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February 2024
George Jackson + Brad Kolodner
Doors open 7pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, you will get a seat if you arrive close to 7pm Christchurch Folk Club - Irish Society Hall, 29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon The hall is situated up the long driveway, directly next to Domain Park, and there is plenty of well-lit off-street parking. Members: $20 Non Members:$25 Students: $5 An evening of Old Time and Bluegrass music from the USA with George Jackson and Brad Kolodner. At the heart of all traditional music…
Find out more »March 2024
Good Habits
One of the most exciting new folk duos to come out of the UK, Good Habits’ award-winning, genre-fusing sound has received international critical acclaim in the short 3 years they have been performing, resulting in performances at Glastonbury, and other major festivals around the world. In 2020-2021 they: performed in NZ at CubaDupa and TSB Festival of Lights; played over 150 gigs around the country; and recorded their last album “Antipody”. Composed of Bonnie Schwarz (cello + vocals) and Pete…
Find out more »Suzanne Lynch, Elizabeth Braggins and Graham Wardrop
This was a sell out concert last year, please book your ticket now so as not to be disappointed. The newly formed trio of three fabulous musicians in their own right combining their immaculate skills make a powerful force of dynamism and listening pleasure for the audience. With 3-part harmonies a priority backed by top-class piano and guitar by Braggins and Wardrop, this is a must see. The song choice ranges from some nostalgic toe tappers from Suzanne’s songbook, some…
Find out more »June 2024
Jessie Shanks and Friends Live At The Folk Club
7:00pm - doors open 7:30pm - Adam Hattaway & Tess Liautaud 8:00pm - Jessie Shanks & Friends This June 9th Jessie will perform her songs at the Christchurch Folk Music Club accompanied by good old friends and musical accomplices; Jono Hopley (double bass), Glenn Teasedale (lap steel), Adam Hattaway (hot licks) and Tess Liautaud (singin’ and strumming). They’ll be dusting off some tunes from The Eastern back catalog and showcasing some near new, seldom heard, not yet road tested numbers.…
Find out more »Amiria Grenell – ChCh Folk Music Club
Winner of a Tui NZ Music Award for her album THREE FEATHERS (2011) and finalist for the same award for album AUTUMN (2015), her new album THE WINTER LIGHT was released earlier this year and after sell out shows up and down the country, it is sure to be yet another album to be embraced across Aotearoa. Accompanying Amiria at the Christchurch Folk Music Club will be collaborator and producer of 'The Winter Light', Ryan Fisherman. Opening act will be…
Find out more »July 2024
Recheduled The Mitchell Twins: Songs Dripping in Sister Harmonies
“Their harmonies matched beautifully, flowing in and out of each other’s lines like the finest woven material.” (Ambient Light) Touring their Debut EP 'Find a River', The Mitchell Twins have a clear musical vision; a blend of folk/country music. Raised in a home full of Dolly Parton, Tom T Hall and Kacey Musgraves, Maegan and Nicola have spent years honing their blood harmonies. They've toured through Aotearoa and Australia, supporting and playing with artists including Nadia Reid, Barry Saunders, Delaney…
Find out more »August 2024
Adam McGrath: AMA 2024 Best Folk Artist Winner
Adam McGrath is a folk singer and yarn spinner stationed wherever he can get a key! Described by RNZ as a “National Treasure” and the Herald as “NZ’s toughest minded songwriter”, Adam is more widely known as lead singer and songwriter with one of NZ’s most loved roots/country bands The Eastern. He spends 8 months a year on the road between NZ, Australia, Europe and parts beyond. With The Eastern and solo he has shared stages with and opened for…
Find out more »December 2024
Al Park: Lynchpin Of Otautahi’s World Class Songwriting Community
Al Park returns to the Folk Club having released a new album, One for the dog, one for the cat and, one for the people with a MONKEY on their back. MONKEY for short. Released in August to rave reviews, Al is celebrating the new album 'MONKEY'. The album features contributions from fellow Cantabrian luminaries Adam Hattaway, Tess Liautaud, Elmore Jones, Reuben Derrick, Steve Harrop and Thomas Isbister. Copies will be available for purchase and the traditional artist signing. For…
Find out more »January 2025
Andrew Lockwood: Travelling Journeyman, English Troubadour
Andrew is a travelling journeyman and songwriter from the UK, performing acoustic originals alongside other artists’ work; sharing and celebrating the healing joy of music. Intimate and inviting songs are crafted with honest, sensitive lyrics upon a guitar/vocal canvas. His evolving musical tapestry includes performances at various folk clubs, festivals and house gatherings, alongside circuit volunteering support. Support Act will be the talented local group: Highly Strung: Liz Nichol, Susan Grant, Ans Fonteyn and Eileen Reid who will share both…
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David McMillan
Dave McMillan has been entertaining audiences for over 30 years with his rich, soulful voice and amazing guitar playing! Also, mostly true, his funny stories behind his own songs! Dave's played concerts and festivals all over Australia, NZ and Canada solo and as part of the renowned duo Wizard & Oz He performs regularly solo, on land and sea with the P&O Cruise Lines, as well as with other talented players. Dave's repertoire draws from the Legends such as: RAY…
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Una Ni Fhlannagain: Award-winning Irish Harpist From Galway
Úna Ní Fhlannagáin is a harper and singer based in Galway, Ireland. Rooted in the jigs and reels of North Clare and the sean-nós singing of Connemara, she is also influenced by American post-minimalists and free jazz. Accolades include the Riada Gold Medal for Harp (2017) and the All-Ireland trophy for Senior Harp Slow Airs (Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2018). Playing music since age 3, she has since performed all over Europe, and in North America, the Middle East, and…
Find out more »Liz And Wrighty: For A Night Of Humour And Warmth!
After successful concerts at the Christchurch Folk Club in the recent past with Suzanne Lynch and Graham Wardrop followed by a solo concert last August, Elizabeth Braggins now teams up with John Wright Elizabeth is a singer and piano player. She performs mostly around the South Island or is working from home recording, writing and arranging music. She also teaches piano, vocals, performance and music theory from her studio. John Wright is a former international cricketer and coach. He became…
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