Fairport Convention has been entertaining music lovers for over half a century. During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes. But one thing has remained the same - Fairport's passion for performance. The band skilfully interprets traditional ballads and the repertoire also includes plenty of contemporary compositions.

A Double Headline Special. (£15 Cash on the door) WHITE SAIL - www.whitesailband.com A Top Trio "White Sail are rooted in the music of the people and the music of the land. There is a heart driven energy in the way they share their music and songs. I had the pleasure of touring with them two years in succession. We made a lot of music together venturing in to the unknown" Liam Maonlaí ~ Hothouse Flowers "(Spring)....absolutely beautiful, wonderful...when I heard this song it just floored me, it was stunning and a tonic to the soul, just what was needed..." Jericho Keys ~ Radio York ~ BBC Introducing "The combined talents of Jane Stockdale, Chris Bartram and Sarah Dean are truly incredible, this is music that is good for the heart and the soul, a tonic we all need these days - wonderful stuff!" Alan Hewitt ~ The Musician's Corner "I had the pleasure of organising a couple of tours with Hothouse Flowers front man Liam Maonlaí. He more or less insisted that White Sail be his support and backing band. Says it all really!" Jonti Willis ~ Broadcaster & Promoter HOLLY TAYMAR Presents the songs of EVA CASSIDY Measured and beautiful Tom Robinson, BBC 6Music Holly Taymar is a passionate singer-songwriter and session writer-performer hailing from York, UK. With a deep love for ambient indie music, Holly crafts heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate deeply with her audience. A seasoned professional, over the years she has honed her craft, performing at numerous venues and collaborating with talented musicians across various genres (including as part of her duo The Bronze, with husband Chris Bilton currently on hiatus while they collaborate on raising their daughter, Ripley). As a session writer-performer, she brings a unique and emotive touch to each track, enhancing the musical vision of countless projects with her ear for captivating melodies and harmonic arrangements. Holly's songwriting is profoundly influenced by personal experiences and a desire to connect on a meaningful level. Her work has garnered radio airplay on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6Music, further amplifying her reach and impact. Holly's music is her way of storytelling, aiming to create songs that leave a lasting impression on all who listen. Whether performing live, recording in the studio, or writing evocative lyrics, Holly Taymar continues to make her mark on the music

£16 Adv - £20 On Door - Discount for Group of 4 ... £55 YOUR SONG a Celebration of the Songs of Elton John Performed by John Reilly and Lewis Nitikman 'Your Song', performed by singer-songwriter John Reilly (of Boy on a Dolphin and Acoustic Angels) and pianist and composer Lewis Nitikman, has been wowing audiences throughout the country, it's 100% live music, it's NOT a tribute, so no dressing up, no miming and no backing tracks. Just two consummate professionals celebrating amazing, timeless songs, performed from the heart with passion and musical excellence. Your Song has recently performed at the Epstein Theatre Liverpool, Alexander's Chester, Acapela Studios, Cardiff, Kirkgate Arts Centre Cockermouth, The Goods Shed, Tetbury, Chapel Arts Centre Bath, Pizza Express The Pheasantry Chelsea and most recently at Alnwick Playhouse and Masham Town Hall, all ending with standing ovations as the guys celebrate these fabulous songs in their own unique style. A brilliant night of outstanding musicianship. The sound that Your Song create is amazing. The audience were mesmerised. Paul James, Programme Director Acapela Studio. It was a WOW of a show. A '5' star performance - the beautiful voice of John Reilly plus the wonderful keyboards / piano of Lewis Nitikman. Warren Walters. Pizza Express, The Pheasantry, Kings Road Chelsea Here is a promo video of Your Song performing at the Peak Cavern (aka Devil's Arse) to an audience of 600 and in full, their version of Elton John's Dont Let the Sun Go Down On Me. Filmed at Yellow Arch Studios with no audience as part of a lockdown film, here is the much requested 'Tiny Dancer'

£14 online ticket price £15 on the door The Jon Strong Band The band has toured consistently for the past 30 years throughout the UK, Europe and the US, achieving much critical acclaim as one of the tightest three bands on the scene, instigating comments like Bob Harris, Radio 1 Brilliant as always Johnny Walker, Radio 1 live session I dont believe you were playing live Tom Robinson reviewing Honest Soldier album If this album came out with the name Peter Gabriel on the cover it would be hailed as a major artistic renaissance for a world class songwriter. If this came out with an unknown band name and a picture of distrait-looking youths on the sleeve, itd probably win the Mercury Prize. Jayfan Magazine Folk/rock at its very best. Winchester Arts Centre Kill to get tickets Fibbers York Mind-blowing acoustic guitar work with one of the tightest rhythm sections around Oxford Curfew Highly evocative slabs of industrial folk-rock Tower Arts Centre, Winchester The return of one of the best bands in the UK. Top quality music played with total conviction. Jon, as a solo performer, has toured with: Ry Cooder, Van Morrison, Talk Talk, Clannad, Danny Thompson, Rainbow, and John Martyn. He has appeared at major festivals including: Cambridge Folk Festival, Pink Pop Holland, Cropredy, San Bernardino, and Trowbridge.

£18 advanced tickets £20 on the door available. See discount for 4 people. https://www.deborahbonham.com Deborah Bonham, over the course of an impressive career, has established herself as one of the finest Blues, Rock and Soul singers that the UK has produced. A string of critically acclaimed original albums, collaborations with Foreigner, Nazareth, Robert Plant, Paul Rodgers, Ann Peebles and captivating standing ovation concert performances from London's Palladium and Royal Albert Hall to the Amphitheatres of the USA Stars Align Tour with Paul Rodgers, Jeff Beck and Ann Wilson of Heart, have consistently garnered glowing reviews.

£18 in advance. £20 on the door available. https://thebreathmusic.com Ríoghnach Connolly and Stuart McCallum are the creative heart of The Breath. And for them, it's all about the song. Connolly writes the only way she knows how; a stream of poetic consciousness giving rise to honest, personal, heartfelt songs as likely to touch on childhood summers and first love as cultural dislocation, post-colonial injustices and grief. But it's her deeply soulful, utterly engaging, stop-you-in-your-tracks voice whether delicate and hushed or powerful and gutsy coupled with Stuart's understated brilliance and their exquisitely crafted songs, that give The Breath such emotional depth. Land Of My Other, the third album by The Breath, is a place of memories and melodies, lyricism and lore. A place of sunlight, faerie-tales and rowan trees; of grief, incarceration and thunder in darkness. A place where ancestral trauma and colonial injustice meet blazing pride, romantic self-rule and hands held in a circle in the sea. Released on Real World Records, October 2023

Babalola JR a Tribute to Lionel Richie as Young Lionel. Babalola's singing career started over a decade ago and since then he has never looked back. Career highlights include The Manchester Soul Festival and the London O2 arena. He has featured with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and was the winner in the Young Talent of the Year competition held at the Printworks Entertainment Complex in Manchester.