Fundraising for Norma Waterson

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,guest
Date: 20 Jun 11 - 04:44 PM

Lovely lass, Norma, but surely not in need of funds!!- let's gget things in proportion here- times are hard for many more than Norma, despite her music!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Kev Boyd
Date: 20 Jun 11 - 04:35 PM

Trevor, there's a 'donate' button on the Musical Traditions website here

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Trevor
Date: 14 Jun 11 - 11:10 AM

We raised a few quid in Hereford last Saturday. Where do I send it?

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST
Date: 29 May 11 - 09:01 AM

CRACKING night with Swarb and Anne Lister on May 21st in Three Cocks, out west of Hay - Swarb's stunning, wonderful music and Anne's songs [- WOW! she holds your heart in her hands with her songs. Book her, club and festival organisers!] The Village Quire added our mite: audience and performers sang 'Happy Birthday' lustily to Martin in the midst of what sounded like a fairly uproarious party via Swarb's speakerphone, and a good time was had by all. What a super way of saying thank you! Cheque for £1050 on its way - hope it will help with the new shower and downstairs loo.
And news that Norma is singing quietly to herself is just amazing.
Hooray!
Thank you, dear friends, one and all.
love
Susie

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 22 May 11 - 07:14 AM

"...I have a sweet hope of glory in my soul..."

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 21 May 11 - 05:11 PM

We'll be there for the Herga fundraiser tomorrow!

Kitty and Derek

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 21 May 11 - 08:02 AM

Tomorrow.... places still available. Come on, don't leave it to the last minute!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: treewind
Date: 20 May 11 - 03:43 AM

Herga's benefit concert for Norma is this coming Sunday (22 May) for anyone in the Herts/NW London area.

With:
* Reg Meuross
* Mary Humphreys & Anahata
* Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
* Winter-Wilson
* George Papavgeris
* Anne Lister

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Trevor
Date: 13 May 11 - 11:07 AM

Just put this in another thread but it bears mention here as well I guess.

Rapsquillion, and The Rhythm Thieves are performing at Royal National College For The Blind on June 4th with the proceeds to be split between the Norma appeal and the college.

P-mail me for details.

Thanks.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Susie
Date: 02 May 11 - 02:43 PM

50 tickets sold so far for the Village Quire's May 21st "One For Norma", with Swarb & Anne Lister and us at the Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School, three Cocks, 10 mins west of Hay-on-Wye.
If you're within striking distance, come!
see www.villagequire.org.uk for details
Thanks!
Susie

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Barb'ry
Date: 02 May 11 - 09:18 AM

Don't forget the fundraiser on Friday at the Crown, Worthington WN1 2XL

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Old Traddie
Date: 19 Apr 11 - 06:21 AM

Well done Four Fools. As ever they always step up and arrange an event to help when needed. Great varied line-up, and we get a chance to have a good listen to each artiste. (Quartz, a great 4 part harmony group; Brian Peters one of the finest anglo concertina players around and also a great singer; plus the one and only Bernard Wrigley. That's something for everyone. I'll be there. Norma and Martin have often been at Four Fools Festivals and club over the years.

Really looking forward to it. And its true the pub has great food and a fine selection of Real Ales (and cider).

Don't miss it if you are in the area. (Crown Hotel, Platt Lane, Wortington, Nr Standish, Wigan).

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Four Fools
Date: 16 Apr 11 - 05:19 AM

Just a reminder that we have a 'Night for Norma' at our club venue on Friday 6 May with Quartz, Brian Peters and Bernard Wrigley. Tickets £10 (which includes a free raffle). Evening starts at 8.15 Venue, The Crown Hotel, Platt Lane, Worthington, Nr Standish, Wigan WN1 2XF. Its going to be a great night, don't miss it. Further details from [e-mail] or Tel Angie and Ken on 01257 263678. Theres even a bit of room for a few camper vans on the car park. (and great food and a selection of Real Ales and even B&B)

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,CSL
Date: 15 Apr 11 - 02:55 PM

One Night for Norma
Wednesday 1 June 8:00 pm
Venue: Hall Two, The Sage GatesheadTickets: A/B/C/D: £15. E: £7.50

Line up confirmed:

MC: Linda Thompson

Artists:
Bella Hardy
Emily Portman
Sandra Kerr
Alistair Anderson
Jez Lowe
Vin Garbutt
Margaret Watchorn
Andy May

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: ClaireBear
Date: 11 Mar 11 - 12:28 PM

Corroboration of the above just posted to Facebook by Artisan:

Artisan is coming out fo retirement (for one night only) to take part in a benefit night for Norma Waterson at the Square Chapel, Halifax on Wed 18 May. Acts also appearing: Steve Tilston, Martin Simpson, Heretique, Demon Barbers, Ryburns. It was arranged too late to get into the Arts Centre brochure, so please pass on the details for us word of mouth. Box office: 01422 349422. Please support the night.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST, Tom Bliss
Date: 09 Mar 11 - 05:55 PM

MAY 18th

Square Chapel, Halifax
Tickets £15 ( £12 concessions)
01 422 349422

Heretique (Loomes / Grainger / Beeke)
Ryburns
Steve Tilston
Gracenotes
Artisan (yes, specially)
Martin Simpson
Kimbers Men
Tom Napper Tom Bliss
Demon Barbers


(Organised by Coe and Loomes)

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Tim Chesterton
Date: 08 Mar 11 - 01:55 AM

I'm off in Canada and a bit far removed, but want to send my good wishes and prayers for Norma and the family.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Mr Red
Date: 07 Mar 11 - 11:46 AM

Norma Waterson Fund raiser Ceilidh

Gloucester June 11th Ceilidh with Pheonix (Rod, Martin Brinsford etc)
St Barnabas Hall details will be on cresby.com dance pages tonight. Ticket sales on door or
via Rod's website

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Clive Pownceby
Date: 07 Mar 11 - 06:58 AM

On a normal Singers Night at Southport's Bothy Folksong Club last evening, raffles, admission money and donations raised £250 which both pleases and touches me. Whilst obviously not a major fund-raising event, it shows the affection in which Norma is held and the enthusiasm for doing something tangible.
Well done to Residents, Floor singers, and audience alike.

Clive
Organiser

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST
Date: 03 Mar 11 - 03:03 PM

details of the bash on May 21st are at
http://www.villagequire.org.uk/index.php#
Most definitely, the more the merrier!
cheers
Susie

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Mr Red
Date: 03 Mar 11 - 01:14 PM

Stroud Ceilidhs are well on the way to organising something in June with Ceilidh Band.

It is Rod's band along with Martin Brinsford (the best ceilidh drummer in the land IMNSHO) and two ex-Grand Union members also regulars at Rod's Prince Albert session (Mondays but check on alt format - Stroud).

The venue is not confirmed yet but there doesn't seem to be a problem.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Sian H
Date: 02 Mar 11 - 04:25 PM

We will be collecting for Norma at our next Rattling Good Singaround on 17th March down here in Hastings. All our regulars are great admirers of Norma.
Sian (Rattlebag)

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Eliza c
Date: 01 Mar 11 - 11:13 AM

Hi all
   Refresh. Imagined village at c# tonight, please come if you can and send a friend if you can't. Thanks all for good wishes, it really gets through and is very much appreciated.
Xe

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Desert Dancer
Date: 21 Feb 11 - 10:40 AM

A reminder that a calendar of events is building on this page at the Musical Traditions site.

Up first, March 1, is "Magpie's Nest presents The Imagined Village" at Cecil Sharp House. See EFDSS site for details (including that it's "standing room only").

~ Becky in Tucson

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: growler
Date: 20 Feb 11 - 05:26 PM

If anyone wants to join us at Sweeps. on the Mayday Weekend at the Good Intent, in Rochester, they will be more than welcome. John Barden and I, and everybody else will be raising funds for the cause

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: growler
Date: 20 Feb 11 - 05:21 PM

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 20 Feb 11 - 08:30 AM

Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer added to the lineup.
The webpage is up, you can book directly from it:
NW London Benefit Concert for Norma

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 18 Feb 11 - 12:17 PM

...while Andf stand for "And of"

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 18 Feb 11 - 12:16 PM

Andf of course, "beofre" is knotted-finger "before"

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 18 Feb 11 - 12:15 PM

Beofre trading standards "do" me - the tickets for the Herga/NW London benefit concert above are £12, not £10 as I hastily typed

But still good value! You'd pay at least £6 to see any one of the 6 main acts on it, for two 45 minute sets. For £12 you get six star acts for 3 and a half hours! It's a steal!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST, Tom Bliss
Date: 18 Feb 11 - 08:02 AM

That's odd - mudcat seems to have taken over my computer...

I was just going to say that we're still working on dates, venues and availabilities in Yorkshire. Seems to be taking longer than usual but we'll get there

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: billybob
Date: 18 Feb 11 - 07:20 AM

We would be happy to organise an event in either NE Essex or possible in Suffolk .

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 01:45 PM

Fantastic update from Doc - and of course, 22 May is in my diary!

Kitty

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: My guru always said
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 01:15 PM

Fantastic line-up George, well done!!! I've popped it in my diary, it's a must-do!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 12:30 PM

I can now confirm that the NW London Benefit Concert for Norma (more of a mini-festival really) organised with the support of Herga at their venue will be:

on Sunday 22nd May 2011, from 7pm till 10:30-ish (doors open at 6)
at Pinner Green Social Club, Rickmansworth Road, Pinner Middlesex HA5 3TJ
with the following performers:

Reg Meuross / Craig-Morgan-Robson / Mary Humphreys & Anahata
Jim Causley / Winter-Wilson       / Anne Lister

and yours truly in the role of MC and general fool and bagman.

Minimum donation by way of entry fee: £10 (but expect arms to be twisted, pockets wrung and general mishandling and abuse).

Should be a cracking day

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: theleveller
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 12:05 PM

No, I'm serious, Paul. Hearing that song for the first time in a tiny folk club in Hornsea in (I think) 1965, by these four people from just down the road was what really kindled my passion for English folk music. It used to be part of my repertoire for years.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Banjiman
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 11:57 AM

Don't diss 3 Score & 10..... I've just put together a lovely banjo arrangement (IMHO) of it!

I'll let you know what;s happening once I've heard back from Mr Bearman.

Thanks for the offer of help.

Paul

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: theleveller
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 11:30 AM

Have to check dates, but I'd be happy to get involved, Paul - The Watersons were very friendly and encouraging when I first got into folk music and I have fond memories of Sundays at The Blue Bell.

Now....can I remember the words to Three Score and Ten after 45 years ;-)

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Banjiman
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 10:46 AM

OK, I'll organise something in North Yorks if at all possible....... we've got Martin Carthy on at Kirkby Fleetham Village Hall on April 8th I hope he can still make it.

I'll check with his agent, if he is unlikely to make it we'll use that date for a fund raiser and put Martin on later.

If he can still make it we'll find another date for the fundraiser......any offers of help from performers, organisers or atendees out there would be great.

email me at [e-mail] it you want to get involved.

Thanks

Paul

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Ralphie
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 09:54 AM

Christine...Thank you. Great to see that Norma and Martin are appreciated around the world. (Not that I'm that surprised!)
Keep the good thoughts coming!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Ted
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 09:48 AM

Added information and link to www.thedubliners.org
Please keep posting information on fundraising and concerts for the fans abroad. I hope to be in London on May 14th!

Every good wish to Norma and Martin!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Christine in Canada
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 09:32 AM

Thank you so much to Ralphie for posting Doc Rowe's encouraging message. All of us in the Toronto folk community send our love and encouragement. We were gutted when we heard the news of Norma's illness so this message is very uplifting!

Glasses are raised and our hearts are full. Please keep the good news coming.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Ralphie
Date: 15 Feb 11 - 06:12 PM

This from Doc Rowe, via Facebook. Good news indeed!

We are particularly happy this evening as we had the joy of seeing Norma this afternoon and are delighted to be able to pass on positive news

We picked Martin up at home this morning, clearly more relaxed from being at home , yet understandably exhausted from the past three and half months stress and anxiety.

We were delighted to find Norma her lovely self – soon 'debating' things medical, domestic and traditional although she visibly tired quickly.

She is clearly frustrated from being bed bound for so long and unable to attend to herself. However, we laughed and chatted and laughed, we looked at photographs of her, Martin, the family, the grandchildren, Father Christmas and old times … finally, she watched some of the Waterson River of Song concert that I'd filmed at the Albert Hall in 2007. It was great seeing the undivided attention and obvious enjoyment that this brought despite weariness setting in.

There was a moment's anxiety to hear that there was thought of moving her to Scarborough Hospital. Although Scarborough would be closer to Robin Hoods Bay, it is also acknowledged that Middlesbrough James Cook Hospital is one if the finest when it comes to physiotherapy and this is what Norma now needs! Martin did speak with a doctor and it seems that, since Norma was happy to be in that particular hospital then it could remain so. In fact, soon after, three nurses came in to interrupt the Waterson's concert we were watching, to give Norma 'a twirl around the room' so to speak. We three went off for a cuppa and then spent a little while longer talking with Norma about when she finally comes home and what meals she'd be looking forward to! We left - feeling relieved, overjoyed and assured that our Norma was on her way back to us.

We can't pour enough superlatives on Martin - the lad truly is a hero! Perhaps a rare thing these days, his obvious love and devotion shines through and we are so full of admiration. This is, of course, only equalled by the strength and determination of Norma to fully recover and get back on her feet – albeit literally.

Raise a glass …or two!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 15 Feb 11 - 05:58 PM

Ralphie - thanks for that good news!

George Papavgeris is getting a concert together for 22 May at Herga's homebase in the Pinner Social Club... ie after the main London QEH event (and Martin's 70th).

Kitty

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Mr Red
Date: 15 Feb 11 - 06:30 AM

Following contact from Rod & Danny we are working on things here in Stroud. I can't say much (early days and I don't organise) except to say that the publicity will be in the red dept.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Ralphie
Date: 15 Feb 11 - 03:50 AM

Just read a message from eliza to say that Norma has taken a few steps...Early days, but great news.

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: growler
Date: 14 Feb 11 - 05:06 PM

We have one hell of a time, at The Sweeps Festival, here in The Good Intent, Rochester, Kent. We will be fundraising for Norma on the May Weekend

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: GUEST,Neville Grundy
Date: 14 Feb 11 - 09:23 AM

We'll be organising something fairly soon (probably 6th March) at the Bothy Folk Club in Southport. Details when finalised on the Bothy website or my blog (rednev-rearm.blogspot.com).

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Cestrienne
Date: 10 Feb 11 - 06:43 PM

Trevor from Rapsquillion, please contact the Village Quire through the website www.villagequire.org.uk - there is someone else in Hereford who wants to do something. Perhaps you can get together?
Over!

Subject: RE: Fundraising for Norma Waterson
From: Cestrienne
Date: 10 Feb 11 - 06:37 PM

Benefit concert confirmed;
the Village Quire present special guests Anne Lister, Gina Le Faux, Dave Swarbrick
May 21st, 7.30pm,
Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, 10 mins west of Hay-on-Wye right on the border between Herefordshire & Powys.
www.villagequire.org.uk site will have further details as soon as the are confirmed, and the webmaster can get them on.

All profits to fund. Any queries, ask here to start with.
entry £10 minimum; will be a big raffle as well.