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Steve James
Posted on August 27, 2013
August 27, 2013
Rootsy americana guitarist Steve James visits Frome for the first time on his latest visit to the UK. Expect a blend of contemporary folk and blues, delivered in Steve’s distinctively southern style.
Jazz ExTempore Orchestra
Posted on August 27, 2013
August 27, 2013
International jazz collective Jazz Extempore visit Frome to share new pieces from their album, East and West. A must-see gig for jazz fans, this diverse group offer a unique blend of traditional and contemporary jazz, with elements of Eastern folk.
Robbie Boyd plus Black Feathers // Beth Monk // Colour the Atlas support
Posted on July 23, 2013
July 23, 2013
From busking roots to performing atop the O2, Robbie Boyd is stopping off here at Rook Lane on his latest tour. With a distinctive and charming style of acoustic folk pop, Robbie is not to be missed.
Poniente
Posted on June 10, 2013
June 10, 2013
A rapidly evolving project showcasing a new take on Spanish music from two London-based musicians. A lively evening, which will appeal to Spanish music aficionados, classical music lovers, young rock and pop fans, jazz musicians and many more.
Fat Stanley & Papa Le Gal
Posted on May 8, 2013
May 8, 2013
After a rare but well-received performance at last year’s Festival, Frome’s best loved, and slackest funk band will be gracing the Chapel for a second gig. Expect some groovy music, both live and on the decks…
Gary Fletcher and his band featuring Steve Simpson and Tom Leary
Posted on May 8, 2013
May 8, 2013
Veteran blues performer Gary Fletcher pays us a visit with former members of The Blues Band. This show will be an eclectic mix of folk, americana and blues.
Intones presents: AV
Posted on May 8, 2013
May 8, 2013
Video and electronic soundscapes will fill the Chapel, courtesy of in:tones, a collaboration of musicians, sound artists and visual artists. Curated by Adam Jansch, this event will provide an audio-visual feast, the likes of which are rarely seen in Frome.
Frome Festival opening night: Passamezzo “In Peascod Time”
Posted on May 8, 2013
May 8, 2013
A Frome Festival opening night concert from the Frome Concert Group, showcasing Passomezzo, a five-strong ensemble who combine period readings and costumes to present a programme of Elizabethan and Jacobean music.
Keith Hyett: Landscape in Reflections concert
Posted on April 4, 2013
April 4, 2013
After two years dedicated to teaching and composition, Keith Hyett is back on the concert scene. Come along for new pieces of acoustic folk from Keith’s new album, Reflections.
Teatime Concert: Jordan Bowron String Quartet
Posted on April 4, 2013
April 4, 2013
Katarina Dordevic and Guy-Noel Clarisse, violins, Jordan Bowron, viola, and Lucia Capellaro, cello, will play quartets from the classical period by fellow Austrians Haydn and his contemporary Joseph Eybler.
