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Summary of Past Events - 2004
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Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10.00am-5.00pm
| January 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Friday 9th | BOHOLA (USA) - the 'Irish Voice', described bohola as "a group whose instrumental virtuosity, strong vocals and arrangements place them at the leading edge of today's traditional music scene." MORE INFORMATION... 7.00pm $15; $14: $12 |
| Saturday 31st | FUEGO present classis songs by the Gypsy Kings, Santana, and their own original works. The ALOYSIUS FLAMENCO TRIO - present original music and dance with great flair and both acts should not be missed. 7.30pm. $8, $6, & $5 |
| February 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Friday 20th | MARTIN PEARSON at the Folk Centre. More info to follow. |
| Saturday 21st | ROMANTIC RUSSIA |
| Sunday 22nd | MUSICIAN CLUB |
| Thursday 26th | WOMEN OUT LOUD |
| Friday 27th | ARTEMISIA |
| Saturday 28th | AFRICAN NIGHT |
| Sunday 29th | ROCK & ROLL NIGHT |
| March 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Thursday 4th | GRASSROOTS bluegrass concert. |
| Friday 5th | LATIN NIGHT |
| Saturday 6th | DIDDYCHWY |
| Sunday 7th | MUSICIANS CLUB |
| Thursday 11th | THE BOOGIEMEN |
| Friday 12th | SCALA SHOWCASE SPECIAL |
| Saturday 13th | TURKISH NIGHT OF MUSIC AND DANCE |
| Sunday 14th | FINAL NIGHT OF OUR FESTIVAL SHOWCASE EVENTS |
| Saturday 20th | SONiA (USA) - Multi award winner, SONiA returns to the Folk Centre for the second time in as many years. If you missed her last year, do yourself a favour - catch her this time around and be amazed. MORE INFO... |
| Sunday 21st | JEANETTE WORMALD - Jeanette's star continues to rise as she pursues a career that juggles helping to raise a family and running a farm in the Mallee region, and writing and performing songs from the heart. She returns to the Folk Centre with a special Sunday afternoon concert that should not be missed. NOTE TIME: 2pm-5pm |
| April 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Sunday 11th | SINGERS SESSION - If you aren't going to Canberra for the National Folk Festival, you have no excuse to stay away from our popular singers session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Friday 16th | JEZ LOWE (UK) is one
of the best folk performers to come out of England in many years. This
promises to be another highlight concert in what will definitely be a year
of highlights. < MORE INFO > Jez will be supported by PAT RYAN & KEN HOWARD (Scotland) < MORE INFO > |
| Saturday 17th | ERIC BOGLE - Eric Bogle's first performance at the Folk Centre promises to be huge. Eric is putting together a special ANZAC DAY show for us, and if this doesn't sell out - nothing will. Call 8354 4606 now to reserve your table and avoid disappointment. |
| Saturday 24th | JAMES KEELAGHAN (Canada) - At last! James Keelaghan (Canada) is finally coming to Adelaide, for a show has been much anticipated by his many fans in this state. Those of you who remember the late, great, Stan Rogers will not want to miss this only Adelaide show. MORE INFO... |
| Thursday 29th | AUSSIE BUSH TOUR CONCERT - With Rum and Raspberry and Diddychy. |
| May 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Saturday 1st | KRIS DEMEANOR (Canada) - CANCELLED DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL |
| Sunday 9th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Friday 28th |
CHRIS FINNEN &
NICK CHARLES - Chris Finnen
is one of Australia's best guitarists in any genre, but he excels when
playing the blues. Nick Charles is not just following in Chris's footsteps
but carving out a very distinctive niche for himself. Now both will be
appearing together on the same stage to wow us with their songs, stories,
and music. |
| June 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Friday 11th |
C.A.S.M. The Centre for Aboriginal Studies in Music has been fostering indigenous music and performance across a variety of genres for many years. This week they come to the Folk Centre for the first time to present a showcase of new talent that is sure to please and inspire. Call 8354 4606 now to reserve your table and avoid disappointment. |
| Sunday 13th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Saturday 19th | RAW HONEY - In the style of Chris While and Julie Matthews, Marcia Howard and Rose Bygrave, and Indigo Girls, award winning song writers Miranda Bradley and Sue Pratten paint wonderfully lyrical pictures. Join them as they weave their musical journey from lullaby ballads to acoustic folk/rock through some great bluesy grooves! |
| Saturday 26th | COLCANNON: THE EUREKA SUITE & CONCERT. Colcannon return to the Folk Centre to present John Munro's Eureka Suite prior to departure on their 10 week tour of the UK. The Eureka Suite will be performed between 8pm-9pm. Colcannon will then finish off the night with a performance of some of their best loved songs. Not to be missed. $20 & $18 (conc). |
| Sunday 27th | WILL OGILVIE - A special presentation of the life and poetry of this seminal Australian poet. |
| July 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Friday 9th | ARTEMISIA - present the songs and music of Greece. These nights are always fun, and music, food, and lots of dancing are the order of the night. So put on your dancing shoes, and come prepared to party until late. |
| Saturday 10th | GRASSROOTS - Bluegrass music has never sounded better. Local aficionados Grassroots are back to present a night of foot tapping, knee slapping entertainment. |
| Sunday 11th | SCOTTISH ASSOCIATION QUIZ AFTERNOON - Another great afternoon of fun and questions at this very popular event. Put together a table of budding Einsteins and pit your wits against the challengers. 1pm-5pm. |
| SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. | |
| Saturday 17th | THE PABLO NERUDA CULTURAL COMMITTEE present a night of food, music, poetry and culture at this celebration of the famous Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. You are invited to join the fun. |
| Friday 23rd | PHIL MANNING - One of Australia's great guitarists and performers. |
| August 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Sunday 8th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Saturday 14th | SEEING ORBO - World music, rock, blues, folk and pop. Influences from the Beatles to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan; from harmonic singing to sweet harmonies; from the familiar to the exotic. All this and more woven together with exhuberant song, acoustic guitar, flute and reed. * Doors open 7pm * Light meals available * $10.00 & $7.00 (conc.) * |
| Friday 27th | VELADA FLAMENCO
- One of Adelaide's newest Flamenco companies is set to pound the boards
and set your hearts aflame with the power and passion of this hugely
popular and dynamic art form. This show is already selling fast. Don't be disappointed - book now. * $18/$15 or $110 (table of 8) * Tapas and Sangria available * Doors open 7.30pm * |
| September 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Saturday 11th |
AWESAM -
is being presented by SAMIA (the South Australian Music Industry
Association). AWESAM will feature three of SA's best known contemporary
music acts: Heather Frahn; The Hogues; and Luke Ashby and
The Lonely Crowd. Come along and see why this state continues to
produce some of the best musicians and performers in Australia. |
| Sunday 12th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Saturday 18th | JOHN FRANCIS & MONTZ with STEVE FLEMMING - Many will know of the exceptional talents of John Francis who shifts easily between traditional folk songs and jazz with side trips to the blues. In this extraordinary concert, John will take to the stage with Japanese banjo maestro Matsumoto Montz. Montz is at home with bluegrass, folk, and Dixie genre's, and he has also studied Indian classical singing. A night to expect the unexpected. Supported by Steve Flemming. Light meals available. $15.00 and $12.00 |
| October 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Friday 1st |
POTTERS HOUSE CHURCH - Private booking. |
| Saturday 2nd | TRADE UNION CHOIR - present Virgin on The Ridiculous. One of the great community choirs, always ready to challenge and delight audiences with their wide selection of songs from many lands, delivered with power and joy. |
| Friday 8th |
ROMANI YAG - Music that celebrates the strength and survival of the Gypsies (the Romani). Not to be missed. More info to follow... |
| Sunday 10th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Wednesday 13th | FAERD are a Scandinavian Celtic fusion group featuring the Finnish bassist, Tapani Varis; the English accordion player, Karen Tweed; Swedish fiddler and vocalist, Carina Normansson; and the Danish musicians Peter Urhbrand (violin/viola), and Eskil Romme (saxophone). Faerd will delight you with their innovative collaborations as they tackle the music of the Faroe Islands and beyond. < More details > |
| Friday 15th | NATIONAL FOLK ALLIANCE CONVENTION - The opening night of this important national event will include a showcase concert featuring some of the best contemporary and traditional folk acts from around Australia. |
| Saturday 16th | NATIONAL FOLK ALLIANCE CONVENTION - Workshops, concerts, discussions, fellowship, and much more will be experienced as part of this national event. |
| Sunday 17th | NATIONAL FOLK ALLIANCE CONVENTION - the workshops, concerts, discussions, networking and fellowship continue on day three of the important event. |
| Friday 22nd | ASH GRUNWALD - is one of Australia's true rising stars. Named Australian Blues Vocalist of The Year (2003), his love and knowledge of the blues is second to none. This will be his first performance at the Folk Centre, and is must for all lovers of good music - not just those who enjoy the blues. $15; $12 & $10. Light meals available. Doors open 7.30pm |
| Saturday 23rd | RAW HONEY are Miranda Bradley (ex Fruit), and Sue Pratten. Together they play great guitar, sing lush harmonies, and perform songs with depth and meaning. THE YEARLINGS are Robyn Chalklen and Chris Parkinson. This duo has captivated audiences with songs and stories performed with exquisite delicacy. These two great South Australian acts along with the JOHN BAKER DUO add up to one of the best evenings of contemporary music you are likely to see and hear on the one stage in a long time. All this for just $9 or $6. Light meals available. Doors open 7.30pm |
| Sunday 24th | ACAPELLA HEAVEN - Great harmonies and an outstanding selection of songs, from not just one group of wonderful performers, but five great acts. Sharing the stage will be Heaven Knows; Nobody’s Fault But Mine; Umbrella Acapella; The Wright Street Choir; and Virgin On The Ridiculous. Five amazing acapella acts for just $15 or $12. PLEASE NOTE EARLY START: Doors open 4.00pm |
| Friday 29th | DOUG ASHDOWN- is one of the truly great Australian songwriters and performers. He is so much in demand around Australia and overseas, that he rarely performs here in his home state, but we've managed to line him up for one show only on Friday, October 29th. This is a rare opportunity to see one of the great icons of contemporary music. Call the Centre now on 8354 4606 to reserve your table now. $15; $12 & $10. Light meals available. Doors open 7.30pm |
| Saturday 30th | REFUGEE WEEK CONCERT - MUSIC IN EXILE - It's Refugee Week, and the Folk Centre is proud to be hosting this concert, based around the theme, Music In Exile. Prices to be confirmed. Light meals available. |
| November 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Thursday 4th |
DEE DONOVAN (Ireland's 'Silver Baron') - presents The Spirit of The Celts. Dee Donovan is one of Ireland's best known performers. This night promises to be filled with Gaelic music, great humour and lots of songs in a show for the whole family. Special guest will be Eddie Ash. Book now to avoid disappointment. $15; $12 & $10. Light meals available. Doors open 7.30pm |
| Saturday 6th |
JEANETTE WORMALD - Jeanette has been working hard at her craft for many years and slowly but surely, it is starting to pay off. Tonight Jeanette will be recording her performance for a forthcoming 'live in concert' DVD that she is planning to release in May 2005. Come along and be part of this unique event. $15 & $12. Children under 12 free. |
| Sunday 7th | SCOTTISH FIDDLE CLUB - A musicians circle for fiddler's who want to play in the Scottish style. If that's you, bring your fiddle/violin along and join in the music making from 2pm-5pm. |
| Friday 12th | STEVE TILSTON - is one of the most engaging performers on the scene today, Steve is a celebrated British singer-songwriter, winning as much praise for his superb guitar playing as his songwriting and vocal style. Amongst his best known songs are the classic The Slip Jigs & Reels, The Naked Highwayman, and Here's To Tom Paine. MORE INFO... |
| Saturday 13th | BLUEGRASS JUNCTION - Bluegrass Junction gelled out of a common love for the genre of music which started it all... Country, Rock, and Swing. They all have their roots in the mother of contemporary music born of Celtic and Blues. This is bluegrass as it was meant to be - fast, fun, and exciting. |
| Sunday 14th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Friday 26th | ENDA KENNY - Dublin born songwriter, Enda Kenny has lived in Melbourne since 1987. Drawing on the traditions of the seanachie and yarn spinner, his songs describe stories of life, humour, nature and injustice. Enda’s gift as a performer is his ability to bring alive the individual experience in a way his audience intuitively relates to. Light meals available. Prices to be confirmed. |
| Saturday 27th | RORY FAITHFIELD - Renowned for his positive energy and infectious enthusiasm with songs that bounce between folk, rock, and every place in between, Rory's solo acoustic shows are a simultaneously mystical and energising experience. Don't miss this former Sydneysider when he performs at the Centre tonight. < More details > |
| December 2004, Folk Centre Events | |
| Sunday 5th | SCOTTISH FIDDLE CLUB - A musicians circle for fiddler's who want to play in the Scottish style. If that's you, bring your fiddle/violin along and join in the music making from 2pm-5pm. |
| Friday 10th |
MAL WEBB - Mal Webb is or has been a member of The Oxo Cubans; Sock; Afrodisa; Batacuda; Hurly Burly; Bomba; Brassica; and currently, Totally Gourdgeous - and they're just the ones he can remember! This one man dynamo will amaze and entertain you with his stunning musicianship, vocal gymnastics, and inventive original songs. Light meals available. Mal Webb and Support: $10 & $8. Kids under 12 free. < MORE INFORMATION > |
| Sunday 12th | SINGERS SESSION - Every second Sunday of the month sees a growing band of musicians and singers coming together for an evening of great songs and fine fellowship at our ever popular Singers Session. Bring your voices and instruments and join the circle of music. 5pm-9pm. |
| Friday 17th |
VERONICA VARGAS & THE TRIANA FLAMENCO DANCERS - Veronica Vargas is back with her wonderful Flamenco dance troupe, to wow us with another show that is sure to be filled with colour, music, and lots of dancing. Always popular, this shows attract a large appreciative audience. Book now (on 8354 4606) to avoid disappointment. Prices to be confirmed. Light meals available. |
| Saturday 18th | FOLK FEDERATION MEDIEVAL FEAST/CHRISTMAS PARTY - To wind up another full year of performances and hard work, we are going to let our hair down, dress up, and party in style at our last show for the year. A rollicking good time will be had by all, so mark this one in your diary or on your calendar as one party not to miss. |
