The Brothers Gillespie

Gigs · Presteigne

The Brothers Gillespie

Saturday 6 February 2027 · Doors 19:30

Assembly Rooms, Presteigne

About this event

The Brothers Gillespie is on Saturday 6 February 2027 at Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, with doors at 19:30. Tickets start at £11, including the booking fee.

Described by Folk Radio UK as ‘weaving an especially compelling magic’, and 'showing British acoustic music in its best possible light’, Northumbrian duo The Brothers Gillespie make music that is animated by lyrical songwriting, fine fingerstyle guitar playing, multi-instrumental musicianship and ‘the glorious tones of their blood harmony’ (Sam Lee). Brothers James and Sam Gillespie found their sound growing up in the fells and valleys of Northumberland, their songs often describing relationships with wild places and the experience of finding oneself in a world alive with soul. The music comes to them most strongly when walking in the borderlands with their packs and instruments which remains a regular practice for them. This spirit is channeled into their live performances which have a rare and intimate energy, both ethereal and earthy, romantic and radical. The brothers have travelled far and wide with their music and have played at Cambridge and Sidmouth Folk Festivals and opened for Lankum and Sam Lee. In 2021 they featured in the English Heritage ‘Songs of England’ recording series that appeared on BBC Radio 4. The release of their new album ‘The Merciful Road...

Line-up

The Brothers Gillespie5 dates

More at Assembly Rooms.

TomorrowDoors 19:30

Maddie Morris

Assembly Rooms · Presteigne

Join BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award winner Maddie Morris, described by Jim Moray as “leading the next generation of socially conscious songwriters” on their autumn tour for an intimate and thought-provoking live experience. Maddie’s music explores how personal narratives in song can hold deep political importance. Folk songs have always told stories, but Maddie makes their mark by turning storytelling into action, creating work that is both deeply personal and quietly transformative. “Leading the next generation of socially conscious songwriters.” - Jim Moray ★★★★ "Thrilling, glorious and inspiring." - Songlines “a folk fusion of personal tales, queer & feminist insights, and activism. A musical journey of voice and virtue.” - Tradfolk

GigsFolkBlues

From £11including booking fee

Get tickets (opens the official seller in a new tab)

Sun 25 OctDoors 15:00

Dark Tales From The Woods

Assembly Rooms · Presteigne

As the year tilts toward winter and the clocks go back, join award-winning author/storyteller Daniel Morden for an afternoon steeped in folklore. Hear tales gathered from misty hills, moonlit crossroads, and the timeless storytelling traditions of these islands. These are stories for all ages — rich with wonder, threaded with mystery, and alive with the spirit of Hallowe’en. Bring your curiosity, your imagination and expect to be charmed, chilled and thrilled by a great yarn well told. Let the old tales keep you company as the light slips away. Suitable for anyone over 7 with a stout heart.

TheatreLiterature

From £5.50including booking fee

Get tickets (opens the official seller in a new tab)

Sun 8 NovDoors 15:00

Still Life

Assembly Rooms · Presteigne

Still Life is a meditation in memoir and poetry contemplating the many aspects of loss which come when we love others. Carol Caffrey's tender narrative is the central strand. She experienced multiple bereavements when her four siblings - two brothers, two sisters - died within a few years of each other. Liz Lefroy has woven her poetry around this narrative, creating space for pause and reflection; and, for this November performance, Liz and Carol have chosen to include poems by Wilfred Owen. "Still life is a haunting performance: two women with their beautiful voices in a fascinating interweaving of their deeply moving poetry of loss and pain." Deb Alma, The Emergency Poet This event is produced in collaboration with Wings of Change and there will be a discussion and sharing on loss after the main event.

TheatreLiterature

From £8.80including booking fee

Get tickets (opens the official seller in a new tab)

Sat 28 NovDoors 19:30

Janice Burns & Jon Doran

Assembly Rooms · Presteigne

Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an award-winning Scottish and English duo who came together after discovering a shared love of traditional music. Their songs tell vivid stories about the nature of life and our place in the world. Burns and Doran’s ‘clever and uncluttered musical storytelling’ (Songlines****) comes alive through close vocal harmonies and sensitive interplay between mandolin, bouzouki and guitar. Their arrangements have a spellbinding presence and an understated energy that transports songs from the pages of books and manuscripts into the imagination of the listener. With their relaxed and personable approach to performance, Burns and Doran are renowned for the warmth of their connection with audiences. From Stage 2 at Cambridge Folk Festival, to Celtic Connections, Edinburgh Tradfest and Cecil Sharp House, the duo are highly sought after across the UK and beyond. They’ve performed in top venues across Europe, including Tivoli Vredenburg (Utrecht), Le Trianon (Paris), and Islington Assembly Hall (London) whilst on a support tour with pagan folk outfit, FAUN. In January 2026, they were invited to perform their songs with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra at Gla...

GigsFolkBlues

From £11including booking fee

Get tickets (opens the official seller in a new tab)

Everything at Assembly Rooms

More gigs.

Sat 6 Feb 2027Doors 13:00

Doris Brendel & Lee Dunham

Black Frog Presents at the Hot Box · Chelmsford

What a show this is going to be with Doris, the daughter of acclaimed classical pianist Alfred Bredel. Herself an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, and with her producer and guitarist Lee, this is a show for us all. Award-Winning Prog Star Takes on the Blues – And It’s Incredible! Going straight in at #2 into the IBBA Blues Charts, Doris Brendel, renowned for her powerful husky vocals and genre-defying artistry, takes a bold new direction with Big Blue Sky—a stunning collection of soulful, melodic Blues. Teaming up once again with producer and multi-instrumentalist Lee Dunham, this album showcases 13 beautifully crafted tracks, blending classic blues traditions with a fresh, contemporary edge. While Brendel is best known for her progressive and alternative rock roots, Big Blue Sky proves that true artistry knows no boundaries. From heartfelt blues ballads to foot-stomping shuffles, this album highlights her unmistakable voice, paired with exceptional musicianship from a stellar line-up, including the legendary Sam Brown on Hammond organ and Sam Blue on additional vocals. Think Janis Joplin meets Gary Moore with a touch of wit and modern storytelling. From the soul-stirring...

Gigs

From £16.20including booking fee

Get tickets (opens the official seller in a new tab)

See all gigs