BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Calstock Arts - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://calstockarts.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Calstock Arts
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20240331T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20241027T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250425T080055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T111306Z
UID:2989-1763683200-1763769599@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:21 November: Gallery Bar Special - Mojito with Emma Watson & Marius Rudnick
DESCRIPTION:Making a welcome return to Calstock Arts\, this autumn\, are the Mojito trio with special guests. More jazzy than jazz with a wide variety of songs from times past & present. \nFeaturing Liam Harvey (bass) and Dusty Miller (drums) – both former members of the Royal Marine Band Service\, and current members of the Dave Hankin Big Band\, along with Calstock’s own Andy Lawton (ex Rhythm Machine) on piano\,. \nThey bring their own distinctive arrangements of of songs ranging from J S Bach\, through the Great American Songbook to more contemporary music from the likes of Lionel Richie\, Eva Cassidy\, Carol King\, Carly Simon & Billy Joel\, to name just a few.  So there’s something for everyone! \nAgain they will be joined  by singer\, Emma Watson\, one of Devon’s top female vocalists and Marius Rudnick on saxophones\, flutes & clarinet. \nEmma is a song writer and choir director of Exeter’s Soul of the City gospel choir\, who reached the final of BBC Gospel Choir of the Year in 2023. \nMarius is currently a member of  a variety of bands including The Glenn Miller Memorial Orchestra & The Dave Hankin Big Band. \nListen to Mojito & Emma here
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/22-november-gallery-bar-special-mojito-jazz-trio-with-emma-watson/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music,Other,Popular
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250416T110037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T105412Z
UID:4066-1763164800-1763251199@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:15 November: The Jake Leg Jug Band
DESCRIPTION:The Jake Leg Jug Band brings you the authentic sounds of 1920’s and 30’s America – jazz\, blues\, ragtime and gospel. Songs of murder\, betrayal\, gambling\, liquor and redemption. \nAfter self-releasing their debut album Cotton Mouth\, the band signed to one of the UK’s most prestigious Jazz labels\, recording three albums as part of the ‘Vintage Recording Project’\, recording live around ribbon microphones\, as it would have been back in the 1930’s. ‘Next Stop!’ ‘Everythin’s Jake’ and ‘Break a Leg’ all met with rave reviews; \n“A masterpiece of nostalgic music. The band display real virtuosity and create a wonderful sound that will be hard for any other band to repeat”  Folk North West \nThe band followed up with the compilation ‘Fifth Avenue’\, their debut release for the Green Bullet record label in late 2018. \n“Pick any track at random and prepare to be entertained ”  RnR​ \nJanuary 2020 saw the release of album number 6\, ‘Goodbye Booze’ which commemorated 100 years since the start of the American prohibition\, followed in 2021 with an additional vinyl release on Coastal Light Records.​ \n“Pretty damn good! There isn’t a weak number on the album”  Blues Matters​​ \n2022 marked the 10th anniversary of the band and saw them play over 100 gigs plus the release of their first ever live album – ‘Live at Audley Theatre’. \n“It’s hard to pick out favourites. Thoroughly entertaining” Blues in Britain \nIn 2023 they released ‘Hello Central’\, heralding in a new era as a permanent 3-piece band\, augmented by additional live musicians. The album proved to be the band’s most successful release to date both critically and commercially\, receiving airplay on BBC Radio 2. \n“A truly unique and talented group of musicians\, their talent shines through on each and every track” Blues Blast Magazine (USA) \n“In its genre\, this album is simply indispensable” Rootstime (Belgium) \n“Probably their best CD. Thoroughly enjoyable – excellent entertainment” Just Jazz \n  \nIn 2024 the band released its 9th album in 12 years\, ‘Some Glad Morning’ a full album of spirituals. \n“An entertaining and varied mix…the Band shows how warming and moving spirituals can still be today…” Rootstime (Belgium) \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/15-november-the-jake-leg-jug-band/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250923T134237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T134237Z
UID:4433-1763078400-1763164799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:14 November - Gallery Bar Special with 2 out of 3
DESCRIPTION:From the depths of the Tamar Valley three men in a shed who like to “Folk things up” \nWe are Gordon\, Phil and Phil. We meet up most weeks in a back garden shed to play music\, talk rubbish and have a beer together. Unless we’re feeling sophisticated in which case it’s not unheard of for us to open a bottle of Elderflower wine. \nWe love all types of music and play cover songs of rock bands\, a bit of blues and  sometimes we even pick something from as recent as the early 2000’s! The songs we play are songs we love\, and we like to think we bring a unique sound to everything we do. \nWe’re multi-instrumentalists so when you see us put down the guitars to pick up the banjo and violin you’re guaranteed to hear us folk it up. \n2 out of 3 \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/14-november-gallery-bar-special-with-2-out-of-3/
CATEGORIES:Folk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250508T075727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T183404Z
UID:4111-1762041600-1762127999@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:2 November: Meridianum Ensemble @3.30pm
DESCRIPTION:After their highly successful and uplifting concert in 2023\,  Calstock Arts is delighted to welcome back the much acclaimed and popular Meridianum Ensemble\, featuring: \nNuno Silva – Persian santur \nGriselda Sanderson – violin & nyckelharpa \nSoufian Saihi – oud \nSteve Tyler – hurdy-gurdy \nLouis Bingham – cittern & tambura \nRicardo de Noronha – percussion \nThe Meridianum Ensemble is a unique musical collaboration\, bringing together top players from Portugal\, Morocco and the UK.  The six musicians bring their individual styles and influences to the mix\, inspired by traditions from Iran and the Eastern Mediterranean to Portugal\, Scandinavia and beyond. Modal music\, improvisation and virtuosity are features of their gloriously entrancing infusion. Featuring traditional and original repertoire for Arabic oud\, Middle Eastern percussion\, cittern\, Persian Santur\, Swedish nyckelharpa and the mediaeval sounds of the hurdy-gurdy\, this blend is a sonic and visual treat. \nFounded in 2018 by UK-based Portuguese percussionist Ricardo de Noronha\, the idea was to draw his collaborators into one ensemble. Santur player Nuno Silva (the only non-UK member) resides in Porto and previously worked with Ricardo in several groups\, especially on the mediaeval scene in Portugal. In 2019 Nuno studied the santur in Iran. Through his interest in mediaeval music Ricardo met top UK hurdy-gurdy player Steve Tyler\, renowned for his rhythmic and inventive style. Violinist and nyckelharpist Griselda Sanderson and cittern player Louis Bingham performed in the Radial Band with Ricardo\, and Moroccan oud player Soufian Saihi’s Arabic classical musical style forms a bridge between them all to create a unique alliance. \nListen here: https://youtu.be/DWX6Dt3yV0U?si=NC_bs9p7V3esB-K0 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/2-november-meridianum-ensemble/
CATEGORIES:Classical
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250320T110059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T105512Z
UID:3934-1761350400-1761436799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:25 October : ARQ Jazz (Blow the Fuse)
DESCRIPTION:The much-lauded\, award-winning and eclectic quintet ARQ\, led by bassist and composer Alison Rayner\, are widely celebrated from over ten years of extensive UK and European touring across a complete range of jazz clubs\, concert halls and international festivals. They regularly sell out London clubs such as Ronnie Scott’s and the Pizza Express Jazz Club\, as well as regional venues across the UK. \nARQ has spent twelve years crafting a unique sound that draws on jazz\, folk\, pop and Latin influences. \nThe quintet’s chemistry is rooted in enduring relationships and Rayner credits their musical cohesion to the strong bonds they have developed over years of collaboration. “Each musician in this band has theirown voice\, but together we have built something greater than the sum of its parts”.  Their new album SEMA4 (released March 2025) showcases the quintet’s stylistic virtuosity and masterful interplay. This follows their three previous critically acclaimed releases: August (2014) \nA Magic Life (2016) and Short Stories (2019). All garnered extensive press acclaim and international radio play\, with Rayner also winning a coveted Ivor Novello Composer Award for ‘There is a Crack in Everything’ from Short Stories. \nWith richly nuanced compositions\, rhythmic interplay and folk-infused melodies\, their music carries a strong sense of narrative and cinematic quality. The group are noted for their vibrant\, communicative performances. \n  \nPRESS\n• ‘Bright\, open jazz music that rejoices in human experience without sentimentalising it’\n★★★★ BBC Music Magazine\n• ‘Openly and joyously communicative’ John Fordham\, UK Jazz News\n• ‘Accessibly idiosyncratic’ Eddie Myer\, Jazzwise ★★★½\n• ‘Engaging and melodic…inspired improvisation running through the songs’ ★★★★ All About Jazz\n• ‘I’ve seldom heard a group sound so tightly inside each other’s mind pockets’ Jazz Views\n• ‘From pure jazz to folk\, blues\, and Latin… versatility and expertise’ Maxazine (FR)\n• ‘Lively fusion and virtuoso improvisations’ Esensja (PL)\nLive:\n• ‘One of the best contemporary jazz groups around – these musicians are making some of the best music of their careers’ thejazzmann.com at Shrewsbury Hive January 2025 \nAWARDS:\n★ Ivor Novello Composer Awards 2019 Alison Rayner\n★ All Party Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2018 ARQ – Ensemble of the Year\n★ British Jazz Awards 2018 ARQ – Best Small Group (Public Vote) \nWebsite: http://www.alisonrayner.com/\nVideo:  ARQ SEMA4 mix \nAlison Rayner: bass | Buster Birch: drums | Deirdre Cartwright: guitar | Diane McLoughlin: saxophone |\nSteve Lodder: piano \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/25-october-arq-jazz-blow-the-fuse/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250609T180015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T090713Z
UID:4218-1760572800-1760659199@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:16 October: Tobias Ben Jacob & Friends: The Songs of Bob Dylan
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 50 years of Blood On The Tracks \nTobias ben Jacob continues his Icons & Influences series\, celebrating 50 years of Bob Dylan’s best selling album\, Blood on the Tracks\, released on 20th January 1975.  \nThis acoustic performance from Tobias Ben Jacob will be enhanced by a string section\, featuring Cori Smith on Viola and Seth Bye (Filkin’s Drift) on violin\, bass and accordion.Together\, they’ll play a selection of songs from Blood on The Tracks\, along with other favourites from throughout Bob Dylan’s career.
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/16-october-tobias-ben-jacob-friends-the-songs-of-bob-dylan/
CATEGORIES:Folk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250617T151510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T085813Z
UID:4239-1760227200-1760313599@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:12 October:  K'antu Ensemble: Music in the Age of Discovery
DESCRIPTION:K’antu Ensemble: Music in the Age of Discovery \n A return visit from K’antu Ensemble is always a much-anticipated highlight at Calstock Arts. Step into a vibrant tapestry of sound with this acclaimed early music collective who are renowned for their exhilarating fusion of classical\, folk\, and world traditions. They breathe new life into early repertoire\, reimagined through a global lens that is as scholarly as it is spirited. Expect an immersive afternoon of rediscovered melodies\, reimagined traditions\, and spirited musical storytelling from one of the UK’s most adventurous early music ensembles. \nFounded in 2012 by soprano and director Ruth Hopkins\, K’antu Ensemble explore the lesser-known corners of early music\, weaving together the rhythmic vitality of Renaissance Europe\, the rich textures of South American dance music\, and the raw energy of traditional folk. Their name – derived from an ancient Peruvian and Bolivian musical tradition – hints at the ensemble’s fascination with the crosscurrents of global musical exchange. \nThe concert features repertoire from the Codex Martínez Compañón (c. 1782-1785) – a manuscript in nine volumes containing 20 musical scores\, the Cancionero de Palacio – a spanish manuscript of Renaissance music compiled between the mid-1470s and the beginning of the 16th century\, and Terpsichore (1612) – a compendium of over 300 instrumental dances arranged by German composer Michael Praetorius. This specially selected line-up of musicians bring lively interpretations of the works offering infectious rhythms\, haunting harmonies\, and a deep sense of connection to music’s timeless power to move and unite. \nK’antu’s dynamic performances have taken them to major UK venues including Bridgewater Hall\, King’s Place\, and St Martin-in-the-Fields. They have broadcast live on BBC Radio 3’s In Tune and toured internationally to Hungary\, Romania\, and Egypt with the British Council. Their albums Gusto and Dancing & the Divine have been featured on BBC Radio 3’s Early Music Show\, Late Junction\, and BBC Introducing. \n “Terrifically interesting and enjoyable…their performances are joyously individual” \nEarly Music Today Magazine \nHave a listen:  K’antu Ensemble: Geamparale – YouTube \n  \nRuth Hopkins: Voice / Renaissance Recorders / Baroque Violin \nJames Akers: Renaissance Lute / Baroque Guitar\nTymoteusz Jozwiak: Percussion                    \nPart One – England: Courts & Conflicts \nTrad. (English) The Miller of Dee/Trad.(English) Jenny Pluck Pears\nT. Ravenscroft (c.1588–1635) The Three Ravens \n\nPlayford (ed.\, 1651) Rufty Tufty\nT. Arbeau (1520–1595) Washerwoman’s Bransle\nJ. Playford (ed.\, 1651) New Almain\nJohnson (c.1583–1633) Galliard “My Lady Mildmay’s Delight”\nT. Hume (c.1579–1645) Tobacco is Like Love\nT. Ravenscroft (c.1588–1635) Come Sirrah Jack Ho\n\nAnon. (Tudor; text attrib. Anne Boleyn\, 1536) O Death\, Rock Me Asleep \n\nPlayford (ed.\, 1651) Parson’s Farewell / Anon. (Dutch) Ghy Die Tot in Opperheld\nT. Ravenscroft (c.1588–1635) The Friar and the Nun / Trad. (English) One Misty Moisty Morning\n\nInterval \nPart Two – Discoveries & Encounters \n\ndel Encina (c.1468–1530) Amor con Fortuna\nAnon. (Cancionero de Upsala\, 1556) Dindirindin\nAnon. (Cancionero de Palacio\, c.1470–1510) Rodrigo Martínez\nJ. del Encina (c.1468–1530) Hoy comamos y bebamos\nG. Fernández (c.1570–1629) Xicochi Conetzintle\nAnon. (Codex Martínez Compañón\, c.1782–1785) Tonada “El Conejo”\nAnon. (Codex Martínez Compañón\, c.1782–1785) Cachua “Quillaya Quillaya”\nTrad. (Mexican) La Bamba\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/12-october-kantu-ensemble-music-in-the-age-of-discovery/
CATEGORIES:Classical
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250514T130053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T173312Z
UID:4162-1759536000-1759622399@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:4 October: Leveret
DESCRIPTION:LEVERET \n ANDY CUTTING • SAM SWEENEY • ROB HARBRON \nLeveret is a unique collaboration between three of England’s finest folk musicians.  Andy Cutting (button accordion)\, Sam Sweeney (fiddle) and Rob Harbron (concertina) are each regarded as exceptional performers and masters of their instruments.  Together their performances combine consummate musicianship\, compelling delivery and captivating spontaneity.  Leveret’s music is not arranged in the conventional sense and the trio rely on mutual trust and musical interaction to create new settings of their repertoire in the moment\, with no two performances alike. Their playing is relaxed and natural\, drawing audiences in and inviting them to share in music making that is truly spontaneous and yet deeply timeless. \n Fiddler Sam Sweeney was the 2015 BBC Folk Awards Musician of the Year and the inaugural Artistic Director of the National Youth Folk Ensemble.  He is known for his work in Bellowhead and The Full English\, and his solo recordings including 2022’s Escape That.  Box player Andy Cutting\, a three-time BBC Folk Awards Musician of the year\, is a compelling solo performer and works with Blowzabella\, Topette\, Anne Niepold\, and Roger Daltrey.  Concertina wizard Rob Harbron leads the English Acoustic Collective Summer School\, released his own solo album Meanders in 2019\, and is known for his work with Emily Portman\, The Full English and Emma Reid. \n Leveret celebrated 10 years on the road in 2023 with Forms\, a new album featuring new and traditional tunes played with the band’s trademark interaction and inventiveness.  Leveret’s music is firmly rooted in the English tradition but sounds fresh and new and over the years their intimate presentation style has charmed countless audiences\, helping the trio build a loyal following and demonstrating the enduring appeal and endless potential of the folk tune.  Listeners new and old can expect incredible musicianship and compelling presentation from a band at the top of their game. \n“What was remarkable was the delicacy and quality of their playing and the empathy between the three men\, watching each other intently as they progressed from repeated melody lines to subtle\, spontaneous variations. It was a magical set.” Robin Denselow\, The Guardian **** \n  \n“This is all about the joy of playing and the intoxicating thrill of three masters of their craft … the empathy between them as the music ebbs and flows is exceptional; you can also see the smiles and winks between them. The feel-good warmth they generate is palpable.” Colin Irwin\, fROOTS \n  \n“Classy players … their intuitive way with tunes is glorious” Mojo \n“You won’t find English folk music played better than this” R2 \n“Inspiringly good” fROOTS \n  \n“In folk music you need to hear the human. Leveret have got that trance-like thing – I’ve taken people to Leveret concerts who don’t necessarily have an interest in folk and they’ve totally got it.  There’s so much in those tunes and it takes real skill to see it and bring it out.  There’s a variation there between the three of them that goes on constantly.  Even if you don’t appreciate what traditional music is you can still be blown away by it…”  \nVerity Sharp [BBC Radio 3 Late Junction] \n“The intimacy and the intensity of this in the round experience was unlike anything I had heard all year. In folk\, it’s the sound of what’s to come” TheArtsDesk.com \n“Music of a rich\, sinewy immersion\, guided by a mutual sense of exploration\, space and a very English kind of swing.  It’s an intimate\, contemporary reinvention of the source material”  \nThe Guardian \n“This glimmering set of instrumentals cuts unfailingly elegant lines” \nThe Sunday Times \n“Sublime\, exquisite music – don’t miss them”   \nMartin Simpson \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/4-october-leveret/
CATEGORIES:Folk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250223T180013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T131043Z
UID:3794-1759449600-1759535999@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:3 October: Aspyrian
DESCRIPTION:“This trio brings together three of the most gifted young improvisers on the current scene.” Pete Churchill (Royal Academy of Music)  \nTwo album releases\, 2 national tours and recipients of 2 awards from Help Musicians\, ‘Aspyrian’ are fast gaining a reputation as one of the most ambitious new acts to emerge on the UK jazz scene. \nAs well as drawing inspiration from many contemporary jazz artists\, the London-based trio are influenced by an eclectic mix of soulful songwriters and alternative bands\, resulting in an ensemble sound that is captivating and truly unique. The band features: \nRobin Porter – Saxophones & Effects \nJack Gillen – Guitar \nMatt Parkinson – Drums \n Aspyrian’s recent album release – ‘to explore (vol. 2)’ – has seen thousands of streams and has been selected for multiple prominent jazz playlists. This release coincided with an 11-date UK tour in Autumn 2024\, with concerts at prestigious venues on the jazz circuit. \n Previous performance highlights include a sold-out show at the 2022 EFG London Jazz Festival as well as an 8-date UK tour in 2023\, with shows at Pizza Express Live and The Jazz Centre UK. Aspyrian’s debut album release – ‘to explore (vol. 1)’ – demonstrates the trio “creating a distinctive and expressive sound” and “[evokes] the freedom of spirit through their combined writing and performing.” (Mike Gates\, UK Vibe). \nPRESS: \n “Creating a distinctive and expressive sound\, the trio express themselves on this\, their debut album\, with a verve and style that suggests a confidence and willingness to improvise far beyond their experience… Collectively\, these three musicians appear to have already discovered an identity for Aspyrian\, one which evokes the freedom of spirit through their combined writing and performing.” \nMike Gates – UK Vibe \nRead the full review here
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/3-october-aspyrian/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250220T140014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T105554Z
UID:3782-1758931200-1759017599@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:27 September: The Storyville Jass Band
DESCRIPTION:The Storyville Jassband\, founded in 1959\, is one of the oldest Trad. Jazzbands from The Netherlands still playing all over the world.  The band focuses on the new music\, called Jazz that became popular during The Roaring Twenties in the US. When New Orleans Jazz came over to Europe\, the European jazzbands of the fifties added their special flavor to the music. The Storyville Jassband has a distinct affiliation with this sound and will continue playing this style of music with great enthusiasm and a touch of humor. \n  \nThe Storyville Jassband has played with numerous guests such as Sheila Collier\, Lillian Boutté. The band celebrated their 50 anniversary with a Jubilee Concert where Chris Barber played as a special guest. \nThe Storyville Jassband has made 11 CD’s of which eight on the Timeless label. \n  \nFrom a recent review: “they were marvelous and exactly what our club loves-good old trad jazz\, but with a difference-very professional and relaxed. We can\, in all honesty \, say that wherever you are in the world\, remember the name and if you come across them\, we strongly recommend you make a point of going to see them” (Farnborough Jazzclub) \nMichael Muller-Trumpet/Vocals/Band Manager \nDuring his career Michael played as a freelance trumpet player. Winner of Jazz Awards and Honorary Citizen of New Orleans. Nowadays he plays lead trumpet as a regular member of The Storyville Jassband. Has a special love for British Traditional Ales. \nEugène de Bruijn-Clarinet/Sax/Vocals \nAs a child prodigy Eugène  played at a very early age with all the famous Jazz players in Holland and even abroad. \nHe graduated both in Classical music and Jazz at The Royal Conservatory of Music. He is a wonderful player and writes beautiful musical arrangements for The Storyville Jassband. \nVincent Roerdink-Trombone/Vocals \nSuperbe Trad-trombone player\, “Tail-Gate specialist Vincent Roerdink has also a very nice voice and is a wonderful scat-vocalist. Winner of vocalist price during International Jazz Festival Breda. \nJules Monen-Contrabass \nJules\, a fantastic professional double bass player with the musical heart in the right place. Young and passionate\, he and the other members of the rhythm section put the orchestra on track. \nStef Geurts-Drums \nStef played most of his career as a professional  classical musician in Symphony Orchestra’s. He is also an acclaimed teacher. \nHowever his love for Jazz is profound and he is a super Jazz drummer as well. \nTom stuip-Banjo \nTom is without doubt one of the most important professional banjo players in Europe. His solo’s are of outstanding beauty. \nThe plectrum banjo is his main instrument. Tom has played all continents except Antartica either as a regular member or as a special guest with numerous bands such as: Dutch Swing College Band\, Down Town Jazzband\, Delerium Tremelo. \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/27-september-the-storyville-jass-band/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250302T140013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T171809Z
UID:3873-1758326400-1758412799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:20 September: Katie Spencer
DESCRIPTION:Raised in the East Yorkshire flatlands on the fringes of Hull\, Katie Spencer’s landscape has always been that of open skies and widening rivers. It is this sense of space and movement that flows through her assured guitar style and songwriting. Now\, as Katie steps into this new era with a third album\, her focus turns to those deeper inner spaces\, inviting the listener to engage with her heartfelt and intricately-crafted songs. \nHer writing\, and most notably her guitar playing stems from a time when the steel-stringed instrument was truly finding its voice. Artists like Joni Mitchell\, Judee Sill\, Julie Byrne and perhaps most evidently Michael Chapman\, weave into her sound. Katie absorbs these influences into her songwriting and with her distinctive deep vibrato and crystal-clear guitar style\, she makes the music inimitably her own. \nKatie will release her third album\, What Love Is\, in October 2025; an intimate collection of ten brand-new songs produced by Matt Ingram (Laura Marling\, The Staves). Recorded in London’s Urchin Studios and featuring prominent players Giacomo Smith (clarinet)\, Max Clilverd (pedal steel)\, Tom Mason (double bass) and Matt Ingram (drums\, synth). What Love Is evokes the spirit of Joni Mitchell’s finest later works\, always honouring without emulating. Lyrically mature and at times pastoral; the album is melodically sophisticated and unflinchingly honest. She moves effortlessly from wide-open jazz-tinged soundscapes\, influenced by Pharoah Sanders and John Abercrombie\, through to the folk-baroque fingerpicking style that her fans admire her for. Her singing is powerful yet warm\, true and pristine in delivery. The musicianship throughout the record feels liberated by Katie’s innovation and confidence\, and the result is a master-class of inspired and beautiful-sounding craftmanship. \nKatie has toured extensively and is a powerful and confident presence on stage\, delivering her finely-tuned music with humour and insight. It is often said that Katie draws audiences into her mesmerising and musically articulate world with gentle affection and care. Her impressive live touring schedule is testament to this\, and has seen her headline some of the most prestigious venues in the UK\, including Portsmouth Cathedral and The Trades Club in Hebden Bridge\, and perform at many respected major folk festivals such as the world-renowned Celtic Connections and Cambridge Folk Festival. Her live history also features many overseas adventures including extensive tours in Europe and Australia (including Port Fairy Folk Festival). This year\, Katie continues to tour widely in the UK and Europe\, and was also invited to represent Britain and perform at the prestigious Folk Alliance International in Montreal\, Canada. She recently became the owner and endorsee of a custom-built signature guitar\, specially crafted for her by distinguished luthier Tom Sands and is looking forward to taking this beautiful instrument out on the road in 2025. \n“Her articulate picking\, with suggestions of folk and jazz\, frames intelligently written songs” – Guitarist Magazine  \n“… a world-class folk guitarist” – fRoots \n“Katie’s guitar playing has echoes of my dear friend the late great Bert Jansch. Like a musical weaver\, she threads her poetic lyrics through the guitar’s strings and produces tapestries of song.” – Ralph McTell \n“One of the most satisfying and spellbinding singer-songwriter collections I’ve encountered in some time.” – RnR Magazine \n“A timeless English folk album…” – Shindig! \n“This is beautifully written and played music\, with the quiet consistency and confidence in its performers of some of Laura Marling’s best work. Wonderful stuff; let this one live with you for a while to discover its powers.” – KLOF \nwww.katiespencer.net 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/20-september-katie-spencer/
CATEGORIES:Folk,Guitar,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250312T140012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T105628Z
UID:3912-1757030400-1757116799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:5 September :Annika Skoogh
DESCRIPTION:Join supremely talented Annika and her band in celebration of some of her absolute favourite songs\, an eclectic mix of jazz standards\, Latin\, Nordic jazz\, contemporary tunes and some original compositions. \nBorn in South America and raised in Sweden\, Annika Skoogh is a highly versatile and celebrated multilingual jazz vocalist with a natural talent who’s based in Exeter. \nShe brings a special blend of Scandinavian charm and Latin flavour to her performances. \nIn 2017\, Annika recorded her first album\, Waters of March with her quartet (featuring Matt Carter\, Al Swainger and Coach York) which was released the following year 2018 to much acclaim. \nIn 2019\, she appeared at BBC Spotlight as part of the Fowey Literature and Art Festival and has performed alongside world-class musicians including Buster Cooper and Art Barton (Buddy Rich\, Stevie Wonder and Bruce Springsteen) former members of the Duke Ellington Orchestra and the\nlate legendary Kathy Stobart (Art Pepper and Humphrey Lyttelton). \nIn 2021\, Annika released her second album with her 6 piece Brazilian Latin band Orpheus which has been well received. \nOver the years\, she has played at some of the biggest UK jazz festivals including Cheltenham Jazz Festival\, The London International Duke Ellington Festival\, The Marlborough International Jazz Festival\, Sidmouth International Jazz Festival and the Bristol Harbour Festival. \nAnnika leads several ensembles with many sold out performances under her belt and has put together a fine stellar band with some of the very best musicians here in the South West and will be joined by Tom Ball – pianist\, John Donnelly – double bass and Gary Evans – drums. \n“…She has a very fine voice and knows how to enhance it to its full quality. She’s a wow!” \nMarlborough International Jazz Festival \n“A singular vocalist capable of both power and sweetness…” St Ives Jazz Club
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/5-september-annika-skoogh/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250623T210547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T210547Z
UID:4255-1752710400-1752796799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:17 July Gallery Bar Special - with The Hungry Bears
DESCRIPTION:Hungry Bears! (band) is an extension of the long-standing Hungry Bears! duo. Rob and Derek have been writing and recording songs for many years\, and\, in support of the forthcoming Hungry Bears! album\, they are taking the songs on the road. \nIn order to produce the new songs live\, they have added bass player Rich Jones and drummer Nick Carter. \nThis is a new project and a departure from the usual show that the Hungry Bears! duo delivers. The new band plays a high proportion of original songs\, together with a selection of well-known\, but not commonly played covers. \nDerek Wood (guitars and vocals) \nDerek provides versatile vocals and an ‘energy charged’ acoustic guitar style that is the trade- mark of the Hungry Bears! sound. His songs are a major feature of the Hungry Bears!  set which comprise an eclectic range of styles. \nWhen Derek is not appearing with Hungry Bears! he performs a solo set consisting of well known\, but less often played covers\, together with some self-penned songs. He has established himself as a solo act in numerous venues in Devon and Cornwall. \nRob Williams (guitar) \nRob is a virtuosic and multi-styled guitarist who met Derek in 2008\, in their previous band ’80 Degrees’. They formed Hungry Bears! as a duo in 2010 and have played in excess of 750 gigs together. Rob has also been involved in many and various other bands including ‘Joey The Lips’ and currently\, with Rich Jones\, is a member of ‘The Filthy Gorgeous’. \nHis guitar playing contributes enormously to the unique Hungry Bears! sound and has co-written some of the songs that feature in the band’s set. \nNick Carter (drums) \nNick Carter has been a professional drummer for over 30 years during which time he’s performed and recorded with a wide variety of artists including Jimmy Osmond\, The Osmond Brothers\, TM Stevens\, Jeff Berlin\, Marco Mendoza\, Swans In Flight\, Doug Wimbish & many more. As a seasoned\, professional player Nick is at-home on stages of any size and has played numerous shows in a wide range of venues around the globe. \nThanks to his dedication and knowledge of all things drum-related\, Nick is also an experienced music journalist\, having previously held the title of editor of Drummer magazine (2012-2014)\, where he conducted interviews with the biggest names in drumming as well as having reviewed the freshest new gear available on the market and devised features aimed squarely at inspiring and educating the next generation of players. \nRich Jones (bass) \nRich is a sought-after bass player with enormous experience\, having played with many bands over a 20 year period. With Rob\, he is also a member of the celebrated band ‘The Filthy Gorgeous’ and joins the new Hungry Bears! project with the aim of contributing to a team intent on creating new music. \nRich’s influences are many and varied from funk and jazz to more melodic mainstream pop. His addition to the band creates\, with Nick Carter\, a driving rhythm section which is the ‘engine room’ of the band. \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/17-july-gallery-bar-special-with-the-hungry-bears/
CATEGORIES:Popular
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250131T193038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T174356Z
UID:3673-1750492800-1750525200@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED 21 June:  Al Swainger - Pointless Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Sadly this gig has been postponed until 2026 keep watching the website for a new date!! \n  \nAl Swainger – Bass and Electronics\, Gary Alesbrook – Flugel\, Gary Bamford – Keyboards\, Jon Clark – Drums and Electronics. \nAl Swainger’s Pointless Beauty invites you to experience a world where sound knows no limits. With a genre-fluid approach that blends spacey atmospheres\, head-bobbing grooves\, and immersive soundscapes\, this ground-breaking ensemble pushes the boundaries of traditional music to create a fresh\, modern sound that captivates and inspires. \nOriginally launched as a studio project in 2014\, the quartet has evolved into a live powerhouse\, performing together since 2023. Described as ‘Cinematic Fusion for the Emotionally Curious\,’ Al Swainger’s Pointless Beauty aims to do more than entertain—its mission is to gently restore mental health and emotional independence through the transformative power of music and art. \nFeel the rhythms\, get lost in the sound\, and let Al Swainger’s Pointless Beauty lift your spirits. \nQuotes :\n• ‘Musically ambitious\, adventurous and imaginative…played with style and panache’ – Theo Travis (Soft Machine\, Steven Wilson)\n• ‘Swainger has a knack for writing catchy melodies with great rhythmic hooks…blown away…highly recommended’ – Nick Lea (Jazz Views)\n• ‘An eclectic range of jazz styles…musically adventurous…’ – London Jazz News\n• ‘Inspiring\, creative and masterful – one of the best gigs I’ve seen in a long time’ – Creative Innovation Centre\, Taunton \nListen on Bandcamp : https://alswainger.bandcamp.com/\nListen on YouTube : Live at the Be-Bop Club
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/21-june-al-swainger-pointless-beauty/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250312T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T095548Z
UID:3884-1749859200-1749945599@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:14 June: South West Chamber Choir
DESCRIPTION:“The South West Chamber Choir\, a group of around 20 singers\, was formed in 1995. \nIt has a wide-ranging repertoire of choral music\, including Elizabethan madrigals\, sacred music by English and continental composers from the sixteenth to the twenty-first century\, romantic part songs\, and works by contemporary composers. \nMuch of the repertoire is sung unaccompanied. \nThe choir has a busy annual programme\, with a concert of sacred music in April as part of the Tavistock Festival of Music & Arts\, a summer concert at venues in West Devon or East Cornwall\, a concert of sacred and secular pieces in November\, and ending with a Carol Concert at Buckland Abbey. \nIn addition\, the choir enjoys a weekend in July singing choral services at cathedrals and abbeys when the resident choir is on holiday.”
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/14-june-south-west-chamber-choir/
CATEGORIES:Choir,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250123T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T172150Z
UID:3636-1749772800-1749859199@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:13 June: Tobias ben Jacob & Chris Cleverley (plus special guest Isabel Inkcap)
DESCRIPTION:Tobias ben Jacob – The Bright Road \n Following on from his solo albums ‘A Polyphonic Life’ and ‘Refuge’ and ten years touring and recording with his duo; Tobias ben Jacob returns to preview some brand new songs from a forthcoming solo album as well as songs from his back catalogue with special guest accompanist Chris Cleverley. \nHailing from Preston\, Lancashire but now based in Devon Tobias’ music is steeped in classic guitar songwriting and folk traditions but makes more unexpected departures into what Tom Robinson called ‘innovative explorations in songwriting’   \n‘’Stand out new- folk\, superb ‘ Chris Hawkins BBC6  \n‘’Significant songs that deserve to be heard ‘ KLOF Mag \nChris Cleverley was born under a solstice moon\, in the honeysuckle mysticism of a late 80s Midsummer. As his fledgling days unfurled\, the symbolic sounds of ‘Hunky Dory’\, ‘Graceland’ and ‘Ladies of The Canyon’ echoed from the woodchip walls of the South Birmingham terrace where he was raised; quiet and curious\, saturnine and shy. Here\, the soul of a young artist was shaped. \nIsabel Inkcap is a young songwriter and folk artist who is ‘quickly cementing her presence as one of the more emotive and heartfelt names emerging this year’ (Luna Collective). She is currently long listed in the Glastonbury Emerging Talent Competition.  \nFast-forward three decades; With five nationally acclaimed records under his belt\, and ringing endorsements from The Times\, Telegraph and BBC6 Music\, 2x FATEA ‘Male Artist of the Year’ Chris Cleverley is described as “One of the most vital voices of his Folk generation” (KLOF) \n His boundary-shattering ‘Dream-Folk’ songwriting sits on the cutting edge of acoustic music. Exploring powerful\, human themes from displaced people to the fragile beauty of our natural world\, we travel with him from the arid deserts of Syria\, to the rich Mediterranean sunsets of the Cretan coastline; a captivating voyage of place\, landscape\, season and self. With a compendium of songs for the misfits\, steeped in love\, joy\, grief\, anxiety and empathy\, his truly immersive performance unites each individual in the room on their own journey towards finding a place in this head-spinning modern world.  \n A true guitar-man\, his breathtaking fingerstyle technique dances above lush ambient soundscapes\, drawing comparisons ranging from Lo-fi American Greats\, Elliott Smith & Sufjan Stevens to UK guitar royalty John Martyn & Nic Jones; a curious tapestry weaved from the hazy psychedelia of the 60s folk revival and the soulful oblivion of the 90s Pacific Northwest. Whether you like your folk music contemporary or classic\, Chris Cleverley has you covered.  \nWith replenishing calm and warm humour\, this unique one-man live show occupies the space between concert performance and yoga nidra meditation; plunging audiences head first into a revitalising journey that promises to leave them feeling that little bit more wholesome than when they arrived. \n Listen to them here \nHauntingly serene. Effortlessly 21st Century. \n “Rather Lovely Electro-Folk” – Radcliffe & Maconie – BBC 6 MUSIC \n“The feel of Elliott Smith and Sufjan Stevens” ★★★★ – Scottish Daily Express \n“Frighteningly brilliant works” – The Daily Star  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/13-june-jacob-drinkwater/
CATEGORIES:Folk,Guitar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250226T180028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T110003Z
UID:3836-1749254400-1749340799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:7 June: Craig Ogden Classical Guitar
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome back Craig Ogden to Calstock Arts. A household name to listeners of Classic FM and BBC Radio 3\, both critically and popularly acclaimed with a string of No.1 recordings to his name\, Australian born Craig Ogden is one of the most successful classical guitarists of his generation. Craig’s relaxed style of concert presentation\, the diversity of his chosen repertoire and his virtuosity have made him a firm favourite with audiences. Expect to be amazed by his incredible skills on the guitar\, along with his warmth and sense of humour that charms every audience. \nCraig has an international career as a soloist and chamber musician in recital\, a prolific recording artist and as a concerto soloist with orchestras around the world.  Recent recordings include a solo recital disc for Chandos\, Craig Ogden in Concert\, a new arrangement of the Goldberg Variations by J.S. Bach with violinist David Juritz and cellist Tim Hugh for Nimbus which has over 4 million streams on Spotify\, Environments II guitar concerto by Irish composer Greg Caffrey with the Ulster Orchestra and Dancing with Piazzolla with the London Tango Quintet\, released in February 2024 and selected as ‘album of the week’ by BBC Radio 3. In 2025 Craig will be releasing a new recording on Chandos with the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet\, of which he is now a regular member. He frequently records for film and has presented programmes for BBC Radio 3\, BBC Northern Ireland\, and ABC Classic FM in Australia. \nListen: https://youtu.be/sBi2qN-I3bI?feature \n“A polished soloist” New York Times \n “This is the real thing: a hugely enjoyable potpourri of pieces that…have not only been firm recital favourites of Ogden’s over the years but of lovers of classical guitar everywhere.” Gramophone \nProgramme: \nSonatina for Guitar     1.Allegretto                      Federico Moreno Torroba \nMadroños \nConcerto op.3 no.9                                                    Antonio Vivaldi/J.S.Bach \n1.Grand                                                                       arr. John Williams \n2.Larghetto \n3. Allegro \nFive Preludes                                                                          Heitor Villa-Lobos \nPrelude No 1 (Homenagem ao sertanejo brasileiro) in homage to the Brazilian country dweller \nPrelude No 2 (Homenagem ao Malandro Carioca) in homage to the rascal of Rio\, the Malandro Carioca \nPrelude No 3 (Homenagem a Bach) in homage to Bach \nPrelude No 4 (Homenagem ao Indio Brasileiro) in homage to the Brazilian Indios \nPrelude No 5 (Homenagem ao Vida Social) in homage to social life: ‘to the fresh-faced young boys and girls who go to concerts and the theatre in Rio’. \nINTERVAL \nIncantation no.3 (Homage to Stanley Myers)                        William Lovelady \nIncantation no.6 (Homage to Hugh Masakela) \nIncantation in G (Donegal) \nLullaby of Birdland                                                                  George Shearing  \n                                                                                                arr. William Lovelady \nThe Usher Waltz                                                                     Nikita Koshkin \nKinkachoo I Love You                                                             Philip Houghton \nLes Voix Humaines                                                                 Marin Marais \nIntroduction\, Theme & Variations                                         Fernando Sor \non a theme from Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/7-june-craig-ogden-classical-guitar/
CATEGORIES:Classical,Guitar,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250216T140008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T105939Z
UID:3731-1748563200-1748649599@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:30 May: A Song Recital: From La Scala to Broadway
DESCRIPTION:  \nLOUISE INNES (Mezzo-Soprano)  \nJAMES CLEVERTON (Baritone)  \nJONATHAN DELBRIDGE (Piano) \n  \n Join us for a delightful evening of music-making\, with much loved arias\, duets and popular musical hits.  \n  \nInternationally renowned Louise Innes made her Covent Garden debut singing Mercedes (Carmen). Since then her operatic roles have taken her all over the world from the Royal Opera House in London to the La Scala\, Milan to Paris\, Vancouver\, Istanbul and Japan. On the concert platform\, Louise has performed Handel’s Messiah in Barcelona\, Beethoven’s Mass in C at the St Magnus Festival in Orkney and Beethoven’s 9th Symphony at the Aldeburgh Festival. Louise also \nregularly appears in Cabaret venues across the country with Charlie Bicknell and has developed a passion for singing in different styles\, particularly jazz and musical theatre. When not performing\, she teaches singing at Wells Cathedral School and Wellington School\, Somerset. Listen: QD7DLX433Xs \n  \nJames Cleverton\, described in the Guardian as “outstanding\, handsome sounding and wonderfully subtle”\, studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Zürich Opera’s International Opera Studio. James’ repertoire ranges from Handel and Wagner to contemporary opera. He has appeared in principal roles at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden\, English National Opera\, Glyndebourne Festival Opera\, Scottish Opera\, Welsh National Opera\, Opera North\, Opernhaus Zürich\, Salzburg Festival\, Theater St Gallen\, Opéra de Rennes and the major UK opera festivals.  James also regularly appears as guest soloist in the Classical Spectacular gala concerts with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall\, the Royal Festival Hall\, the Bridgewater Hall\, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and Birmingham Symphony Hall.  Listen: sGZ67W79Mvo \n  \nJonathan Delbridge was brought up in south-east Cornwall. He championed local music-making throughout Cornwall before relocating to Crewkerne where he now runs the South Somerset Music Centre. With over 20 years’ experience as a professional pianist\, he is well known for his dynamic and diverse concert programmes\, playing music ranging from classical to jazz and musical theatre\, performed on both piano and organ. Renowned for his engaging performances\, Jonathan enjoys providing insightful commentary to enrich the audience’s experience. He is a highly sought-after accompanist\, regularly collaborating with leading soloists\, including Crispian Steele-Perkins (trumpet) and Arwel Huw Morgan (bass-baritone). His venue appearances range from the iconic Royal Albert Hall and Birmingham Symphony Hall to intimate settings\, such as his village church in Lopen\, Somerset. Listen: fiWa3arRquo \nProgramme  \n From Carmen – Bizet \nHabanera\nVotre toast\nAh\, je t’aime \nFrom Samson and Delilah – Saint-Saens  \nMon cœur s’ouvre a ta voix  \nFrom Macbeth – Verdi \nPieta\, rispetto\, onore  \nFrom Carnival of the Animals – Saint-Saens  \nAquarium \nFrom the Marriage of Figaro – Mozart \nVoi che sapete \nFrom Don Giovanni – Mozart \nDeh\, vieni alla finestra\nLa ci darem la mano  \nFrom the Merry Widow – Lehar\nLove unspoken \n  \nINTERVAL \n  \nNuit d’étoiles – Debussy\nAprès un rêve – Faure\nLes berceaux – Faure \nDon Quichotte a dulcinee – Ravel \nGymnopodie 1 – Satie \n  \nMusical Theatre and more…. \nLa vie en Rose – Louiguy\nOn the Street where you live – Loewe\nCharming Weather – Monckton & Talbot\nAmerican in Paris medley – Gershwin \nThe Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein \nOh what a beautiful morning\nI can’t say no\nPeople will say were in love \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/30-may-a-song-recital-from-la-scala-to-broadway/
CATEGORIES:Classical
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250428T042811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T105805Z
UID:4095-1747526400-1747612799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:18 May: Calstock Singers - Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:Calstock Singers are pleased to present their Spring Concert.  The theme is “Dreams” \nYou don’t have to leave the village to enjoy an afternoon of  “dreamy” songs\, some you will know well and others which may be new to you. \nPlease keep the afternoon of Sunday 18th May free and get your ticket early.
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/18-may-calstock-singers-spring-concert/
CATEGORIES:Choir
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20240919T170052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T102844Z
UID:3182-1747440000-1747526399@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:17 May: Adam Sweet Band
DESCRIPTION:Adam Sweet delivers brooding blues and rootsy rock\, balancing richly detailed song writing\, soulful vocals and expertly piercing guitar work. Taking his cue from the British blues boom sounds and rock riffs of the 60s and 70s\, the independent blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter has carved out his own territory between classic rock\, blues and Americana. \nSince being crowned Introducing Stage winners at The Great British Rock and Blues Festival in 2023 the Adam Sweet Band have been rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the tightest units on the circuit. They have continued to build on their success with triumphant performances at venues and festivals across the UK\, including London’s 100 Club\, the Brudenell Social Club\, Sidmouth & Rye International Jazz & Blues Festivals\, Upton Blues Festival and they have supported the likes of Wishbone Ash\, Kris Barras Band and Elles Bailey. \nThe Adam Sweet Band features: \n\nGarry Kroll on drums (whose touring and recording credits include Mark Ronson\, Joss Stone\, Sandi Thom\, Elles Bailey and Andrea Bocelli)\nPaddy Blight on bass (Robben Ford\, The Hoosiers\, Andy Timmons\, Wildwood Kin)\nThomas Hughes on Hammond organ (Nektar\, Eddie Floyd\, Geno Washington\, Danny Bryant\, The Selecter)\n\nIn 2024 the band released ‘Live at Crescent Records’ with the accompanying YouTube series clocking up over 80k views in the first few months of its release. \nThe Adam Sweet Band features: \n\nGarry Kroll on drums (whose touring and recording credits include Mark Ronson\, Joss Stone\, Sandi Thom\, Elles Bailey and Andrea Bocelli)\nPaddy Blight on bass (Robben Ford\, The Hoosiers\, Andy Timmons\, Wildwood Kin)\nThomas Hughes on Hammond organ (Nektar\, Eddie Floyd\, Geno Washington\, Danny Bryant\, The Selecter)
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/17-may-adam-sweet-band/
CATEGORIES:Blues
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250122T103954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T173336Z
UID:3622-1747353600-1747439999@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:16 May:  India Electric Company
DESCRIPTION:India Electric Co. return to their roots with a series of more acoustic based duo shows in more intimate surroundings than their recent support tours across the UK and Europe with shows including their debut at The London Palladium. \nShowcasing their latest album ‘Pomegranate’ bringing fresh\, stripped back arrangements to songs they’ve traveled the world with\, these concerts will take the band back to where it all began\, sometimes folk\, sometimes not. \nAfter a mammoth 60+ date UK and European support tour with Midge Ure and live sessions with BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music they return in 2024 with their long awaited third studio album.  With The Daily Telegraph giving them  **** and declaring them “Bursting with invention and full of surprises.” and FRUK describing them as “one of the truly pioneering acts” they will be bringing their unique headline shows to audiences throughout the year. \n“Two of the most extraordinary musicians\, a phenomenal duo” – BBC Radio 2 \n**** “Busy as rush hour but full of light\, describing a life alive with motion” – The \nIndependent \n“One of the truly pioneering acts in folk music” – FRUK \n**** “Classy pop” – The Scotsman \nListen here & check out the links below \n________________________ \n  \nhttps://indiaelectricco.com/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/indiaelectricco \nhttps://www.instagram.com/thiscolestacey \nhttps://spoti.fi/3uoojzo \nhttps://www.youtube.com/indiaelectricco
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/16-may-india-electric-company/
CATEGORIES:Folk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20230201T174958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T173431Z
UID:3634-1746748800-1746835199@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:9 May: Co-operative Big Band @ 1930
DESCRIPTION:Calstock Arts are delighted to welcome the Co-operative Big Band who are returning to the Old Chapel  again after excellent performances over the last few year.s \nFormed in 2009 with a small group of students and private pupils  by Pete Twyman. They are kindly performing as a fund raiser for themselves and Calstock Arts. \nThe Cooperative Big Band prides itself on being regards as a very professional & democratic youth big band. The band is tutored by professional musicians and consists of a mixture of students from Lipson Cooperative Academy and several other schools across the region. \nThe band’s big break was being booked to play for the America’s Cup on Sky TV along such artists as Seth Lakeman. The addition of ex Royal Marine Bandsman\, who play regularly with the band\, has created an emulation model for the players. \nNow led by Gav Martin\, currently a Teacher of music at Lipson Cooperative Academy and former WO1 Bandmaster Royal Marines Band Service\, the band have performed at many prestigious events including the Theatre Royal Plymouth & Plymouth Pavilions and they have won Best Regional Big Band at the Saltash Music Festival for 5 consecutive years! \nThey have an extensive repertoire of swing\, funk\, & soul music and have up to 30 members performing at some engagements. The line up consists of a standard rhythm section\, trumpets\, and trombones and a large saxophone section. \nCome and listen to these great young people; the musicians of tomorrow! Media | Co-operative Big Band \nFor more information see Co-operative Big Band \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/9-may-co-operative-big-band-1930/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music,Other,World Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20250207T140036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T091738Z
UID:3685-1746144000-1746230399@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:2 May: The Prophecy Of Merlin: A Cornish Tale set to Music
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to an hour of fast-moving oral storytelling and achingly beautiful music; an epic adventure story by Mike O’Connor and Barbara Griggs. After the story there will be a break followed by a 45 minute talk on the history and folklore behind it. \nThe original Prophecy of Merlin was a Cornish-language document of the 11th century or earlier\, now lost. It was the basis of the Prophetia Merlini of about 1153 written by John of Cornwall\, a priest from St Germans in Cornwall. In cryptic language\, John criticised Saxon and Norman incomers and advocated British rule. The main historical sources for the tale are Merlin in Cornwall\, a Ph.D. thesis by Michael A. Faletra\, and Julyan Holmes’ An Dhargan a Verdhin: The Prophecy of Merlin. Athelstan’s ‘cleansing’ of the Cornish from Devon was recorded by William of Malmesbury in his De Gestis Regum Anglorum of 1125.  \nMusic is integral to the tale and is exquisitely dovetailed into the performance. Melodies are linked with principal characters and events. Music supports action\, mood\, and emotion. An Dhargan\, Yn Termyn eus Passyes\, Dons Rys an Kam\, Kan Pibough Sagh\, Kri Bran\, Ilow Kosk\, and An Dasserghyans are by Barbara. Kynvan Bran and Medhel an Gwyns are by Mike. Kan an Alwedh is a unique tune from the time of John of Cornwall\, possibly from St Germans. \nSince the bronze-age\, bards have declaimed battle honours\, genealogies\, histories\, and stories\, both to entertain and also to endorse the positions of their rulers. By camp-fires and hearths\, families told tales to entertain and educate both adults and children. As late as the 19th century\, travelling storytellers in Cornwall told tales in return for bed and board.  \nMike O’Connor OBE is a well-known storyteller\, with a deep knowledge of legend and folk tale\, and great skill with language. A bard of Gorsedh Kernow\, he is respected as a violinist\, songwriter\, and musicologist\, and known to many for his music for TV’s Poldark. He is responsible for the musicology\, folklore and history behind this tale. \nBarbara Griggs is a skilled and sensitive musician\, and a fine storyteller. She too is a bard as well as being a Gorsedh harpist. Her music has been described as having ‘breath-taking beauty.’ She is the expert on costume and custom\, and with Mike\, has worked to integrate words\, sound effects and music to high praise. \nMike and Barbara’s Return to Lyonesse won a British Award for Storytelling Excellence and Odysseus Dreaming was an acclaimed retelling of Homer.
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/2-may-the-prophecy-of-merlin-a-cornish-tale-set-to-music/
CATEGORIES:Classical,stories
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241014T100437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250101T122142Z
UID:3294-1745625600-1745711999@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:26 April: Swing from Paris
DESCRIPTION:Often described as ‘the finest gypsy jazz in the Cotswolds’\,  Swing from Paris are a UK quartet of violin\, guitars and double bass. Inspired by the great swing bands of the 1930s and ‘40s\, they present their own versions of music by Gershwin\, Piazzolla\, John Lewis\, Django Reinhardt\, Stéphane Grappelli and the Hot Club of France. They’ve been seen on the BBC’s Hairy Bikers\, and have appeared at major jazz festivals including Cheltenham\, Brecon and the Django Reinhardt Festival at Samois sur Seine. Expect stylish jazz and vintage swing. \nListen: \n\nSpotify Afternoon in Paris (2022)\nBandcamp swingfromparis.bandcamp.com\nWatch:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNRFiIYRV7U\nTu vuò fà l’americano https://youtu.be/0vTa94ExdSo\nLa mer La mer (Swing from Paris) (youtube.com)
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/swing-from-paris/
CATEGORIES:Jazz
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241002T130002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T225306Z
UID:3248-1745481600-1745514000@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:24 April: Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman
DESCRIPTION:Back again for their 30th Anniversary Tour! \nDuos come and duos go\, and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating. \nFor three decades Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman’s partnership has proved personal\, permanent and pivotal. \nFrom their roots in 90’s folk supergroup ‘Equation‘ through to becoming a revered duo in the folk music scene this multi award-winning folk music couple continue to exude timeless class with their exquisite brand of traditional and contemporary acoustic music. \n2025 sees them celebrate 30 years of their musical partnership with the release of their first live concert album. Titled ‘Another Day At The Circus’ it perfectly encapsulates the intimate poignancy of an evening with a couple at the top of their game. \nKathryn and Sean have twice been voted BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Best Duo as well as winning Best Duo honours from both Spiral Earth and Fatea Magazine. \n“It’s folk music for the modern age.” –The Telegraph\, London“These guys are something very special” –Acoustic Magazine“Rightly regarded as one of the most engaging folk / acoustic duos on the circuit” –Rock n’ Reel‘The couple’s intimacy and strength of passion on stage have won them many fans and an enviable reputation as ‘songwriters par excellence’-fRoots
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/24-april-kathryn-roberts-and-sean-lakeman/
CATEGORIES:Folk,Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250413
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241220T171428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T090235Z
UID:3547-1744416000-1744502399@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:12 April: Sarah Yeo
DESCRIPTION:Calstock Arts are pleased to introduce Sarah Yeo a singer/songwriter from Devon who delivers a unique blend of original folk/country songs\, with a breathtaking and soulful voice that has been likened to Karen Carpenter. \nSarah’s mature and captivating songwriting\, accomplished musicianship and engaging stage presence gives audiences a flavour of British songwriting at its finest and has been influenced by artists such as Gretchen Peters and Joni Mitchell. \nSarah has enjoyed radio play on the BBC and Independent Radio stations and has won fans around the UK and in the USA. \nA ‘Blues and Roots Songwriting Finalist’ Sarah has shared stages with renowned artists such as Kezia Gill\, The Wandering Hearts & Ward Thomas and has performed pre-show at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall on Bonnie Raitt’s 2023 UK tour. \nSarah’s recent studio album release ‘The Wisdom of the Wind’ will be the focus of her 2025 tour. Audiences will hear songs from this highly acclaimed album and some of Sarah’s diverse back catalogue written and performed over the past 20 years. \nLines – Sarah Yeo LIVE @ the West Country Sessions – with Sarah Jory
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/12-april-sarah-yeo/
CATEGORIES:Folk,Guitar,Music,World Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241110T110044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T182405Z
UID:3435-1743840000-1743872400@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:5 April: The Bridge - Eduardo Martin & Ahmed Dickson
DESCRIPTION:Calstock Arts are thrilled to announce that Eduardo Martin  & Ahmed Dickinson will perform at the Old Chapel this spring.  Ahmed and former mentor\, grammy-nominated Eduardo\, both amazing Cuban acoustic guitarists\, perform their mix of jazz\, flamenco and Cuban music! \nThe Bridge is Cuba’s most internationally acclaimed guitar duo. With their musical empathy\, Eduardo Martín and Ahmed Dickinson transform their concerts into a vehicle that connects\, incorporates and juxtaposes their different generations; and the spiritual journey that drives their thrilling yet soothing performances. \nLike many other Cubans or Caribbean\, they enjoy a natural sense of rhythm. The guitar is their favoured instrument\, which idiomatically conveys all the melodic and rhythmic intricacies of South- America’s cultural diversity. \nThe Bridge is a compilation of the most alluring works for two guitars by Grammy nominee composer Eduardo Martín. \nHere\, classical styles and rock merge with son montunos; old Yoruba chants\, feel-good rumbas\, funk- boleros\, new age tunes and cinematic pieces sit alongside Cuban tumbaos with slap bass. \nListen to them below – \nhttps://youtu.be/ZL7m1dg3SNw \nhttps://youtu.be/oYETOtkNyh0 \nhttps://youtu.be/0v57ZR9fZSM
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/5-april-the-bridge-eduardo-martin-ahmed-dickson/
CATEGORIES:Guitar,Jazz,Music,World Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241219T115840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T154144Z
UID:3529-1743724800-1743811199@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:4 April: Rachael McShane and the Cartographers
DESCRIPTION:Rachael McShane is a renowned folk singer\, cellist\, fiddle and viola player from the North East of England. She gained fame as an original member of the award-winning folk big band Bellowhead\, touring with them extensively and making a number of television appearances. The band recorded five studio albums and\, together\, they won a staggering total of 8 BBC Folk Awards. Parting ways in 2016\, the band returned in 2022 for a series of ecstatically-received performances that reminded audiences of their unique alchemy\, energy and talent. \nAway from her Bellowhead fame\, Rachael is a much sought-after performer and record- ing artist. Her debut solo album\, No Man’s Fool arrived in 2009 via Navigator Records\, establishing impressive credentials that eventually led her to signing with the prestigious Topic Records\, the oldest independent record label in the world. She also is the leader of The Cartographers\, a band that have garnered a loyal following thanks to their impressive live performances and critically acclaimed debut album\, When All Is Still (2018). \nUncharted\, the long awaited new album from Rachael McShane & The Cartographers is due to be released in Spring 2025 and features the exceptional talents of guitarist Ian Stephenson (Kan\, Baltic Crossing)\, and melodeon player Julian Sutton (Kathryn Tickell\, Sting). Andy May (Andy May Trio\, Jez\, Lowe) joins them for a few numbers on piano and a host of friends from the folk scene add backing vocals along the way. Their music is a powerful blend of traditional folk and contemporary sounds\, with Rachael’s stunning voice and instrumental skills leading the line. \nWith her extensive experience and formidable talent\, Rachael McShane is a sought- after performer and workshop leader. Rachael McShane & The Cartographers are available now for concerts and festivals. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/4-april-2025-rachel-mcshane-and-the-cartographers/
CATEGORIES:Folk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250330T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241207T233005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T174339Z
UID:3498-1743321600-1743354000@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:30 March: The Hathor Duo @ 1530
DESCRIPTION:Hathor Duo enjoys exploring the enchanting range of repertoire available to the pairing of flute and harp\, spanning from their own arrangements of classical works and folk music to contemporary works. Both Meera Maharaj and Lucy Nolan studied at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) and have since given frequent duo recitals across the UK\, from North Yorkshire to Devon. The duo recently performed at Kings Lynn and Beaminster Festivals. They are both passionate chamber musicians and have performed at venues including Bridgewater Hall\, Cadogan Hall\, Stoller Hall and the Royal Albert Hall. \nAs ‘Live Music Now’ artists\, they also bring performances into the wider community across the country. Outreach is an intrinsic element of musical life for both Meera and Lucy and they enjoy giving interactive concerts in schools for children with special educational needs and disabilities\, and in care homes. \nListen here  & here \nMeera enjoys a diverse performing career. Her duo with pianist Dominic Degavino has enjoyed much success and since 2013 she has frequently performed with guitarist James Girling\, as the Meraki Duo. Competition successes include first prize in the Royal Academy of Music Flute Competition and Dutch International Flute Competition\, plus the Sussex Prize for Woodwind in the 2023 Royal Overseas League competition. She graduated with Distinction in her Masters\, studying with Michael Cox at the Royal Academy of Music. In 2017\, she graduated from the RNCM (first class honours)\, studying with Wissam Boustany and Laura Jellicoe. Meera is co-principal flute of the Chineke! Orchestra. \nGraduating from Oxford University and the RNCM with distinctions in postgraduate degrees\, Lucy was the recipient of a number of prizes and a finalist in the RNCM’s Gold Medal weekend\, the highest accolade awarded for performance. As well as featuring in performances for BBC Radio 3 and Radio 4\, she regularly works with orchestras such as the Hallé\, Manchester Concert Orchestra and the Royal Northern Sinfonia. Lucy is a founding member of the contemporary music group\, SHOAL\, who recently composed music for a short film for Channel 4\, and premiered works at New Music North West Festival\, Bury Light Festival and Hull City of Culture. \n  \n PROGRAMME \n J.S. Bach – Sonata in G Minor \nGeorg Philipp Telemann –  Fantasia No. 8 \nJean Sibelius –  Nocturne \nDonald Grant (arr. Hathor) –  Chrissie’s \nMcKay/Stout –  Throw’s Jig \nRhonda Larson – Lughnasa \n  \nINTERVAL \n  \nCamille Saint-Saëns – Fantasie\, Opus 124 \n 1. Tournier – Au Matin \nMaurice Ravel –  Pavane pour une infante défunte \nLili Boulanger – Nocturne \nHamilton Harty – In Ireland
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/30-march-the-hathor-duo/
CATEGORIES:Classical,Music,World Music
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250330
DTSTAMP:20260408T040738
CREATED:20241219T110009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T151804Z
UID:3523-1743206400-1743292799@calstockarts.org
SUMMARY:29 March: Derek Nash with The Martin Dale Quartet
DESCRIPTION:If you have ever watched Jools Holland seeing in the New Year on BBC2\, right at the front of the band is Derek Nash on alto sax. He is one of the UK’s top players and is joining another in South West\, tenor sax star Martin Dale and his Quartet. \nCalstock Arts are thrilled to welcome Derek\, Martin and the trio back to the Old Chapel for another evening of fabulous entertainment. \nDerek’s long relationship with Martin started with Be Bop star John Burch’s Kentish Octet\, where they performed\, toured and recorded together many times.  Their swinging bravado\, showmanship and humour join together for a superb evening of Jazz standards in a style that remembers great sparring Saxophone heroes like Ronnie Scott and Tubby Hayes\, or Zoot Sims and Al Cohn. \nDerek is a full time member of the Jools Holland Rhythm and Blues Orchestra since 2004\, has led Sax Appeal for over forty years\, leads his award winning Acoustic Quartet\, fronts the funk/fusion band Protect the Beat\, the Latin band Picante\, the “The Wonder of Stevie” show and is a member of the Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion. He is renowned for his energetic\, vibrant\, passionate and charismatic performances on all four saxophones from sonorous baritone to soaring soprano. \n“…bravura display of contemporary saxophone” The Observer \n“…breathtaking” The Sunday Times \n“From smooth cool to groovy funk\, to ingeniously recast standards…the music fizzes with energy…***** “ The Observer \nThe Martin Dale Quartet (MDQ) is a long established West Country based band\, featuring Martin (tenor sax) Gavin Martin (piano)\, Kevin Sanders (bass) and Dennis Harris (drums). \nMartin has been a full time musician since he was 16 when he joined the Royal Marines Band Service. He studied jazz saxophone at the Guildhall school of music during his time in the service. He has played with most of the UK’s leading jazz musicians and toured with the Jack Bruce Blues Band. He plays in the style of his 3 favourite tenors\, Hayes\, Scott and his close friend Dick Morris set. \nGavin Martin has been MDQ’s regular piano player for quite a few years now\, he also had  full career in the band Service playing trumpet and piano. Also eager to learn more tunes he has become an accomplished jazz player and great accompanist. He plays with a few West Country bands and also teaches music in a local academy. \nKevin Sanders is a long standing member of the quartet and is one of the most in demand bass players in the S.West. He has a wealth of knowledge\, and you can rarely catch him out when you “call a tune “. A fine player and he also writes for a very popular Bass magazine. \nDennis Harris is the longest serving member of the quartet\, he has been with the band since the very beginning and still “swings like the clappers “; not too busy just a good old “proper groover”\, which suits the MDQ perfectly.
URL:https://calstockarts.org/event/29-march-derek-nash-with-the-martin-dale-quartet/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR