Carnival fundraiser with Evie Ladin and Keith Terry
Multi-talented singer, songwriter, clawhammer banjo player and step-dancer Evie Ladin is a truly sensational live performer. She grew up surrounded by traditional folk music in the North Eastern USA. Playing banjo from the age of 8 and clogging since she was just 5, Evie is steeped in Appalachian music and dance, but also brings an urban edge and contemporary vision to her music, both in the Evie Ladin & Keith Terry Duo (&...
Coming soon to New Mills
Really excited to get Evie Ladin and Keith Terry to visit New Mills as part of their tour. Most of the UK tour dates are now out for Evie Ladin & Keith Terry (check out their page Evie Ladin / Band) – more details on the poster below. Evie and Keith put on a simply breathtaking live show, with superb singing, musicianship (on banjo, bass & percussion) and spectacular dancing – Appalachian clogging & “body...
Compton and Newberry – 4 February – St George’s Church
Calling all real music lovers O’ Brothers (and Sisters) Where Art Thou? Exciting times are a comin’ to New Mills, which will become an honorary part of Appalachia and the centre of the bluegrass world for one very special night, next Saturday 4th Feb. I’m not usually one to rely on Wikipedia as a reliable source of information but, on this occasion, I think I can quote it with absolute confidence: “Mike Compton...
Compton and Newberry
New Mills keeps on growing as far as music is concerned. On February 4th the very popular Compton and Newberry join us at St Georges Church as part of their UK tour. Compton & Newberry are acclaimed as two of the finest artists on the bluegrass and Americana scene. Celebrated mandolinist Mike Compton took up the instrument as a teenager and was heavily influenced by “father of bluegrass” Bill Monroe. Mike’s musical CV is long and...
New Mills Band
Are you feeling musical? Join the town band, whatever your age or ability adults and juniors rehearse on Thursday nights, at the Parish Hall: New Mills Band will commence their rehearsals in a new venue at St George’s Parish Hall, Church Lane, New Mills on Thursdays. We are a community band and new players are very welcome whatever age and ability. The Main Band meets at 7.15pm to 9.30pm. The Band has a thriving Junior Band which...
Christmas and New Year
We have just finished uploading lots of Christmas and New Year events for New Mills : gigs, parties, exhibitions, quizzes, band nights, carols – you name it and we’ve got it. If you can’t see yours listed it’s because you haven’t been in touch. Check out the Whats On tab for a great night...