Following their performance at the Vera Lynn Charity Ball in London, this
show boasts multi-instrumentalists and singers led by Chris Smith with
special guest, Simone, from the latter days of the Ivy Benson Orchestra.
A feel good show with songs from the Stars of Swing, Benny Goodman,
Glenn Miller, Sinatra to Jools Holland style jazz & blues.

A reunion of the groundbreaking duo. For more than 40 years Martin Carthy has
been one of folk music#s greatest innovators, and Dave Swarbrick#s contribution
to folk-rock music through Fairport Convention is legendary.
#The super-duo are back . . . # The Guardian
#It#s like they were a couple of twenty somethings again. To hear Swarb bowing
with such soul and tenderness . . . Is an unconditional joy.# Roots
Part of the Folk Icons Season

Starring The Merseys & Billie Davies
Celebrate the spectacular 60s with The Merseys, Billie Davis and Sounds Force
5 from TV, Radio and Pirate Radio. Featuring many classic 60s hits. including
Tell Him, I Want You To Be My Baby, I Think of You and Wishin# & Hopin#.

Although a band in their own right - playing rock, blues and Americana, The
Hamsters are also regarded as the UK's leading interpreters of Jimi Hendrix's
music. Tonight, they'll be performing a show of his songs to commemorate
his passing in September 1970 and will 'support' themselves by first playing
a set of their own brand of music.

The annual competition has reached its 21st Birthday and this year brass,
piano, string and woodwind musicians and vocalists compete for a slice of a
?8,800 prize fund.

Guitarist Bob Brozman's wit, energy, and musical technique combine to
create an unforgettable and powerful live performance. A master of slide,
fingerstyle, and percussive guitar, Bob's exhilarating show spans the global
and musical spectrum, and keeps audiences enthralled, and wanting more of
his endearing, infectious energy

One of the world's most magical vocalists and founder member of Steeleye
Span, Maddy sings traditional English songs that have inspired her and
generations of singers before her. Maddy will be accompanied by two of the
most respected folk musicians working today, Benji Kirkpatrick and Giles
Lewin from the acclaimed English folk collective Bellowhead.
#An absolutely fabulous album# Mike Harding BBC Radio 2
Part of the Folk Icons season

Thomas Leeb's blur of busy hands and fingers has to be seen to be believed!
With his slaps, pops and beats, his repertoire of self-penned numbers,
traditional tunes and occasional covers, owes as much to percussive
techniques as traditional fingerstyle guitar. Along the way he has picked up a
number of influential fans such as the late Eric Roche who was his guitar
teacher, 'for about five minutes and then I heard him play' and Guthrie Govan
who thinks that 'what Thomas does on an acoustic guitar probably shouldn't
be legal.'

A terrific new production features Rock 'n' Roll favourites from Jerry Lee
Lewis to The Monkees, Some Motown magic with hits from The Four Tops,
The Jackson 5, and Diana Ross, a glimpse into the 70s with The Carpenters,
Showaddywaddy and Abba and # just in case there#s any cowboys out there
# a visit to Oklahoma and those Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.

From the seminal 1950s Sun label recordings through to the lavish 1970s
Vegas shows, Paul Lillie and his orchestra recreate all the hits and some of
the lesser heard gems from the King's career. Paul's extensive repertoire, his
attention to musical detail and thoughtful choice of material has established
him as one of the most popular Elvis acts around today.

Described by Billy Connolly as Britain's best singer/songwriter, Ralph's
astute observation and wry take on life shine through his songs and
anecdotes. His rich baritone voice and his virtuosity on guitar promise a very
special evening.
'A big man with a big heart and a big, big talent.' Willy Russell
'McTell hits the spot by telling your personal story: yours and everyone's.'
The Guardian