Saturday 1st December 5.00pm
Dave Ward
and Malcolm Horton
Enjoy an impressive double bill featuring two of Exmouth's most
popular musicians. Singer/ songwriter Malcolm Horton will perform some of his
own inspirational songs, including a few new ones. No one performs anthemic
rock songs quite as well as singer/guitarist Dave Ward. You'll find yourself
tapping your feet and joining in when he performs some favourites from the 80s,
90s and 00s
Sunday 2nd December 5.00pm
Fire Exit
An afternoon of traditional jazz in the company of talented jazz stalwarts Martin Nichols, Bob King, Charlie Hernshaw, Paul Barnham who
will be performing a selection of beautiful, chilled jazz standards.
Thursday 6th December 8.30pm
Bicton Folk
Session
Enjoy an evening of lively, foot-tapping music when local
musicians get together for an open acoustic session featuring accordions,
violins, guitars, banjos, mandolins, pipes, bodhrans etc. Anyone can come and
join in, lead a tune or just enjoy listening to the amazing sound created by
the performers. The session usually includes lots of jigs, reels, polkas, airs
and shanties, but anything can happen!
Saturday 8th December 5.00pm
The Piano
Man
If you'd like to hear some real traditional pub piano playing,
then don't miss today's session. Known as the Piano Man, Trevor Woodison is a
wizard on the keys and can play virtually anything from classical to boogie
woogie, rock and roll to music hall, parlour songs to present day pop. Trevor
who has been playing piano for over 30 years is also an accomplished classical
composer
Saturday 8th December 9.00pm
Los No Boss
The brilliant Los No Boss are a
popular duo throughout the South West and well known for their highly humorous
original songs, many about the West Country and the people who live here. In
addition to their humour, the duo who write all their own songs, create a great
sound and cover a plethora of musical genres.
Sunday 9th December 5.00pm
Bicton Street
Blues
Not to be missed if you want to hear some authentic rock and blues
just as it sounded in the 50s and 60s. Bicton Street Blues features talented
Exmouth bluesmen Dave Gwilliam and Olly Davy. Dave originally fronted popular
bands including Laughing Gravy and the Fourbeats. Talented
multi-instrumentalist Olly has played in a variety of well known folk and blues
bands including the Junkyard Angels.
Sunday 9th December 8.30pm
Exmouth
Irish Session
Enjoy an evening of lively and evocative music from the Emerald
Isle in this Sunday night session featuring singers and musicians from all over
Devon. If you sing or play, come and join in. All abilities are welcome. It’s a
great night to meet up with people with Irish roots too.
Thursday 13th December 8.30pm
Open Mic
Night
An evening of music from anyone who would like to come along and
perform in this relaxed atmosphere. The monthly event has so far included a
wide range of musical genres and given exposure to some very talented
musicians, poets and singers. If you have a musical talent, you don’t have to
book a place, just come along and play.
Saturday15th December 5.00pm
Guy
Somerfield
Popular troubadour Guy Somerfield performs his unique renditions
of covers and original songs featuring strident vocal, vibrant 12 string guitar
and harmonica. Guy will be playing a mix of folk, rock and pop ballads together
with some of his own brilliant songs.
Sunday 16th December 5.00pm
Nigel
Challis
Nigel is a highly accomplished guitarist and a master of
country/folk finger style. He has performed at numerous festivals and venues
throughout the South West to rapturous applause. Today Nigel will be performing
a selection of popular songs including
country, folk, and blues
classics.
Thursday 20th December 8.30pm
Becky’s
Folk & Indie Christmas Open Night
An open session featuring acoustic music performed by anyone who
would like to come along to sing or play. Hosted by Exmouth’s favourite
balladeer Becky Brooks, anyone can join in the fun, perform solo or as part of
the group. All abilities welcome
Saturday 22nd December 5.00pm
Reefs of
Moonshine
A sparkling afternoon of chilled music in the company of acoustic
duo Reefs of Moonshine. Lisa’s angelic voice is beautifully complemented by
Nick’s intricate guitar playing to create a very polished sound. The duo will
perform their own arrangements of popular melodic songs....drawn from the worlds
of folk, country and soul as well as some brilliant originals.
Sunday 23rd December 3.00pm
A Christmas
Celebration
During the day from 3.00pm
Outside in and around the
Festive Gazebo
Festive fun and activities
for Children
Live Music
Festive Food
5.00pm - 6.00pm Children’s Carol
Singing. (Festive fancy dress optional.)
During the evening 8.30pm
Traditional Carol Singing
Mummers play
Brass band
Hand Bell Ringers
Mince pies with clotted
cream
More information to follow.
Tuesday 25th
December
Christmas Day
The Bicton Inn will be open
from 11.00am until 2.30pm today
Wednesday 26th December 5.00pm. BOXING DAY
Home for
Christmas - Jas Walker and Friends
Talented Exmouth singer, musician and songwriter Jas Walker now
lives in France but he’s back for Christmas and just had to do a show at his
favourite pub. With new original songs along with older favourites Jas and
friends will enchant you with this special festive performance.
Thursday 27th December 8.30pm
Bicton
Christmas Folk Night
Exmouth Shanty Man Derek Brooks invites you to join him for a
Christmassy traditional folk night, when a varied selection of singers,
musicians and poets perform individually and as a group. If you sing or play
why not come along and join in the session? Otherwise enjoy listening to a
selection of varied and lively traditional acoustic music.
Friday 28th December 8.00pm
Laurie Ward
Singer/songwriter Laurie is a talented artist who has been writing
and performing music since he was 7 years old. He has performed at the
Glastonbury Festival with his band Barefoot Bandit and featured on various
radio stations, including Radio 1. Laurie will be performing of mix of music
from reggae to folk, raunchy rock to gentle ballads and of course some of his
own brilliant songs.
Monday 31st December 10.00pm
New Year’s
Eve with Martin Weller
Who better to bring in the New Year on a high note? This
charismatic performer together with musical friends will carry you gently into
2019, when they create a party atmosphere with music that everyone loves.
