Friday, 15 February 2008

The Eastgate - w/c 21 February 2008

FRI 22nd
Tom McConville, Claire Mann & Aaron Jones
Trad Music
7.30pm
Virtuoso fiddler and vocalist Tom McConville, All-Ireland Champion Claire Mann (Flute, Fiddle, Whistles and Vocals) and 'Scots Trad Music Awards Instrumentalist of the Year 2005' Aaron Jones (Bouzouki, Guitar and Vocals) met between the thriving traditional music scenes in Newcastle and Edinburgh. Over several years as friends and musical acquaintances they have developed a unique and exciting musical relationship, performing a mixture of traditional and original Scottish, Irish and English music and song and enthralling audiences wherever they have performed.
"There is so much power, personality, passion and drive - a packed house was screaming for more!"
"...This is what the music's all about. Spirited performances from everyone involved and an obvious joy at working together for that ultimate goal. Pure magic!"

Sat 23rd Feb
Jamie's Be A Star Night
Studio Open Mic Format
Music
7:30pm
Jamie Boyd-Russell invites friends, musicians and appreciators from far and wide to come along and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment. Many of you will know Jami from his ultra-successful Open Mic nights at the Craigiebeild in Penicuik. Well now he's moved down here and starting it all once more... get in at the beginning of the latest musical happening in Peebles!
To book your slot contact Jamie on 01721 720051

SAT 1st 7.30pm
Wolftrain & Blue To The Bone
Alabama bluesman Little Jimmy Reed calls Wolftrain his “kick ass band”, and they've played with internationally acclaimed blues legends including Otis Grand. Blue to the Bone play traditional blues from city to delta, electric leaning towards acoustic.

MON 25th - FRI 29th
Amnesty International
Exhibition
Studio
Admission Free