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2010


	Steve Winchester and Jon Wigg
	Great vocals and enthralling original songs mixed haunting Celtic low whistle, guitar, fiddle and mandolin. Plus great songs from Christie Moore to Ralph Mctell.
	Website:http://www.amberleyfolkclub.com


	Paul Downes also special guests Pablito
	The evening started with Pablito - Barry Ruffell and Jeremy Sherman started off the evening. Paul Downes (though not feeling well) delighted the audience with his songs and amusing anecdotes and rounded off the evening.
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	The Falloons
	Papa was joined by Bob Jnr, Adam, Alex and our Jonny Wigg. An swift tour with music from around the world, Papa singing songs from Ireland, Scotland, Zorba the Greek, Bob Jnr playing wonderful Bosa Nova and Moondance, Adam playing fabulous Djembi in the Falloons version of 'I'd rather be a hammer than a nail', Alex enthralling us with his fingerpicking, and then Jon playing fiddle and mandolin to such classics a Irish Washerwoman, Flower of Scotland etc. Full house for the Falloons and there was something for everyone!
	Website:www.papafalloon.co.uk


	Mike Dowling
	A very big thank you to Mike Dowling for squeezing us in. (The last night of his tour here in the UK). I have seen Mike many times and each time is just as exciting as the first. He manages to slip in and out of so many styles with the ease of butter dripping from hot toast. It is so totally effortless and enthralls even the best of guitar players. To round off my evening for me he played my favourite Jitterbug Waltz (by Fats Waller).
	Website:www.mikedowling.com


	Nick Barraclough and the Burglars
	What an lively evening from this entertaining band from Cambridge. The humour of some of the lyrics spills into the banter between songs. The four of them obviously just go out to have some fun. After thirty odd years of playing together the cogs are well oiled with exchanges of instruments and each singing songs with glorious 4-part harmonies. They have even offered to accompany Jon on the Orange Blossom Special. Can't wait to have them back!
	Website:http://www.theburglars.org


	Don Mescall
	Don Mescall was born in County Limerick. He is a singer/songwriter and learned his trade doing the Irish pubs. Don brought his fine Irish charm, intensely personal lyrics and raw honesty in delivery. He had people sitting on the edge of their seats in anticipation of the song which was to follow. His set included such beautiful songs as 'The Lighthouse Keeper' and 'Magdaline Laundries' and 'Paradise'. He had the audience joining in with 'Closer' and 'The More I see the less I understand', but it was the introduction and the last song 'You're Still The Only One' (written from Don's mum's perspective after losing his dad)that had the audience moved to tears.
	Website:www.donmescall.com


	El Mondo Combo
	On the wettest windiest night in August these guys came and played and brought sunshine into the room. I can't help feeling that it was the best band to have on such a bad night! They were out to have fun and that transposed into their music and made an incredibly enjoyable evening for all those that braved it out. The upbeat tempo set the tone for the night. I can't wait to invite them back again.
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	Roger Hubbard
	Well what a fantastic night we had. I think it was our most diverse evening of all. With Jon starting it, followed by some flamenco guitar from Bob Falloon Jnr. Then we had Sharon Elizabeth singing opera and then finally Roger Hubbard who had us enthralled with slide blues guitar. A truly entertaining evening.
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	Phil Beer
	A waiting crowd and then a full room enjoyed the wonderful Phil Beer. He is, of course, a quality performer who didn't fail to entertain his audience with anecdotes and stories. Mix that with being a multi-instrumentalist singer songwriter, he provided the audience with a fabulous evening. Thanks Phil!
	Website:http://www.philbeer.co.uk/


	Open Mic Night
	Another enjoyable evening with plenty of singers Mark Williams, Steve Flack, Tony Teiger, Steve (from Hastings), Billy Hill, Gary Mobsby and Greg Harper, with Jon and Annie Messerschmidt on fiddles rounding off the evening. Many thanks to all that came and played.
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	Kirsty McGee
	The finest in British 'Hobopop', songs of vagrancy and down-and-out tunes deftly performed by Kirsty McGee (guitar & vocals)and Mat Martin (guitar, violin, banjo, mandolin and vocals) Thanks, Kirsty and Mat for a great gig. They gave us an entertaining evening set of self penned songs. Kirsty's sensitive viocals drawing the listener in, her subject matter the problems and hypocrasies of our world. Great musicianship from Mat playing a plethera of instruments, old time banjo, guitars and mandolin to name a few. Thanks to all those of you that joined our stage to entertain us tonight.
	Website:www.kirstymcgee.com


	Last Night's Fun
	Denny Bartley - guitarist, Nick Scott - Uilleann pipes, Chris Sherburn - Concertina and Ciaran Boyle - bodhran, make up this very exciting traditional Irish band.They embody a fire, passion and feel for traditional Irish music. We were pleased to welcome a packed house tonight - some newcomers visiting the club to see Last Night's Fun, what a joy, so much quality. And a bit mad too thanks to Chris! We haven't heard the Uilleann pipes in the room since the Furies visited the old club back in the 70's. Nick Scott's playing was a real treat. What a fabulous voice Denny Bartley has to match his guitar playing. Excellent bodhran from Ciaran who manages to make it sing and with Chris on concertina it all made for a thoroughly superb evening. Thanks to all those who came and supported them on stage.
	Website:http://www.lastnightsfun.com


	The Bully Wee Band
	The Bully Wee Band are players of folk/rock with a formidable reputation. The band is made up of Ian Cutler: violin, keyboards, Colin Reece: acoustic guitar, Jim Yardley: mandolin, whistles and Fergus Feely: mandocello. (deja vu anybody?) it was a pleasure to welcome back good friends of the old club from a few years ago. Fabulous playing and fantastic songs from the English and Celtic traditions. Another stonking evening was had by all.
	Website:www.iancutler.com/shouse/bully


	The Lonnigans
	The UK's top skiffle group, The Lonnigans, play American roots music in a thoroughly British fashion. Donny Lonnigan and the band perform for your enjoyment on washboard, trombone, harmonica, guitars and tea-chest bass. Thanks very much Lonnigans one and all for a fantastic gig. Donny (Eddie Armer) enchanting chromatic harmonica, Sonny Lonnigan (Steve Simpson) what a treat! Jonny (John Armer) good job he has long arms for his trombone! and a rhythm section to die for Ronnie on washboard and Wally on double bass. If you missed them this time make sure you don't repeat the mistake when they come back. Well done to Fred for scooping two raffle prizes!
	Website:www.thecreativecartel.org


	Colin Hare and Honeybus
	Colin Hare (original member Honeybus), Chris Hunt (drums) ex: Thunderclap Newman/Lonny Donnagan. John Clair (lead guitar) ex: Harlequin/ Joe Brown & Bruvvers.Tom Smith (bass)Duncan Maitland (keyboards, kazoo, vocals) ex: Picture House/ XTC.+ Jon Wigg. A very successful evening with a lot of people reliving memories of yesteryear.
	Website:http://www.myspace.com/colinharemusic


	The Amazing Mr Smith
	The Amazing Mr.Smith has been described as Monty Python's answer to John Williams. His combination of mad inventions and brilliant acoustic guitar playing make him one of the funniest and most original entertainers around. The Amazing Mr Smith entertained us with his own inventions: The condom bagpipes, Happy face, Dambusting propeller resulted in our sore jaws and aching sides. He is a very accomplished guitar player using such things as Bach's Toccata in D to tune his guitar up, his impression of John Williams and Julian Bream match easily to the popular tunes he also plays.
	Website:http://www.the-amazing-mr-smith.co.uk


	6.15 and Tony Carling
	6.15 - Dave, Ian and Wally. Guitar, mandolin & bass, good harmonies. They play jazzy bluegrass with a country twist. Also - Tony Carling a wry humoured writer of quirky songsbrings an urban edge to our club. A great night! The Amberley audience really appreciated Tony's songs and his easy style. Although there is a humerous edge to his material behind it all lies an autobiographical thread which gives a real life feel to his songs. Tony's enthusiasm is quite infectious and he is obviously at ease in front of an audience. To pigeonhole him as a comedian would be wrong, he's more than just that. The audience, however, were falling about on many occasions as well as grinning along with the more subtle innuendos. Six Fifteen gave us a blast of pure energy, their set included a lively mix of bluegrass, Django and Irish, (chew on that and spit out the bones!). Their frontman Dave Soothill is a great 'flatpicker' and puts everything into the vocals including some remarkable high notes. Warren Ball, on the bass, was brilliant as usual, a much underrated bassist. Last, but not least is Ian Robinson on mandolin, who's fingers move so fast they are a blur! They finished by playing 'Mozart on Acid' a fast moving piece based on 'The Southbank Show' theme tune. Well done lads. Thanks very much from the Amberley crowd.
	Website:www.tonycarling.co.uk


	Dave Pegg and PJ Wright
	Dave Pegg -(Fairport/ Tull) and PJ Wright -(Little Johnny England/Steve Gibbons) come together to play original songs from their cd "Galileos Apology" + some Fairport, Sandy Denny and LJE. Tickets in advance. Many thanks to Peggy and P.J. for a bit of a special gig! A fullhouse in attendance all enjoying the intimate atmosphere. It was great to see Peggy playing guitar and mandolin and obviously enjoying the informality. He and P.J. combine really well. Personal favourite was 'Bushes and Briars' (Sandy Denny) - P.J's version was very sympathetic, quite a feat for a male vocal. P.S Loved the choreography!
	Website:http://www.hedgeofsound.com


	Closed for Christmas
	Jon and Hannah wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and regret the club will be closed for the night. We had a chilled and quiet Christmas hope you all had the same.
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	Christmas Party
	Jon Wigg and friends start off the evening leading to candle-lit carols featuring Alex Haig on guitar followed by an interval with nibbles. Second half finale with Emergency Services (Fred, Rob and Geoff). Free entry on the door. Many thanks to Jim and Clare for the carols, Pauline for the food, and a great big thanks to Emergency Services for playing out the night.
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	Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby
	American singer-songwriter CATHRYN CRAIG and accomplished British guitarist BRIAN WILLOUGHBY create an intimate atmosphere with songs about life experience, coupled with amusing anecdotes. What a fantastic night, one of our best yet! everybody who was at the club loved them to bits. Alice's Song touching the heart of all present. This couple are world class and how fortunate were we to have them play for us.
	Website:http://www.craigandwilloughby.com


	Alan White
	It was great to see Alan turn up to do a floor spot at Shep Woolley's gig last August. He is getting back into gigging and a good job too! His cleverly written songs keep you enthralled and laughing in equal measure. The quiet unassuming man plied us with humerous ditties that reflected on everyday life. His 1804 Nelson monologue was oh so very cleverly written.
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	Closed for New Years Day
	Happy New Year to One and All. The club will be closed on this night. Happy New year
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	Jon Wigg and Friends
	JW (fiddle, mandolin and low whistle), Steve W (guitar, bodhran, vocals) and Wal B(bass), Adam G(percussion). Foot-tapping Irish tunes infused with African rythmn is the theme tonight, plus Steve's great voice - very tempting. Come & jiggle yer bits. �5 A good evening was had by all. New tunes for the New Year by the boys and a good number of fiddle players, including Annie Messerschmidt and Barry Wickens. Many thanks for those that turned up to play and a huge thanks for all those that have supported the club last year.
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	Tom Palmer & Phil Beer
	Tom with his superb voice sings passionate original songs. He has recently finished an album (produced by Phil Beer). We are thrilled to announce that Phil Beer will be appearing with him. �7 Despite a wild wet and windy night both Tom and Phil managed to turn up from the west country. Tom's superb deep voice serenaded the audience and sang many of his songs from his new c.d 'Tom Palmer', so ably accompanied by Phil. Both men seem very happy in each others company and that then transferred into their performance. A huge thanks to Tom and Phil for coming and making for a fabulous evening.
	Website:http://www.tom-palmer.co.uk/


	Rattle On The Stove Pipe
	Rattle On The Stovepipe are Dave Arthur (5-string banjo, melodeon, guitar, vocals), Pete Cooper (fiddle and vocals) and Dan Stewart (5-string banjo, guitar and vocals). They�ve gained an enthusiastic folk club following with their mix of traditional songs. It was good to welcome some new faces to Amberley for Rattle on the Stove Pipe and thanks to Dave, Dan and Pete for treating us to a rather special evening of Appalachian melody and song.It was a real pleasure to hear banjos played with that easy front porch style and we will be looking for more of the same! And some inspiring fiddle playing care of Pete Cooper. How about a fiddle workshop some time?
	Website:http://www.petecooper.com/rattle.htm


	Blue Coconut Orchestra
	Ian Robinson, Steve and Warren Ball are old friends of the club playing R&B, country, blues, jazz and oh so much more. Birthday cake and a couple of birthdays! Another stonking night at the club. The BCO's played to a packed audience and no-one was disappointed, least of all me, I always forget just how good you are. Its always a pleasure to have you here. Thanks to everyone who played this evening.
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	Honeybus
	(The Jooks have had to cancel and we will get them to come later on in the year.) Honeybus gained their notoriety for their 60's hit 'Can't let Maggie go'. Original Honeybus member Colin Hare fronts the line-up featuring guitars, bass, keyboards, fiddle Colin Hare, Duncan Maitland, Tom and Jon played many a familiar song that had the audience remembering songs that they hadn't heard for a while. Paul Downes popped in for a bevy and was persuded to treat us to a couple of songs, a real treat.
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	Anniversary Gig with Bagge, Armer, Sudan
	Slide guitar, sensational harmonica, fingerpicking blues plus JW fiddle mandolin. A thumping good lineup playing acoustic country blues. Originals plus John Hyatt and the like. For our anniverary gig we couldn't have wished for a better night. Nigel Bagge, Eddie Armer were joined by Roy Sudan and Jon for an evening of old covers and new songs from their new album 'Bagge and Armer'. It was great to see a full house and a generous clutch of floor singers. For many the highlight was Nigel and Eddie's duet encore. How sweet does a harmonica sound!
	Website:www.nigelbagge.com/


	Blue Coconut Orchestra
	Steve and Warren Ball with Ian Robinson. These guys have played together for so long its like listening to a comfortable old pair of slippers as they play their way through so many genres of music.
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	Open Mic Night
	We will hold an open mic night tonight despite opening the club on Monday 11th for Mike Dowling. A very informal evening, totally acoustic with new faces and old. We sat round in a circle and sang many an old favourite.
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	Open Mic Night
	An informal evening for all local singers and musicians. I cannot believe the standard of our floor singers and musicians that turn up. thanks guys for a good night at The Black Horse.
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	Carmen Souza
	In conjunction with Roots Around the World, we are delighted to welcome back this wonderfully sexy voiced artist from Cape Verde. Carmen and Theo treated us to an evening of delicious & sexy vocals.
	Website:www.carmensouza-uk.blogspot.com


	Open Mic Night
	A chance to come and see some wonderful local performers. Thanks to all those that turned up this evening. New faces are always welcome!
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	Open Mic Night
	An informal evening for the audience and performers alike. A good evening of esxcellent music, thanks to all that turned up to sing and listen.
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	Steve Winchester and Jon Wigg
	Here is a chance to hear Steve and Jon doing their full repertoire, a mixture of self penned and revered classics, expect an evening of enthralling lyrics and diverse instrumentation with a celtic theme. Steve sang covers and his own songs ably accompanied by Jon, they just seem to get better and better.
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	Bob Fox
	Highly acclaimed singer returns to Amberley with songs from his native north east England. A special evening with a great talented artist. Coldest night of the winter and a small house watched an expert at work. Bob got the audience singing along with him and his version of 'The Galway Shawl' had us singing it many days later.
	Website:www.bobfoxmusic.com


	Megson
	Stu Hanna and Debbie Palmer make up this young duo with superb vocals to traditional & original songs. What a duo! Stu and Debbie had the audience enthralled.
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	Shep Woolley
	Shep Woolley (shame they broke the mold) is a folk and country singer/songwriter guitarist, stand up comedian and all round entertainer. Guaranteed to be a lively evening! Well he didn't let us down.
	Website:http://www.shepwoolley.co.uk


	Jeff Lang
	Jeff Lang has come to us via 'roots around the world'. He is one of Australia's best singer songwriter virtuoso slide guitarists. A leading performer in the Australian roots style, which incorporates primarily folk, blues and rock. A truly great slide guitarist, unique in his style, come back soon Jeff!
	Website:http://www.jefflang.com.au


	Nigel Bagge and Eddie Armer
	Bagge and Armer play an eclectic mix of the �blues and beyond�, featuring the sweet soulful acoustic guitar and smoky passionate vocals of Nigel Bagge and the melodic harmonica wizardry of Eddie Armer. Drawing on a wealth of experience their music display. A stonking evening with Nigel and Eddie, always a pleasure and I can't wait to get them back. Nigel's smokey voice and Eddie (the wizard) on harmonica gave so many a very pleasurable evening.
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	Builadh Bos
	This band formed in January and has developed its own distinctive style of Celtic music. Mal Simms - guitar, vocals,bodhran and whistles. Elaine Carey - vocals, flute and whistles. Steve Lane - mandolin, bouzouki, mandola and tenor banjo. Amanda Berri. One of our more Irish evenings! Mals soft voice soothed us through many an old favourite.
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	Taxi Home + Powerful Pierre
	A veritable plethora of musical delights from Rick Willings, Ian Smith and Peter English. Well known on the local scene and friends from way back when...good fun should be had by all, three part harmonies included. Big Rick and the boys not only entertained us with many a familiar tune but also had the good humour banter that only old friends will allow.
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	Bill Zorn, Paul Downes and Pete Zorn if available
	Bill Zorn fronted The Arizona Smoke Review with brother Pete, Paul Downes, Phil Beer and Steve Knightley. He also played in the New Christie Minstrels and now tours the world with The Limelighters. No Pete this evening, maybe next time, but the boys didnt let us down. Always a pleasure to have these guys.
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	Ben Paley & Tab Hunter
	Ben Paley is a red hot traditional fiddle player of Irish, Swedish. Klezmer and American music. This duo are a must if you haven't seen them before. Awesome fiddling by Ben and so ably accompanied by Tab. Klezmer was not something that I'd heard of before but it was something i shall look out for in the future.
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	Sarah Saville
	Sarah - vocalist/guitarist has a captivating three octave voice with deep rich resonance. She has an acoustic set of covers and original songs. As soon as Sarah started singing she captured the audience with her fantastic voice. She played an acoustic set of songs which held them captive through two sets, a hard thing to do for a single artist, even the hard to please were reaching for their money to buy her c.d's. We look forward to having her back.
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	Richard Durrant
	Richard Durrant is a classically trained artist active in many walks of musical life. Respected equally in the world of classical, folk and rock music, he is in demand as recitalist, session player and composer. Awesome!
	Website:www.richard-durrant.com


	The Rude Mechanicals
	The Rude Mechanicals trio will be Barry Ruffell (fiddle. mandolin, flute, etc. Ray Chandler (banjo, bodhran, concertina, flute, piccolo), Jeremy Sherman acoustic and slide guitars). Good fun evening with the boys.
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	Carmen Souza
	In conjunction with Roots Around The World we are delighed to welcome back this sexy voiced artist from Cape Verde. Awesome.
	Website:www.carmensouza-uk.blogspot.com/


	Johnny Silvo and Dave Moses
	JS is an excellent entertainer,singing folk, blues, calypso & jazz,(the best 'Satchmo' version of 'What a wonderful world'). Joined by Dave Moses - double bass. This magical duo have a spontaneous humour and charisma that is hard to beat. These two don't get together very often but when they do they perform like a pair of comfortable slippers. The ease at which the humour still flows, the songs that are so familiar and of course that great voice is still just as good as ever. It was lovely to see them both back at the club after so many years. They are back in November.
	Website:http://www.perrottsfolly.com/JohnnySilvo.html


	Rhythm and Fiddles
	Amberley regulars &friends combine in this full ahead Celtic blast. Fiddles, Bodhran, Djembe, Bass & Low whistles with Steve Winchester's lead vocals makes this a potent line-up. Well for their first gig it was a stonker! Lots of familiar tunes with fabulous fiddling, gorgeous guitar, Steves voice as good as ever and a special rendition of the Orange Blossom Special finished the evening. So many people came and wanted to know where they are performing next. So well done to Barry Wickens, Adam Gellibrand, Warren Ball and of course Steve and Jon.
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	Miller Anderson
	Guitarist/vocalist Miller Anderson has a pedigree to die for including The Spencer Davis Group, Donovan, T.Rex. He is now back from doing a stint with Deep Purple. Check out his website. Miller is one of the most underrated artists. His modesty just makes his excellent performance all the more fantastic. The audience was singing along to familiar songs such as Borderline.
	Website:www.milleranderson.co.uk


	Blueszoo
	Ronnie Lawes - Singer, David Foxon - Guitarist, Gary Holder - Bassist make up Blueszoo. These three have been playing for about seven years under many guises. Acoustic music with a blues/jazz slant. Ronnie sang many songs including a couple of Katie Melua songs very ably.She has that deep voice that really does the jazz/blues style very well.
	Website:http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewpro


	Village Band
	Fiddle, accordion, flute, banjo, bouzouki, mandolins & more! Big band with many familiar songs
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	Boo Hewerdine
	So Multi-talented! Songwriter, producer and guitarist for Eddi Reader. Songwriter for Paul Young, Natalie Imbruglia kd lang and so very many more. Producer for The Coors Kirsty Mcgee etc etc. A night not to be missed! Shame it was such a small audience for such a great singer.
	Website:http://www.boohewerdine.net


	Kevin Barber and Mark Taylor
	Barber & Taylor have taken their love of acoustic music and infused it with the many influences they've heard over the years. Their love of Bluegrass and Country Music is especially prevalent in their 'sound' but they don't restrict themselves to any one. A good evening at the club and the country & bluegrass came out big time. How good to hear two guys really out enjoying themselves with music that they enjoy and want to pass onto their audience.
	Website:http://www.barber-taylor.co.uk


	Open Mic Night
	Another of our gathering of friends - usually very eclectic and well supported. A good evening of an excellent standard again!
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	Southern Nights
	A local combo band featuring Frazer Wigg on piano, Dick Middleton on guitar, Kevin (Mad Max)on bass and Bill Footman on percussion. They play an upbeat mix of country boogie with a New Orleans flavour. A huge thank you to Frazer, Kevin, Dick and Billy for a good singsong and a variety of songs.
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	Michael Pickett
	Pickett's unique fusion of sensibilities, driven by his thumping delta guitar rhythms, muscular harmonica and gravel and chains voice is, at once, traditional and relevant. Never content to merely be a musical archivist.
	Website:www.michaelpickett.com/


	Alex, Annie and Jon
	Jon Wigg - fiddle & mandolin, introduces Tennessee vocalist, Annie Simmons and guitar picker Alex Kitchener. An acoustic set on country classics plus some James Taylor and Alison Krauss.
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	Martin Carthy
	He is a renowned solo performer of traditional songs in a very distinctive style, accompanying himself on his trusty old Martin Guitar; his style is marked by the use of alternative tunings, and a strongly percussive picking style that emphasizes the melody.
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	Open Mic Night
	An informal evening for all local singers and musicians..
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	Mike Nicholson
	Mike Nicholson has been involved in the folk music scene since 1989 combining a traditional singing style with contemporary material. Nice and local for him!.
	Website:www.mikenicholson.me.uk


	Bob Brozman
	A special feature! This renowned Blues and slide guitarist is famous for his entertaining playing technique along with the real deal bottleneck experience. Tickets in advance.
	Website:www.bobbrozman.com


	Triskel
	This 5 piece band comprises of Elaine Carey - flute & vocals, Tim Cotterell fiddle & Mandolin, Sarah Mooney - flute & guitar, Alex Percy - Fiddle & guitar and Mal Simms - bodhran & vocals. A good Irish night in store!
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	No Mans Band
	Martyn Wyndham-Read's intimate performance combines songs, humorous bush poetry recitations, stories and anecdotes of outback life and comments on Australian history and culture. With Iris Bishop - concertina and Gary Holder - double bass..
	Website:http://www.martynwyndhamread.com


	Bella Hardy & Chris Sherburn
	The beautiful Bella Hardy - fiddler/singer with the mesmerizing, haunting & faultless voice will be joined by Chris Sherburn, the quick witted & fantastic concertina player from Last Nights Fun. .
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	Cathryn Craig and Brian Willoughby
	Yes,we are delighted to welcome back Cathryn and Brian to the club. American singer-songwriter CATHRYN CRAIG and accomplished British guitarist BRIAN WILLOUGHBY create an intimate atmosphere with songs about life experience,coupled with amusing anecdotes. .
	Website:http://www.craigandwilloughby.com


	El Mondo Combo
	We are delighted to welcome back El Mondo Combo. Tony Farinha - guitar, dobro & vocals,Neil Mercer guitar & vocals and Andy Maslen - Bass & vocals, provide a lively & fun upbeat evening. .
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	Open Mic Night
	An informal evening for all local singers and musicians.
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	Mike Piggott
	Mike Piggott- Jazz Violin. One of the best swing jazz fiddle players active anywhere, will be joined by Nils Solberg. .
	Website:www.mikepiggott.com


	Jeff Lang
	Jeff Lang has come to us via 'roots around the world'. He is one of Australia's best singer songwriter virtuoso slide guitarists. A leading performer in the Australian roots style, which incorporates primarily folk, blues and rock. A truly great evening thanks to Jeff and Grant.
	Website:www.jefflang.com.au


	Open Mic Night
	An informal evening for all local singers and musicians. A good night and many thanks for all those that came and played.
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	The Jooks
	A night of upbeat stomp, blues,ragtime country and bluegrass, smut swing & skiffle. James Ferguson - slide guitar, harmonica & bass. Richard Collins - GB's top Bluegrass banjo player, vocals & guitar and Keith Carlton - vocals guitar bass & percussion. Lots of fantastic up beat tunes familiar to many.
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	Open Mic Night
	The floor is yours night! Another successful evening with local talent.
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	Eileen McGann & David K.
	Irish Canadian Eileen - singer/songwriter of lifes quirks, and vocalist of traditional Irish, Scottish, English and Canadian traditional songs. Amusing anecdotes and beautiful lyrics with audience participation.
	Website:http://members.shaw.ca/emcgann/bio.html


	Come All Ye
	Come all ye and perform on our floor! A great evening, well attended, with old faces and some new ones.
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	The Mike Shannon Band
	Simply fabulous Chicago Blues,Jump Jive, Swing,Country Rock, Delta Blues - one of Tampa Bays great bands. On lead vocals & harmonica blues maestro Mike Shannon, lead guitar and vocals Tom 'Cat' Blake.Stomping backline - Jack on bass and Stephane on drums. A lively and good humoured evening by the boys, one to treasure.
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	6-15 (the band)
	Billy Mitchell cancelled due to illness - get well soon!Ian, Wally & Dave step in to bring us a great evening of energetic bluegrass & country (little feet etc. Thanks guys for a splendid evening, and at such short notice too.
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	Dan McKinnon
	Canadian born Dan has a warm baritone voice, superb guitar arrangements and intelligent original songs. Dan�s thoughtful compositions and smooth melodies cover the entire folk spectrum..
	Website:www.danmckinnon.ca/ - 5k


	Stefan Grossman
	A full house listened with awe to the fabulous playing of this master of guitarist, Stefan had a wonderful repertoire of songs that were made to look so easy and chat that had people enthralled.
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	Flossie Malavaille
	Beautiful, talented, french singer now living up north brings humour and sexiness in fantastic vocals to some well known songs..
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	Johnny Silvo and Dave Moses
	JS is an excellent entertainer,singing folk, blues, calypso & jazz,(the best 'Satchmo' version of 'What a wonderful world'). Joined by Dave Moses - double bass. This magical duo have a spontaneous humour and charisma that is hard to beat. What a wonderful fun evening.
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	Annie, Alex and Jon
	Jon Wigg - fiddle & mandolin, introduces Tennessee vocalist, Annie Simmons and guitar picker Alex Kitchener. An acoustic set on country classics plus some James Taylor and Alison Krauss..and more.
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	Steve Winchester and Friends
	By popular demand SW headlines. Playing solo and with Jon Wigg and other guests. A great performer with a terrific voice, with some new original songs too! Why Steve doesnt have more gigs I have no idea, any club that wonders whether to put them on, do so!
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	Bruce Molsky
	This is a MONDAY gig! A special evening in the company of this highly acclaimed fiddle/banjo/guitarist who plays & sings old time American/blues/Irish and European music..
	Website:www.brucemolsky.com/


	Come All ye
	Another evening of local musicians..
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	The Amazing Mr Smith
	The Amazing Mr.Smith has been described as Monty Python's answer to John Williams. His combination of mad inventions and brilliant acoustic guitar playing make him one of the funniest and most original entertainers around..
	Website:http://www.the-amazing-mr-smith.co.uk


	Amberley Folk Club is Closed
	There will be no folk club this evening for no reason other than we want a night off! Happy New Year to you all!.
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	Blue Coconut Orchestra
	We are delighted to have the boys back this Christmas Eve for a festive party atmosphere. Steve and Warren Ball and Ian Robinson make up this lineup. Fantastic as ever, happy christmas everyone!
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	Cargo
	Cargo is a Bluegrass/Irish band comprising of Terry Lees - guitar dulcimer mandolin abd vocals, Chris Page guitar mandolin dobro and vocals, Jim Lowton - fiddle mandolin & bodhran and Peter Lees - double bass & vocals..
	Website:http://www.terrylees.com/


	Acoustic Open Stage
	This is the time for anyone to come and sing or two. It is open to all and any so anyone that feels they want to have a go then this is your chance. .
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	Out of the Hat
	A newly formed Sussex trio - Mike Reinstein, Reina James & Barry Wickens. Their songs have a pithy humour & Barry's fantastic musicianship is pure quality..
	Website:http://profile.myspace.com/outofthehat


	Tom Bliss
	Tom's shows are mainly original in traditional style,his songwriting skills and musical dexterity on a whole variety of instruments, songs of the sea; of ghosts and inexplicable happenings as well..
	Website:www.tombliss.co.uk/


	Open Floor Evening
	Just to start this year off we are having an open floor evening. Another chance for anyone to come along and play. A good turn out and thanks to all that played.
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	Bagge and Armer
	Bagge and Armer play an eclectic mix of the �blues and beyond�, featuring the sweet soulful acoustic guitar and smoky passionate vocals of Nigel Bagge and the melodic harmonica wizardry of Eddie Armer. Drawing on a wealth of experience their music display.
	Website:www.nigelbagge.com/


	Hamish Currie
	We are glad to welcome Hamish Currie, singer songwriter.
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	Anthony John Clarke
	Singer songwriter from Northern Ireland, Anthony writes from personal experiences humerous through to thought provoking. He comes highly recommended as a very good performer and entertainer.
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	Duncan McKenzie
	Singer songwriter Duncan McKenzie is a versatile session guitarist. He plays various genres of music from Blues, Celtic, Latin, Rock and Flamenco.
	Website:http://www.duncanmckenzie.com


	Big Rick WIllings and Peter English
	These two are old hands and bounce off each other with oodles of humour while playing whistle, mandolin and guitars. Their infectious humour mixed with high energy provide a great evening.
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	Open Stage
	Our resident singers and visiting artistes share the show - a great atmosphere..
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	Tony Carling and Janice Haves
	Tony Carling and Janice Haves bring their contrasting styles together in a partnership they call 'From the sublime to the ridiculous'. Janice has soft sensitive vocals and a graceful style and Tony doesnt!.
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	Denny Bartley and Chris Sherburn
	From Last Night's Fun this duo return on St. Patricks night. Chris (concertina) and Denny (guitar and vocals) play great songs and amazing instrumentals and Chris's dry humour will make this an unmissable night.
	Website:http://www.lastnightsfun.com/


	Richard Sharpe
	Richard is a gifted songwriter, singer and guitarist. He specialises in Beatles classics and includes material from John Denver, Ricky Nelson, Roy Orbison et al. A welcome but rare visit by Richard who now gigs abroad..
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	Steve and Warren Ball & Jon Wigg
	From the mists of time these old friends re-emerge to provide a highly entertaining evening of bluegrass, irish, country, blues and smidgeons of hotclub..
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	Sarah Saville
	This amazing artist has a superb voice covering a huge range. She went down a storm on a previous visit. She sings her own songs as well as some well chosen contemporary favourites..
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	Open Stage Evening
	Professionals, amateurs and first-timers share the evening, a laid back atmosphere with great variety..
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	Miller Anderson
	Rock solid guitarist brings his acoustic style to Amberley. Encompasses blues, folk, country & texmex. Consumate professional, Check out his website to see his history!.
	Website:www.milleranderson.co.uk/


	Steve Winchester
	Our talented Steve Winchester takes the stage featuring his latest original songs (cd in progress). His professionalism and support is a great asset to the club. A superb vocalist/ guitarist - enchanting songs. .
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	Harmony Glen
	From Holland a celtic roots four piece band - double bass, button accordion, guitar & banjo. With exciting arrangements and great players
	Website:www.harmonyglen.com/


	Po'Girl
	Fronted by the awesome Allison Russell and Awna Teixeira, this hot four piece band from Canada excite and sizzle their audiences world wide. They bring their soulful Canadian roots set amongst an awesome live sound. Guest floor spot Sarah Macdougall with Tim Tweedale. What an awesome evening.
	Website:http://www.pogirl.net/


	Honeybus / Alex Kitchener
	60/70's band Honeybus, are best remembered for their hit 'Can't let Maggie go'. Their album 'Story' featured in Mojo's Best albums of the 70's. Original member Colin Hare fronts a trio in this intmate evening of great songs. Superb guitarist Alex K in support.
	Website:http://www.colinhare-and-honeybus.co.uk/


	Bagge/Armer/Sudan/Wigg
	Little Feat / Ry Cooder / John Hyatt inspired. Best harmonica playing with acoustic slide guitar + Wiggie fiddle and mando.
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	Ray Bonneville
	Ray is a North American who blends a unique percussive electric guitar style, weathered voice and soulful rack harmonica to the rhymically driven songs in the Tom Waits / JJ Cale mould.
	Website:http://www.raybonneville.com/


	Howling Bob Fieberts + Southern Nights
	Howlin Bob Fieberts, singer songwriter has been playing the Blues, Southern Rock and New Orleans soul jazz with a huge list of great players. This will be a stonkingly good gig!
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	Open Mic
	A great variety of music featuring our regular singers and visiting artists.
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	The Carrivick Sisters
	Relaxed bluegrass duo with slight touches of folk. Charlotte - guitar, mandolin, clawhammer banjo. Laura - guitar, dobro, fiddle, cello. Fantastic harmonies from this young duo.
	Website:www.thecarrivicksisters.wordpress.co


	Cargo
	A welcome back to this four piece band covering folk, blues, country & swing. Guitar, dobro, fiddle & double bass.
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	Barry Wickens and Nick Pynn
	Two stunning musicians team up for this rare duo appearance. They're both amazing fiddle players as well as multi instumentalists.
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	The Echo Hunters
	This Canadian band play a mix of folk/rock with hints of country blues. The universal themes to their songs have harmonies that are sung with a natural ease to those that have played together for a long time. Fantasic fun evening with good humour.
	Website:http://www.echohunters.com


	His Worship and the Pig
	Dave Boulton and Jeff Parton make up this hard working duo from the Midlands. Their self-penned songs are hugely enjoyable, some amusing and some poignant.
	Website:www.hisworshipandthepig.org.uk/


	The Wagon Tales
	Bluegrass & acoustic Americana four piece band. This young lineup has a modern slant with a ecletic repertoire.
	Website:www.myspace.com/thewagontales


	Summer Session
	Something new for the club, we are having a Summer Session which will be a mix of folk from Mal Simms, blues from Tracy Murphy Trio and some contemporary from Steve Flack.
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	Joni Fuller - Steve Winchester
	Joni, still in her teens is a superb musician (fiddle, piano and guitar) singing original material. A fantastic talent. Steve Winchester - a well known singer songwriter and inspired guitar and vocalist.
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	6.15
	Dave Soothill - guitar & vocals, Ian Robinson - mandolin & vocals, Wal Ball - Bass. Energetic newgrass, Tex/Mex and a bit jazzy too with sparkling instrumenetls and great vocals.
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	Summer Session
	Another session featuring a variety of musical genres from local players.
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	Nan Wood trio / Willie Monroe
	Nan Wood is a natural talent, singing blues & she's got all the gears. Her 'acoustic' line up features guitar & percussion. Willie Monroe support.
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	Charlie Austen
	Delighted to welcome back local girl Charlie Austen.
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	session
	featured artistes - Sue Dubovi, Jerry Page, Edd & Phil, Fiddleback shack.
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	Summer Session
	Another chance to see local players. Featuring Koumis, JOhn de Little, Jim Lee & Co.
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	Portsmouth Shanty Men
	Unaccompanied 4-part power harmony, songs of the sea. Fascinating, atmospheric and entertaining. A rare treat at our club. An acoustic evening with the stage from the side, floor singers welcome. 8.15 - 10.45pm.
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	Naomi Sommers
	Naomi Sommers has a sublime voice, magnificent songs and captivating personality. She sings country folk and she's fantastic.
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	cancelled
	Due to the weather warning tonight's club meeting is officially cancelled. Unofficially I will be at the Black Horse at 8 for a beer & a song with whoever would like to come along. "good health" - Jon Wigg. Update at the weekend
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	Mike Dowling
	A superb guitarist on tour from the U.S. with an effortless and flawless technique, playing folk & country blues, swing, ragtime & more. He's got a melodic and entertaining repertoire, delivered with style and wit.
	Website:http://www.mikedowling.com/


	open mike
	Calling all singers & musicians. A convivial evening featuring our regular & visiting suporters. The room will be laid out with the 'stage' on the side with the option of miked or acoustic performance.
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	Flying Toads
	Lively Irish music from this talented five piece band. Which includes Uilleann pipes, concertina, tenor banjo, fiddle and low whistle all complimented by Val Whiddon's sweet vocals.
	Website:http://www.myspace.com/flyingtoads


	Jenna Witts
	Beautiful voice and a song writer with maturity beyond her years.
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	Rocky Mountain Boys/Carols
	The Kirdford Mummers will be performing in the bar at 7:45. The folk club starts at about 8:15 with Carol singing. Five-piece bluegrass band R' M' Boys play us out for this year. A happy Christmas to you all!
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	Cancelled
	Due to the weather warning tonight's club meeting is officially cancelled. Unofficially I will be at the Black Horse at 8 for a beer & a song with whoever would like to come along. "good health" - Jon Wigg
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	Ron Trueman-Border
	With an unbeatable reputation on the folk circuit, rtb's songs have gained great respect amongst audiences and fellow performers alike. An acoustic evening with the'stage' on the side of the room.
	Website:www.rontruemanborder.co.uk


	K. C. McKanzie - duo
	Confident, gutsy, upfront & somehow laid-back too !? K C is from Berlin & her intriguing songs borrow from old time, americana & folk - but they've a 'modern' edge. (guitar, banjo with Budi- double bass)
	Website:www.kcmckanzie.com


	Wizz Jones
	One of the folk scene's keystones, Wizz has more miles under his guitar than just about anyone. With an eclectic blues and folk repertoire & a unique gutar style he continues to inspire.
	Website:www.wizzjones.com


	Bob Cheevers
	Texas visits Amberley - part one. Cheevers' 'outlaw' style of American Country isn't just about prairie dust. The whole human story is in his songs. A travelling raconteur with a thousand tales to tell.
	Website:www.bobcheevers.com


	Danny Schmidt with Carrie Elkin
	Texas visits Amberley - part 2. From Austin, a talented songwriter, compared to Dylan & Cohen, but never mind all that - he's a gem of a writer and the music comes as extra.
	Website:www.dannyschmidt.com


	Rocky Mountain Boys/Carols
	The Kirdford Mummers will be performing in the bar at 7:45. The folk club starts at about 8:15 with Carol singing. Five piece bluegrass band R' M' Boys play us out for this year. A happy Christmas to you all.
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	No club tonight
	A merry New Year to all. Thanks to all those who've helped the club along this year. Tuesdays in January have a party spirit - come along and have some fun!
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	Twagger Band
	A sumptuous array of musical instruments c/o the 'Twaggers' makes this a very special gig. They play an entertaining repertoire, including traditional and early music with superb musicianship. (acoustic)
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	Cole Stacey
	Young, talented, good looking & from Devon, you can hear Cole writes from the heart & sings with a passion. He can create an intimate atmosphere, even in the most austere of venues, a real gift.
	Website:www.myspace/colestacey


	Jeff Lang with Grant Cummerford
	Australia's leading blues/roots man, doing things to guitars you don't normally see or hear - with 'earthy' lyrics this is a plugged in gig with edge and energy.
	Website:www.jefflang.com


	Sessions
	Trevor Clawson, Clair Juliet & Jimmy Lee all contribute a set this week with Gary Holder (bass) & Stephan Cass (drums) helping out. The rehearsals (yes!) sounded great. Clair (accordion) has come up with some beauties. Plus open mike.
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	Marcus Bonfanti with Wagon Tales
	Marcus creates his own special blend of Country Blues meets Bluegrass. He appears with 'Wagon Tales' - Stand-up Bass, Fiddle, Banjo & Guitar. They became club favourites last year, & now our first gig in 2010. A corker.
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	Club cancelled
	There is no club tonight due to the sdverse weather conditions and problems with parking.
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Steve Somers / Rocky Mountain Boys
Jul 05
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No Club Tonight
Jul 06

Anthony John Clarke
Jul 13
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