New Roots 2008 finalists at Rose Crown, St Michael's Street, St Albans Three finalists in April's New Roots event for young musicians, Jennifer Considine, Ben Walas and Terry Emm can be heard at a showcase event at the Rose and Crown, St Michael's Street, St Albans on Sunday July 13, starting at 8pm. Terry Emm is a 20 year old singer songwriter from Luton, who is beginning to make his performs both solo and as a duo with fellow musician Simon Stewart, also from Luton, he is beginning to be heard more widely at clubs and festivals. He is working on a debut album with a producer, Richard Durrant, of Longman Records. Rock N' Reel Magazine said of him. 'Terry Emm is one of those young folk singer-songwriters you see appear creeping on stage at a folk club without uttering a word to the audience and unexpectedly out comes something really beautiful'. Jennifer Considine, also from Luton, is at an earlier stage in her development as a singer songwriter, with her thoughtful songs about contemporary concerns and issues. Ben Walas is a melodeon player and morris dancer from Northamptonshire, with lively traditional dance tunes which will set your feet tapping. There is no charge for admission to the evening, which will include songs and music from other local performers, but a collection will be taken. For further information, ring Alison Macfarlane on 01727 852111
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