October—November kind stranger. 2016 - Amazon S3 · Leeds Irish Arts Foundation Registered Charity No. 1101657 Company Limited by Guarantee in England & Wales No. 4927919 The twelfth

Leeds Irish Arts Foundation Registered Charity No. 1101657 Company Limited by Guarantee in England & Wales No. 4927919

The twelfth Leeds Gathering festival is a celebration of Irish music and arts, throughout October and November 2016. We’ve tried our very best to bring you the finest examples of traditional and contemporary Irish arts, we’re sure you’ll enjoy it…

Main image: The Providence by Gerry Hughes

October—November 2016

Well… You’re welcome here kind stranger.

From October— November 2016From October—

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Tuesday 18th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

12.15PM

Tuesday Irish Elders Club…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Includes bingo and refreshments. This Tuesday features music from Irish Arts musicians Gerry Brownridge and Kevin Mullowney. Contact Leeds Irish Centre for details on how to join on 0113 2480887. www.theleedsirishcentre.co.uk Leeds Irish Centre, York Road Leeds LS9 9NT

Tuesday 18th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

7.00PM

Traditional Irish Music Workshop………………………………………………………………………………………………….

TIN WHISTLE: GRACE KELLYIN ASSOCIATION WITH LEEDS CCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

FREE WORKSHOPGrace Kelly is an outstanding whistle player from Manchester. She comes from a family steeped in Irish music and was awarded 1st place in the All Ireland Tin Whistle competition in the Senior All Ireland category in 1993. Grace won the inaugural Miltown Malbay Songwriting Competition with her song Down at the Willie Clancy Week and is in constant demand in her home town as well as at festivals all over the world. Suitable for junior musicians at an intermediate to more advanced level.Leeds Irish Centre, York Road Leeds LS9 9NT

The Leeds Gathering Festival Educational Tour………………………………………………………………………….

Throughout the festival and during the academic year a team of tutors from the Irish Arts Foundation will visit a number of primary schools in Leeds. We deliver workshops on Irish music, dance and arts as well as background on Ireland and the Irish in Britain. If your school would be interested in hosting a workshop please contact [email protected]

EducationWednesday 12th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

7.30PM

SALTAIRELIVE PRESENTS

WE BANJO 3 plus support…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

The Celtgrass sensation from Ireland who have been taking the US and the European Festival scene by storm with their high-energy songs and tunes, blending together Irish and bluegrass styles. This will be their only English show of 2016 — crossing Offa’s Dyke for one night in the midst of their October tour of Welsh concert venues.TICKETS £15.00www.jumborecords.co.uk Please note that Jumbo add a booking feeVictoria Hall, Victoria Road Saltaire BD18 3JSwww.saltairelive.co.uk

October Events

Wed 12th Oct We Banjo 3

Fri 14th Oct Doolin’

Friday 14th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

8.30PM

IRISH ARTS FOUNDATION PRESENTS

Doolin’…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Founded in 2005 in Toulouse, France, Doolin’ is considered one of the most innovative groups in the Irish music scene today. The band goes beyond the borders of traditional music with its modern approach, its energy and the diversity of its influences — folk, pop-rock, jazz and funk… They’re not only acclaimed in Ireland amongst connoisseurs of traditional music but also have a constantly growing and faithful fan base with whom they share their passion for Irish music. They’ve just come back from Nashville where they recorded their new album at Compass Record’s with John Doyle as an artistic producer. The energy, sensitivity, joyfulness and virtuosity of its six musicians and ability to enthuse and inspire audiences from the most intimate gigs to major festivals make Doolin’ an essential band.www.doolin.fr£ PWYF (PAY WHAT YOU FEEL)The New Headingley Club, St Michael’s RoadLeeds LS6 3BG

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Saturday 29th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

2.30PM

Tutors’ Concert…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

After extensive refurbishment, The Bridge Inn is now the brewery tap for Kirkstall Brewery. Today we feature performances from Niall Kenny and Cormac Byrne (see above). We are also delighted to welcome Debbie Garvey, a well-known button accordion player and tutor from Manchester. Debbie was taught by Co. Longford based musician Peter Carberry, before going on to develop her own widely recognised unique style. Over the past number of years Debbie has hosted regular sessions locally and has appeared at festivals in London and Ireland. She has recently performed at the Sligo Live festival, Celtic Connections and The Carousel Sessions in Manchester.FREE EVENTThe Cellar Bar, Kirkstall Bridge Inn, Bridge RoadLeeds LS5 3BWwww.kirkstallbridge.co.uk

Sunday 30th October………………………………………………………………………………………………….

1.00PM

Irish Dancing at Chapel Allerton Farmers Market…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

This popular monthly event features a dancing display from the Chapel Allerton based Noonan School of Irish Dancing.FREE EVENTThe Three Hulats, 13 Harrogate RoadLeeds LS7 3NB

Sat 29th OctNiall Kenny

Sat 29th OctDebbie Garvey

Sat 29th OctCormac Byrne

Monday 24th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

8.30PM

Leeds University Union Folk Society Session…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

The Leeds University Union ‘FolkSoc’ organise a number of regular and on-off events throughout the academic year. Come down to find out more!http://groupspaces.com/folksoc/FREE EVENTThe Pack Horse, Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9DX

Wednesday 26th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

10.30AM

Irish Elders Coffee Morning…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

A regular event, this week featuring live Irish music.For information contact Leeds Irish Health & Homes on 0113 262 5614 or visit www.lihh.orgSt Anthony’s Parish Hall, Old Lane, Beeston Leeds LS11 7AA

Friday 28th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

10.00AM

Why the Irish Settled in Leeds IN COLLABORATION WITH LEEDS MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

The 1152 Club meet every other Friday to listen to guest speakers on a variety of fascinating topics. On this occasion we feature a presentation from Anna Walsh who is completing a PHD Study of the Irish community in Leeds at The Department of Irish Studies, The University of Liverpool. FREE EVENTKirkstall Abbey Visitors Centre, Abbey Road Leeds LS5 3EH

Saturday 29th October…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

12.45PM

Traditional Irish Music Workshops…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

We advise early arrival, as places will be filled on a first come — first served basis. Suitable for adults and juniors at an intermediate to more advanced level. ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

FIDDLE: DES HURLEY …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

WOODEN FLUTE: NIALL KENNY…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Niall Kenny is a well-established flute player who grew up in Edinburgh. His earliest influences were through his parents, from Tubercurry, Co. Sligo, and through extended family in Donegal. He was heavily involved in the vibrant Scottish/ Irish Edinburgh music scene in the 1980’s and 90’s where his Sligo/Donegal influences seemed to be particularly at home. He has played with a number of Scottish bands, toured widely, and has composed a number of tunes that are now firmly in the traditional repertoire. Kirkstall Abbey House Museum, Abbey WalkLeeds LS5 3EH…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

BODHRÁN: CORMAC BYRNEIN ASSOCIATION WITH HONEYDRUM WORLD MUSIC…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Cormac Byrne, a bodhrán player and percussionist from Co. Waterford, Ireland won the BBC Young Folk Award and was winner of the BBC Fame Academy Arts Bursary in 2006. Throughout his career he has performed with many of the greats including Michael McGoldrick, Solas, Pól Brennan (Clannad), Val Doonican, The RTE Concert Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra and The Chieftains.www.honeydrum.co.ukKirkstall Abbey Visitors Centre, Abbey Road Leeds LS5 3EH

www.irisharts.org.uk 0113 278 7442October Events

Tuesday 1st November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

9.15PM

Traditional Irish Music Session …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Featuring local musicians, Harry Scurfield (concertina), Karen Lacy-Roberts (fiddle), PJ Boyle (button accordion) and friends.FREE EVENTThe Old Cock 11-13 Crossgate Otley LS21 1AAwww.theoldcockotley.co.uk

Thursday 3rd November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

8.30PM

IN COLLABORATION WITH LES PANARD DANSANTS

Traditional Breton Music Session …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

The Chemic has established itself as a venue for live music and sessions in Leeds. Tonight we feature a session of music predominantly from Brittany. There have been close ties between the music and musicians of Brittany and Ireland over the years, demonstrated by events such as the annual Inter-Celtique Festival in Lorient; we are delighted to continue to celebrate these links in Leeds this year at the Gathering Festival. www.frenchdanceleeds.co.ukFREE EVENTThe Chemic Tavern, Johnston StreetLeeds LS6 2NGwww.thechemictavern.co.uk

November EventsFriday 4th November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

NOONOver 55’s Day Club…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

New people are always welcome to join the relaxed Irish environment at the Montague Burton Resource Centre. Lunch is provided and to celebrate the Leeds Gathering Festival, this week, musicians from the Irish Arts Foundation will deliver a showcase of Irish music. For information contact Leeds Irish Health & Homes on 0113 262 5614 www.lihh.orgMontague Burton Resource Centre Banstead Street West, Roundhay RoadLeeds LS8 5RU

Saturday 5th November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

12.45PM

A conversation with Ivan Miletitch…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

An essential event for anyone interested in guitar and bouzouki accompaniment in Irish traditional music. Originally from Paris where he immersed himself in the Irish and Breton music sessions, guitar and bouzouki player Ivan Miletitch, has been widely acknowledged amongst his musical contemporaries, as being an extremely influential and inspirational figure. He has sensitively introduced Balkan and Breton musical influences within his Irish musical accompaniment. Suitable for adults at an intermediate to more advanced level.FREE EVENTThe Chemic Tavern, Johnston StreetLeeds LS6 2NG

Sunday 6th November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

2.30PM

Traditional Irish Music Session …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Featuring junior musicians from the Leeds branch of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann (Irish Musicians Assoc.)FREE EVENTThe Manor House, Walkergate, Otley LS21 1HB

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8.00PM DOORS 7.30PM

HEE HAW SESSIONS PRESENTS

Colm Mac Con Iomaire plus guest support…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Colm is traditionally known as the fiddle player from The Frames/Glen Hansard, having been an integral member of the band for the last twenty six years. In recent times he’s been carving out a name for him- self as a solo artist with two critically acclaimed albums under his belt and a composer for TV, film & theatre. His critically acclaimed second Album And Now The Weather was recently shortlisted for the Choice Music Prize ‘album of the year’. …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

“These are tunes that are effortlessly cinematic, conjuring images of weather-beaten coastlines and vast green expanses… a consistently beautiful and frequently incandescent collection” THE IRISH TIMES (ALBUM OF THE WEEK) …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

He also works as a composer for film and theatre which has allowed him to progress and mature as an orchestrator of his own compositions. Colm is currently working on his second Movie feature soundtrack, which is due for release later this year. Buy Tickets on 0113 245 5570Buy Online: www.jumborecords.co.ukTICKETS: £10 ADVANCE (+STBF)The Games Room, Brudenell Social Club, Queens Rd Leeds LS6 1NY

Friday 11th November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

8.00PM

The Jacquelyn Hynes TrioIN ASSOCIATION WITH MEWL MUSIC…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

This internationally acclaimed folk flautist is joined by Steph West (harp) and J Eoin (guitar and vocals), both renowned musicians in their own right. An enchanting and intimate evening of traditional and contemporary Irish folk music, back at Seven Arts for a very welcome return.…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

“Innovation and imagination.” IRISH POST…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

www.jacquelynhynes.comwww.j-eoin.comwww.stephwest.co.ukwww.mewlmusic.comTICKETS: ADV. (STBF) £8 | DOOR £10www.ticketsource.co.uk/sevenleedsSeven Artspace, 31a Harrogate Road Leeds LS7 3PD

Fri 11th NovThe Jacquelyn Hynes TrioThe Jacquelyn Hynes Trio

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All details are correct as of 1st October 2016. The Irish Arts Foundation reserves the right to amend any programme details.

Sunday 20th November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

8.00PM

Dr Lovegun & The Groove Hoovers…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

A collective of musicians that came together through the thriving traditional Irish music scene in London. Presenting high-octane music tonight features members of The London Lasses, Crossharbour, The Dohl Foundation and The Long Notes. For any of you who came to see Crossharbour at the Courthouse in 2014, this night promises to be another sell out event. The line up includes Brian Kelly (banjo), Mark Conyard (Fiddle), Tad Sargent (bodhrán & bouzouki), Sam Proctor (fiddle), Chris O’Malley (piano) and Ben Gunnery (fiddle). There will also be guest musicians on the night. For more information see www.irisharts.org.ukTICKETS: £ 10 ON THE DOOR or www.ticketsource.co.uk (booking fee added)Otley Courthouse, Courthouse StreetOtleyLS21 3AN01943 [email protected]

Mon 14th NovMon 14th NovThe LobsterThe Lobster

Monday 14th November…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

8.00PM

The Leeds Gathering Film Event: The LobsterIN ASSOCIATION WITH SCREEN SEVEN…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Dir: Yorgos Lanthimos, 2015, UK, 1hr 59minStars: Colin Farrell, Rachel Weisz, Jessica BardenColin Farrell stars as David, a man who has just been dumped by his wife. To make matters worse, David lives in a society where single people have 45 days to find true love, or else they are turned into the animal of their choice and released into the woods. David is kept at the mysterious hotel while he searches for a new partner, and after several romantic misadventures decides to make a daring escape to abandon this world. He ultimately joins up with a rebel faction known as The Loners, a group founded on a complete rejection of romance. But once there David meets an enigmatic stranger (Rachel Weisz) who stirs up unexpected and strong feelings within him… At once a full immersion into a strange and surreal world, and a witty and clever reflection of our own society, The Lobster is a thrillingly audacious vision fully brought to life by Lanthimos and his terrific cast.TICKETS: £6 / £5 CONCESSION 0113 262 6777 | [email protected] Artspace 31a Harrogate RoadLeeds LS7 3PD

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