The Folk Diary below covers events mostly within an approx. 30 mile radius of Totnes as the crow flies, i.e. including Exeter and Plymouth, and covering Tavistock, Okehampton and Sidmouth for example. It is the main reference for compilation of the Harberton Folk email circulars. Map links (streetmap.co.uk) yield fully zoomable map. All information is given in good faith but no responsibility can be accepted for its accuracy. Do check with the organiser before setting out on a long journey.

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Southern Devon Folk Diary

Friday 3 September 2010 7.30pm - The Joyce Gang - Thorverton Memorial Hall (8 mls N of Exeter)
supported by Bone Idol. Concert in aid of Chinakidz, a charity that runs a children's hospice in China. Entrance £10 on the door. More info from Mike Jeffreys on 07513 274923 or Dave McKeown on 01395 224874. Bar and light refreshments available. Good night guaranteed. Part of a fundraising effort by Mike and Dave who are cycling the length and breadth of Ireland in the pouring rain and a howling gale (probably) over a (very) long weekend in October.

Event postponed due to delay in receiving live music licence
Friday 3 September 2010 8pm - Silver Tree Nights - Boston Tea Party, Exeter
Enjoy a special evening’s entertainment in this great venue, with live acoustic music, food, drink, decor and delights, showcasing top Devon based artists: Jim Causley (nominated Best Newcomer BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2006); Lara Conley (acoustic songstress from Exmouth); A Neat Little House (tidy kitchen symphonies from Exeter); Liz Grier (harp sounds); Dan the Hat (juggler supreme); Vida Harrison & Spindrift (dance innovators). £7 advance / £8 door. Spaces limited, book early, from The Boston Tea Party, 84 Queen Street, Exeter EX4 3RP. 07792 086449

Friday 3 September 2010 7.45pm - Barnfield Music Club - Clifford Room, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Every 1st Friday. Not another folk club. The idea was to put together entertaining shows to an audience and provide a showcase for local talent. PA, lighting, resident engineer, stage all provided. Further info from Gerry on 07843419178. The public are warmly invited! www.barnfieldmusicclub.co.uk

Saturday 4 September 2010 8pm - Ceilidh with Montys Maggot - Moretonhampstead Parish Hall (map)
Caller Mike Palmer. Bar. Tickets £7.50 on door; children free, big discounts for OAP, youth, students and advance purchases. Call 07717 461972 or email jeremy.tozer@btinternet.com. “Monty’s Maggot” is a new line up of musicians from established bands who play very danceable tunes with an infectious, driving rhythm. www.montysmaggot.co.uk

Sold out Saturday 4 Sept 2010 8pm - Show Of Hands - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
www.ottertonmill.com

Sunday 5 September 2010 4pm - 'Indian Summer Sunday' (Show of Hands + local guests) - Topsham Rugby Club
Tickets in person from Joel Segal Books, Fore St Topsham or by phone: 01392 877895. Adults £15; U-16's £5; U-5's free. Gates 3pm. BBQ & bar plus children's entertainment

Sunday 5 September 2010 5-7pm - Richard Digance's Devon Folk on BBC Radio Devon
Weekly show, see www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p007h3v0 for details. Contacts: devonfolk@bbc.co.uk or write to Richard Digance, BBC Radio Devon, PO Box 1034, Plymouth. The show is pre-recorded, up to two weeks in advance.

Sunday 5 September 2010 7.45pm - Artisan - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
As part of their Reunion Tour, we welcome back to FOTM one of the most popular harmony trios in the business. Blessed with fine voices, they also have Brian's great songwriting skills to call on. Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Thursday 9 September 2010 - Charlie Parr & Frank Fairfield - B-Bar, Barbican Theatre, Plymouth (map)
A genuine double header featuring: Minnesota's Charlie Parr, a folk and country blues musician who tours extensively through the USA and Europe and is routinely hailed as "authentic" and the "real deal by fans and critics alike. Raised on Furry Lewis and the Rev.Gary Davis Charlie is now picking up plaudits for his own exquisitely raw and direct music. Joining Charlie is Frank Fairfield, a California based fiddle, guitar and banjo player who sings soaring hillbilly ballads and arcane rambling songs which take the listener back to the pre-war America of Mississippi John Hurt and Dock Boggs. Handpicked by Fleet Foxes to open their 2008 US tour. £8, doors 8pm. Call 01752 242021 www.b-bar.co.uk

Friday 10 September 2010 8pm - Blue Jewel - Royal Seven Stars, Totnes (map)
A Totnes Festival event. Blue Jewel are an exciting new acoustic / folk band brought together by Steve Banks (Maddy Prior & the Carnival Band, Chanter). The band members are top musicians from South Devon, with a line-up of vocals, violin, acoustic guitar, double bass, drums & keyboard. June 2010 saw the launch of their first album, Dart Songs, and a rapturous reception at the first concert in Stoke Gabriel. The album features fantastic arrangements of traditional songs and tunes together with some great original compositions by Steve, all inspired by the beauty and history of the Dart estuary. You can listen to tracks and buy the CD at www.bluejewel.info. Tickets £9/£8 available in advance at www.wegottickets.com or on the door on the night.

Friday 10 September 2010 - Jack Lawrence & Phil Rosenthal - The Watermark, Ivybridge (map)
Two of America’s best and influential Bluegrass musicians in an up-close and personal gig. Jack Lawrence is heralded as one of the finest acoustic guitarists in the USA. Referred to as an "acoustic powerhouse," his musicianship on the flat top guitar has mesmerized audiences for decades. Jack's style is eclectic, encompassing Americana, blues, bluegrass and "sophisticated folk." Jack is highly regarded in his most prominent role as partner to the legendary Doc Watson. Phil Rosenthal is a nationally renowned singer, songwriter, recording artist and record producer. For many years the lead singer and guitarist in the popular bluegrass group The Seldom Scene. Tickets £16/£14. Box office 01752 892220.

10-12 September 2010 - Ivylive - Ivybridge
www.ivylive.co.uk

Saturday 11 September 2010 11am-midnight - Fishstock - Brixham New Fish Quay
A festival (in aid of Brixham Fishermen's Mission) of food and music (on 2 stages), including Mad Dog McCrea; Rachel Jones Quartet; Jiggerypipery; Maggie Duffy & Mike Weed; Southern Comfort; Rory Ellis; Hobson’s Choice and much more. The festival website www.fishstockbrixham.co.uk does not (yet) say a great deal, particularly about the music, so I've put a full 'working programme' on this page: www.harbertonfolk.co.uk/brixham.htm. Well worth a look! The man on Radio Devon this morning said entry was only £5.

Saturday 11 September 2010 7.30pm - Charity Concert with Glorious Chorus - St Johns Church, Bridgetown, Totnes
plus special acoustic intro sets by the two of the choir’s leading soloists, Louise Parker & Holly MacInnes-Hurd. Tickets £8/£5(conc) available online and from Drift Records, Totnes. Limited tickets on door. For information and to book tickets, visit www.gloriouschorus.co.uk or call 01803 862028

Not too far away
11-25 September 2010 - St Ives September Festival
A massive line-up including: Courtney Pine; The Unthanks; Eddi Reader; Altan; Donovan & Kirsty McGee (support); The Imagined Village; Paco Peña; Kila; The Fisherman's Friends; Imelda May; Mousehole Male Choir; Robin Trower Band & Hamsters (support); The Beat & John Otway (support); Robin Williamson; Martha Tilston; The Songs of Nick Drake; Carrivick Sisters; Ken Nicol & Phil Cool. See www.stivesseptemberfestival.co.uk for details.

Saturday 11 September 2010 8.30pm - Jack Lawrence & Richard Plank - George Hotel, South Molton (map)
Jack Lawrence is heralded as one of the finest acoustic guitarists in the USA. Referred to as an "acoustic powerhouse," his musicianship on the flat top guitar has mesmerised audiences for decades. Jack is highly regarded in his most prominent role as partner to Doc Watson since the early 1980's. Joining Jack will be English fingerpicking guitarist, Richard Plank. Friends for a long time, this will be their first tour playing together. Tickets £8 from www.georgehotelsouthmolton.co.uk

Saturday 11 September 2010 9pm - Andsome And Some - The Windjammer, Dartmouth (map)
A warm-up gig prior to performing at the Cornish Bluegrass Festival, The Carrivick Sisters are trying out a new five piece band, with some young friends from Cornwall playing originals and classic bluegrass. www.thewindjammer.co.uk

NB This event may be cancelled unless bookings increase significantly by Friday 3rd Sept
Sunday 12 September 2010 8pm - Julie Felix - Crabshell Inn, Kingsbridge (map)
In 1962 she left California to busk her way around Europe. In late 1964 she arrived in London. Before the end of 1965 she had sold out the Royal Albert Hall. She became a sensation on BBC TV and her shows were sold around the world. She has barely paused for breath since. Now 72, her renowned good looks are as striking as ever. This will be a rare opportunity to enjoy a close up and intimate evening with a much admired worldwide star. www.juliefelix.com £12 door, £10 advance from Neil on 01548 856601.

Monday 13 September 2010 7.30pm - Seth Lakeman - Sterts Theatre, Upton Cross, Liskeard (map)
[Ed: I'm told this is a seated concert] + Support. Doors 6.30pm. Hearts & Minds Tour 2010. This new album encompasses traditional and modern themes of love, loss and human struggle and represents a further leap forward in both songwriting and sonics. Seth has taken his story telling to a new level on his fourth album, tackling contemporary issues such as the financial crash and the greed of politicians and the banking system. Other lyrical themes both personal and universal are covered elsewhere, including the struggles of the working-man ('Hard Working Man') and soldiers losing their lives in battle ('Spinning Days'). Tickets £20 Box office 01579 362382/362962. Direct booking:  www.sterts.co.uk/product_details.php?category_id=69&item_id=31

17 & 18 September 2010 - Show of Hands - Great Torrington
A Plough Event at R.H.S. Rosemoor Gardens www.theploughartscentre.org.uk

17-19 September 2010 - Acoustica Festival - Exeter Phoenix (map)
The festival of alt-folk, folktronica and Americana returns after a successful debut last year. Expect over 50 acts across three rooms plus sessions on the bar terrace. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Tel. 01392 667080

Saturday 18 September 2010 8pm - Autumn Ceilidh - Ipplepen Village Hall, nr Newton Abbot (map)
Dawntreader Ceilidh Band, with Debs calling. Floor spot, bar, soup and rolls, raffle. Tickets £6 in advance from www.beltaneborder.co.uk or Debs on 01803 812387. Door £7, pre-booking recommended via website to avoid disappointment.

Sunday 19 September 2010 7.45pm - Cloudstreet - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Nicole and John return to our shores with their consummate all-round skills... delicious harmonies, great humour and delightful songs. Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Sunday 19 September 2010 8pm - Miranda Sykes & Rex Preston - Topsham Folk Club, Globe Hotel (map)
Miranda has been described as a ‘musical chameleon’ reflecting the way that she so easily slips between musical genres as diverse as folk, jazz and rock/pop. She continues to build a solo repertoire of contemporary and narrative songs that are showcased to critical acclaim on her recent album ‘Bliss’. She has recently started working with mandolin player Rex Preston whose style and fluidity augment her songs beautifully. Call Brian Lewis on 01404 44498 to reserve tickets. www.topshamfolkclub.co.uk

Wednesday 22 September 2010 9pm - Ashleigh Flynn - The Windjammer, Dartmouth (map)
Returning after a great gig earlier in the year. Raised in Kentucky and living in Portland, Oregon, Ashleigh is a modern folk/Americana artist with eloquent and powerful lyrics. Has been touring with Nanci Griffith over the summer. www.ashleighflynn.net www.thewindjammer.co.uk

Thursday 23 September 2010 - Ashleigh Flynn - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
From Portland, Oregon, this electrifying and charismatic performer is considered the Pacific NW’s premiere singer/songwriter. Fresh from tours with Nanci Griffith and Todd Snider, Ashleigh makes a 1st Mill visit. Her wonderful songs marry styles from bluegrass to pop in sheer musical poetry, delivered with a “voice like an angel” (Nanci Griffith). www.myspace.com/ashleighflynn www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 24 September 2010 8pm -  Shanty Spectacular - Blackmore Theatre, Exmouth (map)
with Kimber's Men, from Yorkshire, and the Exmouth Shantymen. Tickets £10 from www.blackmoretheatre.co.uk or the Town Hall Clerk townclerk@exmouth.gov.uk

Friday 24 September 2010 - Steve Tilston - Calstock Hall (map)
40 Years Tour. Steve has been described as, an artist of  “stylistic versatility and consummate musicality,” “a complete guitarist,” “a singer songwriter of rare talent” and “absurdly accomplished.” Ask anyone on the English folk scene who is their favourite guitarist, singer, songwriter and entertainer and nine times out of ten the same name will crop up in the top three of every department. Writer of classic songs performed by the likes of Fairport and Bob Fox. www.calstockhall.org

Friday 24 September 2010 8pm - Davey Arthur Band - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
Davey has thrilled and moved audiences the world over for more than 35 years with his matchless skill with which he has chosen instruments, most especially the Irish tenor Banjo. Davey still tours each year with The Fureys, but also enjoys world acclaim with a separate project as the Davey Arthur Band, which combines his talents with some of the finest musicians on the touring circuit today. Take opportunity to catch this music icon performing his new and known material, that helped shape much of what is recognised today as Celtic music and song. The Davey Arthur Band promises – and delivers rootsy and exciting authentic world music played by a virtuoso band of friends. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Sunday 26 September 2010 7.45pm - Joe Topping - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
The vocalist with the wonderful Elbow Jane, Joe now makes a solo return to FOTM. A talented chap, to say the least, with dazzling songwriting skills. Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Sunday 26 September 2010 - Thea Gilmore - Exeter Phoenix (map)
Standing. The singer-songwriter, whose riveting voice at times recalls the elegance of Annie Lennox, has been making intensely personal, socially aware music to considerable acclaim since she was a teenager. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Tel. 01392 667080

Wednesday 29 September 2010 8pm - Corinne West & Kelly Joe Phelps - Globe Hotel, Topsham (map)
One of the most enigmatic and revered American acoustic guitarists, Kelly Joe Phelps teams up with West Coast songstress Corinne West for an evening of stunning Americana. www.corinnewest.com  Tickets £12.50 advance at Joel Segal Books, 27 Fore Street, Topsham 01392 877895

Thursday 30 September 2010 - James Keelaghan - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
A welcome return for one of Canada’s finest singer/songwriters. Winner of 4 Junos (Canada’s Folk Awards), James has a devoted worldwide following for his masterful storytelling, faultless guitar, coffee-rich baritone voice, and passionate live performances. A wordsmith par-excellence, James writes intelligent songs that touch on universal emotions and leave his audiences spellbound. www.myspace.com/jameskeelaghan www.ottertonmill.com

Thursday 30 September 2010 - Jim Moray - Brewhouse, Taunton
Details www.thebrewhouse.net

Friday 1 October 2010 - ODi - George Inn, Blackawton (map)
ODi is an Irish singer-songwriter who manages to blend elements of Joan Armatrading's pathos, Beth Orton's eye for the quirky and deep with a touch of Dido's bed-sit romance." In the three years since playing her first gig, Irish songstress ODi has played over 300 shows across Ireland, the UK and Germany, supporting the likes of Tom Baxter, Mick Flannery, Portico Quartet, Brian Kennedy, Paddy Casey, Luka Bloom and Eleanor McEvoy www.myspace.com/odimusic www.blackawton.com tel 01803 712342

Sold out Saturday 2 October 2010 7.30pm - Spiers & Boden - Ariel Centre, Totnes (map)
Click here for waiting list details.
Keenly awaited return to Totnes by these giants of the folk scene, winners of multiple BBC Folk Awards and founders of the folk super-group Bellowhead, John Spiers (melodeon, concertina) & Jon Boden (singer, fiddle, guitar, stomp-box) are known for their energetic performances and powerful reinterpretations of traditional English material. They have rapidly become central figures in the new folk revival. www.spiersandboden.com Presented by Harberton Folk.
Support: 'Unstrung Heroes' - Geoff Lakeman (duet concertina & vocals), Steve Potter (fiddle) and Pete Acty (guitar & banjo); folk songs, grand jigs and reels, ragtime, blues, jazz... a great pot-pourri by three experienced chaps! See www.unstrungheroes.net for sound samples.

Out of our area, but a great band...
Saturday 2 October 2010 8pm - Ceilidh with The Old Swan Band - Langtree Village Hall nr Torrington
Caller Jo Freya. Tickets £8. Unlimited soft drinks included. BYO booze. Bring & Share Supper (optional). Further info and ticket reservations John Blackburn 01237 476632 jwbeblackburn@aol.com

Saturday 2 October 2010 8pm - Seth Lakeman - Princess Theatre, Torquay
Part of Torbay’s Rock Walk re-opening. This concert takes place as part of a special day of celebrations marking the reopening of Torbay’s iconic Royal Terrace Gardens and Rock Walk, opposite the Princess Theatre. The all-day line-up includes the return of the GeoQuest team, live music and festival activities, building up to light and sound spectacular Time & Tide Act III, just before doors open for Seth’s finale concert. A Dartington event: www.dartington.org/arts/seth-lakeman

Sunday 3 October 2010 - Fisherman's Friends - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Seated concert. Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Sunday 3 October 2010 7.30pm - Dave Swarbrick & Martin Carthy - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
A startlingly intense reunion from this legendary, ground-breaking duo. All the old skills are demonstrated with a new collection of traditional songs and instrumentals. Their experienced approach to their art lacks none of the fervour of their early days, and brings a maturity born of many years living with the music that is an integral part of their beings. This remarkable pairing played an important part in the tremendous shake up given to British folk music in the middle to late 60's.The result was a new era of English instrumental folk music and a new approach to folk music altogether. Box office 01392 665866 www.exeter.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=12782

Sunday 3 October 2010 11am-3pm - Plymouth Mela - Place de Brest / City Centre Piazza, Plymouth
A palette of colour brought to Plymouth City Centre with Plymouth’s first ever festival of South Asian Arts and Culture! Plymouth South Asian Society and The Barbican Theatre Plymouth have joined forces to present this free one day festival celebrating cultural diversity in Plymouth. The Mela will feature local national and international artists and aims to become nationally and internationally recognised for its’ creative excellence and cultural value. Join us for music, dance, theatre and food and participate in free family friendly workshops.

Sunday 3 October 2010 - Access All Areas Squeezebox Maintenance Day! - Cheriton Bishop Village Hall
Organised by Devon Squeezebox Foundation. Tutors: Rees Wesson, Dave Byett and Colin Dipper. It’s going to be a practical day, with both talks on different aspects of squeezebox maintenance and repair by these excellent box makers/repairers and the opportunity of getting inside that “project” squeezebox you bought, thinking “I could do that up…” We will be advising which tools will be needed nearer the time. We shall be covering Concertinas, Piano Accordions and Melodeons, but if you have something else in mind eg a Bandoneon, just ask, we can probably deal with that too! Places limited, strictly first come, first served. Cost: £30. To book: email Ed Rennie at devonsqueezebox@hotmail.co.uk.

tbc Wednesday 6 October 2010 - Mark Chadwick - Exeter Phoenix (map)
One of the UK’s most successful songwriters, Mark Chadwick has co-written 20 chart singles and 6 Top 40 albums (including a Number 1) as part of The Levellers, the band he has fronted for over 20 years. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Tel. 01392 667080

Thursday 7 October 2010 8pm - Maddy Prior - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
One of the world's purest, most magical vocalists can finally be heard in her most natural form, singing the songs that have inspired her and generations of singers before her. While the new generation has taken the mantle of acoustic troubadours and made it their own, this is an opportunity to hear one of the originators at the peak of her powers. Accompanied on this journey by two of the most respected musicians working within the genre today. Benji Kirkpatrick and Giles Lewin the fiddle player with the Carnival Band, both members of the acclaimed English folk collective Bellowhead. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Thursday 7 October 2010 - Rory Ellis - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
This quintessential Australian singer/songwriter is rapidly gaining a loyal UK following for his mix of blues, alt. country, soul and folk, keenly observed lyrics, and masterful guitar and banjo. A warm, engaging performer, Rory conveys “shades of Satchmo, Springsteen, Tom Waits and Chris Smither” (The Scotsman) in his epically rugged voice. Playing with Alex Roberts on guitar, lapslide and bouzouki. www.myspace.com/roryellis www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 8 October 2010 - Maddy Prior - Plough Arts Centre, Great Torrington
As above. Box office 01805 624624. www.plough-arts.org

Sarah McQuaid
Singer songwriter guitarist (music samples at www.sarahmcquaid.com) appearing at various southern Devon venues in October, mainly through "Villages in Action" (www.villagesinaction.co.uk): 9/10 South Pool nr Kingsbridge (01548 531304); 10/10 Rattery nr Totnes (01364 643741); 17/10 Sheepstor nr Yelverton (01822 853186) and 22/10 Dunkeswell nr Honiton (01404 891677). Also (not VIA) at Bridge Inn Topsham, with Hector Gilchrist, on 21/10 (01392 873862).

Saturday 9 October 2010 8pm - Ceilidh with Committee Band - Bowhill School, Buddle Lane, Exeter (map)
Caller Nick Walden. To start the season off, quite simply one of the best bands in the country! This is the start of their final set of gigs, so come along and treat yourself before it's too late. Tickets £9. To book, email from website www.great-western.org.uk/ceilidhs.htm or call Alan on 01392 217152.

Saturday 9 October 2010 - Peggy Seeger - George Hotel, South Molton (map)
Bookings 01769 572514. www.georgehotelsouthmolton.co.uk

Sunday 10 October 2010 7.45pm - Colum Sands - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
The voice behind Radio Ulster's excellent Folk programme; Colum is wonderfully entertaining... a fine musician and very funny. Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Sunday 10 October 2010 8.30pm - Jay Carter - The Windjammer, Dartmouth (map)
The double bassist with The Martin Harley Band is bringing his new project, modern folk trio Newrising www.myspace.com/newrisinguk - "Their musicianship and songwriting skills are first class. You MUST see these guys live- they will blow your mind. One of the best support acts I have had the pleasure working with in over 40 years” - Mungo Jerry www.thewindjammer.co.uk

Thursday 14 October 2010 - Christine Collister - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Over 26 incredible years, Christine has mesmerized audiences with her exceptional voice and songs – a unique blend of soul, blues, pop, jazz, country and folk. The voice of the BBC’s ‘Life and Loves of a She Devil’, she’s worked with Peter Frampton, Richard Thompson and Louden Wainwright III, and made countless radio/TV appearances, including ‘Whistle Test’, ‘Jonathan Ross’ and ‘Front Row’. Playing with Rob Cross, Christine can “sing the birds down from the trees” (The Times). www.myspace.com/collistertalk www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 15 October 2010 8-11pm -  d'Accord! - Ide Village Hall, Ide, Nr Exeter (map)
Special night with Yves le Blanc from Brittany. Bal and Fest Noz with Yves & Poisson Rouge. http://d-accordinexeter.blogspot.com/

Saturday 16 October 2010 7.30pm - Harvest Barn Dance - Loddiswell Village Hall nr Kingsbridge (map)
Music from Folk 2 (fiddle & keyboard); caller Ken Hudson. Tickets (incl. ploughman's supper) £7, U11s £3, from RS Village Stores or call 01548 550437. Fundraiser for Loddiswell church.

Saturday 16 October 2010 7.30pm - Jackie Oates– Special charity concert – Beesands Football Hall, nr Kingsbridge (map)
"Beesounds". Jackie is playing here to support a youth band project in Uganda. Why here? Well, remember "Farewell to Beesands and Magic" played on her mellow 5-string viola on The Violet Hour. This will be a magical event in a magical place. There are only 45 tickets available at £20, which includes some light refreshments. Contact valeriebelsey [at] gmail.com or call 01803 866916 for details.

Saturday 16 October 2010 - Jackie Leven– Exeter Phoenix (map)
tba Scottish www.jackieleven.co.uk

Saturday 16 October 2010 - Malinky - Bridgwater Arts Centre
Details www.bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk

Sunday 17 October 2010 - The Bad Shepherds - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Standing. Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Thursday 21 October 2010 - Gurf Morlix - B-Bar, Barbican Theatre, Plymouth (map)
Multi-instrumentalist performer Gurf Morlix is one of the best guitar players and producers of Americana music in the whole world. He is also a great singer songwriter, famed as the sidekick of Lucinda Williams, with a CV of past work with artistes including Ray Wylie Hubbard, Warren Zevon, Ian McLagan, Patty Griffin, Robert Earl Keen, Michael Penn, Buddy Miller, Mary Gauthier, Tom Russell, Jim Lauderdale and Slaid Cleaves, to name but a few. He is a member of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame and the Austin Music Hall of Fame. Call 01752 242021. www.b-bar.co.uk

Thursday 21 October 2010 - Little Toby Walker - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
One of America’s leading acoustic performers, Toby is a fingerstyle guitar virtuoso. A true entertainer, he delivers his sensational blend of blues, rag and folk with passion, humour and soul. He’s sung and played with blues greats from Richie Havens to Taj Mahal and Bo Diddley, and is described by John Hammond as “A real killer with fantastic technique. He just knocks me out”. www.myspace.com/tobyblues www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 22 October 2010 8pm - Brass Monkey - The Watermark, Ivybridge (map)
Tickets now available for Martin Carthy, John Kirkpatrick & Co. Box office 01752 892220 www.ivybridgewatermark.co.uk

Saturday 23 October 2010 - Brass Monkey - Plough Arts Centre, Great Torrington
Box office 01805 624624 www.plough-arts.org

Saturday 23 October 2010 8pm - 3 Daft Monkeys - Tavistock Wharf (map)
From Cornwall, the 3 Daft Monkeys are Tim Ashton, Athene Roberts and Jamie Waters. They combine rousing vocals, frenetic fiddling, rhythmical 12 string guitar, dancing bass and foot drum to produce world influenced acoustic music with a hint of the bizarre! Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Saturday 23 October 2010 - Kate Rusby - Queen's Theatre, Barnstaple
Closest tour date in the SW: Details www.northdevontheatres.org.uk/north-devon-theatres-showinfo.asp?showid=692

Sunday 24 October 2010 7.45pm - Isambarde - Folk on the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee Mill (map)
Vibrant young young trio fast making a name for themselves at clubs and festivals across the country. Book by email through www.moorfolk.co.uk.

Sunday 24 October 2010 8pm - Crucible - Topsham Folk Club, Globe Hotel (map)
Outstanding performers of English traditional music, Crucible combine formidable a cappella harmony vocal talents with all-round instrumental skills on fiddles, melodeon, guitar, cittern and English border pipes. Their music blends the deepest roots of their native tradition with a fresh and contemporary edge to produce emotive performances sparking with raw energy. ‘A seriously dynamic live act with conviction that hits you straight between the eyes.’ - Jon Boden. Call Brian Lewis on 01404 44498 to reserve tickets. www.topshamfolkclub.co.uk

Thursday 28 October 2010 8.30pm - The Bollards - Teignmouth Folk Club, Devon Arms Hotel (map)
(Northumberland Place) 7th Birthday celebrations, with Nigel Sture & Les Noden. Free admission. Information Martyn Hillstead 01626 778071.

Friday 29 October 2010 - Ralph McTell - Brewhouse, Taunton
Details www.thebrewhouse.net

Friday 29 October 2010 - Seth Lakeman - Hall for Cornwall, Truro
www.hallforcornwall.co.uk

Saturday 30 October 2010 8pm - Show of Hands - St Marys Church, Totnes
Spires & Beams Tour 2010 details tba

Thursday 4 November 2010 - Helen Watson Trio - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
One of the UK’s premier jazz blues singers, Mill favourite Helen is one-of-a-kind. Throughout a long career, she’s collaborated with the industry’s best– Joe Cocker, Albert Lee, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Andy Fairweather Low and others. Playing from her newly released album, as well as old favourites, the brilliant Ms Watson is joined by Mark Cresswell on guitar and Dave Bowie on double bass. Expect musical magic! www.myspace.com/helenwatsonmusic www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 5 November 2010 8.30pm - 3 Daft Monkeys - Exeter Phoenix (map)
This band have a unique brand of rousing vocals, frenetic fiddling, 12-string guitar, dancing bass and foot drum produce a sound far too diverse to be pigeonholed into one genre. They create a stunning blend of upbeat, danceable music which, despite all its world influences, remains undeniably British. The Starkadders support. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Tel. 01392 667080

Saturday 6 November 2010 - Norma Waterson & Eliza Carthy - Bridgwater Arts Centre
Details www.bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk

Tuesday 9 November 2010 8pm - Ralph McTell - Tavistock Wharf (map)
One of the great storytellers, Ralph McTell, is now celebrating 30 years on the road. Known for his virtuoso guitar style, he is primarily a prolific and gifted songwriter. With a style that invites you into a unique world, he weaves a narrative that is both significant and poignant. Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Wednesday 10 November 2010 8pm - Show of Hands - Exeter Cathedral
Spires & Beams Tour 2010 details tba

Wednesday 10 November 2010 - Blazin' Fiddles - Brewhouse, Taunton
Details www.thebrewhouse.net

Wednesday 10 November 2010 - Ralph McTell - Hall for Cornwall, Truro
www.hallforcornwall.co.uk

Thursday 11 November 2010 - Kirsty Mcgee & Mat Martin - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
A fifth visit from one of our most popular acts. Kirsty and Mat charm their audiences with their self-styled blend of folk, jazz, chanson and Americana. Kirsty’s distinctive lyrical style and astonishing voice combined with multi-instrumentalist Mat’s playing has made them 'One of the greatest groups in the current music scene'  (Maverick). www.myspace.com/kirstymcgeeandmatmartin www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 12 November 2010 - Pete Coe - Exeter Traditional  Music Club
at The Twisted Oak, Little John's Cross Hill, Ide, nr Exeter, EX2 9RG (map). Information 01395 579241.

Saturday 13 November 2010 8pm - The Carrivick Sisters - Hazelwood House nr Loddiswell (map)
With tight harmonies, the sisters will perform their original songs on guitar, fiddle, mandolin, dobro and clawhammer banjo. Pre-concert buffet supper available. All details www.hazelwoodhouse.com.

Thursday 18 November 2010 - Boo Hewerdine - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
An intimate performance from the big man with a voice as smooth as vintage port! A songwriting legend, Boo’s hit songs stretch back over two decades and many genres. Former leader of the great 80’s band The Bible, Boo’s had his songs recorded by kd lang, Natalie Imbruglia and even Mel C. His latest album “God Bless The Pretty Things” has been called a “recorded masterpiece” (Maverick). www.myspace.com/boohewerdine www.ottertonmill.com

Saturday 20 November 2010 8pm - Emily Maguire - Hazelwood House nr Loddiswell (map)
It comes as no surprise that Emily Maguire has previously supported the likes of The Blue Nile and Eric Bibb. Her ethereal and gracious music occupies the same orbit. Stylistically, Maguire mixes genres, using country, rock & roots as the backdrop to her haunting vocals. Pre-concert buffet supper available. All details www.hazelwoodhouse.com.

Sunday 21 November 2010 - Esperanto, featuring Mark Barnwell & Jon Boyes - The Old Chapel, Calstock (map)
tba www.calstockarts.org.uk

Sold out Sunday 21 November 2010 - The Levellers - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Wednesday 24 November 2010 - Show of Hands - Hall for Cornwall, Truro
www.hallforcornwall.co.uk

Thursday 25 November 2010 8pm - Dick Gaughan - Globe Hotel, Topsham (map)
Scotland's greatest rebel and acoustic poet in concert. Tickets £12.50 advance from Joel Segal Books Topsham 01392 877895

Thursday 25 November 2010 - Reg Meuross & Beth Porter - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Over two decades, Reg has earned a reputation as “one of Britain’s finest singer/songwriters” (Time Out). Whether playing solo, or with musical partners (including Phil Beer and Hank Wangford), Reg is a performer of pure class. His beautiful songs, witty observations, soulful tenor voice and gifted guitar and dulcimer playing mark him out as a true English troubadour. Playing with cellist Beth Porter. www.myspace.com/regmeuross www.ottertonmill.com

Friday 26 November 2010 8pm - Martyn Joseph - Barnfield Theatre, Exeter (map)
tba www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Saturday 27 November 2010 - Martha Tilston - The Old Chapel, Calstock (map)
tba www.calstockarts.org.uk

Sunday 28 November 2010 - Chris Wood - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Sunday 28 November 2010 - Dick Gaughan - George Hotel, South Molton (map)
Bookings 01769 572514. www.georgehotelsouthmolton.co.uk

Thursday 2 December 2010 - Dick Gaughan - Bridgwater Arts Centre
Details www.bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk

Thursday 2 December 2010 - Jim Crawford - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
Revered among professional musicians as a consummate finger picker and slide guitarist, Jim captivates his audiences with his intimate blues style. His resonant barrelhouse blues vocal and wry humour have endeared him as a performer throughout Europe and the USA. “The finest country blues player in the UK” (Ben Andrews). www.myspace.com/jimcrawfordmusic www.ottertonmill.com

Saturday 4 December 2010 8pm - Robin & Bina Williamson - Hazelwood House nr Loddiswell (map)
Performing songs and music featuring the evocative East-West harmonies of their voices, with harp, percussion and other instruments in a style described as Indo-Celtic-Delta. Pre-concert buffet supper available. All details www.hazelwoodhouse.com.

Wednesday 8 December 2010 - Kimmie Rhodes - Otterton Mill nr Budleigh Salterton (map)
From Texas, Grammy-nominated Kimmie has had her multi-platinum selling songs recorded by everyone from Willie Nelson, Wynonna Judd and Trisha Yearwood, to Mark Knopfler. Her brand of lyrical Americana is utterly beautiful. “When I hear Kimmie sing it makes me know what the phrase ‘pulling on your heart strings’ means.” (Waylon Jennings). In our season finale, Kimmie plays from her new Christmas-themed album, showcased with BBC’s Bob Harris on 6th December at Christ Church Cathedral. Playing with husband Joe Gracey and son Gabe Rhodes. www.myspace.com/kimmierhodesmusic www.ottertonmill.com

Thursday 9 December 2010 8pm - St Agnes Fountain - Dartington Great Hall (map)
David Hughes, Chris Leslie, Julie Matthews, and Chris While: St Agnes Fountain celebrate their 10th anniversary Christmas tour with a brand new celebratory album. www.dartington.org/arts/st-agnes-fountain

Sunday 12 December 2010 8pm - Sid Kipper - Crabshell Inn, Kingsbridge (map)
details tba

Friday 17 December 2010 8pm - Mad Dog Mcrea - Tavistock Wharf (map)
Frontman Michael Mathieson's legendary wizardry on vocals and guitar is perfectly complimented by wicked whistle (Dan Crimp), filthy fiddle (Olivia Dunn), bombastic bass (Damien Scarr), and melodic mandolin (Graham Anderson). Casting spells with kaleidoscopic orchestration, blistering on-stage energy and jiggery folkery, the Mad Dogs' cauldron bubbleth over with a fizzing potion of hocus-pocus that Merlin would be proud of.  Box office 01822 611166 www.tavistockwharf.com

Saturday 22 January 2011 8pm - Bully Wee Band - Globe Hotel, Topsham (map)
with Phil Beer. Tickets available from Chudleigh Roots 07813 945292

Saturday 19 February 2010 - Great Western Ceilidh with RANDOM - Exeter
details tba

Sunday 12 December 2010 8pm - Sid Kipper - Crabshell Inn, Kingsbridge (map)
details tba

Friday 25 February 2011 - Fairport Convention - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
Box office 01392 665866

tbc March 2011 - Phil Beer - Crabshell Inn, Kingsbridge (map)
details tba

Friday 22 April 2011 - Feast of Fiddles - Exeter Corn Exchange (map)
Feast of Fiddles is a musical extravaganza like no other – six of the UK's finest fiddle players in a band of 11 which includes Dave Mattacks – the grandfather of folk rock drumming. Peter Knight of Steeleye Span, Chris Leslie of Fairport Convention, Brian McNeill, Ian Cutler, Tom Leary and Garry Blakeley bring their own individual styles together to visit pretty much every musical genre in an entertainment that has a wide dynamic range and will have you dancing in the aisles and perhaps even shedding a tear. The 2011 tour marks the band's coming of age – it's the 18th year they've got together and the critical acclaim gets louder every year. Bring even your sceptical friends, they won't be disappointed. Box office 01392 665866 www.exeter.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=12825

tbc May 2011 - Jeff Warner - Crabshell Inn, Kingsbridge (map)
details tba

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