A celebration of music, heritage

and community, in the outstanding beauty

of the Northumberland coast

Free entry and superb performances from...

My Darling Clementine Watchers Rod Clements

Lilliput The Toy Hearts Rob Heron & the Tea Pad Orchestra

Dan Walsh Ramon Goose The Fireflies The Cornshed Sisters The Coopers

Jonny Kearney & Lucy Farrell

Plus: art, drama, kids’ activities, break -dancing, skate park, stalls and more.

www.seahousesfestival.org

SEAHOUSESSEAHOUSES FESTIVALFESTIVAL

20122012 23rd & 24th of June

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IntroductionIntroduction

Thank you to our sponsors and supportersThank you to our sponsors and supporters

Welcome to the 2012 Seahouses Festival On behalf of the festival committee it is my pleasure to welcome you to our event and hope you enjoy a great weekend. We have a full programme of superb music, plus activities and entertainment for all ages. Festival events are free of charge but we would be very grateful if you would contribute a small donation.

We have carefully put together a varied selection of outstanding music for your enjoyment. Many of the musicians are based in Northumberland but you will also hear an interesting mix of international sounds. There is a good representation of Americana in the programme this year and we have terrific performers

covering a wide range of styles, from danceable pop and indie folk, through to 1930s’ swing jazz.

Our theme for this year is ‘heroes’ and some of the weekend’s activities will be exploring famously heroic episodes, such as the Grace Darling story, as well as uncovering some unsung heroes. You can also

contribute to the theme by nominating your own personal hero(ine) and adding them to the festival’s ‘Wall Of Heroes’ at the Sports & Community Centre, where you will also find children’s activities, including a skate park, break-dancing, arts and crafts and other surprises.

Have a great time and if you are able to pop something in to a donation bucket it will help ensure that we are able to organise next year’s festival which will be on June 22nd and 23rd 2013!

Graeme Cooper Festival Organiser Contact: 01665 721868

seahousesorg Seahouses Development Trust graeme.cooper@seahouses.org

Staging this free festival would be impossible without a great deal of support and sponsorship:

The festival is brought to you by Seahouses Development Trust. This year’s main festival sponsor is Tait Farrier Graham.

We are very grateful to The Co-operative Community Fund and Hadrian Trust for their kind donations.

We would also like to thank the numerous local residents who have given their time and consistently contributed to the ongoing success of the festival.

Very special thanks to:

Eric Stanwix and staff at The Bunker, Rev. Pauline Fellows and Seahouses Methodist Church, Pat Adamson and Seahouses Middle School, Margaret Ayden and Seahouses First School, Diane Lakey and Ellingham

First School, Jeff and Jill Sutheran, Pat Scott, Bob Cresswell, Sarah Riseborough, Catherine Cookson Trust, Joan Turnbull , Seahouses ex-Servicemen’s Club, Seahouses Fire Station, RNLI, Sure Start, Dawn Payton, the Seahouses Development Trust team, Karen Leadbitter, The Seahouses Youth Project team, The Donna Kimberley School of Highland Dancing and everyone performing and participating during the weekend.

Indoor Stage at the Methodist ChurchIndoor Stage at the Methodist Church

Seahouses Girls’ Brigade 30th Anniversary Celebrations

Performing Men Methodist Church, Sat 23rd, 1pm

John Homer (guitar, vocals), George Milburn (guitar, mandolin, vocals), Steve Gilbert (bass) and Derek Heather (percussion). A newly-formed 4-piece, who write and present songs rooted in North East musical tradition. They employ a range of styles

from contemporary traditional folk, through skinny blues to coaly jazz, mixing guitar, bass, percussion, mandolin, flute, keyboards and vocals to achieve an eclectic result.

‘Amazing Grace’ - a talk about a play by Ed Waugh and Trevor Wood Methodist Church, Sat 23rd, 2pm

“Lighthouse... Camera... Action...when Hollywood came to Northumberland it was bound to cause a storm. Grace Armstrong sets out to make a film about her idol Grace Darling but things don’t turn out quite how she expects.”

From the pens of Ed Waugh and Trevor Wood, Tyneside-based writers of the hit plays, Dirty Dusting, Waiting For Gateaux, Alf Ramsey Knew My Grandfather and Maggie’s End, comes ‘Amazing Grace’, a funny, heartfelt play that pays tribute to the

Northumberland heroine who in 1838, with her lighthouse keeper father William, rescued 9 survivors from the wreck of the SS Forfarshire.

The writers of ‘Amazing Grace’ will be talking about why and how they wrote it, the support they have had, and hopefully some of the actors will

be there to do readings from the script.

Steve Price—Magician Methodist Church, Sat 23rd, 7pm tickets £3 to £5 Comedy, Magic and Mayhem! Steve Price is one of the UK's busiest and most established comedy magicians. He enjoys a reputation as an original performer of great experience.

This event is part of the Seahouses Girls’ Brigade 30th Anniversary celebrations which continue with a special re-dedication service in the Methodist Chapel on Sunday 24th at 10.45am.

Saturday 23rd June The Cornshed Sisters Methodist Church, Sat 23rd, 12.15pm

Less alike than these four peas you have never seen in the same pod. Their distinctive yet sympathetic voices range far and wide, recalling the emotive

tangles of The Band as often as the choral elegance of The Roches, yet sung and arranged in their own distinctly English manner. Guitar pop, folk tales, protest songs, country music, piano ballads and gospel must have all gone into the same soup from which these women supped.

Friday 22nd June Catch-A-Fishie (documentary film, 50 mins) Methodist Church, Fri 22nd, 7pm

Adrin Neatrour’s film accompanies the trawling skippers of the northeast coast as they pursue the fish and the fishing community tells its own experiences in its own words. The drama of the hunt is also captured in song by the Eyemouth Fisherman’s Choir, who be-come a story in their own right; we hear how their old songs are lost and heard no more. We will also screen artist Sarah Riseborough’s short film that developed out of her recent residency at St. Abbs.

Outdoor Music Stage - Saturday

Saturday 23rd JuneSaturday 23rd June

The Coopers www.thecoopersmusic.net Outdoor Stage 12.15pm Happy folk sung by happy folk, with a twist of pop thrown in for good measure. New band The Coopers have

already been making significant headway. They were the winners of the 2011 Futuresound competition and have showcased their work live, as

feature artists on BBC Introducing. Their debut EP, set for release mid 2012, promises to be an authentic reflection of their live performances - full of energy, unexpected arrangements and a healthy dose of good ol’ fashioned gumption!

“A cracking little break into the sunnier side of the musical world... uplifting tunes, impeccably polished performance and infectious melodies” “a pleasure to witness” - Leeds Music Scene

Ramon Goose www.ramongoose.com Outdoor Stage 1pm

Ramon is a blues rock guitarist and singer, known for his mastery of the slide

guitar, his work with The West African Blues Project and the hip hop blues band NuBlues. As a solo artist he tours extensively and has released several albums.

The Toy Hearts www.thetoyhearts.com Outdoor Stage 2pm

The Toy Hearts play country, bluegrass and western swing music with

the kind of style, passion and absolute commitment that has made them one of the country’s finest live bands. Led by three members of the Johnson family, The Toy Hearts are completely immersed in the magical music of the American south. Their most recent CD, record in Nashville,

is a triumph but doesn’t really prepare you for the full-on experience of a Toy Hearts show. Brilliant musicianship and stunning stagecraft.

“One of my favourite bands” - Imelda May

“It's a really lovely album [Femme Fatale], I like it very much. It's unusual to

think that really great bluegrass music would come out of the Midlands from this country, but it's true” - Bob Harris

Craft Fair and Festival Market Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm.

The popular festival market will be located at the Seafield Park Site, next to the Crazy Golf, adjacent to the outdoor stage.

Seafield Park - Saturday

Saturday 23rd June

Outdoor Music StageOutdoor Music Stage

Jonny Kearney & Lucy Farrell Outdoor Stage 3pm

Delicate, haunting and heartbreaking are just a few of the words that

have been used to describe Jonny and Lucy’s music. Their EP, entitled ‘The North Farm Sessions’, received 4 stars from The Guardian and Q and sold heavily on tour supports with The Unthanks and Bellowhead.

“Such a beautiful record” Lauren Laverne (6 Music)

“Delicate, thoughtful and intimate” ****The Guardian

www.jonnyandlucy.com

Lilliput www.lilliputband.com Outdoor Stage 4.45pm

Lilliput’s musical roots lie in traditional folk and blues music, although their influences extend to a variety of genres including contemporary

pop, jazz and rock. Lilliput’s primary focus is on creating the same richly layered soundscapes pioneered by Dylan, Nick Drake and Steely Dan. The almost cinematic quality of their songs is derived from their affinity to Fleet Foxes’ vivid palette of colourful storytelling imagery and

painstakingly well-honed musicianship.

Lilliput are dedicated to crafting thoughtful, emotive alternative folk

music with their blend of delicate finger-picked guitars, pristine, soaring harmonies and rousing percussion.

Watchers www.thewatchers.co.uk Outdoor Stage 5.40pm Watchers are steadily emerging as one of the most promising musical prospects from the northeast of England. Of late they have been busy

recording with producer Danton Supple (Morrissey, U2, Patti Smith, Doves) in preparation for their forthcoming debut release in the summer of 2012. Playing live, Watchers know there is nothing like the thrill and exhilaration that come from watching someone or something giving their

absolute all in performing, and they aim to deliver.

Rob Heron and The Tea Pad Orchestra www.teapadorchestra.co.uk Outdoor Stage 3.45pm

Formed in Newcastle, The Tea Pad Orchestra play an eclectic, original

musical brew of 1930’s swing, gypsy jazz, hokum blues, cajun, and country, all with similar themes of debauchery, dandyism, disasters and drink. With a set that comprises of original songs and speakeasy favourites, they are sure to make your feet tap and your booty shake.

“Out of the growing UK scene of bands with early American music influences, I'd say The Tea Pad Orchestra are most likely to be the gem.

I mean to say that they have one of the more original sounds budding. There is good songwriting with dynamic and unique instrumentation.” - Pokey LaFarge

Dan Walsh Outdoor Stage, Sunday 24th, 1.25pm www.danwalshbanjo.co.uk

Dan Walsh is an outstanding banjoist, guitarist, and singer—an eclectic and exciting musician with

a unique style, taking in folk, funk, bluegrass, jazz, rock and even Arabic. Touted as the finest young banjo player in the UK, he is a unique performer who simply loves his music.

“Incredibly gifted - if anyone has the opportunity to see him they must” - Janice Long, BBC Radio 2

Rod Clements Outdoor Stage 4pm www.rodclements.com

Lindisfarne founder-member and writer of "Meet Me On The Corner", Rod Clements is one of the most widely respected figures in British folk roots, both as an artist in his own right and through his associations with such seminal figures as Bert Jansch, Thea Gilmore, Ralph McTell and Pentangle. Rod's set is a mixture of Lindisfarne classics, material from his recent acclaimed solo album 'Odd Man Out', and songs from the folk/blues canon which originally

inspired him - all performed with wit, panache, heartfelt vocals and spine-tingling slide guitar.

My Darling Clementine Outdoor Stage 4.50pm www.mydarlingclementinemusic.co.uk

My Darling Clementine are a combination of some of the finest musicians in the UK, a brand new classic country songbook and two

stunning voices. Their acclaimed debut album, "How Do You Plead? " has been hailed as “the Best British Country Record ever” and had fans and critics alike reaching for the superlatives.

My Darling Clementine joins the talents of real life husband and wife team Michael Weston King and Lou Dalgleish. Together they have crafted an album of pure, honest, country duets, that evoke and honour the great duos of the past... the likes of Johnny Cash & June

Carter and, of course, George Jones & Tammy Wynette.

"Lou has the most stunning voice. I LOVE it" Graham Norton (BBC R2)

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Sunday 24th June

The Fireflies Outdoor Stage 3.10pm

The Fireflies are a buzzing, glowing collection of musicians sent from sonic space to tickle your ear drums. Fusing jazz with a little Latin inspired happiness, the fireflies are a mischievous bunch who take your favourite tunes and turn them into something to make you beam and laugh - you might even catch a few original tunes in there too, if they don't fly away too soon!

First performance (artist still to be confirmed) Outdoor Stage, Sunday 24th, 12.15pm

Jeff & Jill Sutheran Outdoor Stage, Sun 24th, 12.45pm The distinctive character of Northumberland’s

rugged, historic and deeply spiritual landscape made a profound impression on Jeff and Jill, who relocated here many years ago. They will be singing their own songs as well as favourites from all sorts of different sources.

Seahouses Middle School Band Outdoor Stage, Sunday 24th, 2pm

Malcolm Bennett & Avril Huntly Outdoor Stage 2.40pm Avril Huntly and Malcolm Bennett have

been entertaining audiences in the North East for many years. Singing a wide range of songs, from the traditions

of Northumberland, Scotland and Ireland, to American country music. Much of their repertoire is taken from the work of songwriters such as Martyn Wyndham-Read, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Kate Rusby, and Graeme Miles.

Family activities at the Sports & Community CentreFamily activities at the Sports & Community Centre

‘Heroes’ mask & hat making—family arts activities Seahouses Youth Project and visiting artists from ‘Headway Arts’ are holding arts workshops at the Sports & Community Centre on Saturday 23rd, from 11am to 5pm. Have fun creating your own artworks and masks based around the festival theme. Free of charge. All ages welcome.

Bad Taste Cru Seahouses Sports & Community Centre, Saturday 23rd, 1pm (time tbc)

Breakdancing performance with group routines and solo freestyles,

followed by a 45min workshop which is open to all. Bad Taste Cru are a pioneering Hip Hop Theatre company, battle cru, and collective of teachers, Djs, MCs, graff writers, skaters and other artists. BTC have grown to be-come one of the UK’s top Bboy cru's, most cutting edge Hip Hop theatre companies, and run some of the most attended and respected Bboy events on the UK scene.

Skate Park Seahouses Sports & Community Centre, Sat. 23rd and Sun. 24th, 10am to 5pm

Mobile Skate Park for boards, in-line skates, BMX etc. On Saturday there will also be a pro skater

group on the park who will be on hand to demonstrate tricks and moves.

In addition to the activities above, there will be a performance by the Tribal Fusion Dancers (Saturday afternoon). Also the Seahouses Festival ’Wall Of Heroes’ will be on display inside the Sports & Community Centre - you are invited to come

along and add your own personal hero(ine) to the wall. The Seahouses Youth Project Junk Band will be there and the Sure Start Bus which has under 5s activities and information and support for parents and carers. There will be other surprises and more Fun & Games. Refreshments available.

Venue information: Outdoor Music Stage Seafield Road, in front of ‘The Bunker’,

next to the Crazy Golf.

Food and Craft Market. Seafield Road, in front of ‘The Bunker’,

next to the Crazy Golf.

The Methodist Church Indoor Stage is at 39 Main Street, next to the Co-op.

Seahouses Sport & Community Centre Stone Close. Skate park and children’s

activities.

Seahouses Ex-Servicemen’s Club. 126 Main Street. Music will be moved

here if outdoor stage is cancelled due to adverse weather.

Getting here Car: Take the A1. Roughly 1 hour from Newcastle, 1.5 hrs from Edinburgh. Turn-off to Seahouses is the B1340. Bus: 501,505 services from Arriva (www.arrivabus.co.uk). 401,411 services from Travelsure (www.travelsure.co.uk).

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