Wednesday 10 May - Winter Wilson - A welcome return to Hambledon of this first-class duo. Now in their 10th year as full-time musicians, Kip Winter and Dave Wilson bring a sense of intimacy to every venue, blending superb, often hard-hitting original songs, stunning harmonies and musicianship with sometimes hilarious humour and tales of life on the road. Kip (vocals, accordion, guitar, flute) ‘simply has a voice to die for’ ( John Roffey, Maverick Magazine), whilst Dave (vocals, guitar and banjo) is now rightly recognized as being amongst the top tier of British songwriters, with his songs sung in folk clubs across the UK and beyond. Together, their voices are sublime. ‘In 30 years of listening to folk music, I have never heard two voices blend so perfectly.’ (David Aird, Chairman, Glenfarg Folk Club). ‘Kip Winter's outstanding vocal talents and Dave Wilson's stunning abilities as a songwriter, composer, guitarist and singer welded seamlessly to produce a most memorable evening.’ (John Waltham, Living Tradition) https://winterwilson.com
Wednesday 14 June - The Shackleton Trio - A highly original and energetic musical force that combines captivating songwriting, fiery tunes and powerful three part harmonies. The Shackleton Trio are Georgia Shackleton (fiddle, vocals), Aaren Bennett (guitar) and Nic Zuppardi (mandolin). Natural talents of the folk tradition, their self-penned material blends seamlessly with their imaginative yet authentic re-workings of traditional folk standards, influenced by British, American and Scandinavian folk traditions but remaining firmly rooted in the local tradition of the band’s native East Anglia
‘Beguiling. A charismatic performance that holds your attention and isn’t afraid to make you think’ (Northern Sky Magazine). charismatic and intensely assured’ (fRoots) https://www.shackletontrio.co.uk
Wednesday 12 July - Ben Robertson - An accomplished young guitarist and singer from North Wales who includes a wide range of instrumentals and songs in his repertoire. Inspired by the likes of Martin Simpson and Davy Graham, he plays fingerstyle guitar folk tunes and songs from across the British Isles and Europe, from traditional Irish to contemporary Scandinavian. Ben is becoming increasingly popular on the UK folk festival circuit. ‘Ben's playing is absolutely sublime. He's a massively entertaining performer with a great sound’ https://www.benrobertsonmusic.co.uk
Our Club offers a friendly and intimate setting enjoyed by artists and audience alike: many performers comment on the warmth of their reception and a true folk club atmosphere. The club features local, national and even international guest performers while invariably there is the traditional floor-spot session before the main act for local or visiting performers to each sing or play a tune or two.
Do come and visit our friendly club!
ALL GIGS:
Venue: The Youth Hut (between Village Hall and Vine Pub), West Street, Hambledon PO7 4RW - Start: 8.30pm (doors open 8.00pm). Floor spots and guests welcome!
Entry: £12.00 (£10.00 members, £6.00 under 18s and students)
Drinks: From Vine Pub next door (or bring your own). Tea/Coffee available at the Club - Contact enquiries and booking/ reservations phone 023 9263 2719 or email: folkclubhambledon@hotmail.co.uk Web: https://www.hambledonfolkclub.com