Thanks to all who came to the Christmas Session on 23rd - an evening entirely comprising Christmas songs and carols. There was a lovely big audience, in fine voice and festive good humour, and a great collection of musicians who played their hearts out.
No photos, I'm afraid, because nobody brought a camera!
Special thanks to John Leyland for running the whole show, to the Laver family and the Young family for their special contributions, to Barry for letting us sing his own carol (it'll be in the song-books next year, Barry!), and to Belinda for the mince-pies and nibbles. As John said at the time - let's hope we've started a new tradition. It was such a wonderful way to start Christmas.
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If you are looking for the rockingest acoustic session in Essex, it's on at the Coast Inn, in West Mersea, 8 miles south of Colchester, every Thursday night.
The acoustic of the venue is excellent, wooden floor, no soft furnishings and varied ceiling heights. The beer is excellent, currently Green King IPA, Mersea Island Brewery's Yo Boy! and Captain Bob from Maldon.
But be warned, musician seats fill up fast, as do the remainder for listeners/drinkers, so it's wise to arrive about 8pm. And don't expect an early night - the music usually finishes about 11.30.
Music style is widely varied, from Irish, Scottish, English and American tunes to bluegrass, jazz and rock, with songs from many genres. It is a completely inclusive session, with no cliques or rules, just respect for fellow singers and musicians.
The acoustic of the venue is excellent, wooden floor, no soft furnishings and varied ceiling heights. The beer is excellent, currently Green King IPA, Mersea Island Brewery's Yo Boy! and Captain Bob from Maldon.
But be warned, musician seats fill up fast, as do the remainder for listeners/drinkers, so it's wise to arrive about 8pm. And don't expect an early night - the music usually finishes about 11.30.
Music style is widely varied, from Irish, Scottish, English and American tunes to bluegrass, jazz and rock, with songs from many genres. It is a completely inclusive session, with no cliques or rules, just respect for fellow singers and musicians.
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