Hi all,
the seasons hardness is now truly upon us... a freeze followed by more floods and gales...without doubt time to get out to your local boozer and watch some live music, speaking of which
now its true the phone lines haven't been buzzing over the yuletide and new year so there remains spaces for other performers but I'm certain the both this months performers are up to the task of extended sets
Firstly a welcome return for Jack Brett, a young performer who last time he played used effects pedals and sample loops in a very impressive set which had some of the more technologically minded stroking their beards and murmuring appreciatively and the rest of use just wondering how he was going to get back to where he began.
Jack has now taken up the lap-slide guitar and left the pedals boxed up..should be a blinder
Various members of the Almshouse Band have appeared at Balladeers since their inaugural gig two years ago in Jan 2011 and its a welcome return to this local band who combine humour,big guitars and and ancient instruments (hurdy gurdy,cittern,banjo,violin,sax...) to tremendous effect and are just the tonic to blast the winter blues away
Now did i mention that there are still slots for another performer or two?
call me or e-mail asap
pax
stephe
- Balladeers and Chancers
- So what is this?... Balladeers and Chancers is an acoustic, non-exclusive night that builds on the laid back and welcoming environment at the Dukes pub in Presteigne for musicians and customers alike. Every other month we create a space where firt time, occasional or experienced performers have a 20-30 minute spot to play/sing to a friendly audience. We want it to be a place where you feel welcomed to perform for the first time, meet other musicians.There's no door charge but we hope you will show your appreciation on the night towards performers' costs.The only other thing we ask that you pass the word about us on..thanks..Stephe
