by Emily Kraakman | Aug 5, 2021 | Reviews
Christchurch Folk Music Club Hillbilly Hoedown – Barndance/Ceilidh 11th July 2021 Brought to you by Gary Elford, supported by the Port Hillbillies and Andrew Redepenning. The music was cheerful and lively, jeans and plaid adorned the room, Appalachian and...
by Emily Kraakman | Nov 30, 2020 | Reviews
Fingerpicking Delights V 8 November 2020 By Russell Dann The fifth edition in this concert series was a cracking good concert with great artists delivering superb music in a well-balanced programme. It was compered with engaging geniality by Izzy Miller Bell with...
by Emily Kraakman | Nov 17, 2020 | Reviews
Christchurch Folk Music Club Adam McGrath and Esther Swift Friday 21st February 2020 Adam McGrath and Esther Swift a night of contrast and exceptional musicianship. Esther from the Northern hemisphere brought grace, exquisite techniques that highlight her talented...
by Emily Kraakman | Nov 17, 2020 | Reviews
Christchurch Folk Music Club Jackie Bristow: Nashville based singer songwriter on NZ tour – 1 March 2020 Jackie Bristow gave a concert from her heart that optimised her extensive experience on stage to deliver a show of impeccable musicianship. A natural...
by Emily Kraakman | Nov 17, 2020 | Reviews
Christchurch Folk Music Club Ceilidh: the dancers pulled on their dancing shoes and enjoyed – 27 September 2020 Sunday 27th September 2020 The dancing shoes were on, and the Ceilidh caller Gary Elford ably with humour and panache led the dancers to step through...
by Emily Kraakman | Nov 17, 2020 | Reviews
Christchurch Folk Music Club The Grainstore Sessions Tour,The Mitchel Family Saturday 10th October 2020 Jenny Mitchell was on the road for the first time with a new show featuring her sisters, Nicola and Maegan, and Dad – Ron Mitchell. Jenny, Nicola,...