I had a lovely week of playing various gigs. This Saturday, December 2, I am looking forward to playing in a brewery!
Maverick Brewing Company based in Kingsley near Alton and Bordon have weekly live music each Saturday from 5pm to 7pm and it’s free entry.
It takes place in their cosy “tap room” with beer, other drinks and food on hand. Why not come on down and you’ll be supporting a local, independent business.
A reminder that today (Thursday) it’s Lunchtime Jazz at the Farnham Maltings. A West Coast Jazz feel with guest saxophonist Steve Grainger joining the house band. Concert starts at 1pm. Tickets are £8 on the door.
This Saturday, December 2, The Shed, Bordon continue to celebrate free live music each week from 7.30pm. This week the band is Draft.
There is also a great selection of food and drink available from Tap at The Shed, 350 Burger, Hermanos Mexican, Siamoishi, Dylan’s Ice Cream and more.
On Monday, December 4 it is the bluegrass jam at The Keep, Guildford. Starts 8pm. Free entry.
Rushmoor Male Voice Choir have their Christmas Concert at Farnham Maltings on Friday, December 8. The programme will range from male voice classics to show tunes and popular songs with a number of Christmas songs thrown in.
Guests are the St Lawrence Chobham Handbell Ringers who will add a festive touch. This year they have chosen to support Farnham Assist, a charity that has for over 20 years offered support to older people in Farnham who live alone or are carers who may become isolated from friends and neighbours. Tickets from Farnham Maltings.
Pete Cole has been in touch with details of his next ‘Blag Promotions’ charity fundraiser on Friday, December 8. It’s at Farnborough Football Club and is in aid of Shine Cancer Support. It’s a Christmas party with Take On Me who are an 80s tribute band. Also a DJ set from Brad Agincourt and compered by Andy Clark. Tickets are £6 in advance from We Got Tickets or £7 on the door. www.blagpromotions.co.uk
Meanwhile the Vivaldi Singers tea concert is on December 9 at 3pm at the Methodist Church, Farnham. It will be a mix of traditional carols, not so traditional carols, some popular songs and plenty of cake! The raffle will be in aid of Step by Step; a local charity that helps vulnerable youngsters and helps prevent homelessness in our area. Tickets are £5 on the door.
Also on December 9 the Bullseye band (playing 50s to 70s music) will be at Alton Royal British Legion – bring your dancing shoes! Nominal entry fee for non members.
To also let you know I have a new single Dreaming Again with a bonus ‘B side’ of a song called Dance recorded live out this Friday, December 1. Follow Vic Cracknell at Spotify and you will get all my music. Also available on all the other streaming platforms.
Brian Player continues his Folk, Roots and Acoustic music show each Tuesday evening at 8pm on Wey Valley radio based in Alton. Wey Valley radio is on 101.1FM or online at www.weyvalley.uk
Gig Guide (free entry and 8pm unless stated):
Today (Thursday)
Vic’s Open Mic at The Plough, Farnham
Open Mic at The Good Intent, Petersfield
Tomorrow (Friday)
Congakeyz at The Plough, Farnham
Chris Simmons at Login Lounge, Camberley
Saturday, December 2
Charlie & The Groove at Login Lounge, Camberley
Sunday, December 3
Jazz Brunch at Login Lounge, Camberley (1pm)
Monday, December 4
Bluegrass Jam at The Keep, Guildford
Tuesday, December 5
unplugthewood at the Lion Brewery, Ash
Julie’s Open Mic at Village Inn, Sandhurst
Wednesday, December 6
Jam Night at The Plough, Farnham
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