Martin at Leith Folk Club writes: "We've presented something like forty gigs this year so we've decided to have a short break on 15th and 22nd September.
To make up for it, we're putting on an extra gig on Monday 19th October - we're presenting this extra show because our friends at Sixshooter Records in Toronto offered us the chance to book Melissa McLelland and Amelia Curran, two musicians we have been trying to book for a very very long time - an opportunity not to be missed!"
All gigs are at The Village Pub
Tuesday 29 September -Wayne Taylor and Appaloosa
The
genuine article, these guys are one of the best bluegrass bands in the
business. Wayne spent 20 years touring the world with US Navy bands,
performing for presidents and heads of state across the globe. Now he's
coming to Leith with Appaloosa, a band of elite bluegrass musicians
whose skill and sheer joy in the music will ensure that this a very
special evening.
http://www.waynetaylorandappaloosa.com
Tues 6 October - Ken Campbell's Ideal Band
The
re-formed Ideal Band bringing together three of Scotland's most
respected and experienced musicians, The new line up creates a unique
blend of Ken Campbell's essentially Scottish songs together with the
very best of musicianship: Ken Campbell - Vocals/Guitar/Spanish Lute;
Seylan Baxter - Cello/Electric Cello/Vocals; Gavin Paterson -
Keyboard/Guitar/Vocal
http://www.kencampbellscotland.co.uk/
Tues 13 October - Kent Duchaine
With
his beloved Leadbessie, a seventy year old National resonator guitar,
Kent is keeping alive the blues of the Mississippi Delta in his own
ferociously powerful style.
Monday 19 October - Melissa McLelland and Amelia Curran
Fantastic
double bill featuring two singing-songwriting wonders from our good
friends at Toronto's Sixshooter Records. We first saw Melissa a couple
of years ago and were blown away by her power and charm. Amelia's
carefully crafted songs reflect the mystery of her native Newfoundland
and brim with skillful writing.
http://www.melissamclelland.com/ http://www.ameliacurran.com/
Tuesday 20 October - Naomi Sommers
With
roots in bluegrass, the blues, jazz, traditional folk, and old-time
country, singer/songwriter Naomi Sommers is emerging as an exciting
voice on the New England music scene. Delivering her insightful songs
with a pure clear voice and a deft touch on the guitar, she is a
pleasure to behold.
Doors open 7.30 for an 8pm start
The Village, South Fort Street Edinburgh, EH6 4DN
Reservations via www.leithfolkclub.org or call/text 07502 024852
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