Walthamstow Folk

News - Sad news about Des

We are very sorry to report that our friend and club blogger Alan "Des " Desborough has died following a short illness. We'll miss you, mate.

News - Bryan Bower replaced by Simon Prager

We regret to announce that due to work-permit problems Bryan Bowers will be unable to visit the club as scheduled. In his place we are delighted to welcome the wonderful blues guitar of Simon Prager.

Inspired by legendary blues and gospel guitarist, Rev. Gary Davis, Simon has been involved in the British blues scene since the 60s. With his playing partner of twelve years, Steve Rye (harmonica), he first came to prominence on an album recorded and released in 1968, Blues Like Showers of Rain. The successful triumvirate of Simon, Steve and pianist Bob Hall performed throughout the 70s as the All Star Medicine Show. When Steves health declined, he was replaced by Kevin Stenson.

Simon also played occasionally with the late JoAnn Kelly and accompanied Sonny Terry when half of that legendary duo, Brownie McGhee, became ill. Since the 80s, Simon has performed solo and with actress and singer Masha Vlassova initially as part of the Mobile Moaners.

http://www.simonprager.com

News - Ashley Hutchings and the Rainbow Chasers

On Friday 4th April we are proud to present legendary Fairport Convention founder Ashley Hutchings and his Rainbow Chasers.

You can now buy advance tickets for this Standing Room Only event online. Just go to http://www.walthamstowfolk.co.uk/ and follow the link from the front page.

News - Walthamstow Folk Listings 30th March 2008 to 1st August 2008

Walthamstow Folk Listings 30th March 2008 to 1st August 2008

30th March 2008 - Chris Wood

Friday 4th April 2008 - Standing Room Only:< BR>Ashley Hutchings & the Rainbow Chasers

6th April 2008 - The Life and times of Paul Robeson
13th April 2008 - Sara Grey, Kieron Means & Ben Paley
20th April 2008 - Bryan Bowers
27th April 2008 - Pete Stanley

4th May 2008 - Dana & Susan Robinson
11th May 2008 - Tim Van Eyken
18th May 2008 - Jeff Warner
25th May 2008 - Closed

1st June 2008 - Barron Brady
8th June 2008 - Anne Lister
15th June 2008 - Dan Quinn & Will Duke
22th June 2008 - Robb Johnson
29th June 2008 - Futureproof II: Elphin and HillBilly & the Bonfire

Summer Specials:
Friday 11th July 2008 - Danielle Saxon Reeves & Douglas Back
Tuesday 22th July 2008 - Christine Ledoux
Friday 1st August 2008 - Jim Page

News - Martin Carthy - Sunday 3rd February 2008

Martin Carthy - Sunday 3rd February 2008

We are getting loads of interest about Martins visit to see us on Sunday 3rd February. Don't forget we don't do tickets in advance so make sure you arrive early if you want to be sure you get in!

News - Walthamstow Folk Listings 3rd February 2008 to 25th May 2008

Walthamstow Folk Listings 3rd February 2008 to 25th May 2008

3rd February 2008 - Martin Carthy
10th February 2008 - Crucible
17th February 2008 - Linde Nijland sings the songs of Sandy Denny
24th February 2008 - Isla St Clair

2nd March 2008 - Gren Bartley & Tom Kitching
9th March 2008 - Craig, Morgan & Robson
16th March 2008 - Brian Peters
Saturday 22th March 2008 - Easter Special Standing Room Only: Morning Bride
23rd March 2008 - Closed
30th March 2008 - Chris Wood

Friday 4th April 2008 - Standing Room Only: Ashley Hutchings & the Rainbow Chasers
6th April 2008 - Joe Stead presents The Life and times of Paul Robeson
13th April 2008 - Sara Grey, Kieron Means & Ben Pailey
20th April 2008 - Bryan Bowers
27th April 2008 - Pete Stanley

4th May 2008 - Dana & Susan Robinson
11th May 2008 - Tim Van Eyken
18th May 2008 - Jeff Davis
25th May 2008 - Closed