Balladeer June 2020


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The Balladeer June 2020

Monthly newsletter of Acoustic Routes, Wellington's folk music club

The full version of this newsletter can be found here

http://acousticroutes.org.nz/news/the-balladeer/

In this issue:

1. Acoustic Routes Variety Concert

Thursday 25 June, Roseneath School, 7.30pm

Featuring Bruce Carey, Jo Sheffield, Toil and Trouble, Cam and Juli

2. Jam Sessions at The Office, Sunday 5 July, 4-8pm

1^st Sunday of the month, Riddiford Street, Newtown

3. Open Mic, Plimmerton Boating Club, Thursday 9 July, 7pm

Good music, good food, good company

4. Open Mic, Newtown Acoustic Sound, Upstairs at the Office Bar, Sundays, 5.30pm-8pm

5. Balladeer music noticeboard - Polypropos

6. Want to perform?

7. About Acoustic Routes

8. Acoustic Routes contacts

9. Other regular folk events/contacts in the region

We are on the lookout for someone to edit the Balladeer

so if you think you can help out please contact one of the committee.

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Acoustic Routes Variety Concert, Roseneath School Hall, Thursday 25 June, 7.30pm

This will be a real celebration of the return to live concerts in Level 1 after Covid-19 lockdown. Admission $10.00 members/ $15.00 non members.

Bruce Carey

Bruce enjoys writing songs about New Zealand people, places, and events - both recent and historical. Over the years, he has spent quite a bit of holiday time on the West Coast of the South Island and has written a number of songs about that region. His set will feature some of these songs.

Jo Sheffield

Jo originally came from Northumberland, England and although she has been in New Zealand for some years, recently moved to Upper Hutt from Levin. Jo performs as a solo artist, but is also a part of the EaGals, an all girl Eagles Tribute Band. She loves working on close vocal harmonies and plays guitar, mandolin and a bit of banjo. You can expect plenty of variety, from more contemporary acoustic covers to originals, Americana and more traditional folk.

Toil and Trouble

Toil and Trouble are a trio of seasoned performers. Mary Hubble brings wonderful flute/whistle playing and lovely vocal harmonies. Jude Douglas is a superb fiddle player who always finds the perfect harmonies to enhance every song. Ron Craig combines a warm, expressive, voice with beautiful guitar. Expect a wide variety of songs, lovely harmonies and gorgeous instrumentals.

Waireka

Juli Usmar and Cameron Te Moananui. Cam -writes lots of songs, sings and plays guitar - and Juli - tries to play uke and enjoys singing.

Plus our guest -Annette Esquenet who is a beautiful songwriter, singer, guitar, piano and golden bowl player!

Thursday 9 July, 7pm

Open Mic, Plimmerton Boating Club, 66 Moana Rd, Plimmerton

A highly popular monthly event in a lovely venue. Low cost drinks and food, and a sound system.

Contact: Roy on 021 433 878.

Sundays, 5.30pm-8pm

Open Mic, Newtown Acoustic Sound, Upstairs at the Office Bar

Open mic hosted by Acoustic Routes and Newtown Acoustic Sound. It's the friendly little performance space, upstairs at The Office Bar in Riddiford Street. Bring two songs to sing, or a poem or two, some tunes or a story.

Newtown Acoustic Sound has been going since 2015. They aim to support musicians of all levels to play to a listening audience. We love original songwriters and give them an opportunity to craft their songs. We enjoy covers and are likely to sing along if we can. The Office is a great little venue, you can be 100 % acoustic but there is a small sound system as well. Come and join us - world famous in Newtown.

Sunday 28 June

Sunday 12 July

Sunday 26 July

There is always something happening in Newtown on Sunday nights!

A BIG THANK YOU TO THE OFFICE BAR FOR THEIR CONTINUING SUPPORT

Contact: kevin.ikin@supermail.co.nz, or newtownacousticsound@gmail.com

Balladeer music noticeboard

Where you can advertise your music-related items—lessons, instruments, gigs, band members wanted, etc.

Polytropos

Album out now. Wellingtonians Rennie Pearson and Oscar West have been making music together as a duo for the last 10 years.

They weave flute, fiddle, whistles, guitar, small pipes and vocals together in many ingenious ways, using traditional celtic melodies.

The word polytropos means of many twists and turns, which describes the music of Rennie and Oscar perfectly. Always approaching the old tunes in new and exciting ways, while maintaining the integrity of the traditions from which they're drawn.

The Duo's first album, 'Polytropos' has just been released and is available on bandcamp at https://polytropos.bandcamp.com/album/polytropos Or via their website polytroposmusic.com.

Photo credit: Photo is by Warren Watson

Want to review for the Balladeer?

We have a handful of willing writers who regularly get shoulder tapped to review AR concerts and we are very grateful to them. The AR committee offers a free concert ticket to anyone who reviews a concert for the Balladeer. It is great to hear a range of voices and opinions, so if you are interested please contact Chris at balladeer@acousticroutes.org.nz

Want to perform?

AR Committee would like to hear from you if you are interested in performing at our events, including support acts for our monthly concerts. Contact us performers@acousticroutes.org.nz.

About Acoustic Routes

Acoustic Routes (Wellington Folk Centre Incorporated) is a club for people who enjoy playing and listening to folk and acoustic styles of music.

The fourth Thursday of the month generally features a concert, usually with a visiting artist and support acts from amongst our membership. Check the website or the Balladeer for updates about the venue.

Members get priority access to performance opportunities and can have input into the club's activities. To join, email treasurer@acousticroutes.org.nz or check the website for membership forms https://acousticroutes.org.nz/join-us/.

Acoustic Routes publishes this newsletter (The Balladeer) at the start of every month, and also an acoustic gig guide for the Wellington region (Acoustic Routes update). You can subscribe online, or contact publicity@acousticroutes.org.nz.

Acoustic Routes contacts

President: Murray Kilpatrick musicianmurray@gmail.com

Correspondence: Kevin Ikin secretary@acousticroutes.org.nz

Treasurer/Membership: Chris Riordantreasurer@acousticroutes.org.nz

Balladeer: Christine Riordan balladeer@acousticroutes.org.nz

Acoustic Routes update email: Murray Kilpatrickmusicianmurray@gmail.com

Performance opportunities: performers@acousticroutes.org.nz

Postal address: PO Box 27-191 Marion Square, Wellington, New Zealand

Website: www.acousticroutes.org.nz

Other regular folk events/contacts in the region

If you are interested, please contact each event to check if they are back on line after lockdown.

Trad Singing Session with Dave Barnes hosting

When: 1^st Monday of the month, 6.30pm

Where Upstairs at the Sprig and Fern, Thorndon. This session celebrates unaccompanied singing in traditional style. Fine beer and food to be had at the bar.

Contact: Dave Barnes david.barnes@xtra.co.nz

Ceol Alba Scottish Music Club

When: 4th Friday of the month, 7.30 - 9.30pm. A club for playing and/or listening to (mostly) traditional Scottish music. Sheet music supplied or downloadable.

Where: Lower Hutt.

Cost: $5 per night

Contact: Lynne Scott, 04 565 0164 lynne@scott.gen.nz

International Folkdancing

When: Every Wednesday from February to December, 7.30 to 9.15pm

Where: Tarrant Dance Studios, 125 Cuba St, Wellington

Contact: Cashy Yates (04) 569 1618 cashy@ihug.co.nz

Kapiti Live Music Club

When: 2nd Wednesday of the month, an acoustic social evening for listening and/or singing and playing, from 7:30pm.

Where: Paul and Kimbra's; 3 Jade Lane, Paraparaumu. Off the east end Mazengarb Road as it changes name and turns toward Kapiti Road.

Contact: enquiry@klmc.org.nz anhttp://www.klmc.org.nz

Kelburn Pub Live Music

When: Live music every Sunday 3-5 pm.

Sunday Roots on the first Sunday of each Month, 4-7pm. Hosted by Pip Payne and featuring a different guest artist each month. Details: 'Sunday roots' on Facebook. Contact the Pub if you are interested in performing.

Levin Folk Music Club

When: 2nd Friday of month, 7.30 pm, blackboard concert plus guest artist.

Entry: Members $5, Non-Members $10, Children $3 (includes supper)

Club Night: 4th Friday of month, 7.30 pm $2 Koha

Where: Horowhenua Scottish Society Hall, cnr Bartholomew Rd and Middlesex St.

Bookings: Bookings: Dale Webb dalewebb143@gmail.com

Website: www.levin-folk-music-club.org.nz

Mainly Acoustic Music Club

When: (Mostly) every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm

Where: Mayfair Cafe, 116 Main Street, Upper Hutt

Contact: Mary Khalil 021 02314505 mary.khalil@xtra.co.nz Club committee email: info@mainlyacoustic.co.nz

Website: http://mainlyacoustic.co.nz/coming-attractions/

Morris dancing

Dave Barnes http://www.morrisdancing.org.nz/

Music and Poetry at the Metro

When: Second Sunday of the month, 3pm to 5pm

Where: Metropolitan Restaurant and Bar, Lydney Place, Porirua

Cost: Free

Contact: Phil McConnell: musicandpoetryatthemetro@gmail.com

Phone 237 9902 or 027 786 5542.www.facebook.com/music.metrobar

Paekakariki Open Mic

Singers, songwriters, poets and musicians welcome. A good sound system and stage. Check in at the door if you'd like to perform, or just come and listen!

When: Last Friday of the month, 7.30pm.

Where: St Peter's Hall, Beach Rd, Paekakariki.

Cost: Entry by Koha to cover hall and sound system costs.

Contact: tonyfuell@gmail.com or 021 0231 9547