The Stables February 2012
Doric String Quartet
Wednesday 1 February, 8pm
(Free pre-concert talk 7pm)
Tickets £12.50, £17.50, students £5, family of 4 £30 & £40
Haydn quartet in D Op.20 No.4, Korngold Quartet No.3 in D, Schubert Quartet in D minor D.810 Death & the Maiden
This quartet is well-known for its affinity with Haydn’s music and the Op.20 Sun Quartets were a milestone in the composer’s career, at which he reached full maturity in string quartet writing. The Doric has recorded Korngold’s third string quartet to rave reviews, so is no stranger to this piece. Schubert’s masterpiece Death and the Maiden features a heart-rending slow movement based on his song of the same name. It is a piece of great intensity and is one of the best-loved string quartets of all time.
“Haydn and the Doric are a perfect match. This is an ensemble … that plays Haydn’s music with spirit, illuminating its blend of wit and sophistication, grace and vivacity, cunning and seemingly effortless spontaneity.” The Sunday Telegraph
Danny Bryant’s Redeye Band
Wednesday 1 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Hailed as a young guitar prodigy, Danny began playing guitar aged 15, turning professional just three years later. In the last decade he’s paid his dues, clocking up endless miles and over 2,000 shows around the world. After a decade of hard toil he now gets the recognition he so deserves, acknowledged as one of the cream of the crop of this generation of blues artists and steadily
carving a loyal global fan base. Recently the band signed a new record deal with Jazzhaus Records. Their first project is a highly anticipated live DVD/CD, due for release early 2012.
“The firestorm of guitar is carefully contoured from wistful to impassioned.” Mojo
Patricia Routledge: Facing The Music
In conversation with Edward Seckerson
Thursday 2 February, 8pm
Tickets £16, £17.50
It is one of the best kept secrets in show business that Patricia Routledge trained as a singer and had considerable success in musical theatre, both here and in the USA. Her many awards include a Tony for her Broadway performance in the musical Darling of the Day (1967) and a Laurence Olivier Award for Leonard Bernstein’s Candide (Old Vic 1989). Her one woman show Come For The Ride toured the UK in 1988 and in 1992 she played Nettie Fowler in the National Theatre’s acclaimed production of Carousel. Writer and broadcaster Edward Seckerson’s diligent discovery of her ‘musical life’ makes for a fascinating evening.
Classic Clapton
Friday 3 February, 8pm
Tickets £16.50
The world's Number 1 Eric Clapton tribute returns to The Stables, introducing a new lineup and celebrating 27 years on the road. Featuring front-man Mike Hall (who not only looks like Eric, he sings and plays guitar like him too!) Classic Clapton formed in 1985 and in the past 27 years has become a rock institution. The whole of Clapton's career is covered including Cream, The Yardbirds, Derek & The Dominos and the solo years. The show is a two hour journey through all the hits - Wonderful Tonight, I Shot The Sheriff, Tears in Heaven, Layla and an unplugged segment.
The Galleons
Friday 3 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
The Galleons hail from sunny Brighton via London, Lincoln, The Isle of Wight and Latvia.
Following an excellent response to the radio play of their first demo, the band set about creating melodic, atmospheric and toe-tappingly catchy songs that blend traditional British folk music, sounds of the 60s folk revival, modern merchants of gloom such as Low and Radiohead and the occasional Latvian farming song. So far they have garnered praise from the south coast’s leading promoters, recorded in a dungeon, played at some great festivals and supported the much-feted Dark Dark Dark.
Waves and Raves 1
Adult/15+ Workshop
Saturday 4 February 10am – 4pm
Course fee £32 (£57 when booked with Waves and Raves 2)
John Bowman’s popular one-day introduction is ideal for beginners or those who want a refresher. Join us in The Stables’ rehearsal room and control room for this music technology workshop and hands-on studio session. Admission includes a resource pack and CD. If you play an instrument, please bring it along for the afternoon recording session.
Wootton Jazz Night
Promoted by Wootton Upper School & Arts College
Saturday 4 February, 7.30pm
Tickets £10.50, concessions £6.50
Again, carrying on with the tradition, Wootton Upper School & Arts College will be bringing you a sell-out evening of your favorite big band, jazz, blues and soul music. You will be blown away by the wealth of talent from all of the young performers as you enjoy a wonderful evening of foot-tapping nonstop music, entertainment and a few surprises along the way. So be sure to book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Rosie’s Pop Diary
Saturday 4 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
From playing Glastonbury and Ronnie Scott’s to miming on children’s television, musician turned comedian Rosie Wilby looks back at the emotional rollercoaster of chasing stardom at the heady height of Britpop. Mixing stand up, storytelling and acoustic versions of her songs, Rosie delves into a personal treasure trove of old photos, fan letters, reviews and the original Rosie’s Pop Diary (her 90s column in the now defunct magazine Making Music) for this funny and touching show that explores the nature of nostalgia and was a big hit at this year’s Edinburgh Festival.
“Fabulous songs and entertaining anecdotes.” Edinburgh 247
Russell Kane: Manscaping
SOLD OUT, EXTRA DATE NOW ON 8 FEB (see details below)
Sunday 5 February, 8pm
Tickets £17.50
The Colin Blunstone Band
Tuesday 7 February, 8pm
Tickets £19.50
Colin Blunstone takes a short break from his day job fronting The Zombies to lead his solo band in a celebration of his many hits and also dusts off some obscure tracks that over the years have become personal favourites. Backed by a superb 4-piece band, join Colin on a journey from the mid-sixties to the present day. Tonight he previews his new solo CD.
Trish Clowes
Tuesday 7 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Trish Clowes has won awards from the Musician’s Benevolent Fund and the PRS for Music Foundation. She released her debut album Tangent in 2010 and received praise for its integrity, luminosity and ambition. In autumn 2010 she toured the UK with her band, generously supported by Jazz Services. Following the success of Tangent, Trish was recently selected by Jamie Cullum, Gilles Peterson and Jez Nelson to perform on the BBC Introducing stage at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2011. Her quartet recently featured during the Proms Plus Late series at the Royal Albert Hall.
“She plays wonderful tenor saxophone with a lightness of tone reminiscent of the young Stan Getz.” The Observer
Russell Kane: Manscaping - EXTRA DATE
Wednesday 8 February, 8pm
Tickets £17.50
Due to popular demand we have put in an extra date for Russell, so if you missed him on the 5th of February now’s your chance to get a ticket! Join Fosters Comedy Award Winner and star of loads of stuff on telly Russell Kane as he mercilessly explores the ridiculous state of masculinity in the modern world. He shaves his chest fur; you watch and laugh. Suitable for over 16s.
"A seriously good comedian." The Times
Limehouse Lizzy
Thursday 9 February, 8pm
Tickets £18
Renowned for an action-packed explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy keep the spirit of rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, dominating stages worldwide. Attention to detail and that all important X-factor feeling of witnessing the real thing have led to their performance being described as “beyond tribute” by audience and critics alike. Expect more Celtic-influenced tracks like Whisky in the Jar and Black Rose amongst classic tracks such as The Boys are Back in Town, Sarah and many others from one of the most highly rated acts on the circuit.
"If you're sceptical about tribute acts, you won't be after seeing Limehouse Lizzy." Radio Times
Karnataka
Friday 10 February, 8pm
Tickets £13, £14
From powerful to ethereal, breathtaking to haunting, Karnataka’s music takes you on a never-to-be-forgotten journey. They rose to the forefront of new Celtic-inspired rock bands following the release of five critically acclaimed albums. Their latest release, The Gathering Light, won Best International Album at the World Web Awards. In 2011 Hayley Griffiths - lead vocalist with Riverdance and Michael Flatley’s Lord Of The Dance - joined the band. Hayley’s beautiful vocals have already brought her major success, winning Best Classical Crossover Artist in 2010.
“Symphonic and epic.” Empire
Drumming Workshops – Beginners Conga
Adult/Age15+ Workshop
Saturday 11 February 10am - 4pm
Course fee £32
For anyone new to hand drumming or interested in finding out more about conga drumming or Latin-American rhythms. We’ll look at basic techniques – including palm/finger movements and hand shapes for producing open tones, bass tones and slap, exercises for developing tone, independence and coordination. We’ll look at some Brazillian and Cuban rhythms, with parts for 1, 2 & 3 drums and how the individual lines fit together with bell patterns and the ‘clave’ rhythm. Ravin 'Raz' Jayasuriya is a professional percussionist and award winning tutor with over 20 years experience specialising in Cuban and Brazilian music. Conga drums kindly provided by Natal Percussion.
Mojito
Saturday 11 February, 8pm
Tickets £15
Mojito are a high-energy salsa band who bring you the true taste of Cuba. They play a scorching mix of salsa, timba, merengue, son, reggaeton and chachacha and have their own unique style guaranteed to pack the dancefloor that we’ll be creating specially for this event! This band likes to mix it up and they’re not afraid to experiment and push the boundaries – you will hear salsa with reggae, funk and hip-hop. In the same way as these styles influence the contemporary sounds of Cuba they also naturally feed into the sound of Mojito. Versatile and always grooving, their vibrant style and energy are guaranteed to provide an electric atmosphere wherever they go. Wear your dancing shoes!
MEAL DEAL
For an additional £13 per person you can enjoy A Taste of Latin America (vegetarian options available) served in Café in2. Please go to www.stables.org for menu details. Book in advance through the Box Office to reserve your table.
Emily Baker
Saturday 11 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Singer-songwriter Emily Baker is a passionate and honest storyteller with flashes of eccentric chat between songs, taking a slice of real life and serving it up with a melody. Emily released her debut album House of Cards to critical applause in 2011, touring with Chris Difford, Beth Rowley, Amy Wadge, Jon Allen and Gabriella Cilmi. Schoolmate Pete Doherty cited her as the person who first influenced him to pick up a guitar and she supported him at Bournemouth Opera House and the Hackney Empire. With new songs to share and a new chapter to start, Emily is thrilled to be invited to play at The Stables.
“Gorgeous emotional songwriting.” Tom Robinson (BBC 6music)
JAZZ MATTERS
Sunday 12 February 11.30am – 1pm
Tickets £5
Spend a couple of hours discussing all things jazz in these informal gatherings in Stage 2 at The Stables. Founded by The Stables’ Life President, Sir John Dankworth, Jazz Matters is hosted by invited special guests. A great way for people of all ages to learn more about jazz and share musical experiences.
The Lightning Seeds – A FEW TICKETS LEFT
Sunday 12 February, 8pm
Tickets £25
The Lightning Seeds have been entertaining audiences for over 20 years, and it’s easy to see why when witnessing their unmissable live performance. Ian Broudie conceived the band and penned the majority of the critically acclaimed debut album Cloudcuckooland, featuring the hit single Pure. The band’s 1994 album, Jollification, saw the Lightning Seeds garner the attention they rightly deserved, spawning the hit singles Lucky You, Change, Perfect and Marvellous. In 2006 they released of The Very Best of the Lightning Seeds and in 2010 the band returned to the live arena with a full UK tour.
The South
SOLD OUT
The Small Is Beautiful Tour
Monday 13 February, 8pm
Tickets £22.50
Rockin’ On Heaven’s Door
with special guest Linda Gail Lewis
Tuesday 14 February, 8pm
Tickets £21.50
This action-packed rock ’n’ roll show features guest stars Linda Gail Lewis (pictured), sister of legendary rock n roller Jerry Lee Lewis, and Linda’s daughter Anne Marie Dolan. The show covers all the great rock classics with spookily convincing portrayals of musical giants Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly. Now in its 14th fantastic year, ROHD has received acclaim throughout the UK and Europe. Backed by a superb five piece band, this show delivers the feel-good factor from start to finish.
Anna Massey & Mairearad Green
Tuesday 14 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Multi-instrumentalist award winners Mairearad Green (accordion and smallpipes) and Anna Massie (guitar, banjo, fiddle) are a captivating duo who provide a highly energetic performance. Individually, they can be seen performing with The Poozies, Blazin’ Fiddles, Karen Matheson, Bella Hardy, Box Club and Eddi Reader, and together in Scotland’s one and only Celtic big band, The Unusual Suspects. Mairearad and Anna share an innate understanding of Scottish music and having played together for eight years they have an intuitive approach to each other’s musical ideas and interpretations.
“There is an almost telepathic communication between the two musicians.” Hi-Arts
SambaSunda Quintet
Wednesday 15 February, 8pm
Tickets £12.50, students £9.50, family of 4 £38
Groundbreaking gamelan innovators SambaSunda have a flair for experimentation both forwards and backwards within their musical tradition. In their latest incarnation, Sambasunda strip down to a quintet, reflecting an enduring tradition of Sundanese music while at the same time creating something fresh, modern and original. The music is centred on the kacapi, a boat-shaped zither whose mellifluous tones have been heard in Sunda (West Java) for centuries. Its haunting and evocative sound connects to the Sundanese soul and poetry, often singing of displacement, longing and melancholy. Using kacapi, violin, suling (flute) and the unique tuned kendang drums to accompany truly stunning singer (and dancer!) Rita Tila, SambaSunda use an ancient repertoire to articulate a distinctly urban feeling suffused with a contemporary awareness of global sounds.
MEAL DEAL
For an additional £13 per person you can enjoy A Taste of Indonesia (vegetarian options available) served in Café in2. Please go to www.stables.org for menu details. Book in advance through the Box Office to reserve your table.
Screaming Blue Murder
Wednesday 15 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Presenting the comedy stars of tomorrow today! Tonight compere Andrew Bird introduces rising star Tony Cowards and headliner Mary Bourke. Lineup may be subject to change. May contain strong language and adult material. Cafe in2 is open until 8pm with any orders being taken after 7.30pm being served in the foyer. After 8pm light snacks will be available from the bar.
Botown: The Soul Of Bollywood
Thursday 16 February, 8pm
Tickets £17
Take a musical trip from Memphis to Mumbai with this ultra-funky new band that melts genres, cultures and sounds. Botown is a super-tight, feel-good soul band of multi-cultural musicians performing Bollywood grooves, reborn with a soul funk twist. Their genre-melting sound combines the glamour of Bollywood with raw soul power. Expect to hear music from James Brown, Sly Stone, Ray Charles & B B King alongside AR Rahman, RD Burman, Kishore Kumar, Asha Bhosla, Lata and many more. This band is committed to bringing the house down with every performance! They have their own troupe of sexy dancers and the band lineup features drums, bass, Indian percussion, horn section, guitar, male and female vocals and dhol, all completing the full Bollywood Soul Funk experience!
“Botown will take you back to the days of brilliant live gigs with its talented live musicians and who bring out the funkier side to Bollywood classics." Eastern Eye
MEAL DEAL
For an additional £13 per person you can enjoy A Taste of India (vegetarian options available) served in Café in2. Please go to www.stables.org for menu details. Book in advance through the Box Office to reserve your table.
Simon Callow: Charles Dickens and The Great Theatre of the World
SOLD OUT
Friday 17 February, 8pm
Tickets £16, £17.50
M1 Music Night: Martyna
Friday 17 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Following the success of her Oh Butterfly EP, rising jazz star Martyna returns with a new album for 2012. Profiled by Jazz FM as one of the UK's most acclaimed up and coming musicians, Martyna will be performing alongside the John Bowman Quartet playing original material from her new album alongside classic jazz standards.
“Martyna has an incredible voice.” BBC Radio 2
Melodeon Beginners with Simon Care
SOLD OUT
Adult/15+ workshop
Saturday 18 February 10am - 4pm
Course fee £36
Fairport Convention
Supported by Kieran Goss
Saturday 18 February, 8pm
Tickets £24.50
Hailed as the originators of British folk-rock, Fairport Convention celebrates its forty-fifth anniversary as one of the most entertaining bands on the live music scene. This year's winter tour will feature songs from Fairport's most recent studio album, the critically acclaimed Festival Bell. The band has a vast repertoire to draw on - this concert will include favourites chosen by audiences as well as the new material. There will also be an opening set from gifted singer-songwriter Kieran Goss. Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music an evening with Fairport Convention will surprise and delight you.
LIVE JAZZ MATTERS
19 February 11:30am – 1.45pm
Once a month Jazz Matters goes live in Stage 2 with music from invited artists, so come and enjoy some stunning live jazz on a Sunday morning.
The Yuriy Galkin Nonet
Sunday 19 February, 8pm
Tickets £12.50
Yuriy Galkin is a brilliant acoustic and electric bass player with a great sound, technique and time feeling. He has gained recognition for his extraordinary compositional skills, winning the 2007 UK Composition Competition (led by Tim Garland) and the prestigious Dankworth Composition Prize for his tune Evolvent in 2010. In 2008, Yuriy formed the Yuriy Galkin Nonet, performing his original compositions. The line-up includes the cream of the jazz crop - Freddie Gavita (trumpet, flugelhorn), Quentin Collins (trumpet), Jon Stokes (trombone), Dafydd Williams (alto sax), George Crowley (tenor sax), Tamar Osborn (baritone and soprano saxes, bass clarinet), John Turville (piano) and Dave Hamblett (drums). In early 2012 the Yuriy Galkin Nonet releases its debut album Nine Of A Kind and joins us touring this new work.
“…A whimsically drifting, Carla Bley-like atmosphere and shrewd contrapuntal development.” The Guardian
JAZZ NIGHT SPECIAL
Get the pizza or pasta of your choice with salad from the buffet table and a glass of wine, bottled beer or draught soft drink for just £12 per person. Vegetarian options available. Served in Café in2. Slices of pizza and other snacks also available across the bar. Go to www.stables.org for menu details.
Nick Lowe
Supported by Geraint Watkins
Tuesday 21 February, 8pm
Tickets £25
Nick Lowe, is an English singer-songwriter, musician and producer. A pivotal figure in UK pub rock, punk rock and new wave, Lowe has recorded a string of well-reviewed solo albums. Along with vocals, Lowe plays guitar, bass guitar, piano and harmonica. He is best known for his songs (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding (a hit for Elvis Costello) Cruel to Be Kind (a US Top 40 single) and I Love the Sound of Breaking Glass. In March 2009 he released a 49 track CD/DVD compilation of songs spanning his entire career, entitled Quiet Please... The New Best of Nick Lowe.
Steve Knightley
Supported by Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin
Wednesday 22 February, 8pm
Tickets £16
Steve Knightley is the songwriting force behind Show of Hands, widely acclaimed as the finest acoustic roots duo in England. He is renowned for his strong, trademark narrative songs which reflect the escapades, hopes and fears not only of people in his native West Country but beyond and he pulls no punches when writing about bigger global issues. Steve continues his success as a solo artist with his annual tour and has released 4 solo albums. The latest, Live In Somerset, was recorded in early 2011.
“One of England’s greatest songwriters.” BBC Radio 2
YolanDa Brown
Thursday 23 February, 8pm
Tickets £16.50
Double MOBO Award-winning saxophonist YolanDa Brown is widely regarded as the emerging voice of mainstream jazz in the UK. She is one of our most exciting, in-demand live performers, touring with The Temptations, Errol Brown, Courtney Pine and Diana Krall and collaborating with Mica Paris and Soweto Kinch. She also appears as part of Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. She is a celebrity ambassador for HRH The Prince of Wales and The Prince’s Trust and appears here at The Stables with her full live band and backing vocalists.
Sticky Wicket & His Swing Orchestra present
“We Got Rhythm”
Friday 24 February, 8pm
Tickets £20
An all-star swing show and drum ’n’ dance spectacular hosted by Mr John Bly from BBC TV’s Antiques Roadshow (come and see John as you’ve never seen him before!) and featuring top international big band drummer Garry Allcock, piano man James “Boogie Blues” Bly and special guests the incredible Attic Cats lindy hop dance group. The Orchestra is led by ex-Chris Barber drummer Sticky Wicket and is a top attraction at 1940s events, festivals and on the British swing dance scene. For this concert Sticky is proud to present the orchestra’s wonderful new vocalist Linda Morris.
Jordan Reyne
Friday 24 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door
Jordan Reyne’s live shows - described by one promoter recently as folk noir - are a layered mix of acoustic guitar riffs, found sounds and real life folk tales. Jordan's taste for innovation brings to mind Imogen Heap, while her love of folk rock and Celtic melody draws from the likes of Dead Can Dance and Sinead O’ Connor. She has the power to lure and fascinate, ¬to pull the listener into a world of bloodlust and haunted past lives. Jordan embarks on her first UK tour supporting her new album Children Of A Factory Nation.
"I'd be loath to categorize music this original. PJ Harvey springs to mind, but the style is 100% Jordan’s. Her vocals are astounding." The Mix
The Red Bullets
Saturday 25 February, 8pm
Tickets £14.50
The Red Bullets are returning to The Stables after a couple of years away whilst they have been writing and recording their debut album with producers Chris Porter and Gavin Monaghan. This show will be one of the first times they will have performed the whole album live along with many of your favourite Red Bullets songs spanning the past four and a half years. They will be joined by some special guests.
Hedna’s: The Vintage Nightclub
SOLD OUT
Promoted by Harry & Edna Vintage Sweethearts
Saturday 25 February, 8.45pm Stage 2
Tickets 16 Oct – 08 Jan £12.50, 09 Jan – 24 Feb £14.50, £16 on the door
Steve Hackett
SOLD OUT
Sunday 26 February, 8pm
Tickets £28.50
Stile Antico
Wednesday 29 February, 8pm
(Free pre-concert talk 7pm)
Tickets £12.50, £17.50, students £5, family of 4 £30 & £40
Stile Antico is an ensemble of young British singers and one of the most exciting new vocal groups. Here they embark on a fascinating exploration of stunning yet neglected music; the wealth of Tudor and Jacobean sacred music written for private performance. Not only does this music chart a course through a period of remarkable historical and religious events, but it gets to the heart of the original concept of chamber music – music-making by a small of group of people in a private dwelling - inviting audiences to eavesdrop on this profound and moving musical experience.
“An ensemble of young British singers, pure of voice, their texture thick and sweet as pudding.” LA Times
Chris Ramsey: Offermation
SOLD OUT
Wednesday 29 February, 8.45pm
Tickets £10
The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, Milton Keynes MK17 8LU
Box office: 01908 280800
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