Day Varies Worcs BRETFORTON FLEECEY FOLK www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Fleece Inn 01386 831173
→ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. Sep-May
⇒ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. info<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
⊕ Fleecey Folk, a regular folk concert night every third Sunday (Sept to May). [2017 Feb, changed to Day Varies]
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Weekly Mon Worcs WORCESTER DRAGON INN SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
→ Dragon Inn (01905 25845), 51 The Tything, Worcester WR1 1JT (A38 north from city).
⇒ mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
⊕ Mainly but not exclusively Irish. [2017 Oct, temporary move from Lamb & Flag; now permanent]
1st Mon Worcs WYRE PIDDLE WYRE PIDDLE SINGAROUND (no website) Frank Jolley 07482 625877
→ Anchor Inn (01386 556059) Wyre Piddle, near Pershore, Worcs WR10 2JB. 1st Mon, 7pm.
⇒ martin001745<at>gmail.com
⊕ The Wyre Piddle session has restarted at a new venue, and now meets on the first Monday of every month, from 7 pm to 10 pm. Everyone welcome. For up-to-date info, please always check with Frank Jolley on 07482 625877. [new venue, Nov 2021]
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3rd Tue Herefds LONGTOWN CROWN INN FOLK EVENINGS http://blackhilltales.blogspot.com John/Jane Baxter 01981 510388
→ The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 8pm. Meals & accommodation, campsite nearby.
⇒ John and Jane Baxter e-mail john.baxter87<at>virgin.net, or ring Folk Evenings contact John Biggs 01981510629
⊕ All singers and musicians will be made very welcome at this singaround session (pub meals & accommodation, campsite nearby). Other venues are used for additional sessions. Register for our Newsletter via e-mail above or go to Blackhilltales link above.
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1st Tue Worcs WORCESTER CARDINAL’S HAT SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
⇒ pub website http://the-cardinals-hat.co.uk Pub phone 01905 724006. Or contact Pauline Molloy: paulinamolloy(at)gmail.com [FQ 2017 Jan]
2nd Tue Worcs WORCESTER FARRIERS ARMS SESSION www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
→ 8.30pm - 11pm, all year.
⇒ pub website look for this pub on Facebook Pub phone 01905 27569. Or contact Pat Heslip: patheslip(at)hotmail.com [FQ 2017 Jan]
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Wkly Wed Herefds LEDBURY PRINCE OF WALES SESSION [pub website] www.powledbury.com/page6.html John Burton 01531 630159
→ Prince of Wales (01531 632250), Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DL. Starts around 9pm.
⊕ This acoustic session is now in its 23rd year. We have mainly folk songs and music, with some blues, but anything goes. Always enjoyable, with a relaxed atmosphere - aided by some of the best beer in the region. [new Member 11/2016]
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3rd Wed Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE CELTIC SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Nigel Smith 01386 831173
→ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. Approximately 8.30pm start.
⇒ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. nigel<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
⊕ Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly traditional Celtic folk (music & song). Food available. Excellent beer!
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Weekly Thu Herefs MUCH DEWCHURCH BLACK SWAN SESSION [no pub or session website] Bob Chance 01981 540725
→ Black Swan (01981 540295), B4348, Much Dewchurch, Hereford HR2 8DJ
⇒ Bob Chance, 01981 540725, r.h.t.c(at)hotmail.co.uk
⊕ Thursday night is folk night in possibly the oldest pub in Herefordshire, delightful, welcoming 15th century heavily-beamed village inn. Home-prepared, mainly locally-sourced food, guest beers typically from regional breweries, draught perry and cider. [new member 18/1/20]
1st Thurs 1.30pm Herefds LONGTOWN BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB www.sesiwn.com/sesiwn/ClwbAlaw/BlackHil.html Judy Mabe 01432 263495
→ The Crown Inn (01873 860217), Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0LT, 1.30 until 4pm
⌂ contact as above; email judy.mabe<at>gmail.com
⊕ We meet from 1.30 until 4pm on the first Thursday, and play traditional European and American music. (various details revised, July 2019)
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Wkly Thu Worcs BRETFORTON The FLEECE SESSION www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Nigel Smith 01386 831173
→ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham. Historic National Trust pub. 8.45pm, all year
⇒ The Cross, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcs WR11 7JE. nigel<at>thefleeceinn.co.uk
⊕ Very characterful and friendly venue. Musicians and audience welcome, mostly but not solely, traditional English folk. Food available. Excellent beer!
2nd+Last Thu Worcs BROMSGROVE BROMSGROVE FOLK CLUB www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk Bob Bignell 0121 476 5938
→ Catshill Club (01527 833227), 13 Meadow Road, Catshill, Bromsgrove B61 0JJ. 8.15pm
⇒ Bob Bignell. Mob: 07828 716842. bobcynfolk<at>aol.com
⊕ We book artists who entertain, the best on from this country and beyond. In addition, regular “Singin’ and Suppin” nights when
we entertain ourselves, well attended, such is the standard. Held in a large comfortable room with a bar.
Ftntly Thu Worcs MALVERN TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION Ir/Sc. www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
→ The Wyche Inn (01684 575396), 74 Wyche Road, Malvern WR14 4EQ. 8.30pm.
⌂ Or contact Paul Hawes: paulmhawes<at>gmail.com
⊕ Traditional music session. Come along for the best in Irish and Scottish music. Musicians welcome, or just come along to listen. [2017 Apr , venue changed]
1st Thu, daytime Worcs REDDITCH MOUNTAIN DULCIMER Practice Sessions http://dulcimer.org.uk Sally Whytehead 01527 64229
→ Sally's home in Redditch. B97 4PD. Please contact Sally for directions, 11.00 - 15:00. (please check)
⇒ Sally Whytehead, 01527 64229. sally.whytehead<at>gmail.com
⊕ Mountain Dulcimer informal get together where you can learn to play and learn new repertoire, with bring and share lunch. Some instruments available for loan. Please contact Sally before attending for the first time. Free. [2019 Dec, sessions name retitled]
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Monthly Fri Herefs BROMYARD FOLK AT THE FALCON https://folkatthefalcon.com Roger Pugh 01885 483425
→ Falcon Hotel, High St, Bromyard HR7 4BT.
⇒ e-mail: pugh<at>live.co.uk Landline: 01885 483425 Mob: 07779 694615 www.facebook.com/folkatthefalcon
⊕ Folk at the Falcon is a recently established folk and acoustic music evening which takes place in the atmospheric setting of the Falcon Mews. The Team bring you a selection of excellent local and national artists, monthly on a Friday. [new member 19/7/21]
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Wkly Fri Worcs WORCESTER SOMERS TRAD. FOLK CLUB www.somers-folk-club.org.uk Sam/Eleanor 01684 561378
→ Bishop Allenby Hall (Streetmap), St. Stephen's Church - parking in churchyard, hall is to side of church. St. Stephen's Street, via A449, Worcester WR3 7HS. (aerial_view) 8.15pm, all year.
⇒ Phone: Sam/Eleanor, 01684 561378. Email: Chris, info<at>somers-folk-club.org.uk
⊕ “A place where traditional song is at home”. Mostly songs; choruses start 1st Fridays; singers’ nights every Friday, all welcome. Visitors £2, but your 1st visit is free! We also have occasional Saturday specials (Member-only) free to regulars. [new venue, new times, 2017 Dec]
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1st Sat Worcs ALVECHURCH ALVECHURCH FRENCH DANCE & MUSIC www.tradartsteam.co.uk Trad. Arts Team
→ Alvechurch Village Hall, Worcs B48 7JX, 2.30pm - 5pm
⇒ Traditional Arts Team, 19 Springfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DU,
email alvechurchfrenchdance<at>gmail.com, website www.tradartsteam.co.uk/French-dance.html
⊕ Monthly traditional dance events. Come and enjoy a variety of traditional French dances, bourrées, polkas, mazurkas, valses, Breton, etc. All abilities of dancer and musician welcome, please bring £2 towards the cost of the hall. Please bring your own refreshments. [2019 Nov, new listing]
4th Sat Worcs BRANSFORD FOLK AT THE FOLD www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk Eric+Eileen Payne 01886 880061
→ The Fold, A4103 Worcester to Hereford Rd, Bransford, Worcestershire, WR6 5JB. 8.30pm
⇒ 24 Huntingdon, Cradley, Near Malvern, Worcs WR13 5JZ eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Be heard! come and sing, play, tell a story or poem - or just enjoy listening! Beautiful half-timbered surroundings with lovely acoustics. Entrance £2. Bring your own drinks and a smile! ‘Folk’ - as individual as you are. All welcome!
2nd Sat, + occ. other Worcs PERSHORE FOYER FOLK www.number8.org Box Office 01386 555488
→ Number 8, High Street, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 1BG, 8pm
⇒ General Office 01386 555028, email enquiries<at>number8.org
⊕ Number 8’s folk night in The Foyer are on second Saturdays (occasional variations - please check before travelling) showcasing bands and performers from the local area and from further afield. Admission prices vary, from as little as £4. Details www.number8.org [new Member, 2018 Oct]
1st,3rd Sat Worcs REDDITCH REDDITCH FOLK CLUB (no website) Dave James 07795 022779
→/ ⇒ 89 Salford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire B98 7UL, 8pm. For more details: Dave James, dave.james8<at>gmail.com, 07795 022779
⊕ The Club will now be held at the above address. Tea and coffee will be available on the house, please bring your own alcohol. It will be nice to see you, all are welcome: singers, poets, story-tellers, and listeners. [FQ 2017 Jan - was Alcester & Redditch FC in Alcester, Warks]
2nd Sat Worcs RUSHWICK RUSHWICK FOLK CLUB https://rushwickfolkclub.wixsite.com/home Derek Lovell 01299 824908
→ Rushwick Village Hall, Rushwick, near Worcester. 8.00pm.
⇒ derek.lovell<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Singers’ nights, £2 admission, all year. Please bring your own beer. Tea/coffee available during break. [new website, 2017 Jan]
2. Performers MUSIC & SONG, dance, spoken word
Performers. Many performers travel across the country; so we give the home county just for info
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Pf.1a-1c = general: Group, Duo, Solo • Pf.1d-1f = specific: eg Community Bands; Shanties
Pf.1a Folk Music & Song - Bands / Groups - sorted by first name
Worcs DUBLIN JACKS www.dublinjacks.uk Ray 07594 204481
⇒ r.hadden94(at)btinternet.com
⊕ 4/5 piece band. Specialists in traditional music (often Irish) and “good time” music (more modern music people like); pubs, weddings, birthdays, village events, Burns, St Patrick’s, wakes, ceilidhs. May also be booked as a trio or duo. [Mar 2018, new Member]
Worcs FAIRFIELD www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 0121 476 5938
Worcs ONEACHORD www.oneachord.co.uk Peter Warner 07811 953480
⇒ Please contact Peter by: email: peter<at>peterwarner.co.uk, phone or text: 07811 953480
⊕ Andy, Percussion; Peter, Acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals; Glynn, Acoustic bass guitar; Sue, Fiddle; Marc, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Banjo, acoustic guitar and vocals. [Feb 2020, new member]
Worcs THE POACHERS (no website) Alasdair 01684 892264
⇒ alasdair.mckeane(at)gmail.com
⊕ Longstanding (since 1966) 4-piece band specialising in well-known songs from around the British Isles, many with choruses, all delivered with enthusiasm. Weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, village events, pubs, Burns, St Patrick’s, wakes. May also be booked as a trio or duo. [Mar 2018, new Member]
Worcs SHEPHERD’S PURSE www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk Eric & Eileen Payne 01886 880061
⇒ Eric & Eileen Payne, eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Eric & Eileen Payne and Jim Preston sing in close harmony - songs with a story to tell! Three distinctive voices that can fill the air, blending gentle, precise and delicate harmonies. [2018 Dec, new entry]
Worcs THE TRUCKSTOP TRIXIES www.facebook.com/truckstoptrixies Contact: see facebook
⇒ Contact Tyler for info/bookings: tylerdmassey<at>gmail.com
⊕ A musically-renowned Malvern-based band: Tyler Massey (guitar/vocals), Vo Fletcher (guitar/vocals), Dave Young (Roland melodeon), Mikey Mann (keyboards), Eric Haj (percussion) and Neil Poulter (mandolin). Performing mainly classic Americana - Gram Parsons, Bob Dylan, Gillian Welch, Lowell George and others. [Mar 2018, new listing]
Pf.1b Folk Music & Song - Duo - sorted by first name
Worcs BILL and SUE SMITH (no website) Bill & Sue Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 4NF. billandsuesmith<at>hotmail.com
⊕ Traditional songs in harmony, and with concertina & dulcimer. Available for folk clubs & festivals as performers and/or singaround/session leaders.
Worcs DIMINISHEDACHORD www.oneachord.co.uk Peter Warner 07811 953480
⇒ Please contact Peter by: email: peter<at>peterwarner.co.uk, phone or text: 07811 953480
⊕ Peter and Sue from OneAchord often perform as a duo 'DiminishedAchord'; Peter, Acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals; Sue, Fiddle.
[Feb 2020, new member]
Worcs DUBLIN JACKS www.dublinjacks.uk Alasdair 01684 892264
⇒ alasdair.mckeane(at)gmail.com
⊕ Duo performing a wide range of well-known popular music from 1940s and 50s onwards, as well as traditional material. Two singers, guitar, tenor banjo, fiddle, concertina, mandolin. Birthdays, community or family events, entertainment for elderly folk, wakes. Daytime, evenings. [new member, Mar 2018]
Worcs MAMWIG www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 0121 476 5938
Worcs STRING BOX (Martin and Jill) ..................................................................... Jill Peer 07754 950939
⇒ Ring 07754950939
⊕ String Box are Martin and Jill, on fiddle, guitar and harmonicas. Lovely, lively harmonious songs. From 1920 onwards Not too loud - un plugged for relaxing fun. Call 07754950939 to book. Sometimes on Facebook, Jill M Peer
Worcs THE ENGLISH DULCIMER DUO www.reverbnation.com/englishdulcimerduo Lisa
⌂ info<at>englishdulcimerduo.org.uk, Listen at: https://youtu.be/RgMIiyemXZc and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4SqWvUpDis&feature=youtu.be
⊕ Sue Harris (Umps and Dumps, John Kirkpatrick) and Lisa Warburton (Malthouse Passage, Blarney Stone). Mainly English tunes, including a number of jaunty 18th century melodies. Their different styles and qualities of their dulcimers combine to make a powerful and spelling-binding sound. [new website 2/2017]
Worcs THE NIGHT WATCH www.the-night-watch.org.uk Ian Pittaway 07504 269 855
⇒ contact<at>the-night-watch.org.uk
⊕ 13th—17th century songs and music. We perform and teach early music, deliver primary/secondary school workshops involving music, history and drama, gigs for folk clubs, music clubs, music festivals, weddings, celebrations, corporate events, private events or … surprise us! [added 2017 Feb]
Pf.1c Folk Music & Song - Solo - sorted by first name
Worcs BOB BIGNELL www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 01214765938
Worcs COLIN PITTS www.colinpitts.co.uk Colin Pitts 07939 782280
⇒ colinpitts<at>live.co.uk
⊕ Singer-songwriter. Writer of ‘Australian Wine’ and ‘Looking For England’.
Worcs DAVE JAMES (no website) Dave James 07795 022779
⇒ For more detail[added 2017 Feb]
Worcs MIKE WEAVER www.mikeweavermusic.com Mike Weaver 07887 523770
⇒ Contact 07887 523770
⊕ Singer-songwriter. CD ‘Live At The Top Of The Stairs’ (£10) available via www.mikeweavermusic.com
Herefs DENNIS HOMES www.dennishomes.net Dennis Homes 07712 565 590
⇒ Please contact Dennis via leogem3@icloud.com www.dennishomes.net
Music also on https://dennishomes.hearnow.com, Spotify, www.cdbaby.com/cd/dennishomes.
⊕ A very original singer/songwriter with a style influenced by folk, rock and country. Dennis writes and performs all his own songs. These include love songs, songs about people, songs about places, comic songs, sad songs and songs about life. [Feb 2020, new Member]
Herefs TOM HUGHES www.tomhughesmusic.co.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact: tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com
See also: www.reverbnation.com/tomhughesfolk, www.facebook.com/tomhughesfolk, https://twitter.com/tomhughesmusic
⊕ Musician, Educator & Tunesmith, Tom Hughes offers a variety of different performances, whether public or private events/meetings, including folk/traditional music and original compositions on piano, accordion and whistles. Also available in a duo with fiddle/vocals. Please enquire to discuss further. [Feb 2020, new Member]
Pf.1d Choirs & Quires: Folk & Community Choirs & Bands, West Gallery
→ indicates venue and times
Herefs HEREFORD COMMUNITY CHOIR www.herefordcommunitychoir.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com or message us via FB See also: https://www.facebook.com/herefordcommunitychoir
→ Hampton Bishop Village Hall, Hereford HR1 4JY. 7:30pm-9pm 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
⊕ We provide an opportunity for people to gather and sing in an informal and friendly environment. “Very uplifting sessions”. New members welcome! (11/2021)
Herefs HEREFORD FOLK ENSEMBLE www.herefordfolkensemble.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact: tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com, or message us via FB See also: https://www.facebook.com/herefordfolkensemble
→ Hampton Bishop Village Hall, Hereford HR1 4JY. 7:30pm-9pm 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.
⊕ Hereford Folk Ensemble is a community music group creating a positive environment and an opportunity for people to gather and perform instrumental folk & traditional music. A great way to end the week and start the weekend! New members welcome! (11/2021)
Worcs VITAL SPARK www.vitalspark.org.uk Sue Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 4NF. billandsuesmith<at>hotmail.com
→ Practising every Wednesday evening in West Malvern Village Hall.
⊕ West Gallery and American shape-note Quire and band. New members welcome.
Pf.1a Folk Music & Song - Bands / Groups - sorted by first name
Worcs DUBLIN JACKS www.dublinjacks.uk Ray 07594 204481
⇒ r.hadden94(at)btinternet.com
⊕ 4/5 piece band. Specialists in traditional music (often Irish) and “good time” music (more modern music people like); pubs, weddings, birthdays, village events, Burns, St Patrick’s, wakes, ceilidhs. May also be booked as a trio or duo. [Mar 2018, new Member]
Worcs FAIRFIELD www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 0121 476 5938
Worcs ONEACHORD www.oneachord.co.uk Peter Warner 07811 953480
⇒ Please contact Peter by: email: peter<at>peterwarner.co.uk, phone or text: 07811 953480
⊕ Andy, Percussion; Peter, Acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals; Glynn, Acoustic bass guitar; Sue, Fiddle; Marc, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Banjo, acoustic guitar and vocals. [Feb 2020, new member]
Worcs THE POACHERS (no website) Alasdair 01684 892264
⇒ alasdair.mckeane(at)gmail.com
⊕ Longstanding (since 1966) 4-piece band specialising in well-known songs from around the British Isles, many with choruses, all delivered with enthusiasm. Weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, village events, pubs, Burns, St Patrick’s, wakes. May also be booked as a trio or duo. [Mar 2018, new Member]
Worcs SHEPHERD’S PURSE www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk Eric & Eileen Payne 01886 880061
⇒ Eric & Eileen Payne, eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
⊕ Eric & Eileen Payne and Jim Preston sing in close harmony - songs with a story to tell! Three distinctive voices that can fill the air, blending gentle, precise and delicate harmonies. [2018 Dec, new entry]
Worcs THE TRUCKSTOP TRIXIES www.facebook.com/truckstoptrixies Contact: see facebook
⇒ Contact Tyler for info/bookings: tylerdmassey<at>gmail.com
⊕ A musically-renowned Malvern-based band: Tyler Massey (guitar/vocals), Vo Fletcher (guitar/vocals), Dave Young (Roland melodeon), Mikey Mann (keyboards), Eric Haj (percussion) and Neil Poulter (mandolin). Performing mainly classic Americana - Gram Parsons, Bob Dylan, Gillian Welch, Lowell George and others. [Mar 2018, new listing]
Pf.1b Folk Music & Song - Duo - sorted by first name
Worcs BILL and SUE SMITH (no website) Bill & Sue Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 4NF. billandsuesmith<at>hotmail.com
⊕ Traditional songs in harmony, and with concertina & dulcimer. Available for folk clubs & festivals as performers and/or singaround/session leaders.
Worcs DIMINISHEDACHORD www.oneachord.co.uk Peter Warner 07811 953480
⇒ Please contact Peter by: email: peter<at>peterwarner.co.uk, phone or text: 07811 953480
⊕ Peter and Sue from OneAchord often perform as a duo 'DiminishedAchord'; Peter, Acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals; Sue, Fiddle.
[Feb 2020, new member]
Worcs DUBLIN JACKS www.dublinjacks.uk Alasdair 01684 892264
⇒ alasdair.mckeane(at)gmail.com
⊕ Duo performing a wide range of well-known popular music from 1940s and 50s onwards, as well as traditional material. Two singers, guitar, tenor banjo, fiddle, concertina, mandolin. Birthdays, community or family events, entertainment for elderly folk, wakes. Daytime, evenings. [new member, Mar 2018]
Worcs MAMWIG www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 0121 476 5938
Worcs STRING BOX (Martin and Jill) ..................................................................... Jill Peer 07754 950939
⇒ Ring 07754950939
⊕ String Box are Martin and Jill, on fiddle, guitar and harmonicas. Lovely, lively harmonious songs. From 1920 onwards Not too loud - un plugged for relaxing fun. Call 07754950939 to book. Sometimes on Facebook, Jill M Peer
Worcs THE ENGLISH DULCIMER DUO www.reverbnation.com/englishdulcimerduo Lisa
⌂ info<at>englishdulcimerduo.org.uk, Listen at: https://youtu.be/RgMIiyemXZc and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4SqWvUpDis&feature=youtu.be
⊕ Sue Harris (Umps and Dumps, John Kirkpatrick) and Lisa Warburton (Malthouse Passage, Blarney Stone). Mainly English tunes, including a number of jaunty 18th century melodies. Their different styles and qualities of their dulcimers combine to make a powerful and spelling-binding sound. [new website 2/2017]
Worcs THE NIGHT WATCH www.the-night-watch.org.uk Ian Pittaway 07504 269 855
⇒ contact<at>the-night-watch.org.uk
⊕ 13th—17th century songs and music. We perform and teach early music, deliver primary/secondary school workshops involving music, history and drama, gigs for folk clubs, music clubs, music festivals, weddings, celebrations, corporate events, private events or … surprise us! [added 2017 Feb]
Pf.1c Folk Music & Song - Solo - sorted by first name
Worcs BOB BIGNELL www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 01214765938
Worcs COLIN PITTS www.colinpitts.co.uk Colin Pitts 07939 782280
⇒ colinpitts<at>live.co.uk
⊕ Singer-songwriter. Writer of ‘Australian Wine’ and ‘Looking For England’.
Worcs DAVE JAMES (no website) Dave James 07795 022779
⇒ For more detail[added 2017 Feb]
Worcs MIKE WEAVER www.mikeweavermusic.com Mike Weaver 07887 523770
⇒ Contact 07887 523770
⊕ Singer-songwriter. CD ‘Live At The Top Of The Stairs’ (£10) available via www.mikeweavermusic.com
Herefs DENNIS HOMES www.dennishomes.net Dennis Homes 07712 565 590
⇒ Please contact Dennis via leogem3@icloud.com www.dennishomes.net
Music also on https://dennishomes.hearnow.com, Spotify, www.cdbaby.com/cd/dennishomes.
⊕ A very original singer/songwriter with a style influenced by folk, rock and country. Dennis writes and performs all his own songs. These include love songs, songs about people, songs about places, comic songs, sad songs and songs about life. [Feb 2020, new Member]
Herefs TOM HUGHES www.tomhughesmusic.co.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact: tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com
See also: www.reverbnation.com/tomhughesfolk, www.facebook.com/tomhughesfolk, https://twitter.com/tomhughesmusic
⊕ Musician, Educator & Tunesmith, Tom Hughes offers a variety of different performances, whether public or private events/meetings, including folk/traditional music and original compositions on piano, accordion and whistles. Also available in a duo with fiddle/vocals. Please enquire to discuss further. [Feb 2020, new Member]
Pf.1d Choirs & Quires: Folk & Community Choirs & Bands, West Gallery
→ indicates venue and times
Herefs HEREFORD COMMUNITY CHOIR www.herefordcommunitychoir.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com or message us via FB See also: https://www.facebook.com/herefordcommunitychoir
→ Hampton Bishop Village Hall, Hereford HR1 4JY. 7:30pm-9pm 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
⊕ We provide an opportunity for people to gather and sing in an informal and friendly environment. “Very uplifting sessions”. New members welcome! (11/2021)
Herefs HEREFORD FOLK ENSEMBLE www.herefordfolkensemble.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact: tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com, or message us via FB See also: https://www.facebook.com/herefordfolkensemble
→ Hampton Bishop Village Hall, Hereford HR1 4JY. 7:30pm-9pm 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.
⊕ Hereford Folk Ensemble is a community music group creating a positive environment and an opportunity for people to gather and perform instrumental folk & traditional music. A great way to end the week and start the weekend! New members welcome! (11/2021)
Worcs VITAL SPARK www.vitalspark.org.uk Sue Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 4NF. billandsuesmith<at>hotmail.com
→ Practising every Wednesday evening in West Malvern Village Hall.
⊕ West Gallery and American shape-note Quire and band. New members welcome.
Pf.2 FOLK DANCE (Social / Country / Display / Ceremonial)
Many performers travel across the country; so we give the home area just for information
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Pf.2a Folk Dance Callers • for Folk Dance Teachers: see W.2, Workshops pages, every issue
Worcs BOB BIGNELL www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.htmll Bob Bignell 01214765938
Pf.2b Folk Dance Bands
Worcs 5 BAR GAIT www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 01214765938
Worcs STEP ON BOARD APPALACHIAN (no website) Cynthia 0121 476 5938
Worcs THE POACHERS (no website) Alasdair 01684 892264
⇒ alasdair.mckeane(at)gmail.com
⊕ Experienced 4-piece band plus caller: ceilidhs, barn dances, weddings, birthdays, village/local events, Burns, St Patrick’s, all interspersed with song and good humour. [new member, Mar 2018]
Pf.2c Ceremonial & Dance Display (including Clog, Morris, Sword) → indicates venue and times
Worcs APPLEYARD LADIES TRAD. DANCERS www.Appleyardfolk.co.uk Diana Maiden 01684 565204
⇒ info4appleyard<at>gmail.com, or dianamaiden6<at>gmail.com
→ Thursday. Earls Croome Village Hall, near Upton-on-Severn. 8pm to 10pm. Weekly during winter, dancing in summer at pubs, festivals & other venues.
⊕ Dances from all over the country, new and old. [Email change: FQ Apr 2016]
Worcs FAITHFUL CITY MORRIS MEN www.faithfulcitymorris.org.uk Bill Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 4NF. billthefiddle<at>yahoo.co.uk
→ Every Wednesday at The Talbot, Knightwick (A44, 7 miles from Worcester).
⊕ Cotswold Morris. New members (experienced or beginners) welcome.
Herefds LEDBURY MORRIS Facebook: Ledbury Morris Ceri James 07870 382678
→ Sunday afternoons, 2.00-4.00pm, The Royal Oak Hotel Ledbury, HR8 2EY. Contact us first for more details.
⇒ Ceri James 07870 382678, ceridwen.james<at>sky.com
⊕ Ledbury Morris is a new and upcoming mixed side, dancing all the Border Morris dances collected by the late Dave Jones. It is available for bookings now. We welcome new dancers and musicians who want to keep the tradition alive. [new listing, Nov 2019]
Worcs STEP ON BOARD APPALACHIAN (no website) Cynthia 0121 476 5938
Worcs BOB BIGNELL www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.htmll Bob Bignell 01214765938
Pf.2b Folk Dance Bands
Worcs 5 BAR GAIT www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk/bookanact.html Bob Bignell 01214765938
Worcs STEP ON BOARD APPALACHIAN (no website) Cynthia 0121 476 5938
Worcs THE POACHERS (no website) Alasdair 01684 892264
⇒ alasdair.mckeane(at)gmail.com
⊕ Experienced 4-piece band plus caller: ceilidhs, barn dances, weddings, birthdays, village/local events, Burns, St Patrick’s, all interspersed with song and good humour. [new member, Mar 2018]
Pf.2c Ceremonial & Dance Display (including Clog, Morris, Sword) → indicates venue and times
Worcs APPLEYARD LADIES TRAD. DANCERS www.Appleyardfolk.co.uk Diana Maiden 01684 565204
⇒ info4appleyard<at>gmail.com, or dianamaiden6<at>gmail.com
→ Thursday. Earls Croome Village Hall, near Upton-on-Severn. 8pm to 10pm. Weekly during winter, dancing in summer at pubs, festivals & other venues.
⊕ Dances from all over the country, new and old. [Email change: FQ Apr 2016]
Worcs FAITHFUL CITY MORRIS MEN www.faithfulcitymorris.org.uk Bill Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 4NF. billthefiddle<at>yahoo.co.uk
→ Every Wednesday at The Talbot, Knightwick (A44, 7 miles from Worcester).
⊕ Cotswold Morris. New members (experienced or beginners) welcome.
Herefds LEDBURY MORRIS Facebook: Ledbury Morris Ceri James 07870 382678
→ Sunday afternoons, 2.00-4.00pm, The Royal Oak Hotel Ledbury, HR8 2EY. Contact us first for more details.
⇒ Ceri James 07870 382678, ceridwen.james<at>sky.com
⊕ Ledbury Morris is a new and upcoming mixed side, dancing all the Border Morris dances collected by the late Dave Jones. It is available for bookings now. We welcome new dancers and musicians who want to keep the tradition alive. [new listing, Nov 2019]
Worcs STEP ON BOARD APPALACHIAN (no website) Cynthia 0121 476 5938
Pf.3 SPOKEN WORD PERFORMERS
Many performers travel across the country; so we give the home area just for information
Pf.3a Folk Shows & Theatre, Mummers
Worcs FOLD THEATRE Folk Plays www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk/Folkplay.html Eric & Eileen Payne 01886 880061
⇒ Eric & Eileen Payne, eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
⊕ 11 talented local actors, singers and musicians, based at ‘The Fold” at Bransford, near Worcester. The plays are written by Eric and Eileen Payne and involve narration, songs, music, sketches and poetry. [2018 Dec, new entry]
Pf.3b Poets & Monologuists- None at present
Pf.3c Storytellers - None at present
Worcs FOLD THEATRE Folk Plays www.ericpaynefolksongs.co.uk/Folkplay.html Eric & Eileen Payne 01886 880061
⇒ Eric & Eileen Payne, eric_payne<at>btinternet.com
⊕ 11 talented local actors, singers and musicians, based at ‘The Fold” at Bransford, near Worcester. The plays are written by Eric and Eileen Payne and involve narration, songs, music, sketches and poetry. [2018 Dec, new entry]
Pf.3b Poets & Monologuists- None at present
Pf.3c Storytellers - None at present
3. Media online & PRINTED FOLK MAGAZINES & LISTINGS, folk radio, publishers
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West Mids [+ West Country] ARMANDALEG MUSIC www.armandalegmusic.com Mike Weaver
→ West Country: Bath, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire. West Midlands: Herefordshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire.
⇒ Contact via website. twitter <at>armandalegmusic
⊕ Independent organisation, helping original acoustic and traditional artists to promote their music. Listen online to live music, find out what’s on in the Mid-West, get the latest news, view comprehensive list of Mid-West venues and of folk and acoustic festivals.
West Mids [+ West Country] MR RED’s MID WEST listings www.cresby.com Cresby Brown
⊕ Mr Red’s website gives regional listings, for the ‘Mid-West’, by day and by county. f Powys
Herefordshire TALES FROM UNDER BLACK HILL BLOG http://blackhilltales.blogspot.com/search/label/FolkWorkshops John & Jane Baxter
⇒ e-mail john.baxter87<at>virgin.net or follow & DM <at>FolkWorkshops
⊕ Blog including FolkWorkshop newsletters and other articles about folk music in South-West Herefordshire and nearby parts of Powys
Worcestershire & very nearby WORCESTER Traditional Music Page www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
⇒ mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
⊕ Website with information on Worcester’s traditional music scene.
…… and this website includes
FOLKLIFE MEMBERS' ONLINE DIRECTORY, including these listings, from Folklife: www.folklife.uk Sam Simmons 01684 561378
Folklife produce FOLKLIFE WEST print magazine (details: ⇒ M.2 below) available online:
FW news pages & listings are on www.folklife.uk and Folklife Traditions www.folklife-traditions.uk
UK & Ireland LIVING TRADITION www.livingtradition.co.uk Office 01563 571220
⇒ The Living Tradition, PO Box 1026, Kilmarnock KA2 0LG. admin<at>livingtradition.co.uk, www.facebook.com/thelivingtraditionmagazine
⊕ The Living Tradition magazine’s website, featuring articles from the trad/folk magazine, festival, club and concert listings, news, reviews and regional links. There is also an online shop where you can buy many folk and traditional CDs [Feb 2018, new member]
MEDIA M.2 PRINTED FOLK MAGAZINES & LISTINGS
for JOURNALS see FOLKLIFE STUDIES on our Folklife Traditions site
England EDS (English Dance & Song) www.efdss.org/efdss-join-us/english-dance-and-song EFDSS 020 7485 2206
⇒ To join EFDSS [English Folk Dance & Song Society] and receive EDS and other benefits: www.efdss.org/efdss-join-us
⇒ Editorial: EDS Editor, Cecil Sharp House, 2 Regent's Park Road, London, NW1 7AY. eds.editor<at>efdss.org
⊕ An international publication, going out to the almost 4,000 members of the Society. It’s the world’s longest-running folk magazine, first published in 1936, and balances professional folk with grassroots folk, both traditional and contemporary. [EFDSS, now a FL member, October 2017]
UK & Ireland LIVING TRADITION www.livingtradition.co.uk Office 01563 571220
⇒ The Living Tradition, PO Box 1026, Kilmarnock KA2 0LG. admin<at>livingtradition.co.uk, www.facebook.com/thelivingtraditionmagazine
⊕ A full colour, glossy, folk and traditional music magazine highlighting the rich heritage of traditional music in the UK, Ireland and beyond. TLT has a worldwide circulation, and is an independent and authoritative voice in the folk world. Subscriptions available. [Feb 2018, new member]
And we are . . .
Wales, England West Country & West Midlands FW, FOLKLIFE WEST print magazine www.folklife.uk Sam Simmons 01684 561378
Herefs & Worcs news pages are on 🄵🅆 Herefs-Worcs
⊕ Each issue has Members' news pages (also copied online www.folklife.uk) Members' listings inc Festival & Workshop Diaries (from this Directory!); and Folklife Traditions pages, articles & news www.folklife-traditions.uk
MEDIA M.3 FOLK RADIO ---------
MEDIA M.4 PUBLISHERS (MUSIC & PRINT) see also FOLKLIFE STUDIES on our Folklife Traditions site
Herefs TOM HUGHES www.tomhughesmusic.co.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact: tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com
⊕ Music transcription and engraving service, including music book production and publishing of folk/traditional music. I can offer special rates to folk musicians looking to release a music book. Now available: ALAWON:MELODIES Tune Book from the fantastic Welsh folk trio ALAW. [Feb 2020, new Member]
West Mids [+ West Country] ARMANDALEG MUSIC www.armandalegmusic.com Mike Weaver
→ West Country: Bath, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire. West Midlands: Herefordshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire.
⇒ Contact via website. twitter <at>armandalegmusic
⊕ Independent organisation, helping original acoustic and traditional artists to promote their music. Listen online to live music, find out what’s on in the Mid-West, get the latest news, view comprehensive list of Mid-West venues and of folk and acoustic festivals.
West Mids [+ West Country] MR RED’s MID WEST listings www.cresby.com Cresby Brown
⊕ Mr Red’s website gives regional listings, for the ‘Mid-West’, by day and by county. f Powys
Herefordshire TALES FROM UNDER BLACK HILL BLOG http://blackhilltales.blogspot.com/search/label/FolkWorkshops John & Jane Baxter
⇒ e-mail john.baxter87<at>virgin.net or follow & DM <at>FolkWorkshops
⊕ Blog including FolkWorkshop newsletters and other articles about folk music in South-West Herefordshire and nearby parts of Powys
Worcestershire & very nearby WORCESTER Traditional Music Page www.worcesterfolk.org.uk Mike Walton 01905 357482
⇒ mike<at>worcesterfolk.org.uk
⊕ Website with information on Worcester’s traditional music scene.
…… and this website includes
FOLKLIFE MEMBERS' ONLINE DIRECTORY, including these listings, from Folklife: www.folklife.uk Sam Simmons 01684 561378
Folklife produce FOLKLIFE WEST print magazine (details: ⇒ M.2 below) available online:
FW news pages & listings are on www.folklife.uk and Folklife Traditions www.folklife-traditions.uk
UK & Ireland LIVING TRADITION www.livingtradition.co.uk Office 01563 571220
⇒ The Living Tradition, PO Box 1026, Kilmarnock KA2 0LG. admin<at>livingtradition.co.uk, www.facebook.com/thelivingtraditionmagazine
⊕ The Living Tradition magazine’s website, featuring articles from the trad/folk magazine, festival, club and concert listings, news, reviews and regional links. There is also an online shop where you can buy many folk and traditional CDs [Feb 2018, new member]
MEDIA M.2 PRINTED FOLK MAGAZINES & LISTINGS
for JOURNALS see FOLKLIFE STUDIES on our Folklife Traditions site
England EDS (English Dance & Song) www.efdss.org/efdss-join-us/english-dance-and-song EFDSS 020 7485 2206
⇒ To join EFDSS [English Folk Dance & Song Society] and receive EDS and other benefits: www.efdss.org/efdss-join-us
⇒ Editorial: EDS Editor, Cecil Sharp House, 2 Regent's Park Road, London, NW1 7AY. eds.editor<at>efdss.org
⊕ An international publication, going out to the almost 4,000 members of the Society. It’s the world’s longest-running folk magazine, first published in 1936, and balances professional folk with grassroots folk, both traditional and contemporary. [EFDSS, now a FL member, October 2017]
UK & Ireland LIVING TRADITION www.livingtradition.co.uk Office 01563 571220
⇒ The Living Tradition, PO Box 1026, Kilmarnock KA2 0LG. admin<at>livingtradition.co.uk, www.facebook.com/thelivingtraditionmagazine
⊕ A full colour, glossy, folk and traditional music magazine highlighting the rich heritage of traditional music in the UK, Ireland and beyond. TLT has a worldwide circulation, and is an independent and authoritative voice in the folk world. Subscriptions available. [Feb 2018, new member]
And we are . . .
Wales, England West Country & West Midlands FW, FOLKLIFE WEST print magazine www.folklife.uk Sam Simmons 01684 561378
Herefs & Worcs news pages are on 🄵🅆 Herefs-Worcs
⊕ Each issue has Members' news pages (also copied online www.folklife.uk) Members' listings inc Festival & Workshop Diaries (from this Directory!); and Folklife Traditions pages, articles & news www.folklife-traditions.uk
MEDIA M.3 FOLK RADIO ---------
MEDIA M.4 PUBLISHERS (MUSIC & PRINT) see also FOLKLIFE STUDIES on our Folklife Traditions site
Herefs TOM HUGHES www.tomhughesmusic.co.uk Tom Hughes
⇒ Contact: tomhughesmusic<at>outlook.com
⊕ Music transcription and engraving service, including music book production and publishing of folk/traditional music. I can offer special rates to folk musicians looking to release a music book. Now available: ALAWON:MELODIES Tune Book from the fantastic Welsh folk trio ALAW. [Feb 2020, new Member]
4. Services including shops
S.6 CRAFTS AND MAKERS
Worcs BILL SMITH http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/tonybrett/Bill/BillWebSite.html Bill Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, Worcs, WR2 4NF. billthefiddle<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Makes fiddles and Appalachian dulcimers and repairs stringed instruments.
S.7 SHOPS & OTHER SALES [ for FOLK PUBLISHERS (Books & Recordings), BOOKSELLERS, see list 8: FOLKLIFE STUDIES ]
based in West Midlands county [no local members]
B’ham HOBGOBLIN BIRMINGHAM www.hobgoblin.com/birmingham Shop 0121 212 9010
⇒ 8 Priory Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 6BS. sales<at>hobgoblinbirmingham.co.uk
⊕ Hobgoblin Birmingham - Britain’s leading Folk and Traditional musical instrument shop based in the heart of Birmingham. Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday.
Also, across England ……… HOBGOBLIN MUSIC, all shops & mail order: www.hobgoblin.com 0845 130 9500
⇒ Mail order: P.O. Box 4707, Worthing, BN11 9JA. Fax: 01903 210011.
⊕ Acoustic and folk musical instrument specialists.
For Hobgoblin shops in other areas, see their website or our webpage ⎈ Other UK Directory
West Mids IP MUSIC SHOP www.ipmusic.org.uk Ian Pittaway
⇒ contact<at>ipmusic.org.uk
⊕ CDs from Ian Pittaway, ‘Lovers Beggars Soldiers Sailors’; The Night Watch, ‘The Ambassadors’; Captain Swing, ‘Captain Swing’s English Jam’. Hand-made mandolin by Small Strings. Guitar and lute tuition. Instruments: http://earlymusicmuse.com/instruments-for-sale Also CD sale, see http://earlymusicmuse.com/cd-sale [added 2017 Feb]
Worcs BILL SMITH http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/tonybrett/Bill/BillWebSite.html Bill Smith 01905 423488
⇒ 21 Vernon Park Road, St John’s, Worcester, Worcs, WR2 4NF. billthefiddle<at>yahoo.co.uk
⊕ Makes fiddles and Appalachian dulcimers and repairs stringed instruments.
S.7 SHOPS & OTHER SALES [ for FOLK PUBLISHERS (Books & Recordings), BOOKSELLERS, see list 8: FOLKLIFE STUDIES ]
based in West Midlands county [no local members]
B’ham HOBGOBLIN BIRMINGHAM www.hobgoblin.com/birmingham Shop 0121 212 9010
⇒ 8 Priory Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 6BS. sales<at>hobgoblinbirmingham.co.uk
⊕ Hobgoblin Birmingham - Britain’s leading Folk and Traditional musical instrument shop based in the heart of Birmingham. Open 10am - 6pm, Monday - Saturday.
Also, across England ……… HOBGOBLIN MUSIC, all shops & mail order: www.hobgoblin.com 0845 130 9500
⇒ Mail order: P.O. Box 4707, Worthing, BN11 9JA. Fax: 01903 210011.
⊕ Acoustic and folk musical instrument specialists.
For Hobgoblin shops in other areas, see their website or our webpage ⎈ Other UK Directory
West Mids IP MUSIC SHOP www.ipmusic.org.uk Ian Pittaway
⇒ contact<at>ipmusic.org.uk
⊕ CDs from Ian Pittaway, ‘Lovers Beggars Soldiers Sailors’; The Night Watch, ‘The Ambassadors’; Captain Swing, ‘Captain Swing’s English Jam’. Hand-made mandolin by Small Strings. Guitar and lute tuition. Instruments: http://earlymusicmuse.com/instruments-for-sale Also CD sale, see http://earlymusicmuse.com/cd-sale [added 2017 Feb]
5. WORKSHOP PROVIDERS & WORKSHOP SERIES - NO ENTRIES
W.1 WORKSHOP PROVIDERS, including Study Centres, Folk Teachers, Tutors, Development Workers, Workshop Organisers.
Many tutors travel across the country; so we give their home area just for information.
<> See also Folklife Traditions Directory website: List 8, Folklife Studies & Institutions: Fs.2, Lecturers and Speakers
Entries welcome.
W.2 MEMBERS’ CONTINUING (LONGER-TERM) WORKSHOPS SERIES (eg termtime)
• For 1-off workshops (whether 1 day or 1 week), see our FESTIVALS & WORKSHOPS DIARY webpage
Entries welcome.
Many tutors travel across the country; so we give their home area just for information.
<> See also Folklife Traditions Directory website: List 8, Folklife Studies & Institutions: Fs.2, Lecturers and Speakers
Entries welcome.
W.2 MEMBERS’ CONTINUING (LONGER-TERM) WORKSHOPS SERIES (eg termtime)
• For 1-off workshops (whether 1 day or 1 week), see our FESTIVALS & WORKSHOPS DIARY webpage
Entries welcome.
6. FESTIVALS & WORKSHOPS DIARY (BRIEF SUMMARY)
Member-Festivals.
Not included in the news-pages download file, as for latest info, see our Festivals & Workshops Diary webpage for ads & detailed listings
May UPTON UPON SEVERN FOLK FESTIVAL www.uptonfolk.org
→ UPTON-UPON-SEVERN, Worcs.
July BROMSGROVE FOLK FESTIVAL www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk
→ BROMSGROVE, Worcestershire. The Bowling Green Inn (01527 861291), Stoke Prior.
September BROMYARD FOLK FESTIVAL www.bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk
→ BROMYARD, Herefordshire: B4203 Stourport Road, HR7 4NT
Every Issue, we cover Member-Festivals for the next 12+ Months !
Not included in the news-pages download file, as for latest info, see our Festivals & Workshops Diary webpage for ads & detailed listings
May UPTON UPON SEVERN FOLK FESTIVAL www.uptonfolk.org
→ UPTON-UPON-SEVERN, Worcs.
July BROMSGROVE FOLK FESTIVAL www.bromsgrovefolkclub.co.uk
→ BROMSGROVE, Worcestershire. The Bowling Green Inn (01527 861291), Stoke Prior.
September BROMYARD FOLK FESTIVAL www.bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk
→ BROMYARD, Herefordshire: B4203 Stourport Road, HR7 4NT
Every Issue, we cover Member-Festivals for the next 12+ Months !
Herefs & Worcs News, from Folklife members.
The NEWS PAGES below cover: --- ➀ Venues --- ➁ Performers --- ➂ Media --- ➃ Services --- ➄ Workshops Providers
--- for ➅ Members' Festivals & Workshops, adverts and fully-detailed diary listings - see our Festival & Workshop webpage
--- for ➆ Folklife Societies, ➇ Folklife Studies & Institutions, ➈ Seasonal Celebrations - see our Folklife Traditions website
Always glad to hear from enthusiasts who'd like to join us at Folklife magazine (3 per year), for your news plus your Members' Online Directory listings.
Annual Membership is £18 a year, for posted UK, or for PDF via WeTransfer worldwide, see Info webpage or contact sam@folklife.uk
--- for ➅ Members' Festivals & Workshops, adverts and fully-detailed diary listings - see our Festival & Workshop webpage
--- for ➆ Folklife Societies, ➇ Folklife Studies & Institutions, ➈ Seasonal Celebrations - see our Folklife Traditions website
Always glad to hear from enthusiasts who'd like to join us at Folklife magazine (3 per year), for your news plus your Members' Online Directory listings.
Annual Membership is £18 a year, for posted UK, or for PDF via WeTransfer worldwide, see Info webpage or contact sam@folklife.uk
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Monthly Fri Herefs BROMYARD FOLK AT THE FALCON https://folkatthefalcon.com Roger Pugh 01885 483425
Monthly Fri Herefs BROMYARD FOLK AT THE FALCON https://folkatthefalcon.com Roger Pugh 01885 483425
UPDATES to page 36 - Herefs
🄵 HOMEND POETS & MUSICIANS, Ledbury, last Tuesdays, restarted at the end of September, but venue has closed permanently.
Looking for a new home, at the usual times of 6.30pm to 8pm.
Currently using Pot & Page cafe (01531 248743), 8 New St, Ledbury HR8 2DX
Nick Halligan 01684 563281 Email nickh2009<at>btinternet.com, but phone preferred
https://www.folklife.uk/homend-poets.html
🄵 HOMEND POETS & MUSICIANS, Ledbury, last Tuesdays, restarted at the end of September, but venue has closed permanently.
Looking for a new home, at the usual times of 6.30pm to 8pm.
Currently using Pot & Page cafe (01531 248743), 8 New St, Ledbury HR8 2DX
Nick Halligan 01684 563281 Email nickh2009<at>btinternet.com, but phone preferred
https://www.folklife.uk/homend-poets.html
UPDATES to page 40
RECORDINGS by CHRIS STEWART and 'CRABBE'
"Two years ago I recorded a new set of original guitar instrumentals, then asked Bryan Neville-Lee (better known to most of us as 'Crabbe') to alternate these with his wonderful readings of selected poetry and prose on matching themes by authors such as W.B. Yeats, John Clare, and Kenneth Grahame. The result is really very special, but unfortunately, the project got shelved during the pandemic, and then, very sadly, we lost Bryan during the second lockdown early this year. Now it has finally been published as an album simply entitled Words & Music. People who've heard it so far have described it as:
'an enchanting journey in words and music'
'a real tour de force!'
'a fine tribute to Bryan'
It is available for £10 on CD or on a memory stick with high resolution MP3s plus artwork and a bonus video, with proceeds going to a charity that we both support called Mary's Meals (https://www.marysmeals.org.uk), which provides school meals for children in the developing world. I will have these with me at Worcester-area club meetings. Previews of the tracks can be heard at:- http://www.somers-folk-club.org.uk/CS/trax/
Thanks in advance for your kind support.
Chris Stewart.
RECORDINGS by CHRIS STEWART and 'CRABBE'
"Two years ago I recorded a new set of original guitar instrumentals, then asked Bryan Neville-Lee (better known to most of us as 'Crabbe') to alternate these with his wonderful readings of selected poetry and prose on matching themes by authors such as W.B. Yeats, John Clare, and Kenneth Grahame. The result is really very special, but unfortunately, the project got shelved during the pandemic, and then, very sadly, we lost Bryan during the second lockdown early this year. Now it has finally been published as an album simply entitled Words & Music. People who've heard it so far have described it as:
'an enchanting journey in words and music'
'a real tour de force!'
'a fine tribute to Bryan'
It is available for £10 on CD or on a memory stick with high resolution MP3s plus artwork and a bonus video, with proceeds going to a charity that we both support called Mary's Meals (https://www.marysmeals.org.uk), which provides school meals for children in the developing world. I will have these with me at Worcester-area club meetings. Previews of the tracks can be heard at:- http://www.somers-folk-club.org.uk/CS/trax/
Thanks in advance for your kind support.
Chris Stewart.
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FW: a Library reference copy is available in Hereford Library, Malvern Library, & Worcester: St John's Library; The Hive (Level 3) Library
"Folk What's On" (simply a leaflet made up of the ads from FW)
reference copies
"Folk What's On" (simply a leaflet made up of the ads from FW)
reference copies
- Worcestershire Libraries: Alvechurch, Bewdley, Broadway, Bromsgrove, Catshill Community, Droitwich Spa, Evesham, Hagley, Kidderminster, Martley, Pershore, Redditch, Rubery, Stourport on Severn, Tenbury Wells, Upton on Severn, Welland, Woodrow, Warndon, Wythall
- Bromyard TIC, Worcester: TIC, Huntingdon Hall; Bretforton, The Fleece; Redditch: TIC; Upton: TIC.
