Making a welcome return to Calstock Arts, this autumn, are the Mojito trio. Featuring 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, they bring their own […]
Calstock Arts is pleased to host - Film Expo South Festival of Short Films Be prepared to be surprised, entertained, and inspired by this varied and enjoyable programme of independent short film, presented by Dorset-based film development organisation Film Expo South. Featuring both drama and comedy short films, the programme includes the winners of Film […]
Both Peter Knight and John Spiers have made long lasting and significant contributions to the English folk scene via their work with Steeleye Span and Bellowhead respectively, and each in their own way has changed the perception of what traditional music can be, introducing it to much wider audiences. As members of the Gigspanner Big Band, they have […]
After a highly successful solo concert in January 2024, Calstock Arts is delighted to welcome back the virtuosa violinist, Philippa Mo. Between January and November 2025, Philippa will be playing a series of concerts ‘SUITE FANTASIA CAPRICE’ in which the music of Johann Sebastian Bach will be highlighted, tracing his progression as a composer from […]
Calstock Arts is delighted to welcome back the ever popular Levowan Chamber Choir to perform their Christmas concert. Founded in 2015 and brought together to celebrate in the collective joy of making music, Levowan Chamber Choir has now become well-established in the South West. The ensemble performs several concerts each year at venues across Devon […]
Annown - Bio Acclaimed Cornish folkabilly duo Annown have won plaudits from the likes of Tom Robinson, (BBC Radio 6), Blues and Folk Radio, Rewind Radio,The Cornwall Folk Festival, (where they have played 5 times), the Fatea showcase and many more festivals and radio stations. They have racked up literally hundreds of radio plays across […]
The Rubber Band is a lively, energetic, quirky band performing a heart-warming mix of funked-up traditional local music, interspersed with sing a long jazziness - the musicians are very flexible. We invite you to come and join in the fun.
"It's a Jazzy Christmas!" After a gap year, Marianne and Peter return with their relaxing rendering of well known Christmas and Jazz standards. Take time out from the Christmas rush to chill and chat. Tea/coffee/cake available & bar. Free entry, donations invited for Calstock Arts.
Hedera Hedera is a (mostly) instrumental project from Bristol featuring Lulu Austin (violin), Maisie Brett (violin, viola), Tamsin Elliott (accordion, harp), Beth Roberts (double bass, violin) and Isis Wolf-Light (clarinets). They perform original and traditional pieces inspired by music from England, Scotland, France, Bali, Georgia, Bulgaria, Ethiopia and beyond, translated through a prism of experimental […]
Highly acclaimed, local musician, Alison Smith (www.alisonsmithguitar.com) has been described as one of the most exciting and lyrical guitarists to emerge in recent years. Delighting audiences with her fluid technique and expressive playing, she will be performing an exciting and varied programme, including works by Giuliani, Bach, Mertz, Ryan, Lovelady and Garcia. Here is a […]
''This exciting quartet by Bristol-based saxophonist and composer Alex Merritt brings together four distinctive improvisers, and voices on their respective instruments, to interpret original material of Alex’s that draws inspiration from both classical composers such as Maurice Ravel, Olivier Messiaen and Henri Dutilleux as well as a host of contemporary jazz influences. The band will […]
Stompin’ Dave Electric Duo You might not have had the chance to see Dave in action, but many consider him one of the most exciting, energetic, and entertaining musicians on the current live music scene. In 2024 Dave was nominated for a UK Blues Award. “In other parts of the world they have cyclones, tornados, […]