Christchurch Folk Music Club

David Evison

16 August 2020 $10 Members $15 Non-members $5 Students with ID

David has been a member of the Christchurch folk club since arriving in Christchurch in 2008. He has been folking around since the 1960s in Wellington, the 1970s in Christchurch (anyone remember the Victorian Coffee Lounge?), the 1980s in Rotorua (Neck of the Woods Folk Club), the 1990s and 2000s at Auckland (the Bunker!) 

Enjoys going to Folk Festivals and sleeping in a tent. This has been known to cause amusement in some quarters, but what a brilliant way to get the most music out of a weekend in some paddock somewhere. 

David plays guitar and mandolin, and sings. He enjoys singing in the Christchurch City Choir (most difficult music imaginable, and very good for the tonsils), Monday night sessions at the Pegasus Arms (always a good night), and the occasional celidh. Will try anything once, as long as it involves music. Always enjoys playing at the Folk Club – the outrageously supportive audience deserves a round of applause. 

David will be accompanied by John Syme on bass, and some other musician friends, depending on availability.

Doors open 7pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, you will get a seat if you arrive close to 7pm.

VENUE: 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.

DOOR SALES CASH ONLY: Tea, coffee, biscuits and cake available during the break, also bar facilities for cold refreshments throughout the night, Eftpos available for purchases only, no cash-out facility. Please remember to bring your current Folk Club membership card as this is required for new club licensing.

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