PREVIOUS GIGS
11/05/2012
Peggy Seeger
'A singer and multi-instrumentalist, she is considered to be one of North America's finest female folksingers.'
It is advisable to reserve for this event.
http://www.peggyseeger.com/
'A singer and multi-instrumentalist, she is considered to be one of North America's finest female folksingers.'
It is advisable to reserve for this event.
http://www.peggyseeger.com/
20/04/2012
Steve Tilston
A very special singer/songwriter, and winner of this year's folk awards for 'The Reckoning".
It's the start of FolkWeekend Oxford too.
http://www.stevetilston.com
A very special singer/songwriter, and winner of this year's folk awards for 'The Reckoning".
It's the start of FolkWeekend Oxford too.
http://www.stevetilston.com
23/03/2012
Duck Baker with Helen Roche
One of the most highly regarded fingerstyle guitarists of his generation, and he will be joined by Helen Roche singing mostly Celtic traditional songs.
Contact if you want to reserve entry - it might just be busy and gives us an idea of how many to expect!
http://duckbaker.com/
One of the most highly regarded fingerstyle guitarists of his generation, and he will be joined by Helen Roche singing mostly Celtic traditional songs.
Contact if you want to reserve entry - it might just be busy and gives us an idea of how many to expect!
http://duckbaker.com/
16/03/2012
02/03/2012
24/02/2012
10/02/2012
Wendy Arrowsmith
doing a superb variety of both Scottish and English and also some of her own songs.
http://wendyarrowsmith.com/
doing a superb variety of both Scottish and English and also some of her own songs.
http://wendyarrowsmith.com/
27/01/2012
20/01/2012
Jez Lowe
Writer of some of the most memorable songs and top rate performer. Don't miss him.
We are happy to reserve tickets if you contact by email or phone, but hope to get everyone in.
http://www.jezlowe.com/
Writer of some of the most memorable songs and top rate performer. Don't miss him.
We are happy to reserve tickets if you contact by email or phone, but hope to get everyone in.
http://www.jezlowe.com/
13/01/2012
23/12/2011
09/12/2011
Pilgrims' Way
Don't miss this fabulous trio with a selection of instruments and vocals.
'Refreshingly original, reassuringly traditional' and becoming very well-known on the folk circuit.
http://www.pilgrims-way.net/
Don't miss this fabulous trio with a selection of instruments and vocals.
'Refreshingly original, reassuringly traditional' and becoming very well-known on the folk circuit.
http://www.pilgrims-way.net/
25/11/2011
FEATURE NIGHT
So tonight will be a Feature Night with a couple of spots from Bill Crumly. Bill is a veteran of the early Towersey Festivals, and has a repertoire of both serious and seriously comic songs. These days he is rarely seen outside the limits of the Marston Road, so this is an experience not to miss!
There will be plenty of time for floor spots too.
So tonight will be a Feature Night with a couple of spots from Bill Crumly. Bill is a veteran of the early Towersey Festivals, and has a repertoire of both serious and seriously comic songs. These days he is rarely seen outside the limits of the Marston Road, so this is an experience not to miss!
There will be plenty of time for floor spots too.
11/11/2011
Martyn Wyndham-Read
Wonderful mellow songs of the Australian plains to warm a November evening.
http://www.martynwyndhamread.com/
Wonderful mellow songs of the Australian plains to warm a November evening.
http://www.martynwyndhamread.com/
28/10/2011
14/10/2011
Martin Carthy £8
One of the world's greatest folk musicians returns to our folk club.
There should be a few places available on the door but we cannot guarantee until we have accommodated those who have already reserved or bought tickets. Don't give up quite yet! Be there before 8.30pm
NB If anyone has reservations which they no longer need, PLEASE let us know.
One of the world's greatest folk musicians returns to our folk club.
There should be a few places available on the door but we cannot guarantee until we have accommodated those who have already reserved or bought tickets. Don't give up quite yet! Be there before 8.30pm
NB If anyone has reservations which they no longer need, PLEASE let us know.
30/09/2011
Feature Night/The Guitar Boys
During the last few weeks of our summer season, when many of our regular performers had slipped away on holiday, we were lucky to have loyal support from our local 'Guitar Boys' who delighted many an audience with their virtuoso performances.
Tonight they get chance to do their own thing, individually or together, as a special feature, with Pete Joshua, John Soul, Tony Batey, Lewis Newcombe, Chris Ayres & Jeff Young.
How good is that! Don't miss it.
During the last few weeks of our summer season, when many of our regular performers had slipped away on holiday, we were lucky to have loyal support from our local 'Guitar Boys' who delighted many an audience with their virtuoso performances.
Tonight they get chance to do their own thing, individually or together, as a special feature, with Pete Joshua, John Soul, Tony Batey, Lewis Newcombe, Chris Ayres & Jeff Young.
How good is that! Don't miss it.
23/09/2011
Rachel & Lillias
Rachel & Lillias are two parts of the all-female line up, The Shee, with influences from the Highlands of Scotland to the Borders and beyond, incorporating both Gaelic and English songs with traditional and contemporary melodies.
Voice, harp and flute.
http://www.rachelandlillias.com
Rachel & Lillias are two parts of the all-female line up, The Shee, with influences from the Highlands of Scotland to the Borders and beyond, incorporating both Gaelic and English songs with traditional and contemporary melodies.
Voice, harp and flute.
http://www.rachelandlillias.com
09/09/2011
Graham Metcalfe
A welcome return from our favourite Yorkshireman now based in Canada. So get your voices ready, order a pint of the best, and prepare to squeeze into every last space our club room can offer.
And don't forget it is our first night back after the summer break - it will be quite an event.
A welcome return from our favourite Yorkshireman now based in Canada. So get your voices ready, order a pint of the best, and prepare to squeeze into every last space our club room can offer.
And don't forget it is our first night back after the summer break - it will be quite an event.
03/09/2011
WallingfordBunkfest
Don't forget that this festival is on all weekend, lots of fun and many free events.
Tickets will be available for the 'Singing Train', with bluegrass onboard.
http://www.bunkfest.co.uk/
Don't forget that this festival is on all weekend, lots of fun and many free events.
Tickets will be available for the 'Singing Train', with bluegrass onboard.
http://www.bunkfest.co.uk/
02/09/2011
22/07/2011
18/06/2011
Mini Irish Festival Oxford
Pat Ludford at the Black Swan Crown Street Oxford - Irish ballads and humour!
The folk club has been very happy to work alongside the Irish Festival in Oxford. It has already proved to be highly successful with lots of good times for all.
Please join Pat at the Black Swan and/or a bit of a session at the Half Moon, on Saturday Night around 9pm
Pat Ludford at the Black Swan Crown Street Oxford - Irish ballads and humour!
The folk club has been very happy to work alongside the Irish Festival in Oxford. It has already proved to be highly successful with lots of good times for all.
Please join Pat at the Black Swan and/or a bit of a session at the Half Moon, on Saturday Night around 9pm
17/06/2011
Chris Newman & Maire Ni Chathasaigh
First class Irish harp and guitar and vocals to celebrate Irish Festival week in Oxford.
This is a very rare opportunity to see Maire and Chris in a folk club setting, so don't miss it. You can reserve tickets by email using contact details from this site, or by phone 01865 768128 or 761110 or you can buy them on the door on Friday
http://www.oldbridgemusic.com/
First class Irish harp and guitar and vocals to celebrate Irish Festival week in Oxford.
This is a very rare opportunity to see Maire and Chris in a folk club setting, so don't miss it. You can reserve tickets by email using contact details from this site, or by phone 01865 768128 or 761110 or you can buy them on the door on Friday
http://www.oldbridgemusic.com/
15/06/2011
03/06/2011
Graham & Eileen Pratt
An absolute treat - clear and harmonic singing from Graham & Eileen.
http://www.grahamandeileenpratt.co.uk/
An absolute treat - clear and harmonic singing from Graham & Eileen.
http://www.grahamandeileenpratt.co.uk/
06/05/2011
Magpie Lane
"Magpie Lane perform traditional English music and song. They combine powerful vocals
with vigorous dance tunes - inventive arrangements on acoustic instruments."
And...they are, of course, great favourites in Oxford, both individually and as part of the band.
May is a great month for traditional English music, so be sure to be part of what is bound to be a memorable event! Reservation by phone/email is encouraged(it helps to know roughly how many chairs to put out!)but not essential.
http://www.magpielane.co.uk/
"Magpie Lane perform traditional English music and song. They combine powerful vocals
with vigorous dance tunes - inventive arrangements on acoustic instruments."
And...they are, of course, great favourites in Oxford, both individually and as part of the band.
May is a great month for traditional English music, so be sure to be part of what is bound to be a memorable event! Reservation by phone/email is encouraged(it helps to know roughly how many chairs to put out!)but not essential.
http://www.magpielane.co.uk/
15/04/2011
Dana & Susan Robinson
"Rural America explored with elegant simplicity." We are very pleased to be able to provide an extra guest night to play on the Friday of folkweekendoxford.
Hopefully we can also make space for a reasonable number of floorspots, so if you are coming to stay for the weekend and would like to participate, please email pamcooper@hotmail.com
http://www.robinsongs.com/
"Rural America explored with elegant simplicity." We are very pleased to be able to provide an extra guest night to play on the Friday of folkweekendoxford.
Hopefully we can also make space for a reasonable number of floorspots, so if you are coming to stay for the weekend and would like to participate, please email pamcooper@hotmail.com
http://www.robinsongs.com/
08/04/2011
Kimber's Men
Arguably the finest shanty group in Britain today!
This is a rare opportunity to see the guys inland in the south of England, so don't miss it.
Weather is set fair today, so make your passage to the Folly Bridge by 8.30 for songs of the sea!
http://www.joestead.com/Kimberbio.htm
Arguably the finest shanty group in Britain today!
This is a rare opportunity to see the guys inland in the south of England, so don't miss it.
Weather is set fair today, so make your passage to the Folly Bridge by 8.30 for songs of the sea!
http://www.joestead.com/Kimberbio.htm
25/03/2011
Whaley & Fletcher
Third time lucky - stand by for an evening of harmony and humour from "Lincolnshire's finest".
Mostly Reeds, Mostly Choruses, Mostly Traditional-ish
http://www.whaleyfletcher.co.uk/
Third time lucky - stand by for an evening of harmony and humour from "Lincolnshire's finest".
Mostly Reeds, Mostly Choruses, Mostly Traditional-ish
http://www.whaleyfletcher.co.uk/
11/03/2011
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman
"Kathryn has a great voice......her gloriously mellow vocals provide conclusive evidence of a major discovery....Sean's guitar work is as ever both refreshing and demanding"
A long-awaited return to the folk club scene, so really not to be missed.
http://www.kathrynrobertsandseanlakeman.co.uk/
"Kathryn has a great voice......her gloriously mellow vocals provide conclusive evidence of a major discovery....Sean's guitar work is as ever both refreshing and demanding"
A long-awaited return to the folk club scene, so really not to be missed.
http://www.kathrynrobertsandseanlakeman.co.uk/
18/02/2011
Pete Coe
'His strong, distinctive voice is enhanced by his instrumental versatility, the ringing strings of his bouzouki, the sweet chords of his mountain dulcimer, the plaintive frailing banjo & the pulsing reeds of his melodeon.'
We are hoping for a busy night again, especially after his fantastic performance last time.
www.backshift.demon.co.uk
'His strong, distinctive voice is enhanced by his instrumental versatility, the ringing strings of his bouzouki, the sweet chords of his mountain dulcimer, the plaintive frailing banjo & the pulsing reeds of his melodeon.'
We are hoping for a busy night again, especially after his fantastic performance last time.
www.backshift.demon.co.uk
04/02/2011
Brooks Williams
"Blues Americana guitarist singer and songwriter Brooks Williams delivers the deepest and most intense interpretations of everything from early blues songs to his recent original compositions"
"With bluesy fingerpicking, soaring bottleneck slide, and swinging flatpicking"
If you saw him on his last visit to Oxford you will be here again!
www.brookswilliams.com/
"Blues Americana guitarist singer and songwriter Brooks Williams delivers the deepest and most intense interpretations of everything from early blues songs to his recent original compositions"
"With bluesy fingerpicking, soaring bottleneck slide, and swinging flatpicking"
If you saw him on his last visit to Oxford you will be here again!
www.brookswilliams.com/
14/01/2011
Ian Giles & Friends
This should be a fabulous night. Ian Giles needs no introduction for most people - after all, he started the Oxford Folk Club in the late 80's.
But if you really have never seen/heard him, then come along this week to enjoy one of the mellowest voices on the folk scene. And as he still has some friends to bring along, you can expect some dynamic harmonies too!
This should be a fabulous night. Ian Giles needs no introduction for most people - after all, he started the Oxford Folk Club in the late 80's.
But if you really have never seen/heard him, then come along this week to enjoy one of the mellowest voices on the folk scene. And as he still has some friends to bring along, you can expect some dynamic harmonies too!
17/12/2010
03/12/2010
Jim Causley
Our favourite young Devon performer, with a lovely mellow voice and cheeky humour.
AND ...YES... this event is definitely going ahead despite the freezing weather. Please come and make it a crowd - it is a long way from Devon for Jim.
The good news is that he is bringing some extra fiddle power along with him as they are recording together tomorrow. It should be a great night.
http://www.jimcausley.co.uk
Our favourite young Devon performer, with a lovely mellow voice and cheeky humour.
AND ...YES... this event is definitely going ahead despite the freezing weather. Please come and make it a crowd - it is a long way from Devon for Jim.
The good news is that he is bringing some extra fiddle power along with him as they are recording together tomorrow. It should be a great night.
http://www.jimcausley.co.uk
26/11/2010
Session at the Half Moon
Yes, to avoid being competition with the Darts Tournament at the Folly, we will be in the Half Moon in St Clements this week. Usual sort of time
LATE NEWS - we won't be in the Half Moon. You might find a few of us in the Somerset Arms having a drink, and just possibly a tune.
Yes, to avoid being competition with the Darts Tournament at the Folly, we will be in the Half Moon in St Clements this week. Usual sort of time
LATE NEWS - we won't be in the Half Moon. You might find a few of us in the Somerset Arms having a drink, and just possibly a tune.
19/11/2010
12/11/2010
22/10/2010
08/10/2010
Telephone Bill & The Smooth Operators
YES, it really is that Cambridge blues/jazz/acoustic band from the seventies. And no, its not quite our usual thing, but their super smooth blend of five-piece entertainment is something you can't think of missing. This is a rare appearance by Telephone Bill & the Smooth Operators and for this occasion will be completely unplugged.
The excitement mounts....
http://www.telephonebillandthesmoothoperators.co.uk
YES, it really is that Cambridge blues/jazz/acoustic band from the seventies. And no, its not quite our usual thing, but their super smooth blend of five-piece entertainment is something you can't think of missing. This is a rare appearance by Telephone Bill & the Smooth Operators and for this occasion will be completely unplugged.
The excitement mounts....
http://www.telephonebillandthesmoothoperators.co.uk
01/10/2010
17/09/2010
The Askew Sisters
They were so popular on their first visit that their return was never in doubt.
Fiddle, melodeon, vocals.
http://www.askewsisters.co.uk
They were so popular on their first visit that their return was never in doubt.
Fiddle, melodeon, vocals.
http://www.askewsisters.co.uk
10/09/2010
21/08/2010
23/07/2010
09/07/2010
Bill Caddick £5
This is the first time at Oxford for Bill Caddick, famous for such legendary songs as 'Unicorns' and 'John O' Dreams.'
http://www.billcaddick.com
This is the first time at Oxford for Bill Caddick, famous for such legendary songs as 'Unicorns' and 'John O' Dreams.'
http://www.billcaddick.com
25/06/2010
Nancy Kerr & James Fagan
Just for those of you who have never seen them..."Nancy and James combine highly skillful and innovative performances with accessibility, warmth and stage presence." (Horsham Folk Club). We expect to be able to get everyone in, but to be absolutely sure then ring or email to be on the list. That way we can try and get roughly the right number of seats out too.
http://www.kerrfagan.com/
Just for those of you who have never seen them..."Nancy and James combine highly skillful and innovative performances with accessibility, warmth and stage presence." (Horsham Folk Club). We expect to be able to get everyone in, but to be absolutely sure then ring or email to be on the list. That way we can try and get roughly the right number of seats out too.
http://www.kerrfagan.com/
04/06/2010
21/05/2010
Steve Tilston
Outstanding songwriter who always gives a brilliant and memorable performance - this is a night not to miss.
Whilst there will be room for everyone, so this is NOT essential, it would help if you let us know if you are likely to be coming to this event. (some of us have to get the chairs upstairs if we think they will be needed!)
http://www.stevetilston.com/
Outstanding songwriter who always gives a brilliant and memorable performance - this is a night not to miss.
Whilst there will be room for everyone, so this is NOT essential, it would help if you let us know if you are likely to be coming to this event. (some of us have to get the chairs upstairs if we think they will be needed!)
http://www.stevetilston.com/
07/05/2010
CHANGE OF EVENT Local Feature Night.
For the moment you'll just have to enjoy their picture, as unfortunately Whaley & Fletcher are unable to come due to illness.
We are now planning on a Local Feature Night, with a few extra songs from Ian Page (who has been otherwise occupied for several weeks), and a whole host of local performers. It should be a great night.
News to follow on Whaley & Fletcher - we hope they will be out and about again soon.
http://www.whaleyfletcher.co.uk/
For the moment you'll just have to enjoy their picture, as unfortunately Whaley & Fletcher are unable to come due to illness.
We are now planning on a Local Feature Night, with a few extra songs from Ian Page (who has been otherwise occupied for several weeks), and a whole host of local performers. It should be a great night.
News to follow on Whaley & Fletcher - we hope they will be out and about again soon.
http://www.whaleyfletcher.co.uk/
23/04/2010
16/04/2010
Open/Folk Festival Night
The now legendary Folk Club Festival Open Night.
A time to come and hear some wonderful performers from around the country, along with our regular local musicians.
Anyone coming to the festival and wishing to play at this event please email if possible, or speak to the MC on the night. We aim to get as many on as possible who would like to play.
We are sorry to have to let friends know of the sudden death of Barry O'Riordan, who, according to Graham Metcalfe, was "a great singer, quite a character and a fine supporter of the Guinness family." His funeral is this Friday at Thomas More Church Kidlington at 10.30.
The now legendary Folk Club Festival Open Night.
A time to come and hear some wonderful performers from around the country, along with our regular local musicians.
Anyone coming to the festival and wishing to play at this event please email if possible, or speak to the MC on the night. We aim to get as many on as possible who would like to play.
We are sorry to have to let friends know of the sudden death of Barry O'Riordan, who, according to Graham Metcalfe, was "a great singer, quite a character and a fine supporter of the Guinness family." His funeral is this Friday at Thomas More Church Kidlington at 10.30.
19/03/2010
Steve Turner
A really superb performer with some great traditional songs.
http://www.steve-turner.co.uk/
A really superb performer with some great traditional songs.
http://www.steve-turner.co.uk/
05/03/2010
The Portsmouth Shantymen
Advance warning, as they haven't been here for years! Put the date in your diary now.
And yes - it is shanty time this Friday, and this isn't 'your average shanty crew'!
Come and enjoy some really snappy singing from the boys from Portsmouth.
PS If you can bring a friend/neighbour/relative to enjoy it with you we will be overjoyed.
Advance warning, as they haven't been here for years! Put the date in your diary now.
And yes - it is shanty time this Friday, and this isn't 'your average shanty crew'!
Come and enjoy some really snappy singing from the boys from Portsmouth.
PS If you can bring a friend/neighbour/relative to enjoy it with you we will be overjoyed.
19/02/2010
Ben Paley and Tab Hunter
Red hot traditional fiddle and guitar
http://www.blazingstrings.co.uk/?location_id=2
Red hot traditional fiddle and guitar
http://www.blazingstrings.co.uk/?location_id=2
29/01/2010
Maggie Sands and Sandragon
Wonderful songs and tunes on the ‘folk’ side of early and medieval music. Hurdy gurdy, crumhorn, harmonium, and more.
http://www.myspace.com/maggiesand
Wonderful songs and tunes on the ‘folk’ side of early and medieval music. Hurdy gurdy, crumhorn, harmonium, and more.
http://www.myspace.com/maggiesand
15/01/2010
JEZ LOWE
YES! THIS EVENT IS ON. PLEASE COME AND SUPPORT. JEZ WILL BE COMING ALL THE WAY FROM YORK FOR THIS SHOW.
One of the finest folk songwriters in the world, with a following to match, so get here early for what is going to be a memorable night.
Tickets will be available on the door from just after 8pm. but you can phone or email if you want to be absolutely sure.
http://www.jezlowe.com/
YES! THIS EVENT IS ON. PLEASE COME AND SUPPORT. JEZ WILL BE COMING ALL THE WAY FROM YORK FOR THIS SHOW.
One of the finest folk songwriters in the world, with a following to match, so get here early for what is going to be a memorable night.
Tickets will be available on the door from just after 8pm. but you can phone or email if you want to be absolutely sure.
http://www.jezlowe.com/
18/12/2009
Christmas Party
Of course!
With this year's featured mystery guest, finally revealed - the one and only, unmissable, Pete Orton.
Prepare to laugh and party!
http://www.peteorton.co.uk/
Of course!
With this year's featured mystery guest, finally revealed - the one and only, unmissable, Pete Orton.
Prepare to laugh and party!
http://www.peteorton.co.uk/
04/12/2009
20/11/2009
Suntrap
Dazzling music with guitar, voice, violins, and accordion and showers of unexpected harmonies.
A very welcome return.
http://www.suntrap.org/
Dazzling music with guitar, voice, violins, and accordion and showers of unexpected harmonies.
A very welcome return.
http://www.suntrap.org/
13/11/2009
06/11/2009
30/10/2009
16/10/2009
02/10/2009
Pete Coe
A fantastic folk performer who is amazingly energetic and experienced. Expect music, song and dance, (possibly all at once!) You won't be disappointed.
http://www.backshift.demon.co.uk/
A fantastic folk performer who is amazingly energetic and experienced. Expect music, song and dance, (possibly all at once!) You won't be disappointed.
http://www.backshift.demon.co.uk/
18/09/2009
25/08/2009
07/08/2009
17/07/2009
Ian Giles
One of the founders of the Oxford Folk Club over 20 years ago, Ian is a well-known, well-loved local performer with one of the finest voices on the folk scene.
"A veteran of many folk club gigs and pub sessions, Ian is equally at home with a lyrical ballad, or leading a lusty chorus song." (Wildgoose Records)
The perfect ending to the 'folk club year'.
One of the founders of the Oxford Folk Club over 20 years ago, Ian is a well-known, well-loved local performer with one of the finest voices on the folk scene.
"A veteran of many folk club gigs and pub sessions, Ian is equally at home with a lyrical ballad, or leading a lusty chorus song." (Wildgoose Records)
The perfect ending to the 'folk club year'.
10/07/2009
Feature Night
Tonight will be an Open Night arrangement, but we will be giving a little extra time to a visitor from USA Joe Martyn Ricke, who is over here for a short time.
Hope to see lots of you!
http://www.myspace.com/joemartynrickeraisethedeadmusic
Tonight will be an Open Night arrangement, but we will be giving a little extra time to a visitor from USA Joe Martyn Ricke, who is over here for a short time.
Hope to see lots of you!
http://www.myspace.com/joemartynrickeraisethedeadmusic
26/06/2009
DAVE SWARBRICK £7/£6
DON'T MISS IT! A RARE OPPORTUNITY AT A VERY FAIR PRICE!
Yes, we really are proud to present Britain's premier folk fiddler.
So, if possible, contact us for reservations if you think you are coming to this event, but there should be enough space for everyone!
http://www.folkicons.co.uk/swarb.htm
DON'T MISS IT! A RARE OPPORTUNITY AT A VERY FAIR PRICE!
Yes, we really are proud to present Britain's premier folk fiddler.
So, if possible, contact us for reservations if you think you are coming to this event, but there should be enough space for everyone!
http://www.folkicons.co.uk/swarb.htm
12/06/2009
Brian Peters £5
For those of you who have never seen Brian, he is a both a masterful multi-instrumentalist and a also a sensitive and also entertaining singer.
So make the opportunity to come and support the evening - it will be a good one.
http://www.harbourtownrecords.com/peters.html
For those of you who have never seen Brian, he is a both a masterful multi-instrumentalist and a also a sensitive and also entertaining singer.
So make the opportunity to come and support the evening - it will be a good one.
http://www.harbourtownrecords.com/peters.html
22/05/2009
Mike Wilson & Damien Barber £5
Two of the finest exponents of Traditional Song in the United Kingdom
http://www.thewilsonfamilyalbum.co.uk/default.aspx
Two of the finest exponents of Traditional Song in the United Kingdom
http://www.thewilsonfamilyalbum.co.uk/default.aspx
08/05/2009
Maggie Boyle with Gary Boyle £5
"exquisite flute playing with beautiful voice and lyrics".. and Maggie will be accompanied by guitarist Gary Boyle so tonight will be a double treat.
http://www.maggieboyle.co.uk/
"exquisite flute playing with beautiful voice and lyrics".. and Maggie will be accompanied by guitarist Gary Boyle so tonight will be a double treat.
http://www.maggieboyle.co.uk/
24/04/2009
Magpie Lane
Magpie Lane perform traditional English music and song. They combine powerful vocals with vigorous dance tunes - inventive arrangements on acoustic instruments.
In fact, they are absolutely great, and we have been waiting to get them to perform at the folk club for a long time. Yes, they really will be with us on 24th April.
Do NOT miss them!
There should be space for everyone, but it does help with room organisation on busy nights like this one, if you can let us know that you might be coming.
http://www.magpielane.dsl.pipex.com/
Magpie Lane perform traditional English music and song. They combine powerful vocals with vigorous dance tunes - inventive arrangements on acoustic instruments.
In fact, they are absolutely great, and we have been waiting to get them to perform at the folk club for a long time. Yes, they really will be with us on 24th April.
Do NOT miss them!
There should be space for everyone, but it does help with room organisation on busy nights like this one, if you can let us know that you might be coming.
http://www.magpielane.dsl.pipex.com/
27/03/2009
Feature Night £3
Tonight we will be featuring Skeleton Crew, performing some renaissance and medieval tunes and dances. They bring their very own style and expertise on an assortment of wonderful acoustic instruments, so don't miss them.
Time for some floor spots too, so singers welcome!
http://www.skeletoncrew.org.uk
Tonight we will be featuring Skeleton Crew, performing some renaissance and medieval tunes and dances. They bring their very own style and expertise on an assortment of wonderful acoustic instruments, so don't miss them.
Time for some floor spots too, so singers welcome!
http://www.skeletoncrew.org.uk
20/03/2009
Folk Festival Club Night £2
A chance to hear many fine singers and musicians from around the country in town for the folk festival.
This has become a very popular event in the last few years, and if you haven't been to the club since the last festival please note our change of location.
Contact us if you need help. We look forward to seeing you all - we now have a bigger venue.(good pub food too!)
A chance to hear many fine singers and musicians from around the country in town for the folk festival.
This has become a very popular event in the last few years, and if you haven't been to the club since the last festival please note our change of location.
Contact us if you need help. We look forward to seeing you all - we now have a bigger venue.(good pub food too!)
13/03/2009
Notts Alliance
An all-male trio with a reputation for tight and inventive harmony singing.
http://www.flaxfield.demon.co.uk/
An all-male trio with a reputation for tight and inventive harmony singing.
http://www.flaxfield.demon.co.uk/
27/02/2009
Tom Kitching & Gren Bartley
Superb fiddle tunes and songs and awesome guitar picking from another younger act.
http://www.tomandgren.co.uk/
Superb fiddle tunes and songs and awesome guitar picking from another younger act.
http://www.tomandgren.co.uk/
20/02/2009
30/01/2009
Lynne Heraud & Pat Turner £4.50
Two very experienced harmony singers with a leaning towards English traditional material.
http://www.lynneandpat.co.uk
Two very experienced harmony singers with a leaning towards English traditional material.
http://www.lynneandpat.co.uk
16/01/2009
The Kittyhawks
An 'old time' band rooted in traditional old-time but with a mixture of contemporary too.
All interwoven with beautiful harmonies.
Entry £5
http://www.thekittyhawks.com
An 'old time' band rooted in traditional old-time but with a mixture of contemporary too.
All interwoven with beautiful harmonies.
Entry £5
http://www.thekittyhawks.com
19/12/2008
CHRISTMAS PARTY £2
This is an occasion for everyone to enjoy, whether you are a performer or not. It doesn't even matter if you haven't been to the club before. All welcome.
Expect anything - surprise guests?
Rumour has it there will a mummers play. Will Father Christmas be there?
Only one way to find out - be there!
This is an occasion for everyone to enjoy, whether you are a performer or not. It doesn't even matter if you haven't been to the club before. All welcome.
Expect anything - surprise guests?
Rumour has it there will a mummers play. Will Father Christmas be there?
Only one way to find out - be there!
28/11/2008
14/11/2008
Trio Threlfall £5
Jane and Amanda Threlfall and Roger Edwards.
A wonderful trio from Lancashire with
a range of both familiar and less well-known traditional songs and tunes.
http://www.triothrelfall.net/
Jane and Amanda Threlfall and Roger Edwards.
A wonderful trio from Lancashire with
a range of both familiar and less well-known traditional songs and tunes.
http://www.triothrelfall.net/
31/10/2008
Steve Ashley
Steve has long been regarded as one of Britain's finest singer-songwriters, with a reputation for writing contemporary songs inspired by the English Tradition. A warm and timeless performer.
http://www.steveashley.co.uk/
Steve has long been regarded as one of Britain's finest singer-songwriters, with a reputation for writing contemporary songs inspired by the English Tradition. A warm and timeless performer.
http://www.steveashley.co.uk/
17/10/2008
Martin Carthy
No introductions needed for the 'king of folk'.
Please contact us if you want to check availability as it is likely to be a busy night. Just this once there will be a ticket system. Those bought at the folk club before the 17th Oct will be
£6, and any reserved by phone or email and/or bought on the door
£7.
4.30pm This is probably Full House by now, so only try and get in without reservation if you are prepared to stand in a corner! There may be just a
small space or two if we have any 'no shows'or find somewhere to put the tables.
http://www.watersoncarthy.com/
No introductions needed for the 'king of folk'.
Please contact us if you want to check availability as it is likely to be a busy night. Just this once there will be a ticket system. Those bought at the folk club before the 17th Oct will be
£6, and any reserved by phone or email and/or bought on the door
£7.
4.30pm This is probably Full House by now, so only try and get in without reservation if you are prepared to stand in a corner! There may be just a
small space or two if we have any 'no shows'or find somewhere to put the tables.
http://www.watersoncarthy.com/
03/10/2008
26/09/2008
The Askew Sisters £4.50
Hazel and Emily Askew on fiddle, accordion and vocals.
http://www.askewsisters.co.uk
Hazel and Emily Askew on fiddle, accordion and vocals.
http://www.askewsisters.co.uk
05/09/2008
01/08/2008
11/07/2008
James Fagan & Nancy Kerr
Ever popular at the Oxford Folk Club, and plenty of room here for everyone wanting to see them again. Guitar-bouzouki, vocals/fiddle - all superb! £5
If you are coming to the Folly Bridge Inn for the first time don't forget that it isn't actually at the bridge itself but a bit further down the road on the corner of Whitehouse Road. We hope to see lots of people this week, and unlike our old venue at the Port Mahon there really is room to breathe!
http://www.kerrfagan.com/
Ever popular at the Oxford Folk Club, and plenty of room here for everyone wanting to see them again. Guitar-bouzouki, vocals/fiddle - all superb! £5
If you are coming to the Folly Bridge Inn for the first time don't forget that it isn't actually at the bridge itself but a bit further down the road on the corner of Whitehouse Road. We hope to see lots of people this week, and unlike our old venue at the Port Mahon there really is room to breathe!
http://www.kerrfagan.com/
20/06/2008
06/06/2008
Steve Tilston £5
One of the best British singer/songwriters on the scene, with some wonderful and probably familiar songs.
http://www.steve-tilston.co.uk/
One of the best British singer/songwriters on the scene, with some wonderful and probably familiar songs.
http://www.steve-tilston.co.uk/
30/05/2008
16/05/2008
Tom Bliss ( at The Folly Bridge ) £4.50
Yes. We are on the move!
A popular troubadour with a wonderful selection of songs and superb accompaniments.
Come along for the first night at our new venue, and make it an extra special occasion.
NB The Folly Bridge Inn is on the Abingdon Road, just a little way south of the actual bridge. There is some parking available, and plenty of buses.
Just a few minutes walk from St. Aldates.
http://www.turnstone.tv/solo.html
Yes. We are on the move!
A popular troubadour with a wonderful selection of songs and superb accompaniments.
Come along for the first night at our new venue, and make it an extra special occasion.
NB The Folly Bridge Inn is on the Abingdon Road, just a little way south of the actual bridge. There is some parking available, and plenty of buses.
Just a few minutes walk from St. Aldates.
http://www.turnstone.tv/solo.html
02/05/2008
18/04/2008
Bram Taylor
First time appearance at the club for this special performer, and last guest night at the Port Mahon for Oxford Folk Club. He is sure to make it a memorable night, with his easy going expertise of traditional and contemporary songs and superb guitar work.
http://www.bramtaylor.com/
First time appearance at the club for this special performer, and last guest night at the Port Mahon for Oxford Folk Club. He is sure to make it a memorable night, with his easy going expertise of traditional and contemporary songs and superb guitar work.
http://www.bramtaylor.com/
04/04/2008
Mawkin:Causley
First visit from this amazing combination of talents. Vocals from Jim Causley backed by the full Mawkin instrumental line up. The ultimate folk boy band. £5
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to new management and pub refurbishment we are likely to move from the Port during May 2008.
If anyone has any ideas for a suitable city centre venue please contact us as soon as possible.
NB. We WILL continue and are already working on it!
http://www.mawkin.co.uk/
First visit from this amazing combination of talents. Vocals from Jim Causley backed by the full Mawkin instrumental line up. The ultimate folk boy band. £5
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to new management and pub refurbishment we are likely to move from the Port during May 2008.
If anyone has any ideas for a suitable city centre venue please contact us as soon as possible.
NB. We WILL continue and are already working on it!
http://www.mawkin.co.uk/
07/03/2008
22/02/2008
08/02/2008
25/01/2008
Home Territory (NEW EVENT)
Don't miss this excellent bluegrass band, with plenty of harmonies, solos and sound with Richard Holland - banjo, Sherryl and Gary Payne - bass, guitar, Emily Smith - fiddle, and Lennie Harvey - dobro. TOO GOOD TO MISS!
Floor spots might give Burns a turn too!
Don't forget, this is a CHANGE OF EVENT from Les Barker, who, we are pleased to report is now 'unplugged' from coronary care and back home. We hope to see him at Oxford sometime this year.
Don't miss this excellent bluegrass band, with plenty of harmonies, solos and sound with Richard Holland - banjo, Sherryl and Gary Payne - bass, guitar, Emily Smith - fiddle, and Lennie Harvey - dobro. TOO GOOD TO MISS!
Floor spots might give Burns a turn too!
Don't forget, this is a CHANGE OF EVENT from Les Barker, who, we are pleased to report is now 'unplugged' from coronary care and back home. We hope to see him at Oxford sometime this year.
11/01/2008
21/12/2007
07/12/2007
Andy Irvine
Wonderful performer with a huge following, so try and contact us if you are hoping to come to see him. We are expecting "house full" for this event so be prepared for a bit of a squash! There are just a few spaces left so get here early. Correct money at the door would also be helpful. £5
Wonderful performer with a huge following, so try and contact us if you are hoping to come to see him. We are expecting "house full" for this event so be prepared for a bit of a squash! There are just a few spaces left so get here early. Correct money at the door would also be helpful. £5
23/11/2007
Craig/Morgan/Robson
Special Anniversary Night with expert harmonies from Moira,Sarah and Carolyn. £4.50/£3.50
http://www.cmr-harmony.org.uk
Special Anniversary Night with expert harmonies from Moira,Sarah and Carolyn. £4.50/£3.50
http://www.cmr-harmony.org.uk
02/11/2007
19/10/2007
Whaley and Fletcher
Renowned for their superb mellow harmonies,rambling humour, and of course, their beards. £4/£3
http://www.folkmusic.net/billwhaleyanddavefletcher
Renowned for their superb mellow harmonies,rambling humour, and of course, their beards. £4/£3
http://www.folkmusic.net/billwhaleyanddavefletcher
05/10/2007
Belshazzar's Feast
Zany entertainment that should probably carry a health and safety warning, given the dangers of out of control laughter. So all this, combined with superb musicianship can only mean a busy night. Get here early! £4.50/£3.50
Enquiries by email or 01865 761110 or 768128
PLEASE CONTACT IN ADVANCE IF POSSIBLE FOR THIS EVENT.
http://www.paulsartin.co.uk/
Zany entertainment that should probably carry a health and safety warning, given the dangers of out of control laughter. So all this, combined with superb musicianship can only mean a busy night. Get here early! £4.50/£3.50
Enquiries by email or 01865 761110 or 768128
PLEASE CONTACT IN ADVANCE IF POSSIBLE FOR THIS EVENT.
http://www.paulsartin.co.uk/
21/09/2007
Pint and Dale
Music of the sea, from two of America's finest interpreters. £4/£3
http://www.pintndale.com
Music of the sea, from two of America's finest interpreters. £4/£3
http://www.pintndale.com