hi all you may have noticed we sneaked off early it was the effects of the lurgy I am afraid.
But
I thought Mr Blanks did a really good job of filling in for Terry and Gwenda with a wonderful set of songs done in his own inimitable style
and the song about the lads from Fulstow was all I had hoped.
It is good to see the old war horse getting back in his stride and bringing a certain air of quality to the procedings.
Next came Helian Keys.
I am as you probably predjudiced as I have had the pleasure of actualy playing occasionaly with these two characters.
I thought their set was a realy good one with the usual mix of self penned and thoughtful covers.
I know Helen thinks she needs a PA when she sings but I happen to know she has a beautiful voice and she should let it go more often.
As always piano but not overpowering and never in conflict for attention with Ians smooth tones.
Well done guys.
Stitherum were the last of the music we managed to stay for and I thought their set was the best from them so far,but then I always think that.
The choice of materiel,and the delivery are so well done that you feel drawn into a sort of intimacy,as if you were all sat in a small cozy pub with gales and snow outside,but who care because you are in the warm with freinds.
I am also envious of Mr Sooz and his "just enough" guitar playing.
He makes it look so easy I hate him.
We had a wonderful time and......
Managed to sneak out with a box of chocs and without paying.....
Sorry V was an honest oversight that we will rectify at the earliest possible moment.
Thanks to all for making us feel welcome and for the offer of accomodation for the festival .
That was completely unexpected and a very nice gesture.
We may not be the biggest folk club around but the quality of the music and the warmth of the welcome are second to none.
I was very much looking forward to seeing Terry and Gwenda and we both hope Terry is back on form soon.
SO to bed with hot Jamesons and recording of Helian keys LOL
leaving someone else to tell us what a great second half we missed.