Glenfarg Folk Club

15/01/2025

GLENFARG FOLK CLUB
ORIGINAL FOLK SINGER/SONGWRITER CONTEST
“The Folkies” Awards 2025

(And you get to keep them!!....LOL)

GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN FAST FOLKS!!!

(All songs entered must have been newly written since February 2024)
The songs must be in recognised folk styles – Traditional, Bothy, Contemporary, Blues, Country etc
There will be one annual winner of THE FOLKIE AWARD FOR BEST SONG.
There will be two runners up winners, each receiving a “WEE FOLKIE” for a ‘great song’.
(The trophies are awarded to the songwriters to keep) – Winners names will be published on our website)
ALL in attendance have voting rights. (6 votes in total – 3,2,1)
The 2025 Competition will take part on Monday 24th February 2025
Entries limited to one song per author, and must be performed by author as solo, with a partner or by nominated singer. (We would hope that the author be in attendance)
THE CLUB MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE OF WRITER ENTRIES up to 17th February (If space is available)
* PLEASE NOTE – The event is limited to THE FIRST 18 SONGWRITER SUBMISSIONS (No recordings required).
* On submitting entry –All we will require is the AUTHOR NAME and SONG TITLE (Including contact details)
Entries should be submitted ‘in person at the club, or by emailing: [email protected]
Only the winning author receives each “Folkie Award”.
There will be 2 mics and 2 DI’s on stage
Quick and easy turnaround of songs is paramount to the flow of the evening.
The performance order will be drawn in advance of the event, performers will be notified.
ENTRY is a £3.00 donation to the club
Doors Open 7.00pm
Competition starts 7.30pm prompt
VOTING (All in attendance)
Points will be awarded as follows – 3, 2,1 votes
The WINNER will be the songwriter with the highest accumulative number of votes.
In the unlikely event of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most 3 votes awarded.
If still a tie – the most 2 votes
If remarkably still a perfect draw – There will be a ‘reprise’ of each song, with a simple majority votes deciding.

14/01/2025

CALLING FOLK SONG WRITERS....Still a few places left - all you have to do is get in touch to take part.....

GLENFARG FOLK CLUB
ORIGINAL FOLK SINGER/SONGWRITER CONTEST
“The Folkies” Awards 2025

(All songs entered must have been newly written since February 2024)

The songs must be in recognised folk styles – Traditional, Bothy, Contemporary, Blues, Country etc

There will be one annual winner of THE FOLKIE AWARD FOR BEST SONG.

There will be two runners up winners, each receiving a “WEE FOLKIE” for a ‘great song’.

(The trophies are awarded to the songwriters to keep) – Winners names will be published on our website)

ALL in attendance have voting rights. (6 votes in total – 3,2,1)

The 2025 Competition will take part on Monday 24th February 2025

Entries limited to one song per author, and must be performed by author as solo, with a partner or by nominated singer. (We would hope that the author be in attendance)

THE CLUB MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE OF WRITER ENTRIES up to 17th February (If space is available)

* PLEASE NOTE – The event is limited to THE FIRST 18 SONGWRITER SUBMISSIONS (No recordings required).
* On submitting entry –All we will require is the AUTHOR NAME and SONG TITLE (Including contact details)

Entries should be submitted ‘in person at the club, or by emailing: [email protected]

Only the winning author receives each “Folkie Award”.
There will be 2 mics and 2 DI’s on stage
Quick and easy turnaround of songs is paramount to the flow of the evening.

The performance order will be drawn in advance of the event, performers will be notified.

ENTRY is a £3.00 donation to the club
Doors Open 7.00pm
Competition starts 7.30pm prompt

VOTING (All in attendance)
Points will be awarded as follows – 3, 2,1 votes

The WINNER will be the songwriter with the highest accumulative number of votes.
In the unlikely event of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most 3 votes awarded.
If still a tie – the most 2 votes
If remarkably still a perfect draw – There will be a ‘reprise’ of each song, with a simple majority votes deciding.
If still a draw? – The both will win the “Folkie”, and another trophy ordered.

14/01/2025

COMING UP....

Nicky and Syd are both from Perth, Scotland and have collaborated musically for several years, recently forming PlaidSong. They combine historical research interests with traditional, original singing/songwriting. Nicky and Syd draw on an age-old tradition of finding and learning songs from the many cultural sources of Scotland, adapting and reworking old tunes and new words.

Syd started playing guitar with friends aged 14 and progressed through various bands, duos and solo performances, often featuring his own compositions, until teaming up with Nicky as PlaidSong. Nicky has sung since the age of 9 when she entered Scots song competitions at the local competitive festival winning awards in various classes and the Silver Medal for Scots Song. She has sung with various groups and operatic societies as well as singing solo.

They are now writing new and original songs around these age-old themes. They regularly perform at Scottish evenings, Burns Suppers, musical and literary societies, concerts and private functions. Syd and Nicky have a broad range of experience and taste in music, which means their collaboration as PlaidSong comes as a natural progression for both of them.

12/01/2025

We're back tomorrow night - Monday 13th, with our first night of 2025 with SKYRIE.
Here is a wee blast of what to look forward to on Monday 13th January.....( Click the pic!)......GLENFARG FOLK CLUB, Gatesidfe Memorial Hall - THE PLACE TO BE!!
£10 at the door.
£8 FOR club Members.

Skyrie performances for September 2024 in Colorado USA

10/01/2025

Open to all original folk songwriters....space still available - Get in touch for a fab evening!!!

GLENFARG FOLK CLUB
ORIGINAL FOLK SINGER/SONGWRITER CONTEST
“The Folkies” Awards 2025

(All songs entered must have been newly written since February 2024)

The songs must be in recognised folk styles – Traditional, Bothy, Contemporary, Blues, Country etc

There will be one annual winner of THE FOLKIE AWARD FOR BEST SONG.

There will be two runners up winners, each receiving a “WEE FOLKIE” for a ‘great song’.

(The trophies are awarded to the songwriters to keep) – Winners names will be published on our website)

ALL in attendance have voting rights. (6 votes in total – 3,2,1)

The 2025 Competition will take part on Monday 24th February 2025

Entries limited to one song per author, and must be performed by author as solo, with a partner or by nominated singer. (We would hope that the author be in attendance)

THE CLUB MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE OF WRITER ENTRIES up to 17th February (If space is available)

* PLEASE NOTE – The event is limited to THE FIRST 18 SONGWRITER SUBMISSIONS (No recordings required).
* On submitting entry –All we will require is the AUTHOR NAME and SONG TITLE (Including contact details)

Entries should be submitted ‘in person at the club, or by emailing: [email protected]

Only the winning author receives each “Folkie Award”.
There will be 2 mics and 2 DI’s on stage
Quick and easy turnaround of songs is paramount to the flow of the evening.

The performance order will be drawn in advance of the event, performers will be notified.

ENTRY is a £3.00 donation to the club
Doors Open 7.00pm
Competition starts 7.30pm prompt

VOTING (All in attendance)
Points will be awarded as follows – 3, 2,1 votes

The WINNER will be the songwriter with the highest accumulative number of votes.
In the unlikely event of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most 3 votes awarded.
If still a tie – the most 2 votes
If remarkably still a perfect draw – There will be a ‘reprise’ of each song, with a simple majority votes deciding.
If still a draw? – The both will win the “Folkie”, and another trophy ordered.

08/01/2025

GLENFARG FOLK CLUB
ORIGINAL FOLK SINGER/SONGWRITER CONTEST
“The Folkies” Awards 2025

(All songs entered must have been newly written since February 2024)

The songs must be in recognised folk styles – Traditional, Bothy, Contemporary, Blues, Country etc

There will be one annual winner of THE FOLKIE AWARD FOR BEST SONG.

There will be two runners up winners, each receiving a “WEE FOLKIE” for a ‘great song’.

(The trophies are awarded to the songwriters to keep) – Winners names will be published on our website)

ALL in attendance have voting rights. (6 votes in total – 3,2,1)

The 2025 Competition will take part on Monday 24th February 2025

Entries limited to one song per author, and must be performed by author as solo, with a partner or by nominated singer. (We would hope that the author be in attendance)

THE CLUB MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE OF WRITER ENTRIES up to 17th February (If space is available)

* PLEASE NOTE – The event is limited to THE FIRST 18 SONGWRITER SUBMISSIONS (No recordings required).
* On submitting entry –All we will require is the AUTHOR NAME and SONG TITLE (Including contact details)

Entries should be submitted ‘in person at the club, or by emailing: [email protected]

Only the winning author receives each “Folkie Award”.
There will be 2 mics and 2 DI’s on stage
Quick and easy turnaround of songs is paramount to the flow of the evening.

The performance order will be drawn in advance of the event, performers will be notified.

ENTRY is a £3.00 donation to the club
Doors Open 7.00pm
Competition starts 7.30pm prompt

VOTING (All in attendance)
Points will be awarded as follows – 3, 2,1 votes

The WINNER will be the songwriter with the highest accumulative number of votes.
In the unlikely event of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most 3 votes awarded.
If still a tie – the most 2 votes
If remarkably still a perfect draw – There will be a ‘reprise’ of each song, with a simple majority votes deciding.
If still a draw? – The both will win the “Folkie”, and another trophy ordered.

08/01/2025

FOLK FEAST 2025 - TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Brian McNeill.
Paul McKenna Band.
Wayward Jane.
Reg Meuross.
Jim & Susie Malcolm.
Eilidh Grant Trio.

Song competition - sessions - World Puff-a-Box.

A FAB WEEKEND IN BRIDGE OF EARN - 12th& 13th April 2025

'[email protected]'

17/12/2024

We would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a Happy New year when it arrives.

Meantime, our first live night of 2025 will be on Monday 13th January - and we open the year with a bang!!

If you are travelling to the club, you can now enjoy a meal on the way at our local and world famous Bein Inn.

Evening meals are available from 4pm onwards, so why not enjoy a "Monday - Meal & Music' night out?

Slainte, and see you all in the new year.
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Skyrie is an electrifying contemporary Celtic music trio renowned for their dynamic performances and innovative sound. Their music blends traditional Scottish and Irish tunes, poignant original songs, tunes and soundscapes with modern influences from rock to funk. Having performed and recorded over many years with multi award-winning artists as diverse as Dougie Maclean, Shirley Manson of Garbage, Big Country and Kathy Mattea, Skyrie have honed their unique style through hundreds of live gigs and sessions. Based in Fife, Scotland the band comprises versatile composers and multi-instrumentalists Lesley Thompson Smith (Vocals, Fiddle, Pipes, Whistle and Looper), James "Jimmy" Anderson (Guitars, Pedal-Bass and Background Vocals), and Christopher Martin Smith (Vocals, Lyrics, Drums, Whistle and Percussion).

10/12/2024

Come oot wi yer geetars, aw instruments an guid voices fur a braw nicht oot......Oor last nicht o the year - ye can chant onyhin ye waant!
Ho ho ho ho....

03/12/2024

Next week we welcome back to the club the folk legend that is Alastair McDonald.
Alastair McDonald is firmly established as Scotland's leading musical minstrel. In addition to Television, Radio & stage appearances world wide, he is a prolific recording artiste & can be heard on a variety of labels. He has a vast repertoire of traditional, contemporary & original material. Alastair`s commitment has always been to entertain. He strives to offer that which he considers to be wholesome, helpful, uplifting, cautionary, loving & entertaining.
His last visit to the club was a massive success, and we anticipate a full house and another wonderful evening of entertainment and song.

26/11/2024

Why not come along and give us a song?
Our singarounds are always great fun, and everyone is welcome.
Tonights theme is 'Chorus songs" - but you can sing anything you want too - so no pressure then!!!...LOL
We look forward to seeing you on Monday.
Its only £3 (cash only please) at the door, and the Doors Open at 7.30pm
See you there!