Thursday 21st March
— Merriwa Acoustic Music Club (monthly, 3rd Thursday)
7:30PM until about 10:00PM
True North Compass Building Childcare Centre, 869 Connolly Drive, Merriwa, Western Australia (parking lot entrance: Jenolan Way)
The focus of this club is sharing acoustic music together, growing creatively, and later perhaps performing community service. Acoustic instrumentalists of all levels, ages, and styles (folk, bluegrass, acoustic rock, etc.) are surely welcome and encouraged. Poets, dancers, singers, story-tellers also welcome. Generally the format will be a sing-around the circle with everyone getting a chance to add a song or performance. Then learning a new song together.
Contact: Oakyfolky@msn.com with questions or comments
24th March
— Matildas Music Club (twice monthly 2nd & 4th Sunday – Check 1st)
Open mic music club.
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.
Music starts 2 pm.
Claremont Bowling Club – 64 Bay view Terrace Claremont.
Plenty of parking. Drinks at club prices.
Entry $5.00
contact 9271 1018 or 9284 2512.
— CRYSTAL JADE and MARTIN & COOLE .
HORIZONS FREE CONCERT SERIES 5pm-7pm NORTHBRIDGE PIAZZA
East meets West with the wonderful Crystal Jade Chinese trio featuring Stella Huang on yangqin (Chinese hammer dulcimer), Merlin Ma on bamboo flute and Malcolm Mah on double bass. Together they perform enchanting instrumental renditions of traditional oriental music and contemporary Chinese pop tunes. Crystal Jade will be joined by folk duo Martin & Coole, featuring Jonathan Cope and Emma Birkett and accompanied by banjo and dobro maestro Ian Simpson, who described their unique cross-cultural combination as ‘Country and Eastern’. Presented by the City of Perth, the Horizons Sunday Concert Series is a free twilight family friendly music series celebrating the cultural diversity of Western Australia.
Monday 25th March
— English Music Session (2nd and 4th Monday)
All welcome start 7:00 pm
Mooney’s Subiaco (formerly Paddy Maguires), 328 Barker Rd, Subiaco
No charge (and very reasonable drinks prices!)
The English Music Session has been going for about 4 years, starting at the Moon and Sixpence, and then residing (ironically) at The Irish Club in Subiaco. Now at the new venue above
It is an open-to-all session – – bring along your instruments and tunes and join in, listen, learn, teach English country music (mainly).
Contact Terry Sweet 0413 800 020 terrysweet47@gmail.com
Friday 5th April 2019
— HILLS FOLK CLUB (monthly, 1st Friday)
the Hills Folk Club held at Falls Farm Cottage on Neil Tonkin Park, Cagney Way, Lesmurdie at 8pm.
Admittance $10
Contact Pauline Tonkin 92916026 / paulinekevin@bigpond.com
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Saturday, 6th of April
— Mandurah Acoustic Music Soiree
Well the next Soiree will be on Saturday, the 6th of April, starting at 2.30p.m. with the same format as the Soiree on the 2nd of February. The subject will be “Colours” -as always, the reference can be as oblique as you like!!-though even this is not mandatory, merely a suggestion. The Soiree on the 2nd of this month was very successful and a great deal of fun. We welcomed Al Riebau who with his wife Marg, travelled all the way from Merriwa to attend, an approximately 200 km round trip- that’s enthusiasm!! It was great to hear him play the Autoharp and sing-look forward to see and hear you anytime Al. Al by the way, runs the Merriwa Acoustic Music Club, meeting the 3rd Thursday evening of every month, and I can recommend a visit-great atmosphere, great music. We also look forward to seeing more of their members at the Soiree at some time.
Bill Hardy has offered to run a soiree at his home in Port Kennedy perhaps on alternate months. I’ll be talking to Bill over the next few days to see how this can be organized This will have the dual benefit of giving our Soiree members an alternative monthly venue, and Bill has quite a few contacts himself, which I’m sure will have a flow-on effect to Mandurah. I’ll let you know as things progress.
more info: Ian Long [ilo78333@bigpond.net.au]
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Monday 8th April
— SHANTY CLUB (2nd Monday monthly)
at 19:30 Clancy’s Fish Pub Fremantle, 51 Cantonment street, Fremantle, Western Australia 6160
The irresistable song of the Siren calls you back to the SHANTY CLUB. First the Shanteasers and now She Shants. There’s a revolution going on! or… is it a mutiny? Of course the Lost Quays will manfully weather the storm and try to keep the shanty club ship on an even keel. What could go wrong? Come on down to Clancy’s for a rollicking good evening of shanties. Community singing at its best! All are welcome.
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Thursday, 11th April 2019
— The Fremantle Writers’ Block (monthly, 2nd Thursday)
Starts 7.30
Clancy’s Fish Pub
Great songs, No door charge, Meals available
https://www.facebook.com/events/
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Friday 12th April
— Wanneroo Folk Club (2nd Friday Monthly)
Special Guests from the UK are Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer
The Anglo-German duo Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer hails from Staffordshire, although Karen is originally from Stuttgart, Germany, where Paul ‘discovered’ her busking in a city centre park. He invited her to perform in England and the two of them have now been playing music together since 2012. In the last two years they have spread their wings very successfully into the British and European folk and festival scene and perform now mainly in Theatres, Village Halls, Folk Clubs and of course at Festivals throughout the UK. In addition they tour annually in southern Ireland and Germany – and in 2019 they are embarking on their first tour of New Zealand and Western Australia.
So, what is it that makes this internationally touring duo so irresistible? Could it be Karen’s German accent tinged with an oatcake-induced North Staffordshire dialect? Or Paul’s besotted gaze whenever she takes to the microphone? Or is it simply the exquisitely performed music and the happy, warm feeling everyone seems to get at their shows…
With their unique onstage-chemistry and their widely praised harmonies, the Anglo-German duo Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer entertain and engage their audiences “in a likable, humorous style”. Combining their own beautifully written songs with a fine choice of folk favourites, Paul’s vocal and individual guitar style blended with Karen’s voice, clear and yet so powerful, leaves audiences mesmerised: “I have never seen our audience so spellbound!” exclaimed a promoter recently. Karen adds with alto and tenor recorders, Irish flute and whistle – and not to mention the odd German ‘joke’ – to this fantastically entertaining night.
A memorable evening of great music and fun awaits. Definitely a night not to be missed!
www.paulwalkermusic.co.uk
Support act will be The amazing Wiz himself: Dick Wilkinson, an amazingly good entertainer and and incredibly good talent.
A not to be missed night
Admission will be $10.00 ($8.00 for WAFF members).
Dorchester Hall, Dugdale St,Warwick
Email: John Ralph
Web: www.wafolk.org.au
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Sunday 14th April
— ‘DAISY BATES AND BREAKER MORANT – THE EARLY YEARS’
A Presentation of Story, Song and Verse; Written and Compiled by Colin Smiley.
With: Phil Beck, Tony Bray, Carmel Charlton and Phil Gray.
3 PM. The Irish Club, 61 Townshend Road, Subiaco.
Tickets: $10 on the door includes an Irish afternoon tea.
Daisy Bates worked with and documented the tribes and customs of Aboriginal People. Breaker Morant is remembered for his horsemanship, bush balladry and for his contentious execution, in the Boer War. Daisy and Breaker didn’t always tell the truth and created “new backgrounds”. Both had dark secrets they kept quiet about! They got married in 1882, but not for long!
Come along and learn about their escapades!
The Australian Irish Heritage Association and Colin Smiley
— Matildas Music Club (twice Monthly, 2nd & 4th Sunday)
Open mic music club. We are having another of our famous BBQs after the session, entry $5, BBQ $5…starts as usual 2pm.
2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.
Music starts 2 pm.
Claremont Bowling Club – 64 Bay view Terrace Claremont.
Plenty of parking. Drinks at club prices.
Entry $5.00
contact 9271 1018 or 9284 2512.
— Contra Dance (Monthly)
The dancing is 2-5pm
St Margaret’s Church Hall, 58 Tyrell St, Nedlands WA 6009
Contra dance is a great chance to meet new people and get some exercise set to amazing music from our live Mega band. An American version of a bush dance, or Ceilidh the dances are easy enough for beginners to join in immediately but varied enough to keep experts interested (with plenty of space for improvisation so bring your best Cajun/tango/? moves) Bring a water bottle, wear light casual clothes and comfortable shoes. Or just come and listen to the great music and watch the swirling dancers.
We usually meet on the Second Sunday of the month, but for exact dates check www.facebook.com/perthcontra (you should not need to have a facebook account to see this page)
More info: Alison Scott ex.carrot@gmail.com 0426 410 561
Dance dates for early 2019 are: April 14th, May 12th, Jun 9th
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Monday 15th April
— Monday Supperclub (Monthly) .
featuring the music of an interesting semi-trad duo comprising Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer, he from the UK, she from Germany. They contacted me and I took some persuading, not being a big fan of the more traditional style. But they eventually won me over and I’m looking forward to seeing them live at Supperclub.
You can watch a recent performance by them here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ml5McGSloUI
Our spoken word is, um, me, reading original things. Hope you can make it. Bookings and info at the supperclub website –https://www.juicecreativ.com/monday-supperclub.html
You’ll find everything you need to know about supperclub, along with a link to buy tickets, here: https://www.juicecreativ.com/monday-supperclub.html
Dome Cafe, Railway Parade, Maylands WA
Enquiries 0414 862 306 jcornes@iinet.net.au
6.45 pm Guests seated • 7 pm Spoken word • 7.30 pm Dinner • 8.15 pm Music • 9 pm Coffee
Book Here
— English Music Session (2nd and 4th Monday)
All welcome start 7:00 pm
Normally on the 2nd and 4th Mondays, this month, due to various circumstances, it was on the 4th and will be again on the 18th and 25th.
Mooney’s Subiaco (formerly Paddy Maguires), 328 Barker Rd, Subiaco
No charge (and very reasonable drinks prices!)
The English Music Session has been going for about 4 years, starting at the Moon and Sixpence, and then residing (ironically) at The Irish Club in Subiaco. Now at the new venue above
It is an open-to-all session – – bring along your instruments and tunes and join in, listen, learn, teach English country music (mainly).
Contact Terry Sweet 0413 800 020 terrysweet47@gmail.com
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19 – 21 April 2019
— Albany International Folk’ n Shanty Festival
Albany International Folk’ n Shanty Festival is Free!
The purpose of the event is to celebrate international maritime folk music and history. We also recognise the huge health benefits of singing and will be raising money for worthwhile men’s health charities.
Folk and Shanty music is participative so you will hear people joining in with familiar songs and see collaboration between groups of musicians. There will also be workshops and talks to help people who want start their own groups.
Shanty singing has become a massive phenomenon in Europe and North America with huge festivals attended by tens of thousands of people. The reason is simple. It’s easy, fun and makes you feel good.
We hope that you come to Albany and enjoy the music and the beautiful south coast of WA
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Sunday 21st April
— Jackadder’s Music Club
Venue: Community of Christ, cnr. Lombardy Ave and Elmwood Street
Cost: $12 Children free
Contact Carmel 0412777061 for more info.
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26-28th April 2019
— FAIRBRIDGE FESTIVAL
More than just a music festival
Early-bird tickets are now on sale for WA’s favourite camping festival.
Back for its 27th year, Fairbridge Festival offers bucket-loads of music and dance acts, along with workshops, stalls and activities the entire family can enjoy.
Fairbridge Festival not only brings together a hand-picked program of some of the best in folk, world and roots music, but in its car-free idyllic camping grounds gives families a wealth of things to do over three full days.
DOWNLOAD PRINT FRIENDLY MEDIA RELEASE W/ ALL FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT ARTIST BIOGRAPHIES
TICKET PRICES:
Early-bird period is from Monday 14 January, 7:00am AWST until 10 February, 9:00pm AWST.
• Early-bird prices save you over 15% on full priced tickets
• Three-day festival with family camping from $485 for two adults, two children
• Three-day festival without camping from $160 for adults
• Single day tickets from $93 for adults and $56 for evening tickets.
fairbridgefestival.com.au
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Saturday, 27 April 2019
— THE DINGOS BREAKFAST
Irish Club Western Australia, 61 Townshend Road, Subiaco. from 20:00-22:00
THE DINGOS BREAKFAST OZ MUSIC & POETRY BAND PRESENT THEIR NEW MULTI-MEDIA SHOW
‘From the Fields of Connacht, Where the White Rocks Grow . .’
. . episodes from the Irish Diaspora From ‘Orrible Oliver’s White Rocks of Connacht to the Goldfields of Oz, from Kelly of Killane to our own Ned Kelly. Wild tales of Slavery, Rebellion, Murder and Mayhem rattling down all the years even unto Thatcher’s Britain. Amazing stories told with all the verve and black humour for which the Dingo’s Breakfast are renowned.
Tickets · $15 www.trybooking.com
23-26 May
— Events with Jane
Four day performance skills, singing and songwriting retreat at Banksia Springs, Dwellingup with me and Brenda Chapman. Suitable for all levels of musicality.
www.juicecreativ.com
31 May – 3 June 2019
— Denmark Festival of Voice
A celebration of the power and beauty of the human voice…
The Denmark Festival of Voice is an intimate festival, held every year over the WA Day long weekend in the beautiful south coastal town of Denmark, Western Australia. Every year hundreds of people come together to watch, listen, learn, laugh, share their stories and sing their hearts out.
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Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now! Buy tickets for Denmark Festival of Voice
12-15 July
— Events with Jane
Four day yoga and writing retreat in Yuki, NSW at GYMEA with me and the best yoga teacher i know, Kathryn Ridingj. Gymea is a beautiful retreat space in the rainforest.
www.juicecreativ.com
23-30 October
— Events with Jane
Week-long songwriting retreat in Bali. We stay in lovely villas with their own pools. Brenda is coming to this one, too, to teach us about voice care.
www.juicecreativ.com
