COCKERSDALE
For many years Cockersdale have been one of the leading unaccompanied groups in the UK. Originally formed by Keith Marsden to perform his songs, the group's reputation soon grew making them a major force in folk music. Following Keith's death in 1991 Cockersdale reformed and re-established themselves as one of the most popular groups on the UK folk scene. Graham now writes some of the songs that Cockersdale sing and provides most of the harmonies with Val while John provides the tune. They have decided to call time on live performances so we are both delighted and honoured that they will be performing together for Folk for M.S.
ISAMBARDE
ISAMBARDE are a young folk group from Coventry with tremendous energy and enthusiasm. Chris, Jude and Emily have been making an impression everywhere they go and collecting songs, tunes and friends along the way. Driving acoustic guitar rhythms are woven together by silken melodies on oboe and fiddle perfectly complimented by great full on vocal harmonies.
Isambarde’s music is a powerful blend of traditional and contemporary folk songs, taking the English tradition forward into the 21st century
NICK DOW
Nick Dow is a virtuoso guitarist. who spent many years playing acoustic blues guitar in the clubs round London. In the late sixties Nick moved in to Folk Music, bringing the same technical excellence to his repertoire, and making five albums. His fine singing and guitar playing have taken him round the world but after a serious illness, Nick stopped touring. Nick had been a regular guest at the SIVFF and In 2010 we tempted him out of hibernation to perform at the White Horse Folk Festival. It was a triumphant return and festival and club bookings swiftly followed together with a new CD.
VICKI SWAN & JONNY DYER
Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer have developed a strong reputation for a delivering great performances time and time again. Once known mainly for their instrumental skills with Scottish smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish nyckelharpa, they are now being recognised as impressive song arrangers and writers. Vicki & Jonny effortlessly blend traditional material with contemporary interpretations whilst equally creating original self penned tunes and songs that are entirely at home in the tradition. Out of this combination they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh.
For many years Cockersdale have been one of the leading unaccompanied groups in the UK. Originally formed by Keith Marsden to perform his songs, the group's reputation soon grew making them a major force in folk music. Following Keith's death in 1991 Cockersdale reformed and re-established themselves as one of the most popular groups on the UK folk scene. Graham now writes some of the songs that Cockersdale sing and provides most of the harmonies with Val while John provides the tune. They have decided to call time on live performances so we are both delighted and honoured that they will be performing together for Folk for M.S.
ISAMBARDE
ISAMBARDE are a young folk group from Coventry with tremendous energy and enthusiasm. Chris, Jude and Emily have been making an impression everywhere they go and collecting songs, tunes and friends along the way. Driving acoustic guitar rhythms are woven together by silken melodies on oboe and fiddle perfectly complimented by great full on vocal harmonies.
Isambarde’s music is a powerful blend of traditional and contemporary folk songs, taking the English tradition forward into the 21st century
NICK DOW
Nick Dow is a virtuoso guitarist. who spent many years playing acoustic blues guitar in the clubs round London. In the late sixties Nick moved in to Folk Music, bringing the same technical excellence to his repertoire, and making five albums. His fine singing and guitar playing have taken him round the world but after a serious illness, Nick stopped touring. Nick had been a regular guest at the SIVFF and In 2010 we tempted him out of hibernation to perform at the White Horse Folk Festival. It was a triumphant return and festival and club bookings swiftly followed together with a new CD.
VICKI SWAN & JONNY DYER
Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer have developed a strong reputation for a delivering great performances time and time again. Once known mainly for their instrumental skills with Scottish smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish nyckelharpa, they are now being recognised as impressive song arrangers and writers. Vicki & Jonny effortlessly blend traditional material with contemporary interpretations whilst equally creating original self penned tunes and songs that are entirely at home in the tradition. Out of this combination they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh.
NICK DOW
Concert Time: 8pm - 11.30pm
Doors Open: 7pm
Licensed Bar; Raffle; CD Sales
Selection of Hot & Cold Food
Tickets £10 (Under 16 £5)