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Acoustic Guitar - Absolute Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Spring
Wed 15 Jan – 12 Feb, 26 Feb – 25 Mar and 1 Apr – 29 Apr
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 15 Apr
- 22 Apr
- 1 more dates...
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Wed)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Spring
Wed 15 Jan – 12 Feb, 26 Feb – 25 Mar and 1 Apr – 29 Apr
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 15 Apr
- 22 Apr
- 1 more dates...
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Thursdays)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Spring
Thur 16 Jan – 13 Feb, 27 Feb – 26 Mar and 2 Apr – 30 Apr
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
- 16 Apr
- 23 Apr
- 1 more dates...
The Grahams
The Americana duo are travelling troubadours with a desire to build on foundations laid by their musical predecessors.
Alyssa and Doug Graham draw on American folk culture, experimenting further on their new record. Their music is inspired by journeys on rail, river and along Route 66. Doug's masterful resonator slide-work and harmonies fuel Alyssa's locomotive voice and driving guitar chords.
WHY? ‘Real emotive, powerful lyrics that make your hairs on your arms stick up’ Fatea Records
Studio
£14 (£12 conc)
Acoustic Guitar - Intermediate
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Spring
Thur 16 Jan – 13 Feb, 27 Feb – 26 Mar and 2 Apr – 30 Apr
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 16 Apr
- 23 Apr
- 1 more dates...
The Clark Tracey Quintet
Presented by Jazz at the Farm.
Internationally renowned multi-award winning Clark Tracey has led his own ensembles for more than 30 years. These have included Guy Barker, Zoe Rahman and Alec Dankworth along with many other now familiar names.
Clark's latest group is Sean Payne (sax), James Copus (trumpet), Elliott Sanson (piano) and James Owston (bass). They are joined by Clark on drums.
WHY? The quintet has been tipped as Clark’s best line up for several years
Studio
£15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Digital Zone: Kaos Jam - Music Tech (6-10 yrs)
Learn to make your own tunes and beats using our music tech kit.
Devise music using modern technology.
10am – 11.30am
6 - 10 years
£12 per person
Digital Zone: Kaos Jam - Music Tech (Families)
Learn to make your own tunes and beats using our music tech kit.
Devise music using modern technology.
12pm – 1.30pm
Families
£12 per person
Digital Zone: Kaos Jam - Music Tech (11+ yrs)
Learn to make your own tunes and beats using our music tech kit.
Devise music using modern technology.
2.30pm – 4pm
11+ years
£12 per person
The Vinyl Frontier: Electric Dreams - Jeff's History of Electronic Pop Music in 12 tracks
Join host Jeff Lloyd for a sociable evening of music, trivia and chat.
Can Jeff really cover 60 years’ worth of electronic pop music in just a dozen tunes? Come and hear this fascinating musical journey through time and see whether you agree with his choices…!
WHY? Hear music in its finest form – on vinyl and in fabulous hi-fi!
Studio
£8
The Royal Opera: Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci
Live screening.
The award-winning production by Damiano Michieletto. Two opera classics are drawn together in this wonderfully observed re-creation of life in a south Italian village as a travelling theatre visits and emotions erupt.
WHY? Presents vividly the fast-moving, shocking events brought about by secret love and uncontrollable jealousy
Courtyard Theatre
£15
Teddies Music Club
Sing • Dance • Play
We’ll get you bouncing, jumping, tickling, giggling, laughing, oh and singing!
Teddies is energetic, lively and fun for grown-ups and children alike, with a singer and musician at every session.
Spring
Wed 15 Jan – 29 Apr (exc 19 Feb, 8 and 15 Apr)
10am – 11am
£6 (including one adult) | £4 per siblings or additional adult
Suitable for ages 0-5 years.
Please book one free 'Accompanying Adult' tickets for this workshop, and a free 'Baby Seat' if you are bringing a sibling under 6 months
Marie Francois plays the piano
Maidenhead Music Society presents
Haydn Sonata no. 53 hob. XVI/34
Chopin Scherzo no 1 B minor op. 20
Debussy Pour le piano
Ravel Jeux d'eau
Chopin Preludes op. 28
The Belgian pianist plays a programme including the first of Chopin’s Scherzos and all 24 of his op.28 preludes.
WHY? ‘Marie has a highly distinctive way of playing, emotional and intuitive’ Challenge Records
Courtyard Theatre
£15 (MMS Members £10), £5 under 18s or 1 free with an adult ticket
Musical Memories
Led by Rona Topaz
A sociable choir for people living with dementia, led by a professional singer.
Even if you think you can’t sing a note, join in with popular jazz, pop and movie theme tunes from the 1940s through to 1980s. Songs covered include Fly Me To the Moon, Que Sera Sera, Edelweiss, You Are My Sunshine, King of the Road and more!
Carers don’t have to be present, so it’s a chance to have a little respite and relax in the Café Bar.
Spring
Fri 17 Jan – 24 Apr (exc 21 Feb, 10 and 17 Apr)
1.30pm – 2.30pm
£6 per session, including one free carer
42nd Street (PG)
Encore screening, filmed at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Fresh off the bus from small-town America, Peggy Sawyer is just another face in the chorus line on Broadway’s newest show. But when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy might just have the shot at stardom she’s always dreamed of…
WHY? Featuring iconic songs 42nd Street, We’re in the Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Dames and I Only Have Eyes For You
Courtyard Theatre
142 mins | £15
Danni Nicholls
Danni’s passionate delivery, guitar play, captivating velvet voice and charmingly engaging between-song banter offer spell binding performances.
Having received consecutive AMA-UK award nominations (2017 UK Album of the Year for Mockingbird Lane, 2018 UK Artist of the Year), touring with legends Shakin' Stevens, Lucinda Williams, also The Secret Sisters, singer-songwriter Danni Nicholls has been enjoying an incredible ride.
Her third studio album The Melted Morning was released 2019.
WHY? 'An incredibly well-crafted album' ★★★★★ Maverick Magazine
'A polished dark gem' Americana-UK
'I absolutely love the elegance and beauty of her music' Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2
Studio
£12.50
London Zulu
An Afrobeat global funk mashup fronted by Soweto born, London raised vocalist Ingrid Webster.
Featuring members of the London collective Transglobal Underground.
The band was formed in tribute to Doreen Thobekile Webster, Ingrid’s mother. After being exiled from South Africa in the apartheid era, she became a major figure in the London African scene. She appeared in the musical Ipi Tombi, singing with Shikisha, Transglobal Underground, the KLF and many others. She was also a regular participant at Club Mwalimu.
Transglobal Underground produced her solo album London Zulu which was one of the first UK based Afro-electronic releases. After Doreen sadly passed away, her band reformed with Ingrid to play a number of tributes to her memory. The reaction to Doreen’s inspirational music and Ingrid’s charismatic onstage vibe was so strong that they’ve continued ever since. Ingrid and the band are still in regular demand around the city they’re named after.
Studio
£15 (£13 conc)
ELO Again
The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
ELO Again are back with their stunning Re-Discovery Tour celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
Now in their 8th year ELO Again really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday. The whole experience is professionally re-enacted with a great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects. Expect the spectacular live effect of ELO’s famous orchestrations, soaring strings and vocals.
WHY? With all the big hits – Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Sweet Talkin’ Woman, Shine a Little Love, Confusion, Last Train to London, Roll Over Beethoven and more
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Tango Calor
Tango Calor is one of the most exciting tango bands performing in the UK.
The trio will take you on a journey from the night clubs of Buenos Aires to the salons of Paris with their evocative performances of traditional and contemporary tango music.
Mirek Salmon is one of the few players of the bandoneon (Argentine concertina) in the country. He formed the group in 2016 with sensational Latin vocalist Indira Roman (Salsa UK, Roberto Pla) and Dutch jazz pianist Daan Temmink. The band has performed in tango clubs and festivals around the country and gains new fans wherever they play. They are often called on to accompany visiting artists from Argentina and have also performed the works of Astor Piazzolla with members of the Welsh National Opera. In 2018 they were invited to play at the famous La Ghironda festival in Puglia.
'One of the best tango trios you will hear in the UK' Tango Alchemy
'If you want dancers to be out of their seats and enjoying great music, Tango Calor really does that' Viva la Dance
Alvin Youngblood Hart
The New Orleans native is known as one of the world's foremost practitioners of country blues.
Alvin is a faithful torchbearer for 1960s and 1970s guitar rock, Western Swing and vintage country. He is a Grammy Award winner and has released a Grammy Award nominated album. He has appeared on BBC2’s Later with Jools Holland and BBC4’s Blues on Later.
WHY? ‘The boy got thunder in his hands!’ Taj Mahal
Studio
£14
An Evening Without Kate Bush
The chaotic cabaret cult, An Evening Without Kate Bush is here!
Enter Strange Phenomena, howl with the The Hounds Of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights. Kate's not there, but you are.
From the makers of Julie Madly Deeply. But completely different.
Performer Sarah-Louise Young (The Showstoppers, La Soiree) has teamed up with director Russell Lucas (Warped at VAULT Festival) to explore the music and mythology of one of the most influential voices in British music.
From releasing Wuthering Heights at the age of 19 to selling out the Hammersmith Apollo nearly forty years later, Bush has always surprised and confounded her critics. Through it all her fans have stayed strong.
WHY? Young invites you to celebrate Kate's songs with this unique and mind-blowing show
Studio
£14
The Vinyl Frontier: Bridge Over Troubled Water
Join host Jeff Lloyd for a sociable evening of music, trivia and chat.
The best selling album of 1970 and 1971 celebrates its 50th birthday this year. Hear how innovative the album was but how it came to spell the end of the greatest duo in music history.
Studio
£8
Rosemary Clooney: A Life in Song
Natasha Seale fronts an all-star band to celebrate the life and music of the iconic vocalist Rosemary Clooney.
She presents her heartfelt tribute through a blend of narrative and a repertoire drawn from the delights of the 1950’s popular song book. Expect sensational swing, Latin grooves and familiar favourites steeped in the jazz tradition.
Natasha’s infectious energy and superb vocal performance take audiences on a journey through Rosemary’s rich and diverse career spanning 50 years. With classic favourites such as Come on-a My House to the Concord years featuring songs by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. She weaves charming anecdotes around the glitterati and close company Clooney kept with Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Nelson Riddle, The Gershwins, Billie Holiday and Judy Garland.
WHY? ‘Natasha brings her own blend of pizzazz and musicality, breathing new life into these wonderful songs. Not to be missed’ Claire Martin OBE
‘A delight to listen to’ Fiona Mountford, Evening Standard
Studio
£15 (£13 conc)
The Sound of Springsteen
The eight piece band take to the stage for the second year of touring in 2020.
With a passion for the work of 'The Boss', this tribute to Bruce Springsteen brings their years of live performances and recording to rock you with the legend's greatest hits and deep cuts.
WHY? With songs like, Born In The USA, Glory Days, Streets of Philadelphia and many more, this is a night of passion for Springsteen!
Courtyard Theatre
£20
Fleece Lined
The line up of this local band consists of Abi Powell (vocals, rhythm guitar), Alfie Griffin (lead guitar), Kian Lonergan-Curry (bass) and Josh Lines (drums).
They regularly perform across Berkshire at pubs, bars and festivals.
WHY? Expect funky bass lines, gritty vocals, heartfelt lyrics, credible guitar solos and sleek percussion
Studio
£8 | £6 conc in advance
£10 | £8 conc on the door
The Amy Winehouse Experience AKA Lioness
Stars in Their Eye’s finalist and X Factor boot-camp contestant Emma Wright provides an authentic tribute to the enormous talent of Amy Winehouse.
Accompanied by a full backing band, they recreate the sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop.
WHY? Be taken on a journey through the emotional rollercoaster of Amy’s song writing, guaranteed to have you singing and dancing throughout this full stage show
Courtyard Theatre
£19 (£17 conc)
The Heath Quartet with Tim Ridout (viola) & Bjorg Lewis (cello)
As their fame continues to build across the world, the ever-popular Heath Quartet has been selected for this Celebrity Concert.
Haydn Quartet in F minor, op 20/5
Beethoven Quintet in C op 29
Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence
After playing a Haydn quartet, they will be joined by Tim Ridout (viola), now a BBC New Generation Artist, in a Beethoven quintet.
The concert ends with a sextet, Tchaikovsky’s lyrical Souvenir de Florence with the addition of Björg Lewis (cello). Don’t miss this charismatic ensemble!
WHY? Hear one of the UK’s top string quartets combine with other top performers to play sublime music
John Horler - A Tribute to Bill Evans
John returns to Norden Farm with Alec Dankworth.
This time in classic jazz trio format, celebrating the music of Bill Evans. They are joined by drummer Ronnie Jones, to mark the 60th anniversary of the release of seminal Bill Evans album Portrait in Jazz.
WHY? ‘A pianist who demands to be heard’ Jazz Notes
Studio
£15 | £13 conc
Voodoo Room - A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream
Paying tribute to these legends of rock.
A stunning power trio featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians who perform an incredible show in the true spirit of these legendary superstars.
No wigs, no gimmicks - simply great music played by great musicians!
Featuring classics such as Hey Joe, Sunshine Of Your Love, Purple Haze, Layla and more.
Members of Voodoo Room have recorded and toured with Stevie Winwood, Massive Attack, Arthur Brown, Fish, Thunder and many other high profile artists.
With standing ovations the norm, the word on the street is Voodoo Room are not to be missed!
WHY? 'Superb' Time Out
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Pop Divas Live!
Get ready to experience all your favourite pop divas as the greatest female stars of today appear on the same stage for the first time ever!
The UK’s number one girl band tribute, Little Mix kick off the show, then Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Beyoncé and Rihanna all join in the fun for two hours of non-stop hits. There’s even an appearance from American YouTube teen sensation JoJo Siwa, making her Pop Divas Live! debut for 2020!
Whether you’re a grown up who listens on the radio or a little one who watches on a tablet, we guarantee you’ll love every tune! There’s even a chance for four lucky little divas to join the stars live on stage!
WHY? Whether you are 4 or 64, don’t miss the UK’s number 1 pop tribute!
Courtyard Theatre
£14 (£12 under 16s)
Family and Friends ticket £48
Never 42
The UK’s premier Level 42 tribute band.
Never 42 is the expression of their combined passion for the musicianship of Mark King, Mike Lindup and the upbeat jazz funk sound that is Level 42. They perform with an uncanny accuracy which has earned them a thumbs up from Mark King.
The impressive five piece band are individually brilliant musicians. They bring to the band extensive musical careers which includes touring and alongside professional session musicians.
WHY? Expect to hear all the favourites – Livin it up (The Sun Goes Down), Lessons In Love, Something About You, The Chant Has Begun, Starchild, Are You Hearing What I Hear, Hot Water… and so many more!
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Nick Smart (trumpet)
One of Europe's most creative jazz musicians.
His versatility as a trumpet player has allowed him to perform alongside many international jazz stars including George Russell, Bob Brookmeyer, John Hollenbeck. Supported by The Pendulum Quartet: Will Gibson (sax/bass clarinet), Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums).
WHY? ‘Smart plays with brightness, tight timing and subtle intonation’ The Guardian
Studio
£15 | £13 conc | £5 under 16s
Concertini with The Haystacks Band (Relaxed)
Grab your tiny dancers for a toe-tapping concert of hits performed in a fresh, upbeat Country Pop style.
With music from Jess Glynne, George Ezra, Bruno Mars and Taylor Swift. Concertinis are a relaxed environment, ideal for children with SEND.
Age Guidance: all ages
WHY? The Haystacks are joined by Makaton signer Rachel Davison
Studio
Zoe and Cloyd
Zoe and Cloyd is a North Carolina duo made up of renowned fiddler and vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and award-winning songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and vocalist John Cloyd Miller.
With soaring harmonies, outstanding musicianship and heartfelt songwriting, Zoe and Cloyd seamlessly combine original folk, acoustic country, old-time and bluegrass. From a lineage of klezmer and jazz musicians, Natalya trained classically in her home state of Massachusetts before moving south in 2004. John is a twelfth-generation North Carolinian and grandson of a pioneering bluegrass fiddler. He’s also a fine songwriter and winner of the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest. Zoe and Cloyd have toured extensively across the USA and have released three albums to date, with their latest collection I Am Your Neighbor released by Organic Records in 2019 to warm reviews.
'I’m a sucker for great duo harmony singing, well-written originals, choice material, and fine playing - all of these are here with Zoe and Cloyd. I absolutely love them!' Alice Gerrard
Nell and Jim Band
Genre-busting artists and joyful music infused with folk, bluegrass, Americana, roots, swing, jazz, and blues.
With Nell Robinson on flute and vocals, Jim Nunally on guitar and vocals, Jim Kerwin on bass fiddle, Alex Aspinall on percussion and Rob Reich on accordion and keyboards.
WHY? Supported by The Allen Family band, playing real bluegrass, swing, old time and country
Studio
£14 | £12 conc
Bye Bye Baby
Bye Bye Baby are a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Incredible four part harmonies, roof raising falsetto complete with energetic and stylish choreography ensures that Bye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night remember!
WHY? Includes 31 of Valli’s greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You and many more!
Courtyard Theatre
£20
The Vinyl Frontier: Culture Club vs Paul Young
Join host Jeff Lloyd for a sociable evening of music, trivia and chat.
Two LPs that signpost the 80s. Culture Club's second LP featured some of the decade's most iconic tunes - but so did Paul Young's debut. Both reached No 1 but which one is better? Only one way to find out...
Studio
£8
Oysland
A five piece Klezmer band who embody the new generation of Yiddish roots music.
The award-winning group re-imagine music from times past, exploring the connections between Klezmer and other folk traditions in Eastern Europe and beyond. Drawing on the Polish and Slovakian roots of its band members they delve into century-old lullabies, exuberant wedding dances and peculiar hay-making stories.
WHY? ‘Compelling depth and authenticity’ Resonance FM
Studio
£15 | £13 conc
Iota
A very special show!
IOTA are BBC's The Voice finalist and Poozies vocalist - Sally Barker, musical dynamo and Fairport Convention collaborator - Anna Ryder and TRADarrr multi-instrumentalist and singer songwriter - Marion Fleetwood.
All members of the Sandy Denny Project, their voices seamlessly combine in rich, fulfilling harmonies with a wealth of instruments - fiddle, cello, guitars, keyboards and banjo.
'When the planets align, great things happen. Now three stars have!' Simon Nicol (Fairport Convention)
'Three witty, intelligent and above all superbly musical women. All great solo performers in their own right. Together, beautiful harmonies and quality songwriting by classy multi-instrumentalists' Phil Beer (Show Of Hands)
'I’m so excited that three of my favourite singer/songwriters and performers have formed this great new trio. They are fab!' Dave Pegg (Fairport Convention)
Veronica and Max
Veronica Sbergia and Max De Bernardi passionately play country blues and ragtime, hokum, jug band and rural music from the 1920s and 1930s.
They keep this precious musical heritage alive whilst playing it with a modern twist. Performing on strictly acoustic instruments such as ukulele, washboard, kazoo, resophonic guitars and double bass.
WHY? ‘Good time blues is alive and well’ Folk and Roots Magazine
Studio
£14 | £12 conc
Small Fakers
The UK's only tribute to the 1960s mod legends the Small Faces.
Now in their 13th year, the band are popular throughout the UK. Performing all the biggest and best Small Faces songs including Itchycoo Park, Lazy Sunday, All Or Nothing and Sha La La La Lee alongside fan favourites and tracks from the LP Ogdens Nut Gone Flake.
WHY? ‘The spirit of Marriott with uncanny precision’ Sunday Express
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Strictly Movie Musicals
The story of The Hollywood Musical.
Award winning singer Robert Habermann tells the incredible story from the first movie musical The Jazz Singer to the kaleidoscopic Busby Berkeley musicals, iconic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rodgers musicals, MGM and on to Disney.
WHY? Expect songs from Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Doris Day plus 9 to 5, Adele's Skyfall and a medley of Oscar winning tunes
Studio
£15 | £13 conc
Fathers' Day Concertini with Rob Castell
Musical theatre tunes and family favourites including songs from The Lion King and The Greatest Showman.
Concertinis are a relaxed environment, ideal for children with SEND.
Age Guidance: all ages
WHY? Little people can dance, sing and move around!
Studio
£11 | £9 under 16s | Family & Friends (4 people) £36
Astrid - The Storm Sessions Acoustic Tour
The duo are Willie Campbell and Charlie Clark.
Their influences range from the Everly Brothers, Hank Williams, Motown and indie. Their relaxed manner on stage and infectious enjoyment of performing ensure that all that come to see Astrid leave humming a song and smiling.
WHY? 'Two pop perfect voices in close Everly harmony, a flawless example of jangling dreamscapery' The Sunday Times
Studio
£14 | £12 conc
Klezmer - Got the Jewish Blues
Learn all about klezmer, the celebratory and soulful music of Jewish eastern Europe.
lana Cravitz (The London Klezmer Quartet) is one of the world's leading klezmer fiddlers. She illustrates the historical context and tells tales about the lives and times of the musicians who played this essential party music.
WHY? With live music, crackly old recordings and colourful anecdotes. There may be dancing...
Studio
£14 | £12 conc
An Evening of Burlesque and Vaudeville
Gorgeously ravishing, deliciously risqué and a little bit ridiculous.
The travelling vaudeville show returns with a glittering, sizzling line-up of showgirls, comedy and cabaret acts! The line up includes glittering burlesque showgirl Evelyn Carnate; modern day Mae West Ivy Paige; music hall madame Aunty Mae and mesmerising tease artist Demi Noire.
WHY? Expect the unexpected, be ready for a beautiful, brash and bawdy night of very grown up entertainment!
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Peter Churchill (vocals/piano)
Peter's innovative style and astonishing creativity always produces a performance with the wow factor.
He is highly respected in his field as lecturer in Jazz Vocals and Choral Jazz at the Royal Academy of Music and Guildhall. Supported by Simon Allen (saxes), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums).
WHY? Pete has been accompanist to legendary jazz singer Mark Murphy and conductor of the Kenny Wheeler Big Band
Studio
£15 | £13 conc | £5 under 16s
Midsummer Ceilidh
You’ll be in safe hands with the expert calling and playing from our band Nedron’s Jig.
Between them they play squeezebox, fiddle, mandola and bass. The four musicians consist of two from the folk super-group Feast of Fiddles and two from the band Phungus.
WHY? A social evening of dance in our atmospheric 18th century Long Barn - no experience necessary!
Long Barn
£15 (£13 conc)
Midsummer Ceilidh
You’ll be in safe hands with the expert calling and playing from our band Nedron’s Jig.
Between them they play squeezebox, fiddle, mandola and bass. The four musicians consist of two from the folk super-group Feast of Fiddles and two from the band Phungus.
WHY? A social evening of dance in our atmospheric 18th century Long Barn - no experience necessary!
Long Barn
£15 | £13 RBWM Advantage Card
The Total 60s and 70s Show
Experience the two greatest decades in rock.
Take yourself back to an era of big riffs, timeless tracks and unforgettable anthems by artists including T Rex, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Cream, Jeff Beck, The Kinks, Cream, Jimi Hendrix and more. Get down to the true spirit of the 60s and 70s, when the world was changing and so were we!
The band features top musicians who have worked with members of The Who, David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and The Small Faces:
Johnny Warman (vocals)
Marcus Flynn (guitar - from The Guitar Legends)
Steve Tilling (bass and vocals)
Richard Willoughby (drums)
WHY? ‘Well worth checking these guys out. Not to be missed’ The Who
‘The greatest sixties band on the planet’ Time Out
‘Songs to delight the diehard fans and casual observers… played stunningly’ The Herald
‘If you want to see an electric performance by a band that loves music and loves what they do, go and see the Johnny Warman's Magic Bus’ Ridge Radio
Courtyard Theatre
£17
The Ladies of Nettlebed
A unique evening as four outstanding local female performers take the stage, sharing songs especially chosen and arranged for the occasion.
This impressive line-up comprising Jackie Oates, Charlie Dore, Megan Henwood and Rowan Godel will perform both individually and together. The Norden Farm audience is in for a treat as these four highly regarded performers bring very individual talents to this rare show.
Jackie Oates is a much loved and in demand award winning folk singer with seven albums under her belt plus music featured on CBeebies, ITV's Midsomer Murders and BBC2's Michael Wood’s Britain: A Peoples’ History.
Charlie Dore is one of the UK's most respected songwriters. Her songs have been covered by many artists including George Harrison, Tina Turner and Celine Dion. A multi award winner, her songs have reached UK No 1 and US No 4, while her own Dark Matter album won 2017’s Best Album and Best Lyrics from the US Indie Acoustic Project.
Megan Henwood is an award winning songwriter, guitarist and vocalist on the acoustic scene and has also written for many other artists and projects. She's performed solo and with a full band all over Europe and toured with the likes of Show Of Hands and Eric Bibb.
Rowan Godel is a former Oysterband and Levellers collaborator who earlier this year played the chainmaker Bird in Townsend Productions touring folk opera Rouse Ye Women with music by John Kirkpatrick.
The Vinyl Frontier: The 2020 Singles Championships
Join host Jeff Lloyd for a sociable evening of music, trivia and chat.
Eight challengers bring their favourite three 7" singles to try and make it through to the final and be crowned Singles Champion 2020. The audience vote for their favourite in each heat in the most popular Vinyl Frontier event of the calendar. Come and be part of that audience!
Studio
£8
The Total Who Show
Get ready for two hours of hits and classics by The Who - including Won't Get Fooled Again, My Generation, Pinball Wizard, Who Are You, Substitute, Can't Explain, The Seeker and I Can See For Miles.
Performed by Johnny Warman's Magic Bus. The band features a line up of top musicians who have performed with Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend and John Entwistle from the band itself.
They have worked also worked with the likes of David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and The Small Faces.
WHY? 'Well worth checking these guys out. Not to be missed' The Who
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Moonrakers Folk Orchestra
The four piece band play harp, cello, stringed instruments, whistles with female and male vocals.
They perform traditional Celtic and contemporary folk music.
Join the band for a whole day workshop, working through acoustic arrangements of folk tunes.
WHY? ‘Uplifting, sensitively crafted songs and tunes’ FATEA magazine
Studio
£15 gig | £40 workshop (includes ticket for gig)
Click here to book for the workshop.
Siobhan Miller
One of Scotland’s foremost folk singers, Siobhan Miller is an exceptional talent.
She is renowned for her unique vocal style paired with evocative song-writing, and a fusion of indie and alternative music with her strong folk roots. She is backed by three musicians on guitar, bass and fiddle.
WHY? Alongside a 2018 BBC Radio 2 Folk Award, she is the only ever three-time winner of Scots Singer of the Year at the BBC Alba Scots Trad Music Awards
Studio
£16.50
Kris Drever
Kris Drever is a Scottish folk singer songwriter.
He has won multiple awards including an incredible seven BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, two shortlist nominations for Scottish Album of The Year (with his trio Lau) and much acclaim for his solo recordings and concerts including glowing reviews from The Herald, The Guardian, Mojo and Q Magazine.
His recent single Scapa Flow 1919 was nominated for Best Original Track by BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards whilst his (John Parish produced) album with Lau Midnight and Closedown was released in 2019 by Reveal Records to wild acclaim including being chosen in The Best Albums of The Year feature by The Guardian.
Drever’s voice and guitar form a part of the backbone of today’s contemporary roots and folk scene. Hugely admired as a solo artist, collaborator, a phenomenal and prolific artist. Kris has collaborated with Cream’s Jack Bruce, Bela Fleck, Tinariwen, Joan As Police Woman, Jerry Douglas, Danny Thompson, Tim O’Brien, Sarah Jarosz, Shawn Colvin, Phil Cunningham, Rosanne Cash, Roddy Woomble, Eddi Reader, Adem, Kate Rusby, Julie Fowlis, Karine Polwart, Seckou Keita and many more. One of Scotland’s finest and most in demand musicians.
'The folk revival has a new standard bearer' Q
'Folk Singer of The Year & Best Original Track Award Winner' BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2017
'Completely infectious' ★★★★★ BBC Music
'Utterly stunning' fRoots
'Immense yet ultra-supple sophistication, musicianship of the first order...a breath of fresh air' Songlines
'Guitarist with that bravely experimental trio Lau, Kris Drever has all the makings of a solo celebrity' ★★★★ The Guardian
'Kris Drever is a serious talent' Mojo
Halloween Barn Dance
A spooky Halloween Barn Dance featuring live music from Norden Farm favourites Cut a Shine.
Dance your socks off in wigs, hats and costumes while raising the rafters of the 18th century Long Barn.
Zombies, Ghosts and Witches all welcome …
Long Barn
£15
John Lennon Tribute UK
Visualise a young Lennon and you have Gaz Keenan. Add a highly professional backing band and from the start you know this is a live music experience you won't forget.
The Lennon Retrospective is a two hour show that promises to take you on a journey through John Lennon’s popular back catalogue, serving up classic solos and Lennon penned early Beatles classics.
Fronted by Gaz Keenan, the band of professional musicians have played theatres countywide with the show, designed to offer an authentic Lennon experience.
A look alike and sound alike, Gaz featured in the ITV show The Big Audition which he went on to win. His ability to recreate John's soulful vocals alongside passionate guitar and piano work, is clear to see on stage. The show is stitched together with costume changes, uncanny mannerisms and caustic wit.
WHY? 'No-one can top Gaz who looks like Lennon in his early years' The Daily Express
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Kingdom of Madness: Classic Magnum
Members of Magnum’s classic era line-ups reunite to perform classic Magnum songs from the celebrated 1978-94 period.
One of the UK’s finest exponents of melodic rock music. Magnum achieved high album and singles chart positions in both the UK and Europe, gaining a reputation as one of the UK most captivating bands, both musically and visually.
Highlights of the band’s career include regular sold-out tours and appearances at major festivals.
The line up includes:
Mark Stanway (keyboards) (Magnum 1980-2016, Grand Slam)
Micky Barker (drums) (Magnum 1985-95)
Richard Bailey (keyboards, flute) (Magnum 1975-80, Whitesnake)
Mo Birch (vocals, percussion) (Magnum, Go West, UB40)
Courtyard Theatre
£20
Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash - Wishbone Gold
Martin Turner and his band return to the Courtyard Theatre to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the formation of the original Wishbone Ash. The band will perform another classic album in its entirety – 1971's Pilgrimage.
Wishbone Ash was formed by West Country musicians Martin Turner and Steve Upton, in 1969.
Five decades later, the music of the classic line-ups of Wishbone Ash continues to delight audiences worldwide through both live performances and a rich legacy of recorded work that continues to be enjoyed by fans old and new.
Martin Turner continues to perform the band’s best loved works with his current line-up, which features guitarists Danny Willson and Misha Nikolic and drummer Tim Brown.
The Spring 2020 Wishbone Gold tour will see Martin and his band performing 1971’s iconic Pilgrimage album – as well as other favourites from the classic era of Wishbone Ash, including Argus highlights.
WHY? The Wishbone Gold tour will mark the very first time Pilgrimage has been performed in its entirety on stage and this tour is an event that no Wishbone Ash aficionado will want to miss
Courtyard Theatre
£19