Aberdeen Folk Club

*Themed Open Mic* Hey Folkies! This Weds Feb 12th we will be having a themed night of songs of Love, loss, lust and longing-or just songs that you love. Join us for this night where you can play two songs on any of the themes-get your thinking cap on now and we look forward to hearing what you prepare! *Free Admission* 8pm for 8:30 start. This week we will be in the upstairs lounge. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

Hey Folkies! This Weds 5th Feb we have a Songs & Music Session. Come along with a song, tune or poem of your choice or you are welcome to listen and enjoy a fine beverage. Don't be shy-if you have ever wanted to play or sing then now's the time, in an informal setting.*Free Admission* 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

What a fabulous night at the Lampie. Dave Moir was on top form and it was great to hear Donna Kincaid and his daughter Christy singing with him. If you haven’t got one yet buy his album Restless Pilgrim. Thanks to all for supporting his night and to the open mikers.

Anthony Quine and Committee member Gaye- has a session this Sunday-it's nae that far to travel and a lovely way to spend an afternoon.

Hey Folkies! This Weds 29th Jan we have DAVE MOIR AND FRIENDS AND OPEN MIC SESSION. Dave presents his recent CD Restless Pilgrim, a tribute covering the life and music of Bert Jansch.. Spaces for the Open Mic will be limited so please come along early to get on the list 8pm for 8:30 start. Admission Free. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

Hey Folkies! We are coming up to the 3rd session of the year already-this Weds 22nd Jan we have a Songs & Music Session. Come along with a song, tune or poem of your choice or you are welcome to listen and enjoy a fine beverage. Don't be shy-if you have ever wanted to play or sing then now's the time, in an informal setting. 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

Hey Folkies! This week Weds 15th Jan we have an Open Mic-come along and play or sing a couple of tunes/songs on stage, or if you like to listen that's fine also. 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

Friend of Aberdeen Folk Club Christine Kydd plays Celtic Connections to continue her promotion of album 'Shift & Change'. She’s accompanied here by Andy Shanks, Innes Watson, Gillian Frame, Fraser Speirs and Angus Lyon. We really enjoyed her concert when she played for us last year. Feb 1st 2020 Drygate Brewery, Glasgow. https://www.celticconnections.com/…/chr istine-kydds-shift-c…

Hey Folkies! We hope you had a wonderful festive season and are ready for 2020. We are back with a songs & music session this Weds 8th Jan 2020. Come along with a song, tune or poem, or if you like to listen that's fine also. 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

In Glasgow from 7th Jan 2020 through to 6th March? This may interest you. This small display highlights items from the library of Frank Kidson (1855-1926), a recognised authority on early English music, particularly folk song, who was particularly interested in tracing the pedigree of traditional tunes.

A couple of pics taken at last night's festive session. The master of the pipa. How we will miss Wenqiu Chen who is continuing her travels. 'Haste ye back!'

Well Folkies- that was our last session of 2019 and what a great one it was with a mix of old faces & new, some festive songs and some not but all good the same. We would like to thank everyone who has played & sang for us this year at sessions, open mics and extended spots-and to those of you who come along to listen. We could not do any of it with out you all giving your support. Have a Merry Christmas & a very Happy New Year!
We are back with a songs & music session 8th Ja...n 2020. 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.
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Hey Folkies! Our last session of 2019 is this Weds 18th Dec, Seasonal music & songs session. Come along with your festive & winter themed songs, tunes or poems. Free event with nibbles, Xmas pies & snacks-all welcome. 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye! The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen.

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Photos of Fearghal McCartan performance-Many thanks from Aberdeen Folk Club!

Hey Folkies! Last night's extended spots by Fearghal McCartan were excellent with a good turn out ( pics to follow), and a variety of performers for the open mic spots. Fearghals harp playing is outstanding and we would like to thank him for playing for us all-if you didn't get to see him make sure you do soon-Fearghal also performs this Saturday 14/12, at 12pm in St Andrews church on King Street, and at 3pm in Kings College chapel at the university. Next week we have our last session for 2019 along with a bit of a party-come along with a festive or winter song, tune or poem-Free & all welcome. 8pm for 8:30 start. The Blue lamp, Aberdeen. Singers, Musicians, Listeners-Come a' ye!