International Guitar Festival of Great Britain - November 2015

Featuring NILS LOFGREN GARY MURPHY TONY REMY MARTIN TAYLOR & ULF WAKENIUS RICKY ROSS THE BLOCKHEADS THE IMPOSSIBLE GENTLEMEN RICK VITO ROY WOOD Box Office

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WELCOME to the 27th International Guitar Festival of Great Britain.

This year we are proud to bring you some of the finest guitarists currently playing and bands that feature the guitar as an integral part of their music. Once again, the festival sets out to show the breadth and range of the guitar as music has moved into the 21st Century.

The festival has always attempted to place the musicians in intimate settings where the audience feels connected with the artists. The main house and Blue Lounge at the Floral Pavilion as well

as The Queens Royal Hotel are perfect for this synergy.

WHERE IT ALL BEGAN

The month of November, unlike summer festival months, offered little competition and also allowed better access to guitarists who might otherwise have been busy.

In November 1989, the first ‘Wirral International Guitar Festival’ ran for 7 days, presented 18 concerts and events, and was a resounding success. In 1991 the name was changed to the International Guitar Festival of Great Britain.

In 1988, Wirral Council’s newly appointed Arts Officer, Rob Smith, was looking to create a different kind of ‘community festival’ for Wirral. At the reopening of the recently refurbished Birkenhead Priory, he met musician Brendan McCormack, who suggested a guitar festival which celebrated the guitar in all of its styles and musical genres. Their aim was to bring top class national and international players to Wirral performing the widest range of styles and repertoire, whilst also providing a platform for local talent.

OUR MEDIA PARTNERS

Classical music, Jazz, Folk, Blues, Rock’n’Roll and Rock are all here throughout November setting Wirral alight with great music.

Now, under the directorship of Dave Tracey, it continues that spirit of attracting the best international artists, whilst also showcasing very talented local players.

Please join us in celebrating the guitar! We look forward to your company.

The International Guitar Festival of Great Britain Team.

CONTENTS THE QUEENS ROYAL Page 1 BLUES/ROCK Pages 2 - 5 JAZZ/FOLK Pages 5 - 7 SOUL/FUNK, CLASSICAL & ALTERNATIVE Page 7 VENUE & BOOKING INFORMATION Page 8 DIARY Page 9

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THE QUEENS ROYAL

We’re delighted to be partnering once again with our neighbours The Queens Royal to present the Brendan McCormack Series.

The first floor concert room seats up to 100 people and is ideally suited for classical and jazz concerts and perfectly complements the programme at the Floral Pavilion’s main auditorium and Blue Lounge.

This imposing, Victorian building on the seafront is also a hotel, restaurant and home to a runnerup CAMRA Best Pub.

The relaxed and friendly bar at The Queens Royal is extremely popular with both locals, residents and Floral Pavilion theatregoers and in April was renamed ‘The Stage Door Tap @ The Queen’s Royal’ featuring old theatre and

THE BRENDAN MCCORMACK SERIES Liverpool-born Brendan McCormack co-founded the International Guitar Festival of Great Britain with Rob Smith in 1988.

He was the director of the festival for many years and encouraged many guitarists to play in Wirral for the first time through his powerful personality and the respect he earned as a virtuoso guitarist.

Brendan was able to play in any style with great skill and panache.

Rock, Classical and Early Music all interested him. Performing in concert halls, theatres or cafés, Brendan always respected the audience and left them bathed in the majesty of the music he played for them. Brendan sadly died unexpectedly in 2009.

The International Guitar Festival of Great Britain owes him an immense debt of gratitude and will always present his concert series.

New Brighton photographs to add to an already existing gallery of old New Brighton snaps and advertisements, some dating back to the Victorian seaside resort era.

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COMPETITION Win a pair of tickets to the Brendan McCormack Series at The Queens Royal.

The series includes concerts from Modjango, John Goldie and Peter Price.

To win a pair of tickets to the series answer the following question:

Where and when did Guitar Festival founders Brendan McCormack and Rob Smith meet?

Email answers to: floralpaviliontheatre@wirral.gov.uk

by Friday 2nd October 2015.

The winner will be contacted on Monday 5th October 2015.

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GERRY MURPHY

ME, MYSELF AND I TOUR THU 5th NOV 7:30pm The Queens Royal | £13 (£11) Brendan McCormack Series

A veteran acoustic ‘powersolo’ player and winner of the prestigious PRS John Lennon Award for songwriting, Gerry Murphy has played the Guitar Festival on previous occasions

at Birkenhead Priory, the Plaza Lounge at the Floral Pavilion, Williamson Art Gallery and now comes to The Queens.

He is author of Sweet Liberty, Marvellous Marvin Gaye and re-worker of titles like Valerie in swing jazz style and Pinball Wizard in the style of Johnny Cash.

His performance is a mix of acoustic folk guitar styles, blues licks, soul vibes and good times and will feature his Harmony Valencia (1935), Dick Knight 12-string (1970), his Golden Vision customised guitar, and Gibson Gospel acoustic (1976).

PETER PRICE

SUN 8th NOV 7:30pm The Queens Royal | £13 (£11) Brendan McCormack Series A mind-boggling mastery of the acoustic guitar , a rich singing voice, and a relaxed yet compelling stage presence have garnered Warrington’s Peter Price a brilliant international reputation and so far taken him to festivals and concert venues throughout the UK, Europe and North America. He will take you on

strange and exotic journeys from the country blues style of Robert Johnson, Blind Willie McTell and Leadbelly, to Latin American dances, Celtic Pipe and Harp tunes, Hymns and Indian Ragas.

‘An acoustic blues virtuoso.’ THE GUARDIAN THE BLUES BAND

THU 12th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre | £21

Paul Jones, Dave Kelly, Tom McGuinness, Rob Townsend & Gary Fletcher.

Many of The Blues Band’s 21st century fans weren’t even born when these five virtuosos, already music industry veterans, decided to fly in the face of musical

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BLUES/ROCK

TONY REMY & THE STOLEN CLONES THU 19th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £17 (£15)

Tony Remy is one of the world’s most exciting guitar players with a style infused with jazz rhythms and bluesy soul. He has played with so many Jazz players it is hard to know where to begin Courtney Pine, Jason Rebello, Jean Toussaint and US3. He has also worked with trumpeter Freddie Hubbard and legendary pianist, Herbie Hancock as well as Annie Lennox and the late great Jack Bruce.

The Stolen Clones are a fabulously inventive band made up of some of today’s finest musicians. We are certain that this gig will excite even the most jaded listener.

Prepare to be blown away!

fashion in 1979 and form a band ‘just to play the blues’.

About 20 albums and thousands of gigs later, they’ve earned a reputation around the world as one of the finest exponents of the blues tradition in all its forms. With this line-up, it’s hardly surprising.

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NASHER

FRI 6th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £13 (£11)

As a member of 80’s pop sensation Frankie Goes To Hollywood, guitarist Nasher

topped the charts and travelled the world. The band exploded in 1984 and imploded in 1987 and most people think that was the end of the story. Nasher has been very quietly writing, producing and recoding his own music and to date has three solo albums under his belt. His gigs are a cross between an engaging troubador and an aspiring comedian interspersed with Nasher’s own compositions and maybe an odd Frankie tune. www.reverbnation/babylonpink

THE RICK VITO BAND

SUN 15th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £19 (£17) Philadelphian guitarist Rick Vito has a musical pedigree second to none. Early in his career he played alongside Delaney and Bonnie, Todd Rundgren and Little Richard.

His playing has been influenced by such players as James Burton, B.B. King and Keith Richards.

Rick is perhaps best remembered for his work with John Mayall and Fleetwood Mac and continues to play with Mick Fleetwood

in his blues band. He has also worked with Roger McGuinn, Bonnie Raitt, Rita Coolidge, Maria Muldau, Dolly Parton and Bob Seger. Simply put Rick is one of the world’s greatest guitarists.

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RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC SUN 22nd NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre £33.50 & £23.50

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac returns with its stunning new stage production, performing in meticulous note-for-note detail all the classic hits from one of the most outstanding and enduring catalogues in the history of rock music.

Recognised internationally as the world’s leading Fleetwood Mac tribute show, and with the priceless golden seal of approval from founding member Mick Fleetwood, this show takes you on an epic musical journey through changing eras and styles, from the sixties London blues scene right through to the staggering commercial success of the seventies and eighties, and beyond.

‘A stunning and emotive snapshot of the World’s first Supergroup’ SUNDAY TIMES

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NILS LOFGREN

LIVE IN CONCERT WITH VERY SPECIAL GUEST

GREG VARLOTTA

SAT 21st NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Theatre £43.50 & £33.50 Legendary American songwriter, virtuoso guitarist and pianist, Nils Lofgren toured with Bruce Springsteen as a long-time member of the E Street Band on 0151 666 0000

both the 2012-13 Wrecking Ball tour and the 2014 High Hopes tour. Known for his world-class guitar playing and his on-stage acrobatics, Nils is a true Rock legend in his own right and a superb front-man. He is now back in the UK as part of the Guitar Festival to perform his own legendary live show. Nils will be joined for an acoustic set by multiinstrumentalist Greg Varlotta.

‘Listening to Nils play and sing has been an inspiration to me for many years’ NEIL YOUNG

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THE BLOCKHEADS

FRI 13th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre | £24

Formed in 1977 to promote Ian Dury’s album New Boots and Panties on the first Stiff Records UK tour, Chaz Jankel,

Norman Watt-Roy, Charlie Charles, John Turnbull and Mick Gallagher became known as ‘The Blockheads’. In 1979 Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick became a number one hit record but by 1982 Ian Dury & The Blockheads had disbanded.

In 1990 the death of Charlie Charles re-united them to play two benefit gigs and now, 15 years since the subsequent death of Ian Dury, The Blockheads continue to build their ‘wall of sound ‘.

RICKY ROSS

THE LYRIC BOOK LIVE SUN 15th NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Theatre | £25.50 Ricky Ross embarks on his most intimate UK tour yet, performing songs from his extensive songwriting catalogue. 30 years of songs, from Deacon Blue and beyond.

the audience with the stories about the people, places and ideas that influenced his song writing.

ROY WOOD & HIS BAND

THU 19th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre | £27.50

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BLUES/ROCK

THE ROCK & ROLL YEARS SAT 14th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre | £18 The story of guitar legends continues, this year, with a brand new, dynamic show featuring music from the Rock & Roll Years and including some of the greatest names in rock & pop music such as: Elvis Presley, Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Duane Eddy, The Shadows, and The Beatles.

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This will be a unique opportunity to see Ricky present some of his most famous songs as they were first written, by him, sitting at a piano or picking up a guitar. And it’s a chance for Ricky to engage

GARY MURPHY’S GUITAR LEGENDS

The Ivor Novello Award winner for Most Outstanding Song Collection enjoyed early muiltiple chart successes, including Flowers In The Rain, the first record to be played on BBC Radio One. Then in 1970, Roy teamed up with fellow Birmingham songwriter Jeff Lynne to form The Electric Light Orchestra.

Performed by Gary Murphy and his multi-talented band, the show will also feature special guests Billy Kinsley (Merseybeats & Liverpool Express) The Cavern Club Beatles (Direct from Broadway), Elvis Clayton, Brian ‘Saxophone’ Jones, Gary Brown & Jade Tremarco.

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When Roy was approached to play on the Bo Diddley London Sessions album, he quickly formed a rock ‘n’ roll style pop band which he called Wizzard.

Wizzard went on to score seven major hit records, including one of the biggest Christmas anthems of all time, I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day and the rest, as they say, is history.

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NEIL CAMPBELL & THE eMErgence BAND SAT 21st NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £14 (£12) The music of Liverpool guitarist and composer Neil Campbell draws on many musical styles and ranges from large scale multimedia extravaganzas, such

MODJANGO

FRI 6th NOV 7:30pm The Queens Royal | £13 (£11) Brendan McCormack Series Father and son, Roy and Paul Gregory, have built a large and loyal following throughout the UK and Europe. Taking influences not only from Django Reinhardt,

THEO TRAVIS DOUBLE TALK

THU 12th NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £16 (£14) Saxophonist Theo Travis has constantly experimented as both player and composer. He has played alongside such jazz luminaries as Slim Gaillard and Jim Mullen as well as Robert Fripp, Bill Nelson, Gong and Soft Machine Legacy.

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as his take on Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (featuring choir, rock band, narration and visual projections), to intimate solo gigs.

This concert will feature new original music along with reimagined pieces from his albums eMErgence (2015), Bulbs - On (2013), Ghost Stories (2008) and

Particle Theory (2007), performed

by The eMErgence Band, with wordless vocals from singers Anne Taft and Perri Alleyne-Hughes.

but also from modern day Gypsy Jazz guitarists, traditional Spanish music, Rock, Country, Classical and a host of other sources, Modjango have created a style encompassing the greatest aspects of each and applied it to “Jazz Manouche” Gypsy Swing Guitar.

‘…the technical wizardry displayed by Paul Gregory; his lead style, interpretation and blistering technique are simply phenomenal.’

Double Talk features the amazing guitar work of Mike Outram, whose playing credentials have graced the work of Herbie Mann, Steve Wilson and Tim Garland as well as playing and touring with Robert Fripp.

and jazz improvisation at the highest level.

SIMPLY JAZZ

The band is completed by Hammond Organ player, Pete Whittaker and drummer, Nic France.

The beautiful music created by Double Talk will bring together elements of experimentation

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JAZZ/FOLK

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JOHN GOLDIE

SAT 7th NOV 7:30pm The Queens Royal | £13 (£11) Brendan McCormack Series John is a world class acoustic guitarist with an ability to combine bass, chords, melody and groove together with an apparent ease that thrills audiences worldwide.

He has worked with Martin Taylor

both in duet and as part of the band, Spirit of Django. His solo albums have been praised by such luminaries as Ronnie Wood, Brian May and Andy Fairweather Low. He has collaborated with fellow guitarists Tommy Emmanuel, Ike Issacs and George Benson, who was so impressed he asked John

to perform a private concert for him and his band when he was in Scotland.

We agree with George Benson that John Goldie is an exceptional player.

THE PHIL CHISNALL BAND

SUN 8th NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £7.50 The Phil Chisnall Band make their sixth consecutive Guitar Festival appearance. Performing an eclectic mix of self-written and cover songs, they are sure to delight a packed house again.

Look out for some local musicians guesting with the band again.

‘The musicianship was wonderful. We had an absolutely superb evening and loved this band.’

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THE IMPOSSIBLE GENTLEMEN

of The Impossible Gentlemen.

Each player is a virtuoso on their instrument.

SAT 14th NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £20 (£18) This concert comes with a guarantee of excellence.

Guitarist, Mike Walker and pianist, Gwilym Symcock form the British pairing of this international jazz group. Steve Rodby and Adam Nusbaum, bass and drums respectively, represent the American side of the band.

The term ‘supergroup’ seems the only appropriate description

RALPH MCTELL

One of the great storytellers, Ralph McTell celebrates 50 years as a professional musician.

Known for his virtuoso guitar style, he is primarily a prolific and gifted songwriter. With a style that invites you into a unique world, he weaves

JAZZ/FOLK

Steve Rodby is bassist and producer for Pat Metheney and also played for Art Pepper as well as numerous others. Adam Nusbaum has played with John Abercrombie, John Scofield, Sonny Rollins and Michael Brecker to name but a few. a narrative that is both significant and poignant.

FRI 20th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre | £21

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Mike and Gwilym are viewed as the cream of European contemporary musicians. Gwilym was shortlisted for the Mercury Music Prize for his solo piano album, Good Days at Schloss Elmau.

Ralph made his debut in 1968 with the album Eight Frames a Second and in 1974 the release of Streets of London earned him an Ivor Novello Award. In 2002 he was presented with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards.

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THE HAMISH STUART BAND

SOUL/FUNK

FRI 20th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £18 (£16)

MARTIN TAYLOR & ULF WAKENIUS

SUN 22nd NOV 8:00pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge £20 (£18) A summit meeting between two of the finest guitarists in the world.

Martin Taylor, who is established as possibly the finest guitarist of his generation, has a technique that is matchless; his musicality is sublime and encompasses many styles, from the brilliance of his interpretations of the music of Django Reinhardt to explorations of jazz fusion. The Guitar Festival commissioned Martin and trumpeter/composer, Guy Barker to write and perform a suite inspired by the music of Django that was later performed at the Proms.

Martin will be joined by Swedish guitarist, Ulf Wakenius, a former member of Oscar Peterson’s Quartet and Ray Brown’s Trio.

Ulf has recorded many solo albums including the musical tribute to the late Esbjorn Svensson, Love Is Real. He has also recorded the music of Keith Jarrett on Notes from the Heart.

Ulf is an outstanding guitarist.

WIRRAL UKULELE ORCHESTRA IN CONCERT

FRI 27th NOV 7:30pm Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge | £9 The Wirral Ukulele Orchestra is Merseyside’s premier ukulele act. Having gone from church 0151 666 0000

Guitarist, bass player, singer, writer and producer Hamish Stuart is one of the music industry’s finest. He was a major player with the Average White Band from 1973 to 1982.

Hamish has worked with some of the greatest figures in popular music including Paul McCartney, Aretha Franklin, David Sanborn and Ringo Starr. A long period was spent both writing and performing for the legendary Chaka Khan. Hamish has also

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written songs for Smokey Robinson, George Benson and Diana Ross among many others.

A soulful, funky evening of great music performed by a fantastic band.

CLASSICAL

FEAT. CRAIG OGDEN SAT 7th NOV 7:30pm PRE-CONCERT TALK at 6.45pm Floral Pavilion Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc & £5 students) Children under 16 free of charge with a paying adult Conductor: Mark Heron Soloist: Craig Ogden - guitar Programme to include; Villa-Lobos Bacchianas Brasileiras No. 1 Villa-Lobos Guitar Concerto Beethoven Symphony No. 3 ‘Eroica’

halls to Saint George’s Hall in less than two years, they play an eclectic mix of tunes from every decade in the last century. From Ragtime to Heavy Metal, there’s truly something for everyone.

Guaranteed to put a smile on your face and set your feet tapping!

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Classic FM chart-topping international guitarist Craig Ogden joins the Liverpool Mozart Orchestra for a classical highlight in this year’s Guitar Festival. His interpretation of Villa-Lobos’ Guitar Concerto is the centrepiece in what promises to be a very popular concert.

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VENUE INFORMATION

BOX OFFICE Floral Pavilion, Marine Promenade, New Brighton, CH45 2JS.

Floral Pavilion Theatre (Plaza Left) Floral Pavilion, Marine Promenade, New Brighton, CH45 2JS. Full disabled access.

Wheelchair spaces.

Loop system.

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Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge (Plaza Right) Full disabled access.

Unreserved seating.

The Queens Royal Concert Room First Floor, The Queens Royal, Marine Promenade, Wallasey, Merseyside CH45 2JT. thequeensroyal.com There is a lift to the first floor, however there is a step down and then up into concert room.

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Plaza Bar Open one hour pre-show serving a range of wine, spirits, soft drinks and beer including Official Real Ale Trappers Hat by Festival Partners Brimstage Brewery.

Getting Here

By Train: Wirral Line to New Brighton Station

By Bus: From Birkenhead 410 & 411; From Liverpool 432 & 433 Parking Free parking at Fort Perch Rock Car Park opposite the Floral Pavilion.

Disabled bays available on Marine Promenade.

Getting Home An Argyle Taxis free phone is available in the Floral Pavilion Ground Floor Foyer.

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NOVEMBER DIARY Thu

5th

7:30pm

GERRY MURPHY

THE QUEENS

Fri

6th

7:30pm

NASHER

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Fri

6th

7:30pm

MODJANGO

THE QUEENS

Sat

7th

7:30pm

LIVERPOOL MOZART ORCHESTRA - CRAIG OGDEN

FP THEATRE

Sat

7th

7:30pm

JOHN GOLDIE

THE QUEENS

Sun

8th

7:30pm

PETER PRICE

THE QUEENS

Sun

8th

8:00pm

THE PHIL CHISNALL BAND

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Wed 11th

12:30pm

TOM DOUGHTY

FP PLAZA *

Thu

12th

7:30pm

THE BLUES BAND

FP THEATRE

Thu

12th

8:00pm

THEO TRAVIS - DOUBLE TALK

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Fri

13th

7:30pm

THE BLOCKHEADS

FP THEATRE

Sat

14th

12:30pm

ADAM PALMA

FP PLAZA *

Sat

14th

7:30pm

GARY MURPHY’S GUITAR LEGENDS

FP THEATRE

Sat

14th

8:00pm

THE IMPOSSIBLE GENTLEMEN

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Sun

15th

7:30pm

RICK VITO

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Sun

15th

8:00pm

RICKY ROSS

FP THEATRE

Tue

17th

12:30pm

THE SURVIVORS

FP PLAZA *

Wed 18th

12:30pm

LIVERPOOL GUITAR SOCIETY

FP PLAZA *

Thu

19th

7:30pm

ROY WOOD AND HIS BAND

FP THEATRE

Thu

19th

7:30pm

TONY REMY AND THE STOLEN CLONES

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Fri

20th

7:30pm

RALPH MCTELL

FP THEATRE

Fri

20th

7:30pm

HAMISH STUART BAND

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Sat

21st

3:30pm

DAVE LLOYD

FP PLAZA*

Sat

21st

8:00pm

NILS LOFGREN

FP THEATRE

Sat

21st

8:00pm

NEIL CAMPBELL

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Sat

21st

Aftershow

DAVE LLOYD

FP PLAZA*

Sun

22nd

7:30pm

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

FP THEATRE

Sun

22nd

8:00pm

MARTIN TAYLOR & ULF WAKENIUS

FP BLUE LOUNGE

Sun

22nd

Aftershow

STEVE OAKES

FP PLAZA*

Fri

27th

7:30pm

WIRRAL UKULELE ORCHESTRA

FP BLUE LOUNGE

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