Harberton
Folk's
Information Servicefor traditional music, song & dance in Southern Devon
Site updated 23 April 2020
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Harberton
Folk's
Information Servicefor traditional music, song & dance in Southern Devon Site updated 23 April 2020 |
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Folk Diary coverage: 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 a fully zoomable map. I'm
increasingly including postcodes in the venue information for those of you who
rely on satnavs. |
See also www.flaxey-green.co.uk which may include events not listed below.
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For the time being I have removed all events previously
listed up to the end of August 2020.
I will resume listings at the earliest possible opportunity when the situation
improves.
Any dates below should also be regarded as provisional, at best, at present.
NEW Thursday 3
September 2020 7.30pm - Martin Simpson -
The Flavel Arts Centre, Dartmouth TQ6 9ND (map)
details tba
NEW Saturday 5
September 2020 8pm - Steve Pledger -
Matthews Hall, Fore St, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0HF
Steve's musical influences are many, varied and not always obvious. They include
- in no particular order - Graham Parker, Cat Stevens/Yusuf Islam, Rush, Sam
Cooke, Martyn Joseph, Van Morrison, Don McLean, Elvis (both of them) and Bruce
Springsteen. Add to this a liking for most musical styles and he has a wide
spectrum of influences informing his own distinct style and approach. As well as
his highly regarded solo shows, Steve has also had many opportunities of late to
work with and open for artists such as Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin, Martyn
Joseph, Luke Jackson, Willy Porter, and particularly with award-winning folk
star Ange Hardy. Note that gig will be held on the first floor of the building,
with a stair lift available for visitors who require support with mobility.
Twigg's Gigs 07508 169049,
sstwigg@blueyonder.co.uk.
www.wegottickets.com/event/496600.
NEW Thursday 10 September
2020
- An Evening with Jim Causley - Totnes Folk Song Club, Dartmouth Inn, 28 Warland, Totnes TQ9 5EL (map)
More than simply a folk-singer, multi award winning singer-songwriter and
musician Jim Causley is an all-round entertainer and his ‘Evening with’ concerts
give a full night of beautiful singing, moving ballads, hilarious ditties and
everything in between. Drawing equally from traditional repertoire, modern songs
as well as his own compositions and settings of poems by his relative, the
celebrated Cornish poet Charles Causley. All accompanied on piano and various
accordions and served with a gurt dollop of Westcountry humour, an evening with
Jim is an evening not to be missed!
www.jimcausley.co.uk.
Contact: Andy Clarke 01803 732312.
NEW Friday 18 September 2020 7.30pm - Steve
Knightley -
Pavilions Teignmouth, The Den, Teignmouth TQ14 8BG
Pass Notes – The stories behind the songs. Following the success of last
year’s intimate one man show, Steve’s latest outing is intended for anyone
fascinated by the art and craft of song writing. Exploring his extensive back
catalogue and introducing unheard, new material he explores the themes and
stories that inspire him and shows how music and words can become lyrics and
chords and notes can meld to create songs that acquire a life of their own!
www.pavilionsteignmouth.org.uk.
NEW Sunday 27
September 2020 7.30pm - Nick Harper
- Ashburton Arts Centre, West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Always a favourite and sure to be a sell-out, Nick's amazing guitar
prowess is matched by his soulful, distinctive voice and passionate songs. Full
details
www.southdevonmusic.co.uk/event_detail.cfm?id=89.
NEW Saturday
3 October 2020 7.30pm - Greg Harper - Lustleigh Village Hall, TQ13 9TA
Rescheduled from 25 April -
Performing original songs, accompanied by Nigel Ratcliffe (keyboard) & Chris
Denman (bass). "Penetratingly powerful songs, with lyrics that cut hard, wide
and deep" FolkWords, "Great songs" Steve Knightley.
www.gregharpermusic.com.
Warm welcome, candlelit tables, tea & homemade cakes, or BYO. Tickets £10
available from 01363 772769, or in person from Lustleigh Dairy & Post Office.
Fundraiser in aid of Brain Tumour Research.
NEW Sunday
11 October 2020 2-11pm - Julian Piper Memorial Festival - Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street EX4 3LS (map)
An all day festival of Blues & Roots to celebrate and remember the extraordinary
life of Topsham born British blues guitarist, writer, promoter and record
producer Julian Piper. Full line up and stage times TBA. All proceeds after
costs donated to Delta Blues Foundation, Clarksdale, MS. Box Office 01392
667080. Full details
www.exeterphoenix.org.uk/category/music.
NEW Friday 16 October 2020 8pm - Cara Dillon - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
It is a pleasure to welcome Cara Dillon and Sean Lakeman back to Milverton. Her
wonderful voice coupled with Sean's brilliant musicianship is a joy. Another
sell-out, this one. Details
www.milvertonmusic.co.uk.
NEW
Saturday 17 October 2020
7.30pm - Autumn Céilidh with
The Mooncoin Ceilidh Band
-
South Brent Village Hall, Station Approach TQ10 9AQ (map)
details tba
www.southbrentfolk.org.uk. One of a number of events organised throughout
the year by South Brent Folk to support folk music in the South Brent area.
NEW rescheduled
Sunday 22 November 2020 - Refuge: Tobias ben Jacob with John Elliott -
St James' Church Hall, Mount Pleasant Road, Stoke Hill, Exeter EX4 7AH
(map)
The Refuge album and tour project from songwriter Tobias Ben-Jacob (Jacob &
Drinkwater) sees him team up with producer and multi- instrumentalist John
Elliott (The Little Unsaid) for a song-centred gig that weaves in acoustic and
electronic sounds, samples, field recordings, interviews, collaborations and
co-writes. The tour aims to shed light on the ongoing refugee crisis. The
opening set will be a solo performance from each artist. Full details see
https://twiggsgigs.wordpress.com.
www.wegottickets.com/event/493455.
NEW Friday 4 December 2020 8pm - Moscow Drug
Club - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
We welcome back this brilliant and much requested band. Tones music quiz,
fabulous food including the famous roasties. Every year is a sell-out, so book
your tickets early. Details
www.milvertonmusic.co.uk.
tbc
Sunday 6 December 2020 -
A Causley Christmas -
Folk on
the Moor, Westward Inn, Lee
Mill, Ivybridge PL21 9EE (map)
Join Jim Causley in celebrating the Christmas season as he entertains you with
lesser known carols from the West Country and around the British Isles. Jim
takes you for a journey through Christmas past that will be guaranteed to get
you in the festive spirit! 'A natural gift for entertainment’ The Guardian. Further information / reserve seat:
www.moorfolk.co.uk.
NEW
Wednesday 16 December 2020 - Belshazzar's Feast - Reading Room, Kingston, Kingsbridge TQ7 4QE
(map)
Their final Christmas tour, with seasonal material. £15 adv, £18 door. Support:
Silvington. Call
01548 810806 for full details.
NEW
Sunday 27 December 2020 7.30pm - Twixt
Christmas and New Year
Céilidh with
Buttoned Up
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South Brent Village Hall, Station Approach TQ10 9AQ (map)
details tba
www.southbrentfolk.org.uk. One of a number of events organised throughout
the year by South Brent Folk to support folk music in the South Brent area.
NEW Friday 18 June 2021 8pm - Flook - Milverton Music, Victoria Rooms, Fore St, Milverton, Taunton TA4 1JU
Another fantastic booking for us which will sell-out. Flook are probably the
best folk band on the scene. A mixture of traditional and their own music. We
are so privileged to have them. Details
www.milvertonmusic.co.uk.
John Culf
johnculf@harbertondevon.co.uk
www.harbertondevon.co.uk
www.harbertonfolk.co.uk
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