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A selection of the Guests seen
Every Wednesday At 9pm Throughout The Year

Guest Date Details
Alistair Russell 23 May 2001 Sings from the heart because he believes in the words, a skilled musician with a proven pedigree.
One of the most distinctive and finest voices in Folk Music.
Allan Taylor 8 May 1996 One of the very finest singer songwriters produced in this country, the gentle, thoughtful & mature songs of a major contributor to the folk scene for over 30 years.
Anthony John Clarke 22 Sept 2004 Irish born professional performer, his style ranges from humorous songs to more serious reflective comments on life as he sees it!
His songs "Seven in Ireland" & "Irish Eyes" have been described as two of the best songs ever written about Ireland.
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Back of the Moon 25 Feb 2004 The best up & coming young Scottish band, some of the most accomplished performers, destined for musical success. They have played at Edinburgh Fringe, Sidmouth, Glasgow Celtic Connections, been finalists in the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Awards 2000, won prestigious awards. A group to watch out for!
Bandersnatch 30 June 2004 Six individuals of immense experience create a sound that combines rich vocal harmonies with excellent musicianship. Within two or three bars you will know that you are in for a treat! Bandersnatch are quite simply a delight! Expect a magical and moving experience & if all that's not good enough the band are 'Game for a laugh' with their spontaneous patter perfectly pitched to please.
Ben Sands 3 Mar 2004 Ben Sands’ songs, music & stories paint pictures of those early, influential years on a small farm in Newry, County Down on the East coast of Ireland. He was born in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains. The family home became a very popular "Ceili-House", the focus for singers & musicians from miles around, Ben became a cornerstone of the illustrious Sands Family & is a successful solo performer & recording artiste, a "great singer of great songs".
Bernard Carney 15 Oct 2003 Bernard Carney is a genius, a world class act, a professional performer for 28 years. Split your sides with soft-spoken Australian humour, listen to a love song or lullaby, accompanied on sensitive & exquisite guitar. Artist of the year Port Fairy Folk Festival, Victoria, 2003.
Biggles Wartime Band 29 May 1996 Biggles have been around a long time! Comedy is the order of the day with lots of corny gags! They take every kind of music and slaughter it! None of it stands a chance! Stars of Glastonbury!!!
Bill Jones 17 May 2000 Bill plays accordion & electric piano, & has a voice of clarity & purity. Her narrative & contemporary ballads, love songs & tunes, are delivered in a splendid evening out.
Bob Greenwoods
Rhythmn Rascals 10 Sept 1997 Bob Greenwood's Rhythm Rascals play music from the 1920/1930's USA, music you would have heard on street corners, on scratchy old 78's and in small vaudeville theatres in rural towns. A mix of old-time Blues, Ragtime, Gospel, Hawaiian and period novelty material.
Bram Taylor 16 June 2004 An entertaining artist with a superb voice & relaxed stage presence. He performs on acoustic guitar, duet concertina or unaccompanied & has an infectious sense of humour.
Breige Murphy 8 Oct 2003 Born & raised in the musically fertile area of Forkhill, South Armagh. Five years ago she began to write her own songs, made a demo with Colum Sands who played it on his BBC radio programme, this led to her performing at many prestigious events. Christy Moore is one of her fans!
Brian Peters 3 Dec 2003 With a high level of skill on English squeezebox, melodeon (button accordion) & anglo concertina, a great voice, an energetic stage presence & a fine guitarist, folk music's finest ambassador.
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Carl Hogsden &
Jane Threfall 28 Oct 1999 The best Celtic traditional music with beautiful arrangements of guitar, mandolin, appalachian dulcimer & percussion. Singers of great excellence, folk club residents in the North, fast gaining the respect of folk clubs & festivals across the country.
Cathryn Craig &
Brian Willoughby 24 Mar 2004 Welcome return to this popular duo. Cathryn from Tennessee, one of the finest acoustic performers/songwriters in the UK today. Her grandfather was recorded by Cecil Sharp. Brian is best known as guitarist for the STRAWBS, Maddy Prior & Nanci Griffin, began his professional career with Mary Hopkin, between sessions, producing and touring. Expect a wonderful night.
Chris Parkinson 4 June 2003 Chris worked with Ralph McTell & Billy Connolly on the soundtrack for Billy`s TV series "World Tour Of England, Ireland and Wales" An impressive catalogue of live and recorded work, performs with the best. Amazingly good the performer.
Clive Gregson 23 & 24 Nov 2004 Ticket Only !!!!! One of Britain's most cultured singer-songwriters, has recorded & performed internationally, his songs have been recorded by many artists. Clive is currently trying to dream up something special to mark his 25th anniversary as a professional musician in 2005.
Colin & Karen
Thompson 8 May 2002 Karen's clear voice with a style well suited to lyrical & rhythmical melodies, her choice of songs is excellent.
Colin's guitar playing - well, you will hear no better English Folk Guitar.
Colum Sands 13 Oct 2004 A wonderful evening of entertainment with evocative melodies, colloquial lyrics and gentle humorous tales.
An established reputation, his songs are in the repertoire of artistes from Billy Connolly to Maddy Prior and June Tabor.
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Damien Barber 13 Oct 1999 A mature and experienced performer, impeccable musical taste, guitar and concertina. Damien is a good singer, and not afraid to show he means it when a song moves him.
Dana Robinson 26 May 2004 Born in Oregon & raised in California, with an eye for vivid detail, Dana sings stories of the American landscape.
With a rich voice, hot guitar and fiddle playing embodies both the heart and the soul of folk music.
Dave Ellis 21 July 1999 2003 makes 20 years on the road, first started playing guitar age nine, first live gigs started aged 17, working local colleges. Blues Guitarist Dave works in a solo capacity featuring acoustic and electric guitar work.
Dave Gibb 12 Mar 2003 Distinctive guitarist, a voice that carries, super songwriter, a talent to watch for on the folk scene. Dave's songwriting is rooted firmly in the traditions and history of Scotland and its people. Bluesy, folky, jazzy are all in evidence.
Daz Barker &
Anna Bearne 31 July 2002 Having met through the Derbyshire based band 'Monkeydoyles', in 1998 put all their efforts into writing and working up new material.
Since played at many clubs and festivals, have taken up a residency at the Top Gallant folk club based at the Blossoms near Stockport.
Debbie McClatchy 24 Oct 2001 This ‘girl’ is something else - a ‘born natural’ from near State College in the very centre of Pennsylvania, in the Northern Appalachians.
She tells tales, frails banjo and sings songs from her past, trad songs, children’s songs, comedy numbers - every one perfectly performed.
Derek Gifford 12 Nov 2003 A superb, excellent solo performer of quality well known at Clubs and Maritime Festivals throughout the U.K.
Relaxed and confident, with self-penned songs, sea songs, shanties and other chorus songs a speciality.
Whether accompanying himself on guitar or bowed psaltery or singing unaccompanied Derek's enthusiasm becomes contagious.
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Elaine Samuels 26 June 1996 A performer of exceptional talent with terrific vocal performance, a voice that works as easily on blues as folk, on comedy as country. Lively stage presence and she adds skilful self accompaniment on guitar, banjo, bodhran and cittern.guitar, banjo and cittern.
Emily Slade 10 May 1995 A fine performer with an expressive voice, is passionate about the folk music tradition. She is an outstanding guitarist, a very good songwriter with a very big future ahead of her, one to look out for.
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Fiona Simpson 8 July 1999 Born in Hampshire, become a professional singer at the age of 18. Joined with other Christian musicians to form The Fiona Simpson Band, performed in venues as diverse as wine bars, HMP Strangeways, school halls, churches & BBC TV.
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Guest	Date	Details
Alistair Russell	23 May 2001	Sings from the heart because he believes in the words, a skilled musician with a proven pedigree. One of the most distinctive and finest voices in Folk Music.
Allan Taylor	8 May 1996	One of the very finest singer songwriters produced in this country, the gentle, thoughtful & mature songs of a major contributor to the folk scene for over 30 years.
Anthony John Clarke	22 Sept 2004	Irish born professional performer, his style ranges from humorous songs to more serious reflective comments on life as he sees it! His songs "Seven in Ireland" & "Irish Eyes" have been described as two of the best songs ever written about Ireland.
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Back of the Moon	25 Feb 2004	The best up & coming young Scottish band, some of the most accomplished performers, destined for musical success. They have played at Edinburgh Fringe, Sidmouth, Glasgow Celtic Connections, been finalists in the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Awards 2000, won prestigious awards. A group to watch out for!
Bandersnatch	30 June 2004	Six individuals of immense experience create a sound that combines rich vocal harmonies with excellent musicianship. Within two or three bars you will know that you are in for a treat! Bandersnatch are quite simply a delight! Expect a magical and moving experience & if all that's not good enough the band are 'Game for a laugh' with their spontaneous patter perfectly pitched to please.
Ben Sands	3 Mar 2004	Ben Sands’ songs, music & stories paint pictures of those early, influential years on a small farm in Newry, County Down on the East coast of Ireland. He was born in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains. The family home became a very popular "Ceili-House", the focus for singers & musicians from miles around, Ben became a cornerstone of the illustrious Sands Family & is a successful solo performer & recording artiste, a "great singer of great songs".
Bernard Carney	15 Oct 2003	Bernard Carney is a genius, a world class act, a professional performer for 28 years. Split your sides with soft-spoken Australian humour, listen to a love song or lullaby, accompanied on sensitive & exquisite guitar. Artist of the year Port Fairy Folk Festival, Victoria, 2003.
Biggles Wartime Band	29 May 1996	Biggles have been around a long time! Comedy is the order of the day with lots of corny gags! They take every kind of music and slaughter it! None of it stands a chance! Stars of Glastonbury!!!
Bill Jones	17 May 2000	Bill plays accordion & electric piano, & has a voice of clarity & purity. Her narrative & contemporary ballads, love songs & tunes, are delivered in a splendid evening out.
Bob Greenwoods Rhythmn Rascals	10 Sept 1997	Bob Greenwood's Rhythm Rascals play music from the 1920/1930's USA, music you would have heard on street corners, on scratchy old 78's and in small vaudeville theatres in rural towns. A mix of old-time Blues, Ragtime, Gospel, Hawaiian and period novelty material.
Bram Taylor	16 June 2004	An entertaining artist with a superb voice & relaxed stage presence. He performs on acoustic guitar, duet concertina or unaccompanied & has an infectious sense of humour.
Breige Murphy	8 Oct 2003	Born & raised in the musically fertile area of Forkhill, South Armagh. Five years ago she began to write her own songs, made a demo with Colum Sands who played it on his BBC radio programme, this led to her performing at many prestigious events. Christy Moore is one of her fans!
Brian Peters	3 Dec 2003	With a high level of skill on English squeezebox, melodeon (button accordion) & anglo concertina, a great voice, an energetic stage presence & a fine guitarist, folk music's finest ambassador.
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Carl Hogsden & Jane Threfall	28 Oct 1999	The best Celtic traditional music with beautiful arrangements of guitar, mandolin, appalachian dulcimer & percussion. Singers of great excellence, folk club residents in the North, fast gaining the respect of folk clubs & festivals across the country.
Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby	24 Mar 2004	Welcome return to this popular duo. Cathryn from Tennessee, one of the finest acoustic performers/songwriters in the UK today. Her grandfather was recorded by Cecil Sharp. Brian is best known as guitarist for the STRAWBS, Maddy Prior & Nanci Griffin, began his professional career with Mary Hopkin, between sessions, producing and touring. Expect a wonderful night.
Chris Parkinson	4 June 2003	Chris worked with Ralph McTell & Billy Connolly on the soundtrack for Billy`s TV series "World Tour Of England, Ireland and Wales" An impressive catalogue of live and recorded work, performs with the best. Amazingly good the performer.
Clive Gregson	23 & 24 Nov 2004	Ticket Only !!!!! One of Britain's most cultured singer-songwriters, has recorded & performed internationally, his songs have been recorded by many artists. Clive is currently trying to dream up something special to mark his 25th anniversary as a professional musician in 2005.
Colin & Karen Thompson	8 May 2002	Karen's clear voice with a style well suited to lyrical & rhythmical melodies, her choice of songs is excellent. Colin's guitar playing - well, you will hear no better English Folk Guitar.
Colum Sands	13 Oct 2004	A wonderful evening of entertainment with evocative melodies, colloquial lyrics and gentle humorous tales. An established reputation, his songs are in the repertoire of artistes from Billy Connolly to Maddy Prior and June Tabor.
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Damien Barber	13 Oct 1999	A mature and experienced performer, impeccable musical taste, guitar and concertina. Damien is a good singer, and not afraid to show he means it when a song moves him.
Dana Robinson	26 May 2004	Born in Oregon & raised in California, with an eye for vivid detail, Dana sings stories of the American landscape. With a rich voice, hot guitar and fiddle playing embodies both the heart and the soul of folk music.
Dave Ellis	21 July 1999	2003 makes 20 years on the road, first started playing guitar age nine, first live gigs started aged 17, working local colleges. Blues Guitarist Dave works in a solo capacity featuring acoustic and electric guitar work.
Dave Gibb	12 Mar 2003	Distinctive guitarist, a voice that carries, super songwriter, a talent to watch for on the folk scene. Dave's songwriting is rooted firmly in the traditions and history of Scotland and its people. Bluesy, folky, jazzy are all in evidence.
Daz Barker & Anna Bearne	31 July 2002	Having met through the Derbyshire based band 'Monkeydoyles', in 1998 put all their efforts into writing and working up new material. Since played at many clubs and festivals, have taken up a residency at the Top Gallant folk club based at the Blossoms near Stockport.
Debbie McClatchy	24 Oct 2001	This ‘girl’ is something else - a ‘born natural’ from near State College in the very centre of Pennsylvania, in the Northern Appalachians. She tells tales, frails banjo and sings songs from her past, trad songs, children’s songs, comedy numbers - every one perfectly performed.
Derek Gifford	12 Nov 2003	A superb, excellent solo performer of quality well known at Clubs and Maritime Festivals throughout the U.K. Relaxed and confident, with self-penned songs, sea songs, shanties and other chorus songs a speciality. Whether accompanying himself on guitar or bowed psaltery or singing unaccompanied Derek's enthusiasm becomes contagious.
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Elaine Samuels	26 June 1996	A performer of exceptional talent with terrific vocal performance, a voice that works as easily on blues as folk, on comedy as country. Lively stage presence and she adds skilful self accompaniment on guitar, banjo, bodhran and cittern.guitar, banjo and cittern.
Emily Slade	10 May 1995	A fine performer with an expressive voice, is passionate about the folk music tradition. She is an outstanding guitarist, a very good songwriter with a very big future ahead of her, one to look out for.
Top A B C D E F		Return to the Gallery Menu
Fiona Simpson	8 July 1999	Born in Hampshire, become a professional singer at the age of 18. Joined with other Christian musicians to form The Fiona Simpson Band, performed in venues as diverse as wine bars, HMP Strangeways, school halls, churches & BBC TV.
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