Focsle

Had an interesting evening at the Focsle folk club in the Richmond pub Southampton.
I've become involved with GAG, the Gardiner Appreciation Group, which is actively promoting the work and collections of George Gardiner in the early 20th century.
Last night Bob Askew, Paul Hawkins the Askew sisters and I presented a history of Gardiner's life and works illustrated with songs and tunes he had collected. We all had a great night and hope the audience did too!!
I sang Bushes and Briars, Sheepcrook and Blackdog, Cruel Ship's Carpenter and the Drowned Lover - all versions collected by Gardiner in 1909 from the singing of Thomas Bulbeck in Harting, William Boxell, James Smith and William Bridger all from the Westbourne Union.
We have another day event planned for 15th September in Titchfield, so if you fancy a good day out come along!