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John Adams Band

John Adams is a Welsh singer-songwriter whose powerful, emotive vocals and deeply personal songs create intimate, quietly captivating live shows — ideal for a romantic evening out. Blending stripped-back acoustic arrangements with subtle modern production, his music sits comfortably between contemporary pop and the evocative folk he was raised on, exploring love, connection, and vulnerability in a way that feels both personal and widely relatable. A favourite of BBC Radio 2, Adams has built a substantial global following, amassing over 250 million streams across his releases. You may have heard his music featured on major TV shows including Love Island, I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and The Voice. His songwriting has also caught the attention of other artists, with recent cuts recorded by Calum Scott. His live performances have earned praise from Clare Balding (BBC Radio 2), Gary Barlow, and Carol Vorderman, who described his shows as “Sensational.” With over a decade of live experience, sold-out UK tours, and support slots alongside major artists, John Adams delivers a live show that is both emotionally resonant and effortlessly engaging. Come and experience John Adams live — where these songs are at their most powerful www.johnadamsmusic.co.uk

Thu 8 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Dire Streets (A Tribute To Dire Straits)

THIS EVENT IS SEATED CABARET Back to Chapel Arts for the 6th time - every year 'Sold Out early' Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. For over a decade, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK. No other Dire Streets tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live. The six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a stunning show that fulfils their mission of doing justice to one of the most original and talented bands the UK has ever produced. The band makes no attempt to look like the original so no headbands or pink suits, just brilliant songs skilfully played with the enthusiasm and respect they deserve. About Dire Straits Dire Straits were one of the major guitar-based bands of the late 70s.

Fri 9 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Filkin's Drift

"Committed and fascinating” BBC 6 Music's Cerys Matthews Filkin's Drift reimagine traditional melodies through pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar tunes, and boundless improvisation. Their 870 mile foot-powered-tour, described as 'committed and fascinating' by BBC 6 Music's Cerys Matthews, has recently propelled them into the spotlight. This radical approach to sustainable touring has earned the duo global attention from major news outlets including BBC News, Billboard, The i, Radio New Zealand, Canadian Broadcasting Company, and The Times. The debut album from Filkin’s Drift captures the essence of their 870 mile walk, ‘weaving together a tapestry of shared experiences’ (Songlines). Their compositions are sophisticated, yet rooted in tradition. From delicate Welsh folk-songs to traditional English dance tunes, the pair blend fiddle and guitar with their ‘gorgeous close vocal harmonies’ (Folk Radio UK). Seth Bye and Chris Roberts have earned widespread acclaim with extensive national airtime on BBC Radio 2, 3, 4, 6 Music, and BBC World Service. Renowned for their live performances, characterised as 'utterly mesmerizing' (Bristol 24/7) and 'hugely entertaining' (RnR), the duo have enchanted audiences across the UK including FolkEast, Warwick Folk Festival, St George’s Bristol, and Llangollen International Eisteddfod. Filkin’s Drift are dedicated to exploring innovative avenues in music creation.

Wed 14 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Honey & the Bear Duo

Honey & the Bear have been a tour de force on the UK Folk Festival circuit in recent years. The British folk and roots duo combine delicately interweaving vocal harmonies with emotive and evocative songwriting. With a diverse range of sounds and textures, and rhythms that flow from the fast and furious to gentle ballads, their live performances are spirited and dynamic. Conjuring stories in song, they have been enchanting audiences up and down the country with tales of Suffolk folklore, courageous people they admire and their passion for nature. The multi-instrumentalist, husband and wife team comprised of songwriters Jon Hart (guitar, bass, bouzouki) and Lucy Hart (guitar, ukulele, bass, banjo, mandolin & percussion), are often joined on-stage by band guests Evan Carson (percussion), Toby Shaer (Fiddle/Flutes/Whistles) and Archie Churchill-Moss (diatonic button accordion) who feature on all three Honey & The Bear studio albums. Together they have played at many revered venues and festivals across the UK and most recently, the duo sang live on the BBC Radio 3's In Tune programme in December 2025. They are currently working on their next studio album which is due for release in April 2026. In November 2023 they released 'Away Beyond the Fret', their most personal album yet, featuring stories and folklore of all things close to their heart including their home in Suffolk, nature, family, history and community.

Thu 15 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Duke Special

By nature, Duke Special (aka Belfast's Peter Wilson) is a curious person. He is curious about music, theatre, books, poetry, art, love, life, redemption, death and 78RPM records. All of this is evidenced by the variety of musical adventures throughout his career. He has released 14 albums and EPs, toured all over the world and has been involved in a diverse array of other projects, including writing the music for Deborah Warner’s critically acclaimed 2009 production of Mother Courage and Her Children at London’s National Theatre and being commissioned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to write a series of original songs based on photographs for their exhibition of the photographers Stieglitz, Steichen and Strand. In the world of theatre, since Mother Courage, Duke has written music for four shows with Andrew Doyle: Gulliver’s Travels (BYMT, 2015), Paperboy, (BYMT, 2017), Huckleberry Finn (Lyric Theatre, Belfast, 2018), and Breadboy (BYMT 2022) and with Bob Kelly: Breakfast on Pluto (Landmark Productions and Galway International Arts Festival, in development). Performing live is still one of Duke Special's main passions, and over the years he has played to captive audiences across the world.

Fri 16 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Roving Crows

“Celtic Rock powerhouse” Roving Crows are an Irish Folk Rock band who deliver the goods with unbounded amounts of riotous energy and banter. The Crows started their journey when a guitarist from Kildare and a fiddle player from Cheltenham, via Donegal, met at a festival in 2007. The music flowed and they’ve not stopped since, with 5 albums under their belt and several national and international awards, this, now 4 piece, are an awe-inspiring force on stage - unstoppable and passionate. This Irish group seamlessly marry humour, provocative lyrics , traditional Irish tunes and rock to entertain and bring the listener on a ride that they won’t want to get off! They make a hell of a noise for 4 people! The band, now based in Herefordshire & Worcestershire, have wowed crowds at festivals and venues across the UK, Australia, France and the Netherlands! They are a MUST SEE live act; a mix of fiery fiddle playing and conscious lyrics alongside driving drums and punching bass lines. Roving Crows are - Paul O’Neill (guitar and lead vocals); Caitlin Barrett (fiddle and vocals); Laurence Aldridge (drums and vocals) and Jim Smith (bass and vocals). Their passion and energy on stage is infectious, never failing to deliver a great time with their vibrant live show!

Sat 17 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Blue Rose Code Duo - 'East Of Eden Tour'

“A set of almost religious intensity and sincerity. Wilson makes widescreen soul in the spirit of Van Morrison, and was full of the holy fire of live performance.” – The Times 2022 “Ravishingly beautiful, a burnished blaze of Caledonian Soul, muted jazz and poetic recitation” – UNCUT 2023 ***** “Jubilant, prayerful, compassionate, Caledonian soul maestro Ross Wilson’s latest iteration of his Blue Rose Code band sees his songs bursting with heart” – The Scotsman 2024 “An expert ensemble, led by Edinburgh singer-songwriter Ross Wilson, brought the spontaneity and informality of an after-hours pub session to the Pavilion Theatre. The effect was both stirring and meditative.” – The Spectator 2025 “One of the moments of this year’s festivals. Nothing short of sublime.” – The Herald 2025 Following headline performances in ‘24 at Cambridge Folk Festival and Gate To Southwell with his nine-piece Caley Soul band as well as a sold out bravura show for Celtic Connections at Glasgow’s 1,400 cap Pavillion Theatre, Wilson has spent the last few months reconnecting with his roots in live club performance. Touring solo, duo, or quartet in 2025, the shows have workshopped new songs for 2026’s new Blue Rose Code studio album.

Thu 22 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Emma Stevens Band plus support, Rachael Sage

Emma Stevens' music breathes life and honesty, pulling a genre apart stich-by-stich and re-assembling it brilliantly to her own specifications, in the process capturing a sound so unique, it's purity inescapable. After 4 BBC Radio 2 playlists, an iTunes single of the week, and over 40 synchs on TV in the UK, Emma's profile then exploded in China following her track, A Place Called You being featured on a prime-time TV show watched by over 75 million viewers (the track has since amassed over 700 million streams). Her song "Keep Dreaming" has turned into a viral sensation on TikTok and Instagram, with over 1 million uses. Emma has supported The Feeling, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Wet Wet Wet, Take That, Train, Simply Red, Eagle Eye Cherry and Passenger, and her music has had millions of streams on Spotify and Youtube. Emma will be bringing her band on the road for this tour, expect ear worms galore! "A Very Talented Multi Instrumentalist" The Telegraph www.emmastevensmusic.com Rachael Sage Rachael Sage is a soulful vocalist, innovative multi-instrumentalist and award-winning singer/songwriter and producer from NY who has earned a loyal international following for her dynamic piano playing, delicate guitar work, and improvisational audience interaction. A six-time Independent Music Award winner, Sage has toured with an eclectic list of artists including Howard Jones, Beth Hart, Ani DiFranco, and Grammy® winners Shawn Colvin and Judy Collins – with whom she also recorded a...

Fri 23 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Bootleg Bee Gees

This event is seated cabaret  with a dance floor! Bootleg Bee Gees celebrate 25 years on the road with a special show at Chapel Arts Centre - back by popular demand! Come and join in the fun as the group perform all the Bee Gees classics from Saturday Night Fever (including Stayin' Alive, More Than a Woman, Night Fever), plus Sixties favourites like Massachusetts and Words. Don't forget the massive eighties hits written by the Gibb brothers and performed by other stars, such as Chain Reaction (Diana Ross), Islands in the Stream (Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton), Grease (Frankie Valli) and Tragedy (Steps). www.bootlegbeegees.co.uk www.facebook.com/bootlegbeegees

Sat 24 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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"The Better Together Tour" with Katy Hurt & Two Ways Home

"The only thing better than doing what you love is doing it with your friends...and we really love hitting the road and playing some shows!" UK Country/Americana standouts Two Ways Home and Katy Hurt are joining forces this Autumn and are proud to present "The Better Together Tour." Hitting the road across the UK this October and November, the "Better Together" tour throws the traditional headline format out of the window. Instead of a standard back-to-back lineup, expect a fully collaborative experience from start to finish. Fans will get the best of both worlds: high-energy full-band performances, intimate acoustic moments and the exclusive live debut of brand-new music. Fans of the harmony drenched magic of Fleetwood Mac and the roots/rock storytelling of Sheryl Crow will find themselves your tickets now! Katy Hurt Katy Hurt is a trailblazing artist whose blend of Country, Rock and Americana has earned her chart-topping singles, international tours and praise from critics and fans alike. With a voice that can move from delicate to defiant in a heartbeat and a knack for vivid storytelling, her debut album "Gimme A Break”, produced by Juno Award-winner Murray Pulver (Doc Walker, The Bros. Landreth) and released May 23rd 2025, has cemented her place as one of the most vital voices in UK country. Born in London and raised in the US, Katy was inspired by icons like Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, The Eagles and Patsy Cline.

Fri 30 Oct20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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An Dannsa Dub

Future Dub from Ancient Scotland Formed in 2020, An Dannsa Dub (led by Tom Spirals and Euan McLaughlin) have been making waves. Twice nominated for Live Act of the Year at the Scots Trad Awards as well as the '23 SAMAs, the band has garnered critical acclaim for their ability to seamlessly blend the mystical sounds of Gaelic song and traditional Scottish instruments with the pulsating rhythms and deep basslines of digital dub. An Dannsa Dub have electrified crowds across the UK festival circuit and beyond, including Glastonbury Festival, Celtic Connections, Dubcamp (France), and Goa Sunsplash (India). Their distinctive sound, fuelled by top-tier musicians, continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Following the success of their self-titled EP ('21), which received airplay on BBC from Don Letts, Craig Charles, Tom Robinson and more, their debut album ‘Air An Turas’ ('23) further solidified their global presence. The album’s unique collaborations with artists like Cian Finn and Lana Pheutan earned critical acclaim, rave reviews, plays across the BBC and led to extensive tour dates. 2025’s ‘Through The Storm’ marks a major evolution for An Dannsa Dub, boasting stellar coproduction from the don, GAUDI and mixed by dubmaster Paolo Baldini Dubfiles, along with an array of exciting guest features, including Junior Dread, Lewis McLaughlin, Josie Duncan, Horseman, corto.alto and Rachel Newton.

Thu 5 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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This Flight Tonight - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell (Full Band)

SEATED CABARET Return show following sell-out performances An intimate acoustic Tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell Acclaimed singer/songwriters Zervas & Pepper present 'This Flight Tonight' an intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell. Featuring songs such as 'California', 'Blue', 'Woodstock' 'Both Sides Now', 'Coyote', 'Big Yellow Taxi', 'A Case Of You', and many more.. Joni Mitchell is one of the most influential artists of the modern age, rising to stardom in the late 1960's, Her music and songwriting is the jewel in the crown of the Woodstock generation. Bursting onto the scene with a sound entirely her own, Joni earned the respect of her musical peers and the love of her audiences Worldwide. Joni would go on to mine the depths of her emotive landscape and push the boundaries of songcraft and artistry for over five decades. Mitchell's albums and songs are widely recognised as masterpieces, standards that would become the soundtrack to the lives of countless fans throughout the world and continue to draw and inspire new generations of fans. Zervas & Pepper are Welsh Singer/Songwriters Paul Zervas and Kathryn Pepper that have been creating and performing original music for over a decade professionally.

Fri 6 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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John Hackett Band with special guest Heather Findlay

The John Hackett Band embodies the spirit of progressive rock. From John’s pastoral flute textures, through the funky interplay between drummer Duncan Parsons and bassist Jeremy Richardson to the intricacies of Nick Fletcher’s lead guitar the group embrace pop, rock, jazz, classical, funk and all stops in-between, from the tenderest of ballads to hair-raising instrumental workouts! John Hackett has been a much-loved and admired figure in the progressive rock scene since the mid-70’s; best-known for his flute work with his brother, former Genesis guitarist, Steve Hackett on albums such as Voyage of The Acolyte, Please Don’t Touch and Spectral Mornings alongside his own solo albums Checking Out Of London, Another Life and The Piper Plays His Tune 2025 saw the release of their acclaimed second album, Red Institution and a tour taking the band from Glasgow to Penzance, Colchester to Oswestry; thrilling audiences with brand new tracks alongside classic Hackett material from the heyday of progressive rock. The 2026 tour is equally extensive, concluding with a run of dates in Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands. The band is delighted to be sharing the stage with such diverse and imaginative talents as Heather Findlay, Olga Dikajee, Dorie Jackson and EBB. Heather Findlay Known for her magical, evocative voice and an ability to interpret and inhabit a range of styles with a mix of power and feeling, Heather Findlay is one of the finest vocalists working in music today.

Sat 7 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Ruth Trimble (solo)

Northern Ireland's singer songwriter Ruth Trimble is doing her first UK tour since 2018 to promote her latest album 'Peace Of Mind'. She has toured the UK many times as a multi instrumentalist with artists such as Olivia Newton John, Beth Nielsen Chapman and Judie Tzuke, but rarely tours her own music. Don't miss this opportunity to hear her songs and stories live. "This album is a gem. It so beautifully reflects the lovely person Ruth is - funny, deep and caring." Bob Harris BBCRadio2, on 'Peace Of Mind' https://www.ruthtrimble.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ruthtrimblemusic

Thu 12 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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Flats & Sharps

Flats & Sharps are back with a powerful new chapter. Relaunching with an expanded line-up, the Cornish bluegrass outfit deliver music that’s punchy, precise and impossible to ignore. Born on the coast and raised on the road, they’ve built a reputation for lightning-fast picking, pristine vocal harmonies and an electrifying live show. With deep roots in Cornwall and fans across the globe. Flats & Sharps are driving their sound into an exciting new era. Flats & Sharps are a five-piece British bluegrass band originally from the deep southwest….. Cornwall. They’ve been thrilling audiences with tasteful musicianship, powerful harmonies and high energy for over a decade. From their humble beginnings busking on the rainy streets of Penzance as teenagers to playing sell out shows across the globe and incredible venues such as The Royal Albert Hall. The boys have played hundreds of major festivals across the UK, Europe, Australia and the U.S., they’ve built a reputation as one of the UK’s standout acts. Known for their mix of traditional bluegrass roots and fresh original songwriting, their live shows are a blend of virtuosity, humour, and raw passion that leave crowds smiling and wanting more. Looking ahead, Flats & Sharps are embarking on their most ambitious chapter yet.

Fri 13 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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New Amen Corner - Bringing on Back The 60's

New Amen Corner with their touring show Bringing On Back The 60's The show is a fast moving ride through the era, which bought us the mini car, the mini skirt & exceptional music. The authentic sound of the 60s with New Amen Corner. It's a show with that real feel good factor. New Amen Corner are currently one of the most popular sixties bands on the scene with multiple UK & European tours under their belts and have backed and toured with many sixties legends such as Peter Noone, Chip Hawkes, Cliff Bennett, Chris Farlowe and from across the pond American Legends Brian Hyland & Chris Montez. www.Glenleon.com https://facebook.com/thenewamencorner

Fri 20 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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'Let us take you to Paris' performed by Fifi La Mer & Oliver Wilby

'Let us take you to Paris' offers an immersive experience of French music, featuring iconic works from artists like Edith Piaf, Charles Trenet, Django Reinhardt, Sydney Bechet and Serge Gainsbourg. The show is guided by Parisian-born Fifi La Mer, who sings and plays accordion, and Oliver Wilby, who performs on clarinet, tenor saxophone and accordion. Together they bring a unique blend of French musical history, covering a century of Parisian tunes, while sharing captivating tales of romance, mystery, and heartache associated with the City of Lights. Fifi and Oliver have gained recognition through sold-out shows at venues like Ronnie Scott's and various theatres across the country. Oliver has also performed with prestigious ensembles such as the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Ray Gelato and BBC Big Band. Their engaging performance has been featured in the NatWest advertising campaign. Audience testimonials praise the show for its captivating music, entertaining storytelling, and the charming, talented duo's ability to create an exiting and enjoyable atmosphere. The performance promises a charismatic, authentic taste of Paris through its distinctive musical arrangements and rich historical context.

Thu 26 Nov20:00Chapel Arts Centre

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