Song Loft
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May 31
Performer's Night
Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, Bucks, UNITED KINGDOM
General Info
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Genre: Acoustic / Folk
Location Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, Un
Profile Views: 17732
Last Login: 3/8/2013
Member Since 3/19/2009
Website www.thesongloft.co.uk
Type of Label Indie
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Bio
........ ..Please note that all Song Loft events start at 20:15. My Space event listing only allows times on the hour or half hour. ........ ..We now have a group on Facebook called "Friends of the Song Loft". ........ ..The Song Loft is held fortnightly in the Cock Hotel, which is situated in the historic market town of Stony Stratford. Back in the 1960's there was Stony Stratford Folk Club, which closed in 1970. In 1976 The Song loft came to be. The name was chosen as not all the music would be strictly 'folk' and there was certainly no requirement to be a 'member'. So, 'The Song Loft' was born, as describing best what goes on in 'The Loft'. .. ..Over the years the Loft has seen them all: the greats of British folk music, touring Americans and Australians, Bluesmen, Bluegrass bands and even the odd play. Prior to the re-opening it had been decided that admission should cost roughly the price of two drinks in 1976, 5/- (25 pence). The charges are still by that same yardstick, and today £7.00 is the usual cost for most guest evenings, with extra for 'special' guest nights. The cost may have risen but the intention remains the same - to bring to Stony Stratford the best, musical, live entertainment, with a 'folky' bias but not exclusively so. On reflection, we believe we have succeeded in this. .. ..The Song Loft has a strong reputation in supporting singers "from the floor" and many a talent has been "discovered" at the Loft. Floor singers are welcome to have a go at most of our evenings, especially our "Singer's Nights", which normally alternate with our guest nights. An added bonus is that it only £2 to get in on these evenings. .. ..'Normal' performances are in a comfortable function room of the Cock Hotel. However, there is access to a hall (also part of the Cock Hotel) for larger events, such as the Song Loft's participation in the annual, week-long musical festival known as Stony Live!. .. ..Since its formation, the Song Loft has been run by Matt Armour, ably assisted by his wife Jane and Colin Turner. Sadly Matt passed away in February 2009, initially casting doubt over the future of the Loft. However a group of longtime supporters of the venue have now banded together, with the aim of keeping it going. There may well be changes, but it will continue, hopefully for many years to come. Watch this space for further news. .. ..The organisers are: Jane Armour, Colin Turner, Brian Peckett, Penny Lines-Peckett, Bill and Barbara Reed and Maurice and Maria Clark. .. ..If you require any further information please Email: songloft@googlemail.com...... -
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Just to say to all of you that I had a great evening and it was really great to bring my songs to the Song Loft. It was a great atmosphere and truly felt the spirit of Matt lives on!
Great night by Roddy and the lads last night. A fine tribute to Matt. Lots of memories, lots of laughs and a few tears. Thanks guys.
Hi everybody,
A big thank you to you all for hosting the trio on Friday night. We really enjoyed the evening. Lovely hospitality and floorspots. Enjoyed the house singing along! Good luck with your forthcoming concerts.
All the best,
Andy
Greetings from South Africa. Thrilled to see you are carrying on Matt's legacy. Hope to see you all again one day. Dear love, Miriam
Hello folks,
very best wishes to you from the Tannahill Weavers.
Thanks for the add, keep in touch and let us know whats happening, also go pay us a visit at www.folkandroots.co.uk, hundreds of events listed for April and beyond, new festival details and more...
Hi to all, thanks for a great night last night, great way to end a tour. Keep the flag flying and see you all again soon. Cheers
Jon