Fiddle Tunes of William Andrews

Friday 11 October 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Church Hall, 4 Market Street, Okehampton, EX20 1HN

Our very own Paul Wilson will be joined by Devon fiddler Ben van Weede to present an event in three parts.

The evening starts with a short presentation from Paul about William Andrews, the traditional fiddle player from Sheepstor who played to song & tune collector Rev Sabine Baring-Gould in the 1890s. Paul and Ben will then play a few of the tunes arranged for fiddle, guitar and other instruments, showing how the William Andrews tunes relate to others from the region. Finally, there is a participatory workshop, where players can learn a lesser-known local Dartmoor tune or two to add to their repertoire. Bring your own instrument.

The event is part of the Baring-Gould Centenary Programme, marking the 100th year of his death. It is presented by Wren Music in partnership with the Devonshire Association’s Music and Folklore Section.

More info:

www.wrenmusic.co.uk/news/dartmoor-fiddler
www.sbgcentenary.co.uk
devonassoc.org.uk

Tickets are £15 (£9 reduced price).

Doors open at 7pm.

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