The Folk Federation of Tasmania:
Forthcoming Events
This page is regularly updated with details of forthcoming folk music and dance events in Tasmania. This page is maintained as a free community service by the Folk Federation of Tasmania who accept no responsibility for the accuracy or otherwise of information supplied to us for listing on this page.
Check our Sessions Page for details of regular sessions across the state.
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CELTIC CEILIDH
Shamrock and Thistle Dance
SAT. 26th JULY '08
7:30-11:30PM
WESLEY HALL, 58 MELVILLE ST, HOBART (5 mins walk from city centre)
A night of lively Irish and Scottish dancing with vibrant traditional music by Dancers’ Delight With dancing demonstrations.
Ceilidh dances taught. No dancing experience or partner required. All ages welcome. Please bring a plate of supper.
Tickets at the door: $14 / $12 (conc.) / $10 (mem.) / $5 (u/14)Dress: casual or celtic.
Treat your feet and your ears!
Info: 03 6273 2127 folkdancetas@gmail.com
Sponsored by the Folk Federation of Tasmania
GYPSY DANCE with Xenos
Liquid gold saxophone, haunting ancient gaida, songs of love and death in Rom. Xenos steal your heart and feet - the music of the Balkan Roma.
Featuring dances of Florina as performed and taught by the Florina Aristotelis dance group on their recent visit to Hobart - you might have seen them on Salamanca Lawns or at the Greek Taverna night, or attended their dance workshop at the Hellenic Hall. Anne and Rob from Xenos played for these events.
SAT. 30th AUGUST 2008
7:30-11:30pm, Wesley Hall, 58 Melville St, Hobart (5 mins walk from city centre)
$14 / $12 (conc.) / $10 (member) / $5 (under 14). Group concessions available.
Please bring a plate of supper.
All dances taught. No dancing experience or partner required. All ages welcome.
Enquiries: 6273 2127 folkdancetas@gmail.com
Sponsored by the Folk Federation of Tasmania
See also www.xenosmusic.comBrookfield Vineyard.
1640 Channel Highway. Margate. 7054.
Ph 6267 2880
Licensed cafe open 7 days & late for all events
Friday 27th June -Couta Blue7 piece band
Dominic Frances
8:00 PM, Friday Jul 18, 2008
Dominic is tonights guest at the monthly folk night. Free admission.
Come along, great family and friends night.
Listen or join in the entertainment.
Fred Smith and Liz Frencham
7:30 PM, Saturday Jul 26, 2008
Any festival goers will know the talent of these wonderful performers.
Folk Night
7:00 PM, Friday Aug 15, 2008
Don't stay at home.
Come on your own.
Family friendly
Good Music, Good Food, Good coffee Good Staff to look after your needs.
Adam Cousens
8:00 PM, Saturday Aug 16, 2008
Already nearly booked out
Three awards in the amplified 2008
All the young one love him.
Andy Rigby
7:00 PM, Friday Aug 22, 2008
Paraguan Harpist.
Sensational instrument maker.
Another superb recording of solo harp by Andy Rigby. All arrangements and some original pieces are also by Andy.
- La Maraquera
- Johnny Cope
- Seswalo
- Pajaro Campana
- The Crossing
- The Eagle's Whistle
- Planxty Ann Heymann
- El Condor Pasa
- Planxty Karyn
- Si Quedara Sin Ti
- Llio's Conset Set
- Leaving
- Shannon Air
- Bintang Bolon Dala
- Moser's Jig/The Parrot Reel
- Planxty Gordon/The Winter Wren
- Reel of Brass/Flowers of Edinburgh/Itchy Fingers
tickets prices to be announced.
Bob Malone
5:00 PM, Saturday Aug 23, 2008
http://www.bobmalone.com/
What do you call an artist whose talent consistently transcends the endless parade of pre-chewed musical fad and fashion? What do you say about a two-fisted pianoman and singer-songwriter whosechops can blow the doors off any venue, and whose road-ready showmanship regularly leaves the audience hooting and howling for more? How do you categorize a down-home guy who came from the swamps of Jersey but whose music swings with the soul of New Orleans? An artist who writes songs that can tug your heart or split your sides with sardonic laughter…often at the same time? An artist who has complete command of the entire spectrum of American roots music…blues, jazz, ragtime, boogie woogie and more — and drags it all, kicking and screaming, into the twenty first century?
Ladies and gents, Bob Malone is that man, and yes, he is that good.
If you liked Pugsley Buzzard you will love Bob Malone.
His support Act.
Karen Nash sings blues, country.
Don't Miss this fabulous double act.
FOLKBIZ 2008
Is presented by the Folk Alliance of Australia On 30-31 August at the Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts
It is a weekend conference gathering for those who keep the folk industry’s wheels turning.
Speakers include respected performers such as Judy Small, who will also present the keynote address, and a host of industry professionals from the worlds of publishing, recording, broadcasting, PR, touring and funding.
See full conference programme, registration packages and prices, more information and download registration form at www.folkalliance.org.au
Enquiries to Christina Mimmocchi on 9314 6826 or development@folkalliance.org.auThe Tasmanian Storytelling Festival
31 Aug to 6 Sep 2008
- celebrating the art of storytelling by inspiring people to share their stories.
The festival will:
- WELCOME storytellers from around Tasmania, Australia and the world, to contribute their stories and skills through performances, workshops and forums.
- FOSTER the art of storytelling in Tasmania.
- PRESENT a regular internationally networked festival.
I’m sure there are lots of storytellers out there in the folk music world would relish the opportunity to participate in the inaugural Tasmanian International Storytelling Festival from 31 Aug to 6 Sep 2008 (in various venues in and around Hobart).
Expression of Interest forms for participating artists can be obtained by contacting:
info@tasmanianstorytellingfestival.comOr
tasstoryfest@gmail.com
cheers,
Iain Lang
Major
Annual Festivals and Events
Cygnet Folk Festival - second weekend in January each year. Full program details online shortly before each festival. See the website for details of various Tasmanian and other performers.
Tamar Valley Festival, Georgetown, third weekend in January each year. Concerts, Dances, Workshops, Children's Activities Contact: 03 6382 1850 or write to The Secretary, PO Box 352 George Town, 7253