Auckland New Zealand
Is it a performance? is it a jam? Is it a singaround? Is it a session? It will be folk. In all its glory. Precisely which folk genres will show up depends on who shows up, so come along with your voice, instrument, etc for a full on participatory folk event.
English traddies may show up to celebrate the death of Napoleon in 1821, or classical music buffs to celebrate the opening of Carnegie Hall. But probably not.
An evening of our kind of music in the heart of Titirangi Village.
For more than 25 years Mark and Brenda have been playing music together, part of that secret army of ‘indie’ musicians who fly just below the commercial radar, playing grass-roots, mostly un-plugged music throughout New Zealand, Australia and the UK. Songs, poetry and humour are ways to talk about "life, the universe, and everything". They are also well-known in the acoustic music scene as solo performers.
Mark’s background in blues/rock gives his performances a distinctive edge, blistering, brilliant acoustic guitar licks, while voice-mimicking lead guitar sounds note for note, nuance for nuance, in a masterful display of technique and taste; but he also writes insightful ‘slice of life’ songs, which can touch audiences deeply.
Brenda has been greatly influenced by English and American acoustic music, and found her niche as a songwriter during her passionate involvement with environmental and anti-nuclear activism in Australia, during the 70’s and 80’s. These days her songs look at everything from menopause and motherhood, to mental illness and memories. Her recent album Box of Memories was a finalist in the 2013 Best Folk Album Tui Award.
Together or separately Mark & Brenda have recorded or contributed to around 30 albums, written hundreds of songs and instrumentals (some of which have been covered by other artists or used in movie soundtracks), with a range of styles including blues, reggae, acoustic rock, ambient, folk ballads and alt. country. Instruments include guitars, mandolin, ukulele, rowan lute and vocals, “…weaving a tapestry of sound and feeling that is both entertaining and moving”. Mark has published 3 collections of poetry, so their concerts are often peppered with poems and stories.
Floorsingers first half.
A couple of YouTube clips from M & B:
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Come help our club retain the trophies for these 2 ancient and esteemed sporting competitions.
Apart from the tiddlywinks and phutball tournaments, lots of other pub games are available, like darts, dominoes, cards. A scrumptious supper will be served. It's a great social evening that's lots of fun.
Come and support your club and have a great time doing it!
What is Folk Music? – You'll be amazed at what is covered by the heading Folk Music: from traditional finger in the ear to modern acoustic, soft lilting ballads to modern Folk Rock, the field is huge and there is a little bit in there for everyone.
We're a totally informal, small friendly group of people who like to sing and play music. If you do not sing or play and would like to then here you'll find encouragement. There is never any pressure and you may wish to visit a few times to get confidence or you may already be confident, it does not matter, no one will criticize, only support.
Last Update: 2017-02-14
The Club was conceived in 1965 when the Clancy Brothers didn't come and someone had the astounding idea of having a sing-a-round thus transforming an audience into a folk group. Formally established in 1966 we're still going strong.