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Friday 1 July
Rory Ellis - Blue Walnut Cafe, Chelston, Torquay - £10 door, £9 advance.Supported by Torquay musician Robert Spence. Rory is the quintessential Australian singer/songwriter with buckets of talent, heaps of stories to tell, and impossible to pigeonhole. He's got blues-man in him, soul belter, red-dirt country and home-grown folkie. For more information telephone 01803 394113 or visit website>
Regular events 1st Friday
Saturday 2 July
South Devon Festival - More information>
Music & Song for a summer's evening - Brixham Theatre, New Road, Brixham, TQ5 8LX - 7.30pm - Charity fundraising evening for Wren Music featuring the Folk Orchestra Of Torbay, the Folk Choir of Torbay, singer/songwriter Rosa Rebecka, and award-winning border piper David Faulkner. £6 / £4.50 concs / £3 U16s from Brixham Theatre on Sat mornings, tel: 01803 850899, or from Hairlines, Bolton St, Brixham - website>
SONG - Acorn Folk Club> - Sean Lakeman & Kathryn Roberts - Jim's Choice after seeing them at Cheltenham Festival.  
Sunday 3 July
South Devon Festival - More information>
Regular events 1st Sunday
Monday 4 July
Regular events 1st Monday
DANCE - MADCAPS Club>
DANCE - Honiton Folk Dance Club> - Jane Thomas - Friendly Folk>
Tuesday 5 July
Regular events 1st Tuesday
Wednesday 6 July
Wizz Jones - Blue Walnut Cafe, Chelston, Torquay - Tickets £10 door, £9 advance. Supported by local musician Colin Reece. "There are few artists with more claim to being a 'musician's musician' than Wizz Jones. Inspired by Big Bill Broonzy, Rambling Jack Elliot, Alexis Korner and Ewan MacColl, and learning his guitar licks from the likes of Davy Graham and Long John Baldry. With his unique acoustic guitar style, an eclectic repertoire and a 'right hand worthy of Broonzy' For more information telephone 01803 394113 or visit website>
Regular events 1st Wednesday
SONG - Jurassic Folk Club> - Guest night
Thursday 7 July
Otterton Mill - Johnny Coppin & Mike Silver - Tickets £12.00

A long-awaited return from this wonderful duo. Founder member of folk-rock band Decameron, Johnny is a singer/songwriter, pianist, guitarist, composer and poet – essentially English in character, but with immense universal appeal.    Mike is well known to Mill audiences as a consummate guitarist blessed with a voice like liquid crystal.  A unique songwriter and performer, he has honed his craft over 30 years.  Together, the duo create musical magic and promise audiences an unforgettable evening.

To book, call 01395 568521 or visit the craft shop in the mill building - website>
All concerts take place in the intimate setting of the Mill’s restaurant situated within the historic Mill buildings, and music-goers can enjoy a fabulous meal from 6pm - 7.30pm. Music starts at 8pm. (Note: ticket prices shown cover music only).
Otterton Mill is located between Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth on the River Otter. It features a one thousand-year-old working watermill, award-winning café-restaurant and food shop, gallery and artist studio, artisan bakery, and music venue. Opening hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm daily (plus from 6:00pm on Thursday for Music & Food nights). Tel: 01395 568521.

Regular events 1st Thursday
Friday 8 July
Niall Teague and The Fast Company - Ring O Bells - Chagford Devon
Regular events 2nd Friday
Saturday 9 July
Dartmouth Sea Shanty Festival - Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 July - 11am to 4pm each day. With Flash Jack, Mariners Away, Exmouth Shantymen and Falmouth Shout. A weekend of song, merriment and fun amongst the waves! There will be singing in the Bandstand in the Royal Avenue Gardens, Dartmouth and on our Harbour Cruise trips. The RNLI will be serving tea, coffee and lovely cream teas in the gardens - visit website>.
Charity Ceilidh - Victory Hall, The Green, Broadclyst EX5 3DX - 7-11pm – Charity fundraising evening for Wren Music, with dancing to Rough Music (the East Devon Folk Orchestra), and songs from Roots Exchange - visit - website> - telephone 01837 53754.
Wizz Jones & Jeff Horsey - Calstock Hall - Wizz Jones: veteran British blues guitarist, modern folk singer and occasional banjo player Wizz makes a third visit to Calstock.
Jeff Horsey: plays various amplified guitars, never losing that acoustic feel, along with strong vocals, lashings of harmonica and a mix of self penned and unusual covers he has become a local blues hero and a Calstock favourite. For full details go to website>
DANCE - Willand Folk Dance Club> Willand Village Hall - Joe Hodgson - Jovial Crew - Admission £4.00 8.30 - 11.30 - Bring & share supper Raffle - For more information telephone Mary Marker 01626 854141
Regular events 2nd Saturday
PLAYFORD - Teign Playford Club> - Jean Foster - Gwyn George
SONG - Open night Shammick Acoustic Sessions> with visiting performer Ben Powell - An award winner at last year’s Celtic Connections, Ben is an exceptionally talented guitarist, “a virtuoso of sensitivity and intelligence” whose compositions are inspired by world folk music. His CD promises us some very beautiful music as well as impressive skill.

But more than anything else, our Open Night is essentially an opportunity for anyone and everyone to ‘have a go’ at sharing their music, songs, stories and poems – and anything goes, from traditional to music hall to contemporary to original compositions, and it’s usually a positive cornucopia of delight. And if you don’t fancy ‘exposing’ yourself, you’ll be equally welcome as an audience for those we do! It’s a friendly, informal and fun evening, so we hope you’ll join us.

Sunday 10 July
Dartmouth Sea Shanty Festival - Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 July - 11am to 4pm each day. With Flash Jack, Mariners Away, Exmouth Shantymen and Falmouth Shout. A weekend of song, merriment and fun amongst the waves! There will be singing in the Bandstand in the Royal Avenue Gardens, Dartmouth and on our Harbour Cruise trips. The RNLI will be serving tea, coffee and lovely cream teas in the gardens - visit website>.
Regular events 2nd Sunday
SONG - Folk on the Moor > - Steve Tilston - Steve is a songwriter par excellence, is a fine novelist and a man who delivers his beautifully crafted pieces with effortless style and panache. You should all come and see a true master at work! Book by eMail email
Monday 11 July
Regular events 2nd Monday
DANCE - MADCAPS Club>
DANCE - Honiton Folk Dance Club> - Club callers with Ivor Hyde.
Tuesday 12 July
Barron Brady - Dartington Great Hall - 9pm - A Ways With Words Festival event - Rosalind Brady and Simon Barron - Coming Home - Returning to their west country roots BarronBrady tonight release a recording of their latest songs. They bring their impeccable harmonies and intuitive musicianship to all they sing be it a raw, moving lament from the English tradition or one of their own thought-provoking songs. Expect energy and verve; vocal harmonies combining deliciously with flutes, guitars, dulcimer and harmonium. £9. Box office 01803 867373 website>
Wednesday 13 July
Regular events 2nd Wednesday
DANCE - Gittisham Folk Dance Club> - Nicole and Pete Mac
MUSIC - Bradninch Acoustic Music Club> - The Disens Hall, Bradninch
Thursday 14 July
Affinitée present an evening of French chansons, waltzes and traditional music to celebrate Bastille Day 14 July, doors open 7.30pm. Formerly known as Piaffinitée the act has been a sell out up and down the country over the last eight years but this is their first performance in their home town, Totnes. The slight change of name reflects their intention to expand beyond the repertoire of Edith Piaf whilst retaining a love of French music and dance. An expanded band consists of Basil Bunelik, accordion, Mike Cosgrave guitar, Matt Webb, double bass, and Marc Woodward on mandolin with vocalist Carolyn Saint-Pé.

Tickets £5 from the Barrel House or website>

Otterton Mill - Kacey Cubero Duo - Tickets £10.50

From California, Kacey brings her unique brand of soulful Americana to the Mill for the first time. This award-winning singer/songwriter (winner of Best Country/Folk Song of the Year in the 2009 MAVRICs) has built an international following for her fusion of sultry vocals with bluesy country rock. Compared to Shelby Lynn and Stevie Nicks, Kacey creates utterly infectious music. Playing with Dave Easely on lap/pedal steel guitars and vocals.

To book, call 01395 568521 or visit the craft shop in the mill building - website>
All concerts take place in the intimate setting of the Mill’s restaurant situated within the historic Mill buildings, and music-goers can enjoy a fabulous meal from 6pm - 7.30pm. Music starts at 8pm. (Note: ticket prices shown cover music only).
Otterton Mill is located between Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth on the River Otter. It features a one thousand-year-old working watermill, award-winning café-restaurant and food shop, gallery and artist studio, artisan bakery, and music venue. Opening hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm daily (plus from 6:00pm on Thursday for Music & Food nights). Tel: 01395 568521.

Regular events 2nd Thursday
Friday 15 July
An Evening with Mike Silver - Tamar Valley Centre, Drakewalls, Nr Gunnislake. SE Cornwall -8pm - eMail email or telephone Tamar Valley Centre 01822 835030
Regular events 3rd Friday
Saturday 16 July
TV Smith - The Devonport Guildhall - Plymouth - Tickets £7 in advance by calling the Guildhall on: 01752 395028, or on the door for £9.

A full-length solo set from punk folk legend TV Smith on his first gig in Devon for many years!

Folk Evening - Cross House Inn, Metherell, nr Callington - 8pm - All welcome, bring your instruments and voices. Let's make it another evening to remember. We need audience as well as performers.
Ceilidh - ‘Oggle Band’ >, Landmark Pavilion, Ilfracombe - in aid of the local Chambercombe Manor Restoration Fund. Tickets may be obtained in advance from Tourist Information Office at Landmark Theatre ( 01271 863001) or Chambercombe Manor (01271 862624 or 01271 862202
Sunday 17 July
Trade Winds - Upper Gatehouse, Dartington Hall - 6pm - A Ways With Words Festival event - Free. A seeding ground for poets, singer songwriters and storytellers, new and experienced. We welcome festival goers to add their voices to the mix with short performance pieces. Come early for a slot.
Regular events 3rd Sunday
Monday 18 July
Regular events 3rd Monday
DANCE - MADCAPS Club>
DANCE - Honiton Folk Dance Club> - Ron Rudd - Bridgewater Band
Tuesday 19 July
Regular events 3rd Tuesday
Wednesday 20 July
Del Rey - Bridge Inn, Topsham - 8pm - As steel guitar and ukulele virtuosos go Ms Rey has few - if any - equals. Expect a high octane mix of Blues, Country and low down Boogie that recalls the ghost of Memphis Minnie and days driving an open top Olds down a dusty backcountry road listening to Mono radio. Tickets £8 from Bridge Inn telephone 01392 873862 or 01392 873407.
Regular events 3rd Wednesday
SONG - Jurassic Folk Club> - Singers night
Thursday 21 July
Otterton Mill - Eugene "Hideaway" Bridges - Tickets £11.75

From Louisiana, Eugene is a larger than life character with one of the sweetest, soulful voices around, and a guitar technique likened to BB King.  Eugene inherited a musical pedigree from his father, blues guitarist Hideaway Slim, and his mother’s bloodline to Tina Turner.  Those genes combine to create a gifted performer who delivers soul, blues and gospel in a joyous celebration of American music.  Currently celebrating his double nomination in the 2011 Blues Music  Awards (Soul Blues Album & Soul Blues Artist).

To book, call 01395 568521 or visit the craft shop in the mill building - website>
All concerts take place in the intimate setting of the Mill’s restaurant situated within the historic Mill buildings, and music-goers can enjoy a fabulous meal from 6pm - 7.30pm. Music starts at 8pm. (Note: ticket prices shown cover music only).
Otterton Mill is located between Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth on the River Otter. It features a one thousand-year-old working watermill, award-winning café-restaurant and food shop, gallery and artist studio, artisan bakery, and music venue. Opening hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm daily (plus from 6:00pm on Thursday for Music & Food nights). Tel: 01395 568521.

Regular events 3rd Thursday
Friday 22 July
Unstrung Heroes - B-Bar, Barbican Theatre, Plymouth - Geoff Lakeman & Co. Tickets from 01752 242021 visit website>
Chagstock 5th Anniversary - Whiddon Down - More information>
Regular events 4th Friday
Saturday 23 July
Chagstock 5th Anniversary - Whiddon Down - More information>
Irish Set Dancing Ceili with the Matt Cunningham Ceili Band - St Matthews Church Hall, Summerlands, Exeter EX1 2LW Tickets £10.
One of Ireland's most popular Set Dancing bands are making their fist visit to the South-West, as part of their England tour. For more information, please telephone Mary on 01262 11841 or Bruce on 07770 567639.
Regular events 4th Saturday
SONG - Open night Shammick Acoustic Sessions> - Ben Campbell - Ben was the very first guest artist at Shammick Acoustic, and gave us an evening of top quality singing and guitar playing, interspersed with some hilarious tales. Singing traditional songs from Scotland and his native North East, as well as those of his own making, he had no trouble keeping the audience spellbound. It’s time he returned! With his quiet, yet compelling stage presence, strong guitar playing and earthy voice, he deserves to be much more widely known.

£7.00 (£6.00 paid in advance) ~ and members of Shammick Acoustic get a further reduction, priced at £6.00 (£5.00 paid in advance).

Advance tickets can be bought up to a month before the event at Shammick Acoustic Sessions, at The Pack O’ Cards OR at Pet's Pantry in High Street. Advance tickets for non-members, can also be purchased over the net, by credit card, at website>

Sunday 24 July
Do Something Different...Don't just go walking on Dartmoor - come dancing!

Dance in Devon invites everyone to come Dancing on Dartmoor - Dance in Devon is putting on a special free event up at Haytor, trying to get as many people dancing together as possible, as part of July is Dance Month, one of the Team Devon themed months. This is one of a number of events in the South West marking the Cultural Olympiad open weekend.
There will be live music - we will be joined by Walter Shortage and the Hosepipe Band and traditional dancing - but with a twist! You may be in for a surprise when you see Bellydancers dancing on Dartmoor!

All the family is welcome; so bring a picnic and watch the dancers or better still join in for our mass participation dance.
It's fun and easy to do. You will find us near Haytor between 12 and 2pm.

Dance in Devon is the local agency which likes to take dance activities to unusual outdoor places and make the most of our beautiful countryside.
Director Gillian Dale said "a lot of artists are inspired by the wonderful landscape and dancers are the same, they come to Devon especially to find new inspiration for their dance". This is an opportunity for everyone to take part in a mass participation dance and to see Dartmoor in a whole new light.

For more information visit website> call us on 01392 667050 or just turn up
Haytor Vale - Situated at the lower car park on the main road, the B3387 3 miles west of Bovey Tracey - Dartmoor - TQ13 9JQ

Michael Chapman - Tavistock Wharf - 8pm - Gritty guitar based songs that span folk, ragtime, jazz and blues with a world-weary voice singing words of bitter experience. Box office 01822 611166 website>
The Moulton Brothers - The Bridge Inn Topsham Devon - 8pm finishing at 10-30pm Playing lots of Irish, English, Scottish Folk Music. Guest musicians also attending, double bass by Ian, Guitar and Vocal by Steve and Banjo by Gavin
Chagstock 5th Anniversary - Whiddon Down - More information>
Regular events 4th Sunday
SONG - Folk on the Moor > -Bram Taylor - A real friend and favourite of FOTM; Bram's performances exude charm and wit... and he has a marvellously expressive voice. His material is wisely chosen and accompanied by great guitar and concertina work. Book by eMail email - Last before summer break
Monday 25 July
Dartmoor Arts Project Storytelling Course - Drewsteignton, Dartmoor More information>
Regular events 4th Monday
DANCE - MADCAPS Club>
DANCE - Honiton Folk Dance Club> - Simon Maplesden - Amycrofters Band> Bring and share end of season party -
Tuesday 26 July
Dartmoor Arts Project Storytelling Course - Drewsteignton, Dartmoor More information>
Wednesday 27 July
Dartmoor Arts Project Storytelling Course - Drewsteignton, Dartmoor More information>
Dartmoor Arts Project
Evening of Storytelling with Wilf Merttens and Stephen Park with live music from BBC Folk award winner Jackie Oates, Drewe Arms, Drewsteignton, EX6 6QN - 8pm
£5 on the door, all welcome, no need to book. Visit website>

An evening of performance and storytelling with Wilf Merttens Young Storyteller of the Year 2009, Stephen Park and 2011 Dartmoor Arts Project summer school storytelling course students.
Accompanied by live music from two times BBC Folk Award winner and fiddle-singer Jackie Oates who draws songs and tunes from deep within the English tradition and beyond. Known for her crystal clear vocals, inspiring arrangements and spellbinding performances, A rare opportunity to see Jackie perform at the intimate venue of the Drewe Arms, this event offers a great combination of stories and music that work beautifully together.
Regular events 4th Wednesday
DANCE - Gittisham Folk Dance Club> - Aileen Wills - Jeroka> - Summer party with bottle & raffle.
Thursday 28 July
Otterton Mill - Amy Wadge with Pete Riley - Tickets £11.50

Over the course of seven albums, singer/songwriter Amy has established an outstanding body of work to wide critical acclaim.  “An irresistible, riveting performer” (Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2), her simply amazing voice has a breathtaking range and emotional impact that stops you in your tracks.  She’s written with Marti Pellow and Chris Difford, and opened for Van Morrison, Damien Rice and Jeff Becks, among others.  Singer/songwriter Pete has performed around the world with many major artists, latterly writing and playing with USA platinum recording star Edwin McCain. 

To book, call 01395 568521 or visit the craft shop in the mill building - website>
All concerts take place in the intimate setting of the Mill’s restaurant situated within the historic Mill buildings, and music-goers can enjoy a fabulous meal from 6pm - 7.30pm. Music starts at 8pm. (Note: ticket prices shown cover music only).
Otterton Mill is located between Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth on the River Otter. It features a one thousand-year-old working watermill, award-winning café-restaurant and food shop, gallery and artist studio, artisan bakery, and music venue. Opening hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm daily (plus from 6:00pm on Thursday for Music & Food nights). Tel: 01395 568521.

Regular events 4th Thursday
SONG - Teignmouth Folk Club > - Bram Taylor - Come along and see why Bram, a fine singer, guitarist and concertina player, is the only artist that the club has booked 2 years running.
Friday 29 July
Regular events 5th Friday
Sidmouth Folk Week - More information >
Saturday 30 July
Stone Soup - Storytelling @ Community Wildlife Day (Forder Valley Local Nature Reserve, Plymouth) 12:30-2:30pm Admission FREE
Hazaar > The Drewe Arms, Drewsteignton EX6 6QN - 9.00 pm, Tickets £7.50 - Booking advised but not essential

For information, etc. contact:
Dartmoor Arts - Telephone 01647 281295, eMail email or visit our website>
Hazaar are a raucous orkestra of klezmer mayhem, this gypsy circus of madness will take you across the balkans on a night of merry dance.
Hazaar play unique arrangements fusing elements of funk, dub, rock and jazz into their krazy circus style performances.
Their sets are bursting with character from many genres that combine to create an authentic yet modern, on-the-edge approach to the klezmer traditions.
A band guaranteed to bring laughter, song and dance!

Sidmouth Folk Week - More information >
Sunday 31 July
Sidmouth Folk Week - More information >
July