The Wilderness Yet combines the acclaimed talents of folksinger Rosie Hodgson, traditional fiddler Rowan Piggott, and guitarist-flautist Philippe Barnes. Independently, they have earned audiences’ esteem as consummate musicians; together, they weave an eclectic tapestry of traditional and original songs and tunes; from a cappella three-part harmonies to luscious instrumental arrangements - as those of you who saw them on their previous visit to the club will testify. Rosie’s voice brings “a ruby-richness to lyrics new and old" (Folk Radio UK) and it’s no surprise that she has been a finalist for the BBC Young Folk Award. Rosie’s musical background is steeped in the English tradition and her own songs are heavily influenced by this and her love of the environment. Rowan is a traditional musician who grew up in the foothills of the Burren on the west coast of Ireland. He is also a fine singer with a “deep understanding and feel for tradition” (FolkWords). Philippe is well-known on the folk scene as a virtuosic flautist, but is an equally magnificent guitarist! Since completing an MA in Irish Music Performance at the University of Limerick, Philippe has toured in a number of line-ups including Crossharbour (alongside Rosie!) Out of respect to everyone present at the folk club on the night we are also asking all attendees: - to have either had three covid vaccinations or had a negative lateral flow test immediately prior to attending; - wear masks when moving around the building or going to the bar. Finally, and most obviously, please do not attend if you show any symptoms of infection (a full refund of the ticket price will be made if the folk club organisers are contacted in advance of the concert).

Admission £13.00 (member £11.00) - Tickets must be purchased in advance

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Our next Come All Ye:

Friday 10th June 2022 - 8.00pm
Doors open at 7.15pm - music 7:30pm - evening finishes at 10.30pm
COME ALL YE OPEN ZOOM
ZOOM

Singers, musicians, wordsmiths and audience are once again invited to join us for an evening of good music in good company at our monthly Come All Ye Open Zoom (CAYOZ). We all had a splendid time at May's CAYOZ. The performers were all in fine form and as usual entertained us with an eclectic and enjoyable selection of items ranging from a song from The Copper Family to one from the Kinks; from Lord Franklyn to Lovely Molly; and from The Birds In The Spring to The Night Owl Homeward Turns. All that plus an unforgettable rendition of Les Barker's Detritus. Our next CAYOZ will be on Friday 10th June and as ever Tim and Lawrence will be hosting the evening and welcoming everyone, performers and audience alike. It's almost as good as the real thing and it's a delight to see a screen full of familiar and new faces and hear some very enjoyable music and stories - you won’t be disappointed and you’ll definitely be entertained. Bring your own drink! If you're interested in attending please click here to send an e-mail.

Admission free (obvs)

Our previous presentation

Recorded "live" December 2021
Still available online
MISTLETOE CAYOZ
YouTube

In 2019, after 20 years of promoting Maypoles To Mistletoe at the Electric Theatre, the folk club adapted the perennially popular show to fit into the Assembly Room at the Guildford Institute. The show was called Mistletoe Garland and in 2020 we adapted our adaptation to fit into Zoom. The show was streamed "live" a week before Christmas and a recording is still available here. On Friday 10th December 2021 the cast of Mistletoe Garland were each invited to choose their two favourite songs from the show and were joined by most of our regular Come All Ye Open Zoom (CAYOZ) singers, performing seasonal songs of their choosing, to present Mistletoe CAYOZ. As in previous years we were delighted to be joined by the wonderful Martyn Wyndham-Read to bring you some Christmas cheer and perform some of the finest seasonal songs and tunes around interspersed with anecdotes and poems about traditional customs and folklore. All that plus a Mummers Play! A splendid time was had by all and you can enjoy it here. Every year show is performed in aid of the charity Maypoles To Mistletoe has supported for decades, St Catherine's Hospice in Crawley. Mistletoe CAYOZ is free to view, but should you wish to make a donation to St Catherine's please visit our 2021 justgiving.com website. The show is available on YouTube (click here for link).

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