Where does the time go? After a couple of Tree Fellah “barn dances in October, I will be back at the Allendale Cafe on Friday 4th December and then it will be Drax Music Night in Bere Regis on Tuesday 8th December. As the nights become autumnal and then wintry, that will take me nicely up to the end of 2026.
On 18th July, as per poster below, I am very much looking forward to being in Bridport Town Hall. It will be fun, and hopefully raise some funds for Bridport Folk Festival. There will be a bar and a raffle. Later in the month, on 31st July, I will be back at the Allendale cafe in Wimborne. “An Audience with Polly and Paul”, will next be in Bere Regis on 15th December.
An event is being planned for Thursday 28th May 20026. This will be a fund raiser for Wessex Folk Festival (Weymouth). It will be held in https://www.weymouthdramaclub.com/hire-the-hall/. It will feature Polly Morris (https://pollymorris.co.uk/) and Paul J Openshaw. Watch this space and social media for further details. On Friday, 17th April, I will be back at the Allendale cafe in Wimborne.
What a wonderful joyous occasion this particular event at Salway Ash, turned out to be. It raised £1400 in aid of Living Tree Cancer Support Group (https://www.thelivingtree.org.uk/). Next on my horizon will be a return to the Allendale Cafe in Wimborne on Friday 13th February. On 20th February, it will be Bere Regis for a Barnes Night in aid of the Scout Group. On Friday 27th February, I will be playing with the “Natives” at Hope Church in Weymouth in aid of Folk Festival. Other than that, the best endeavour will be to support local “sing-a-rounds” whenever possible.
On Friday 5th June, I will be back at the Allendale Cafe. These days, it would seem to be advisable to make a reservation with the cafe. If you are thinking of going call 01202 887247.
On 1st November, Tree Fellahs played at Hope Church in Weymouth. Band was Mike McDaid (piano accordion), Ben Wain (fiddle), me (guitar) and Teresa Williams (caller). It is sad to think that Hope Church will soon be closing. I wonder what the future will hold for such a building.
It is always a pleasure to perform at the Allendale Cafe in Wimborne.
It is Wednesday 15th October….On Friday of last week, the Tree Fellahs played for a ceilidh at Owermoigne Village Hall. It was a joyous night, because the villagers were just so keen to have a good time. Dancing seemed to fit the bill. Clare expressed concern, because it looks as if she is about to fall off her chair? We even managed a couple of songs.
Saturday 4th October….There is nothing quite like live performance, in front of a listening audience. The challenge is to use original material. I avoid the words singer/songwriter. It conjures up an image of relentless and unhealthy self indulgence. With a bit of effort, life has got so much more to offer. It is never too late. Thank you Kathy Dunn (again) for your kind words, and for the photograph below from Friday 3rd October at Fordingbridge Folk Club.
It is 1st October 2025 and last night, I ended up at the Drax Arms in Bere Regis playing a 45 minute set at the Bere Regis Music Night. This was with Benny Wain, as per photograph and video (courtesy of Kathy Dunn https://wimborne-acoustic.co.uk/). It was very last minute following a cancellation. We were totally unrehearsed, but it seemed to work.
“We are a small concert based folk club and normally meet on the last Tuesday of the Month (but please check our events for changes) at 8pm in The Stable Bar, The Drax Arms, Bere Regis. An opportunity to listen to talented musicians in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. Each month we will feature different musicians. More info available at www.bereregisfolk.com Most of our events have FREE entrance”. Quote from Pip Evans (organiser).
Tuesday 30th September 2025…..I struggle with self promotion. I do not find it easy. It occurred to me the other day, that it may be useful to have some business cards printed. I am regularly asked where my songs can be found. The answer has been Vista-print. For the sum of less than £20, one hundred cards will be arriving tomorrow. Why has it taken me so long? Live and learn.
September 2025….I have a couple of projects in the pipeline. One of these will be the recording, which is mentioned below. The other thing, which has been on my mind recently is to sort out stuff to put out on YouTube. When my man cave is in place, I can set up a facility, which should make this stuff easier to manage. If others can do it, then so can I.
August 2025…..I am no judge of a song. For me, it is audience reaction that ultimately determines whether a song is a keeper or not. Only when it becomes a keeper, can I let go. Until that point in time, the lyrics go round and round in my head. It can be relentless. There is no better feeling than when things finally come together. Having said that, the process does not always take a long time, and more often than not, less is more.