Christchurch Folk Music Club
Remembering Past President Ian Costello 9th June 2024
Close to our heart as regular performer and attendee at club concert’s, his contribution on the committee of the folk Club, as well as time served as Club President. Ian was recognised as a hardworking and dedicated musician, that brought much happiness and toe tapping to many many people. Ian fostered and immensely contributed to the renaissance of Irish Music in New Zealand, we have a lot to thank and remember Ian for with fond memories.
Some moments to recollect Ian‘s amazing contribution can be found here:
https://theblackvelvetband.com/
https://folkmusic.org.nz/50th-weekend/
https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/press/1988/08/16/21
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAfgikHO4fY
Davey Backyard, past Black Velvet band member, has compiled a video honouring Ian Costello
https://www.facebook.com/davey.backyardmusic/videos/1443009203007170/
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