We had a great time sharing the delights of manuscripts and publications both dusty and pristine from the vaults of The Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle Upon Tyne with an appreciate audience in Hall Two of The Sage at the end of June. It was a privilege to share a stage with such outstanding musicians…
Northumbrian Minstrelsy Concert
Northumbrian Minstrelsy Concert Sun 26th June, 8pm @ Sage Gateshead, Sage 2 The Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne are hosting a concert to celebrate their work collecting and publishing North East folk music, not least the celebrated tome “Northumbrian Minstrelsy.” As an avid reader of dusty manuscripts I am hugely grateful to the…
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Jun28Wed8:00 pm Bottle Bank Band at Phoenix Folk @ Ouseburn FarmBottle Bank Band at Phoenix Folk @ Ouseburn FarmJun 28 @ 8:00 pm
Phoenix Folk presents a Summer Series of Concerts. Sophy, Chloe, David and myself are delighted and honoured to be able to open the 2017 season with this evening concert on Weds 28th June.Jul15Satall-day Stewart and Frank at Rothbury Fe... @ RothburyStewart and Frank at Rothbury Fe... @ RothburyJul 15 all-day
Frank and I are very pleased to have been asked to come and play at this year’s Rothbury Traditional Music Festival, which is one of my favourite events in the local calendar. We are expecting... Facebook Feed
Lovely gig at Empty Shop HQ this afternoon with Maddison's Thread. Fab opening set by Jordan Kirkup too. Thanks to Down By The River for promoting - Keep Music Live!
There's a couple of fiddle places left at HISS - such an enjoyable week! Also space for singers and bass players, so do share with friends.
Historically Informed Summer School
Hey diddle diddle - there's still room for you at HISS2017, especially if you sing, or play fiddle or bass! Although booking is officially closed you may still join us for an exhilarating week of mus...
Lookong forward to this: Sunday 25th June - Durham, 5pm.
Maddisons Thread + Jordan Kirkup
June 25, 2017, 5:00pm - June 25, 2017, 7:00pm
With two critically acclaimed albums under their collective belt Maddisons Thread are making their presence felt on the live circuit so we are very proud to welcome them to Empty Shop HQ. 2017 starte...