The 5th Annual Folk for M.S. Ceilidh took place on Friday 11th June 2010 at the Old Mill Hall, Grove. Simon Care, melodeon virtuoso, past and present member of Tickled Pink, Whapweasel, Albion Band and Edward II, put together an exciting, lively and unique band. He was joined by the combined and considerable talents of Gerald Claridge, Jamie Huddlestone, Cat Kelly, Dohan Mehmet, Laurel Swift and Tim Walker who played together as if they had been doing it all their lives! The legendary Gordon Potts called the dances and had the dance floor pulsating all night. Experienced dancers pushed and pulled the absolute beginners, helping to guide them through the dances. The floor was full of happy, smiling faces all night long and the atmosphere was as fun-filled and high-energy as I can ever recall! Brighton Morris Men filled the half-time break with an enormously entertaining display of Cotswold Morris - with just a touch of the highly theatrical!
Thanks to the generosity of everyone who played, performed, supplied sound and light, helped out and bought a ticket, the ceilidh raised £1080.
Thanks to the generosity of everyone who played, performed, supplied sound and light, helped out and bought a ticket, the ceilidh raised £1080.
White Horse Ceilidhs run a series of dances in Grove Village Hall with the aim to bring new, young people into an already thriving local Folk scene. These events combine English Ceilidh (energetic barn dances) with performances from local bands and dance groups. Ceilidhs take place roughly every other month and have already attracted a lively, enthusiastic following.
5th Annual FfMS Charity Ceilidh - Friday 11th June 2010
WHAT IS A CEILIDH ?
English Ceilidh, pronounced "Kay-lee", is an energetic form of Barn Dance or English Country Dancing; the dancing is infectious, great fun and a wonderful way to meet new people of all ages, get some exercise, laugh a lot and hear amazing LIVE music. Ceilidhs provided a great opportunity to get a group of friends together and treat yourselves to a night of first-class, lively entertainment whilst supporting a worthy cause.
The ceilidhs starts at 8pm and end at 11.30pm. There is a licensed bar with real ales from local breweries and a selection of rolls / sandwiches on sale.
