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18th Novembrrrr... 2004

A cold, blustery night, and not much warmer in the Bothal Suite! Those who braved the weather had a grand night's entertainment - the 2nd Spotlight evening of 2004. Those who stayed at home missed out!

This month's Spotlight performer was

Alan Bailey plays solo and joined Ann to provide harmony duets - you can also catch them both at the Bluestone Folk Club most Sundays.

It was another fine mix of music ranging from traditional to contemporary, a cappella to blues guitar and double bass, with classical guitar and self-penned material too.

 1
 In a break from tradition, jiva actually got to sing. Eric Gildea bravely battled with the PA system as Jimmy and Val started the night with 2 self-penned songs, 'Dream On' and 'The Windmills Of Blyth'.

Rumour has it that jiva may do a Spotlight appearance in the new year - we'll keep you posted.
2
Ray Derrick raised the volume with 'Little Pot Stove' and an unaccompanied rendition of 'The Trimdon Mining Disaster'.

'No one sleeps while I'm on' he quipped.
3
It's been over 4 months since Eric Gildea last played at Ashington - but his quirky choice of songs made the wait worthwhile as we laughed through 'Achey Breakey Song' and '3 Wheels On My Wagon'.
4 Spotlight
It's not often one gets to hear an extended spot featuring Northumbrian pipes - we are very fortunate to have Ann Sessoms as a club regular. The first pipe tune was 'Robin's Waltz' by Sue Morgan, followed by a varied 3-tune set of 'Dusty Miller', 'Rusty Gulley' and 'Punchanello's Hornpipe' (also known as 'Three Rusty Swords'). Ann finished her first solo stint with 'Forster Charlton And His Cat' by Johnny Handle and a Forster Charlton tune called 'The North Star' (apparently named after a very rough pub).

Alan Bailey joined Ann for a 3-tune set of 'Swindon' by Archie Dagg, 'Maisie Maloney's Jig' and 'New York Hornpipe'. Duetting Northumbrian pipes produces a wonderful sound as melodies and harmonies weave in and out.

Ann then played another Sue Morgan tune, 'Owen' with 'Graeme's March' and 'Kirk Brae', both by D Patrick. Next was the lovely 'Swan Song' followed by 2 Forster Charlton tunes, 'Gateshead Stadium' and 'Harry's Rant'. She then played Robin Dunn's 'The Plum Tree' before finishing the first half in fine style with 'The Spirit Of The Border', 'Five o' Clock In The Morning' and 'The Green Cockade'.
6
Alex began the second half entertainment with gentle classical guitar pieces 'La Paloma', Antonio Vivaldi's Guitar Concerto in D (2nd movement) and favourite 'La Grima'.
7
Next up was Ben Yeowart who played 2 of his own compositions 'Best Friends' and 'Killing Me'.
8
John Campbell. gave us two fine examples of his great blues singing and excellent slide playing on his resonator guitar. The first was 'Death Letter' by Son House, and the second was a Muddy Waters song in John Renbourne style - neat!
9
Finishing the night, we had some smashing bluegrass from Jimmy & Carol who sang 'Katie Daley', 'My Lovely Rose Of Claire', 'Across The Great Divide' and 'When The Roses Bloom In Dixieland I'll Be Coming Home To You'.
9 acts, 26 songs and tune sets. Another good night - lots of music, and a chance to get together in an environment less cramped than the Folk Bar.

Don't forget...

Singers, Musicians & Poets on the 1st Thursday of every month, and more of the same but with extended Spotlight sets on the 3rd Thursday. Be sure to come along and experience the Ashington Folk Club magick... and bring your friends.

Many thanks to our featured performer,
floor spots and audience.
Ashington Spotlight
continues in style.
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