Penicuik Folk Club and Festival
Festivals
10-12 October, 2003
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Penicuik Folk Club are proud to present our 19th annual musical extravaganza with yet another dazzling selection of guests!
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Friday 10th October7.30pm - Ceilidh Dance |
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Bill Richardson's Band A long-standing friend and a grand accordian player, this will be Bill's 14th appearance (formally as the Eskdale Band but that's going back a bit!) at a Penicuik Folk Festival. Be sure to join us in Penicuik Town Hall to kick-start the weekend with a good hooch! Penicuik Town Hall: £6, OAP/Student/UB40 £4, Under 16 £2 |
Saturday 11th OctoberDaytime - Workshops |
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Fiddle with Frankie Gavin A unique opportunity to pick up tunes and tips from a great man (see below for more information on Frankie!). Navaar House Hotel, 1.30pm: Free! |
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Clarsach with Patsy Seddon Born and bred in Edinburgh, Patsy is best known for her work with Sileas (with Mary MacMaster) and the Poozies. Her glittering career has also seen her as part of the folk supergroups Clan Alba and Caledon. Patsy is also a highly respected teacher and solo performer and a great friend of the Club! Community Arts Centre, 4, West Street, 1.30pm: Free! |
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Singing with Palaver Songs and more than a few laughs with three fabulous singers (see below for more information on Palaver!). Community Arts Centre, 4, West Street, 3.00pm: Free! |
7.30pm - All Star Concert |
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Frankie Gavin A founder member of De Dannan, Frankie is regarded by many as the best Irish fiddle player in the world. His playing is technically astounding and he has a swing like no other. This is a rare opportunity to hear Frankie in such a close setting as he is more used to big concert halls and even Stadia when performing with The Rolling Stones. Frankie will be accompanied by Brian McGrath on Piano. Visit Frankie's website to find out more! |
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Palaver With Maureen Jelks, Chris Miles and Aileen Carr, Palaver are a folk supergroup. Individually they are three of Scotland's finest singers and together they have even more to offer. Their sensitive harmony singing is second to none and their on-stage humour and enjoyment of each other's company makes them a joy to watch. Trios, duets and solos will abound! Visit Chris's website to find out more! |
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Swing Guitars Tom Watson and Tam Gallagher hail from the southside of Glasgow, not the sort of place you'd expect to hear Hot Club style guitar. However, with inspirations such as Django Reinhard, Jan Akkerman and Billie Holiday, Swing Guitars have made a name for themselves with a CD to their name and a Danny Kyle award for best new talent at Celtic Connections 2001. Visit Swing Guitars' website to find out more! Navaar House Hotel: £10, OAP/Student/UB40 £8 |
Sunday 12th October12.00pm - Traditional Singing Competition |
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Traditional Singing Competition
Two contrasting, traditional, unaccompanied Scottish songs are all you need and you could find yourself the proud owner of the Edinburgh Crystal trophy! See the 2002 Festival photos for a picture of the previous prize! Visit The TMSA website! Navaar House Hotel: 50p to enter, spectators Free! |
2.00pm - Tradition Bearers |
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Aileen Carr Aileen was brought up in rural Perthshire listening to the likes of Belle Stewart. She became involved in traditional music at a young age and passed through Ceolbeg (known as the only one without a beard). She is now a well known solo performer who also has a strong interest in the songs of Robert Burns. |
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Kevin Mitchell With the music scene of Derry behind him, Kevin settled in Glasgow in 1969. Since coming to Scotland, Kevin has delved into the realms of Scottish songs and explored their connections with Ireland. Kevin has two recordings to his name and can also be heard as part of Stramash. |
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Emily Smith Emily is from Thornhill in the South West of Scotland is now in the honours year of her Bachelor of Scottish Music at the RSAMD. As the winner of "BBC Radio Scotland's Young Scottish Traditional Musician of the Year 2002", Emily has been wowing audiences all over the country with her stunning voice. Her first album is available on Footstompin' Records. Visit Emily's website to find out more! Navaar House Hotel: £5, OAP/Student/UB40 £4 |
4.00pm - Informal Session |
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Informal Session For those still standing at the end of all things, there is always a huge session in the bar. Make sure you're there to sing, play or just have a listen (sessions usually occur throughout the weekend as well). Navaar House Hotel: Free! |
Prices:Ceilidh Dance: £6, OAP/Student/UB40 £4, Under 16 £2 To book tickets please contact:Barbara Gillespie, For more information please contact:Alan Murray, Tel: +44 (0)1968 678 610, email a.f.murray@ee.ed.ac.uk Public Transport from Edinburgh:LRT (Red/White) Buses: 37, 37A, X47, X37, 15, 15A and N37 (night bus). Buses in bold type may stop outside the Navaar - please ask the driver for "Bog Road"! First Bus (Green/White): 62 (Peebles). For all journeys please visit Traveline. Accommodation:Hotels: Navaar House Hotel (+44 (0)1968 672 683), Cragiebield House Hotel (+44 (0)1968 671 610). Please write, 'phone or email for details on camping. |
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350, Rullion Road, Penicuik, Midlothian,
Scotland EH26 9AD.
Tel : +44 (0)1968 678 610