Christchurch Folk Music Club
| President |
Steve Stern
All enquiries about booking gigs should be made to Steve. |
| Secretary |
Judi Smitheram
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| Treasurer |
Diana Hinterleitner
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| Committee |
If anyone wants anything raised at a Committee meeting, suggestions, bouquets or brickbats, let a committee member know. |
| Weekly E-News |
All correspondence and contributions to the weekly e-news or the website are gratefully welcomed and should be sent to secretary@folkmusic.org.nz
Christchurch Folk Music Club |
We need you and your support to continue to be your chosen venue for live music
Wanted Volunteers / Helpers, Friends and Supporters of live acoustic music to come forward and make yourself known.
We always need enthusiastic volunteers to help bring live music alive on Sunday nights.
People who wish to step up for roles on the committee, as well as volunteers that are available for supporting roles on concert nights and for other support roles e.g. photos, reviews, compere, help set up and pack down, social media, etc.
The committee is happy to share information and their experiences with you, sharing about the variety of roles.
Contact
President Steve on email president@folkmusic.org.nz
Secretary Judi on 027 454 3885 or email secretary@folkmusic.org.nz
Thank you for your support, we could not do what we do without it. We encourage you to join us in providing this amazing and much appreciated community asset that fosters live acoustic music.
Here We Are
19 July 2026
“Here we are” is an assemblage of three local musicians who are strong supporters of the folk music ethic and who enjoy performing and entertaining people in that environment.
Russell Gillies – The Night of the Melomaniacs
9 August 2026
Russell Gillies is leading this group of passionate music lovers.
Expect to see and hear Lynne Hurley, Sophia Bidwell, Simon Musgrave and David Evison, all accomplished musicians based in Otautahi.
Sacred Harp Singing Workshop
16 August 2026
This workshop will briefly cover the history of the Sacred Harp tradition, as well as how the tradition is currently observed through weekly and annual singings.
Open Mic Night-July
26 July 2026
We provide an outlet for local acoustic performers – singers, songwriters & poets all welcome.
Kameleon
30 August 2026
With a new name, new energy, and some great new material, Kameleon are ready to share their love of music with a patiently waiting world.
Port Hillbillies
27 September 2026
Emerging from the shadows of the Port Hills, Christchurch. One American, Justin Rogers on mandolin, guitar and vocals, one Aussie Gary Elford on guitar, acoustic bass and vocals. They meet up with a six-toed Kiwi singer, banjo and guitar player Steve Stern to share their love of Bluegrass, Old Time and Americana music.
Liz Braggins
11 October 2026
‘Liz Braggins’ has been a familiar name on the Christchurch music scene. She has a unique style developed from many years of immersion in the music industry. Her highly original versions of well-known songs are an eclectic mix of genres highlighting her background in most musical styles.
Celtic Caim – Pauline Vallance (Scotland) and Heather Innes
8 November 2026
Celtic Caim concerts have been described as “hauntingly beautiful harmony singing,” a capella and accompanied by clasarch, flute or bodhrán. An eclectic mix of Celtic songs, songs written by various songwriters, including Pauline & Heather, plus jigs or reels on flute and bodhrán to get your feet tapping!
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