Christchurch Folk Music Club

Helen Capes

  6 April  2025
      • Members $20
      • Non Members $25
      • Students (with ID) $5

Helen’s voice and the unique sound of the Northumbrian smallpipes – a magical combination.

This ex-pat Northumbrian has played festivals and clubs across Britain and Australia as well as New Zealand, collecting new material as she travelled. Her stories, songs and tunes are delivered with that classic Northern England humour, and the magic of the smallpipes. Based on a strong respect of tradition, Helen delivers a diverse repertoire that is as engaging as it is charming.

She sings, recites, and plays with an infectious humour and enthusiasm. Her songs range from very ancient to almost new and touch on all the human emotions: cry about loss, laugh about love, suffer with those who struggle, celebrate with those who triumph. Her tunes will make you want to dance, laugh, tap your feet, smile or remember special moments.
 

Doors open 7pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm,

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..

How do I get tickets to concerts?

In advance: Book your tickets online. Select the concert you wish to attend and click on the link to book your ticket.
On the day: Purchase tickets at the venue from 7:15pm on the day of the concert if not sold out prior.

PLEASE BRING CASH For: Tea, coffee, biscuits and cake available during the break and the club raffle. Bar facilities for cold refreshments throughout the night, Eftpos available for purchases only, no cash-out facility.
Folk Club and Irish Society members please remember to bring your membership card for licensing purposes. Non-members sign in at the bar if making purchases.

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