Weymouth, Dorset pub session - Bluegrass, Old-Time, American Folk, Roots and Country Music from 28th November 2008

A new acoustic session featuring Bluegrass, Old-Time, American Folk, Roots and Country Music is planned to start 28th November 2008 at the Victoria Inn, commonly known as ‘Knights in the Bottom’, Chickerell, Weymouth, Dorset.

Musicians and singers of any ability are welcome say Lynn and Bill, plus anyone interested in supporting live music.

After the session on the 28th November 2008, it is hoped future sessions will take place on the last Friday of the month, from 8pm.

For more details telephone Tony at the Victoria Inn on 01305 784463.

As always, it is advisable to telephone the pub to ensure the session is taking place prior to travelling to avoid possible disappointment and unnecessary expense.

Wessex Folk Festival

Maritime themed songwriting contest and competition launched for Wessex Folk Festival 2009

If you love writing songs and think that you could turn your hand to a song with a nautical, sailing or maritime theme then the organisers of the Wessex Folk Festival would love to hear from you.

As Weymouth becomes more and more nautically centre stage in the approach to the Weymouth and Portland hosted 2012 sailing events, there is a good chance that the winner will receive a good shot of publicity in their quest for world songwriting fame - in addition to the wonderful prize which will be announced shortly :-)

Better still, publicity for participating songwriters starts with their song submission which will appear for all to see on this the Wessex Folk Festival blog as their song or songs are submitted.

There is a £6 entry fee with proceeds going towards funding the Wessex Folk Festival and further details (judges, prizes, address to send your submission) will be announced when the information becomes available so watch this space!

Bye for now

Paul Openshaw - Wessex Folk Festival 2009 Committee