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Fergus McCreadie: 'Flight Pass' for piano, violin & cello

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Flight Pass is a bold new piano‑trio by Fergus McCreadie, commissioned by Chamber Music Scotland and Kings Place for the 2026 EFG London Jazz Festival. Known for his electrifying mix of jazz and Scottish folk, McCreadie now brings that sound into a fresh chamber setting bursting with colour and storytelling. Fergus is a Mercury Prize‑shortlisted and widely acclaimed artist. Inspired by the landscapes and narratives at the heart of his musical world, Flight Pass marks an exciting evolution in his writing, extending his musical language into a new chamber setting while retaining the melodic clarity, rhythmic lift and storytelling that define his music. Fergus writes: “The title of this work comes from one of my favourite photographs, which features a black winged kite and two of his offspring fighting over some recently caught prey in the middle of the sky. I’ve always loved to watch birds in the sky, and I loved the contrast of conflict and kinship in this photograph. That pull gave me the right feeling for giving a title to this work, which pulls and pushes in different directions over its 4 movements. Each movement flows at a different pace, and I leave it to the listener...

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Wed 11 NovDoors 19:00

Indian Classical Music with Mayukh Gangopadhyay (sarod) and Monjari Mitra (voice)

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Mayukh Gangopadhyay, a professional sarod player and composer from India following a combination of Shahjahanpur-Imdadkhani Gharana (style of music), now under the tutelage of Shri Arnab Chakrabarty and Pandit Abhik Mukherjee. He has received CCRT Senior Scholarship from the Ministry of Culture, Govt of India. He has been performing in Europe and India at various noted venues to name Shubh-e- Banaras, Indian International Centre, New Delhi ; Tagore Society, Singapore ; Peace Palace, The Hague, Netherlands on the occasion of the 150th Birthday of Mahatma Gandhi; Maharishi European Research University, Seelisberg, Switzerland, L'association Bhairavi, Metz, France; Médiathèque l'Étoffe des Mots, Fellering, Alsace, France, Babel Sound world Music Festival, Hungary; Indo-Czech Autumn Festival, Prague, Theater am Faden, Stuttgart; Actisce Patronage laique Jules Vallès, Paris, France, etc. https://youtu.be/6LW8_cJxQXU (Raga Chandrakauns) https://youtu.be/jvb0IIQbW84 (Raga Jhinjhoti) Monjari Mitra is an Indian Classical Vocalist, specialist in Raga Music, Devotional songs and chanting. She has bene studying music for the last 30 years under the tutelage of eminent Gurus like Pandit Ami...

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Thu 12 NovDoors 19:00

Wildlife and Woodwind: a fundraiser for Dartmouth Orchestra

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Over a period of 10 years, Susan has filmed Devon wildlife for Natural England, the Woodland Trust and more recently with the Mammal Society. The event also includes videos of wildlife, often taken in her own rural gardens in Lustleigh, South Devon. Susan is the author of several books on wildlife including guides to using the kind of CCTV equipment with which she records her videos. More at susanyoung-photography.co.uk Funds from the event are to support Dartmouth Orchestra (Charity 1085224) in its aims to support young musicians in South Devon. Although founded in Dartmouth, the orchestra rehearses in Totnes and frequently has concerts in Ashburton. After Susan's talk, there'll be drinks and cake with music from Dartmouth Orchestra’s Wind Quintet: Hesther Somerville, flute Becci Carter, oboe Sue Hadow, clarinet Tim Elliot, bassoon Simon Keates, French horn Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre. Level access from street – please contact us on [email protected]...

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Fri 13 NovDoors 19:00

The Inn Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's Lunatics and Fools

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Madness is a recurring theme in Shakespeare’s plays. There are characters who go mad, characters who pretend to go mad, and characters who try to send others mad. Not to mention Shakespeare’s fools, who may seem bonkers but often speak more sense than anyone else. Modern attitudes to mental health, madness and insanity are very different from those of the 16th century, but Shakespeare’s depictions of people in mental torment is often strikingly recognisable. The Inn Theatre Company has put together a mad, crazy evening of scenes from Shakespeare’s plays on the theme of insanity, Lunatics and Fools. There will be characters you know well, such as Ophelia, Feste and King Lear, alongside some you might not be expecting. So please come and join us. You’ll be surprised, informed, amused, shocked and, above all, entertained. The running time will be around 2 hours including an interval. The Inn Theatre Company draws performers from across south Devon for their productions, which include a week of open-air performances in the idyllic setting of Dartmouth Castle every summer. The success of their recent shows: Heroes, Villains & Lovers and Dreams, Charms & Phantoms has inspired t...

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Sun 15 NovDoors 14:30

The Best of Benny Goodman, King of Swing

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Step back into the golden age of swing for an afternoon celebrating the music of the legendary Benny Goodman – the clarinettist who became known throughout the world as the King of Swing. Clarinettist and bandleader Peter Long brings together a superb all-star quintet to recreate the exhilarating sound of Goodman’s celebrated small groups, from hard-swinging showstoppers to some of the most sophisticated chamber jazz ever recorded. Joining Peter are acclaimed vocalist Louise Cookman, vibraphone virtuoso Anthony Kerr, guitarist and vocalist Denny Ilett, pianist Colin Good and drummer Richard Pite – five musicians steeped in the great swing tradition and determined to have some fun with it. Expect Goodman favourites, sparkling improvisation, classic songs and plenty of swing in an irresistible Sunday afternoon celebration of one of jazz’s greatest entertainers. Please note – this is an afternoon show, starting at 3pm (not 7.30pm as listed in the newsletter sent out on 28 October). Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful...

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Wed 18 NovDoors 19:00

Elijah Jeffery & Eddie Gripper

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Pianist Eddie Gripper has played here before with his band – he's a very impressive and entertaining musician. This pairing with singer Elijah Jeffery looks unusual, and promises something a bit different. The show brings their album Dido’s Lament* to life. Blending progressive pop, indie folk, and alternative jazz, their show features original songs and a bold reimagining of Dido’s Lament, offering a captivating journey through storytelling and genre-defying music. Experience the electrifying collaboration of Elijah Jeffery & Eddie Gripper as they bring their critically acclaimed album to the stage. Written and recorded in just eight weeks, this collection of original songs and a bold reimagining of a 17th-century aria has been praised as “eagerly awaited” (The Jazz Mann). Their live performance seamlessly blends progressive pop, indie folk, and alternative jazz, offering a genre-defying journey that showcases their diverse musical influences. From the folk-inspired Shifting Seasons to the introspective jazz ballad Because of You, the art-pop energy of Close Your Eyes, and a fresh take on Dido’s Lament, this show is a celebration of storytelling through innovative comp...

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Thu 19 NovDoors 19:00

Orchestra Mambo International

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Orchestra Mambo International is a UK‐based mambo, cha cha, salsa dura and Afro‐Cuban jazz orchestra founded in 2022 by DJ Lubi and trombonist/bandleader Jonny Enright. What began as a one‐off concert in the north of England quickly turned into something much bigger, as the chemistry of the band and the response from audiences made it clear that this music had a life of its own. Since then, they’ve played across the UK, including Glastonbury Festival and a BBC 6 Music Maida Vale session, building a reputation for joyful, high‐energy performances rooted in the classic sounds of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, the Fania All‐Stars, Ray Barretto and Johnny Pacheco. Their debut album, ¡Apúntalo! — named after the catchphrase of veteran Venezuelan singer Carlos “Pachanga” Peña — is released in September 2026 and delivers eight original tunes moving through mambo, salsa dura, pachanga, son montuno, Puerto Rican bomba and Latin jazz, honouring tradition while bringing a fresh UK perspective. The album is backed by a UK tour showcasing an international, cross‐generational line‐up and an explosive, party‐starting Latin sound. Orchestra Mambo International is made fo...

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Fri 20 NovDoors 19:00

Theatre: History Has No Safe Word (Visions of a Pompeii Whore)

Arts Centre · Ashburton

History Has No Safe Word Time comes for us all… Professor Nathan Zangari is fading away. Once voted the sexiest professor on BBC2’s Open University, his highly celebrated archeo-linguistics paper on “Graffiti, Women and the Walls of Pompeii” is now but a distant memory. Now, he can’t sleep, he can’t get published, and… he can’t get laid. At the sleep-study clinic that he’s enrolled at, they observe him talking in his sleep, seemingly an intermediary for a long-forgotten Pompeian girl. When overambitious student, Callie, offers to capture his mumblings, they both find themselves sucked into the very real lives of those on the edge of destruction, some 2000 years ago. “… masterful stagecraft … immersive and engaging throughout… a highly accomplished piece of writing and performance… a visceral portrayal of life in Pompeii on the eve of the infamous Vesuvian eruption in 79 CE. Brown clearly knows his history, and the way he brings Pompeii to life is nothing short of astonishing. There is a gripping action scene in the second half that had my wife reaching out her arms to intervene, so immersed was she in the story. If historical drama is your thing, you’r...

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Sat 21 NovDoors 19:00

Toby Shaer, Archie Moss, Jack Warnock

Arts Centre · Ashburton

A brand-new trio formed by three seasoned session musicians, this collaboration between Archie Moss, Toby Shaer, and Jack Warnock was born out of a shared love for traditional music from the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. Since meeting in 2019, the trio have established themselves not only as dynamic performers but also as sensitive re- interpreters of the tradition. Each artist is well respected in his own right: Archie Moss (accordion) is a BBC award-winning musician, a celebrated composer, and one of the most in-demand button accordion players in the UK, has performed alongside Seth Lakeman, Sam Sweeney, and Eliza Carthy. Toby Shaer (fiddle, flute, whistles, cittern) is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer from the southeast of England. Over the past ten years, he has toured extensively across Europe, Australia, and China with revered artists such as Cara Dillon, McCusker, McGoldrick, Doyle, and, alongside Archie Moss, with Sam Kelly & the Lost Boys. Jack Warnock (guitar, vocals) hails from Co. Derry in Ireland. An award-winning guitarist and singer, he is also an avid Gaeilgeoir (Irish speaker), performing songs in both Irish and English. His compositions and repe...

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Sun 22 NovDoors 14:30

Duo Tutti: Music for the Snow Moon

Arts Centre · Ashburton

This is beautiful music for the full moon. The concert is framed at either end by quiet, reflective music by Ruth Molins for bass flute and piano. Enjoy this carefully curated programme by Duo Tutti which will take you on a journey through well loved and less known music, including Ii>Romance by Clara Schumann, Piper’s Dream by Cecilia McDowell, Sonata for Flute and Piano by Francis Poulenc and the haunting Oblivion by Astor Piazzolla. Ruth and Alex formed Duo Tutti in 2022 with two aims: to focus on new and neglected repertoire, and to make live classical music accessible to all. With a reputation for imaginative programming and engaging performance, they work with the charities Live Music Now, Libraries Unlimited and Vive La Musique, and have given hundreds of performances in concert and community settings across the South West. Released in 2025, their debut album Dances and Dreams — “Full of sparkle, character and precision” (British Flute Society) — includes newly commissioned compositions and artwork, and a piece for bass flute and piano by Ruth Molins. Ruth Molins studied music and English literature at Cardiff University, graduating with joint honours. Post-degree...

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Sun 22 NovDoors 19:00

Will Barnes Trio

Arts Centre · Ashburton

This contemporary jazz ensemble led by the guitarist and composer Will Barnes, is formed around his original music. It blends melodic guitar-led writing with open improvisation, drawing on modern jazz, post-bop, and cinematic atmospheres. The band's sound nods to figures like Pat Metheny, Mikael Åkerfeldt and Wes Montgomery while aiming for a distinct, contemporary voice that reflects the landscapes and narratives that inspire Barnes’s writing. Releases to date include the debut 'Source of the Severn' and the follow-up 'Outside the Light'. You can listen to these here on Bandcamp On stage the trio presents immersive sets that move between carefully arranged pieces and extended improvisation. They have appeared at prominent UK venues and festivals, received national radio play, and received positive press for their musicianship and evocative writing. At the centre of the project, Will Barnes combines a composer’s attention to narrative with a player’s commitment to conversation—leading to an ensemble that aims to be both expressive and approachable. Alongside Barnes are Aidan Thorne (bass) and Ross Hicks (piano), who are in demand musicians and have collectively toured glob...

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Mon 23 NovDoors 19:00

James Oliver featuring Norman Watt-Roy

Arts Centre · Ashburton

The pairing up of the irrepressible guitar talent of Wales’s very own James Oliver and the bass legend that is Norman Watt Roy (Ian Dury and the Blockheads, Wilko Johnson and many, many more). James Oliver – Guitar and Vocals James Oliver is one of the UK’s busiest acts playing over 300 gigs a year all over the UK, Europe, and the USA! He has performed over 5000 gigs and shared the stage with many acts including Albert Lee, Bill Kirchen, Deke Leonard, Greg Koch, Walter Trout, Steve Gibbons, Billy Bremner, Geraint Watkins, and many others. In 2020 James won the UK Blues Awards Emerging Artist of the Year and has since been nominated three additional times. James Oliver released two studio albums, three live albums and his album Twang was #1 on Amazon Blues Charts for three weeks. James is currently working on a new record with legendary producer, John Leckie. James’ YouTube channel has over 20,000 subscribers with over 10 million views. Norman Watt-Roy – Bass Norman kept busy with session work throughout the ’70s and appeared on such albums as Rachel Sweet’s Fool Around and Nick Lowe’s Jesus of Cool, and Jona Lewie’s number one single “You’ll Always Find Me in...

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Thu 26 NovDoors 19:00

Amos Trust Christmas Tour - Palestine Into Tomorrow

Arts Centre · Ashburton

The Amos Trust is a UK-based charity working to support social justice, gender equality, climate justice and Palestinian rights. One of its patrons is Brian Eno, who said: “For forty years Amos Trust has been finding creative ways to tackle injustice, to build hope in places where hope seems exhausted and to support inspirational grassroots projects. It has been a remarkable journey.” This is the third Amos Trust fundraising 'Christmas Tour' which has visited Ashburton Arts Centre, bringing Palestinian voices, music, and stories to the UK, promising, “an unforgettable evening of hope, solidarity, and culture…a special night featuring the inspiring work of Malak Matar and music from Yussef Matar alongside other talented artists. All proceeds will support our Christmas Appeal, funding vital work in the West Bank and Gaza. Don’t miss this powerful celebration of resilience and creativity!” Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See https://ashburtonarts.org.uk/access-booking-tickets-parking-finding-us/ for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Cen...

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Fri 27 NovDoors 19:00

Trudgeon's Trad Jazz Troubadours

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Lewis Taylor, trumpet John Maddocks, clarinet & sax Nick White, clarinet & sax Paul Archibald, drums Joe Trudgeon, Double bass & vocals Trudgeon's Trad Jazz Troubadours is a multi-generational project formed from some of the South West of England's finest jazzers. Playing music from the 19th and 20th centuries and beyond, they aim to bring the music of the past alive with the respect and reverence it is due. Joe Trudgeon the band's leader plays in a score of jazz and blues bands Including The Big Chris Barber band, The Gin Bowlers, The Sopranos, The Kitchen Syncopators The Clay Bottom Jug Busters, The Mudd Club, and The Swamp Puppies. Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre. Level access from street – please contact us on [email protected] if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.

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Sat 28 NovDoors 16:15

Javanese Gamelan and Dance – free performance

Arts Centre · Ashburton

During the afternoon, Jenny Heaton and Jo Shaw will lead a workshop from 2pm – 4.15pm. (If you'd like to take part in this, please book here: wegottickets.com/f/31227.) The afternoon will end with a performance by the workshop participants, the members of South Devon Gamelan and the tutors, Jenny and Jo, to which anyone is welcome. Please note, this will take place in our first floor Studio, where access is by a staircase of 20 steps (a banister on right or left depending on which staircase you use). There's no lift so, unfortunately, this isn't accessible to wheelchairs, or anyone who can't use the stairs. Audience numbers are limited, so please book a free ticket to be sure of a place. Javanese tea will be served. For more information or to find out about joining the regular Ashburton group please contact: [email protected] Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See https://ashburtonarts.org.uk/access-booking-tickets-parking-finding-us/ for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre. Level access from street – please contact us on boxoffi...

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Sat 28 NovDoors 19:00

The Occasional Collective plays In A Silent Way

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Tim Sayer, Trumpet & electronics Ric White, multiple saxophones & electronics Sam Richards, piano & synth Glyn Jackson, electric keyboards Rachel Miller, alto & bass flutes David Curtis, double bass Steve Day, percussion Miles Davis was born in May 1926. This concert celebrates this centenary by taking as its inspiration one of his most influential albums In A Silent Way, recorded in New York on one day, 18 February 1969. First Set Jean-Pierre (Miles Davis) Shhh/Ceasefire (Sam Richards) For Shorter & Williams (Occasional Collective) Interval Second Set In A Silent Way/It’s About Time (extended) (Joe Zawinul/Miles Davis) Richard Cook & Brian Morton: In A Silent Way contains “timeless masterpieces…you might listen to these tracks…and only wonder how the miracle was achieved.” Michael Cuscuna on Miles Davis & In A Silent Way: The music he created during this short time was rich and fully formed. Heard in context, it is an impressive body of work and its influence is still felt today in a variety of genres. Dave Holland, who played double bass on In A Silent Way: “That is what this music is about… not just one musician having a single idea and having everybody do it, pull...

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Sun 29 NovDoors 19:00

Edgelarks

Arts Centre · Ashburton

BBC Folk Award winners for Best Duo, Edgelarks, began their musical journey living in a caravan in Devon, UK. Phillip Henry had not long returned from India, where he studied slide guitar under the master Debashish Bhattacharya. Hannah Martin grew up playing and singing in Devonian folk sessions, and met Phillip on his return. The pair had an instant musical connection, and began playing wherever they could. They were busking around the highways and byways of these islands, and were soon spotted by Steve Knightley of Show of Hands, who offered them a prestigious support tour. Fifteen years and seven albums later, the pair have travelled from Australia to South Africa, Canada to Japan with their music. They have twice joined Show of Hands for performances at the Royal Albert Hall. They have collaborated with some of the top names in British folk, including The Gigspanner Big Band, a project with Peter Knight (Steeleye Span) and John Spiers (Bellowhead). In 2018 they formed part of the “folk supergroup” that played BBC Radio Two’s Festival in a Day at Hyde Park, to a crowd of 50,000 – supporting Kylie Minogue and the Manic Street Preachers! Martin's soulful voice and songwrit...

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Fri 4 DecDoors 19:00

Naragonia: offbeat folk duo from Belgium

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Naragonia is Pascale Rubens & Toon van Mierlo, whose ability to create exquisite musical delights for their audience—delicious, voluptuous, and intimate—is undeniable. This Belgian group has been traveling through the European folk scene for many years, performing as a duo, a quartet, or in collaboration with other artists. Their compositions gradually and effortlessly establish themselves as essential folk standards. Naragonia won the award for 'Best Live Band' at the Flanders Folk Awards in 2024. Toon Van Mierlo: bagpipes, diatonic accordion and soprano saxophone Pascale Rubens: diatonic accordion, fiddle and voice Come to listen – there'll also be space at the side for dancing. Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre. Level access from street – please contact us on [email protected] if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.

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Sat 5 DecDoors 19:00

Martin Barre Band – Plugged in and Ready

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Martin Barre returns to the stage with Plugged In And Ready! — a powerful new electric live show celebrating the music, energy and guitar work that helped define generations of classic rock. Featuring iconic songs from across his career with Jethro Tull alongside fan favourites and deep cuts, this electrifying new production delivers Martin Barre at his passionate and uncompromising best. Loud, soulful and packed with legendary riffs, Plugged In And Ready! is a celebration of timeless music from one of rock’s true guitar masters. Martin Barre is a renowned English guitarist best known for his long-standing role in the iconic rock band Jethro Tull. Born in Kings Heath, Birmingham, on November 17, 1946, Barre’s extraordinary guitar skills and innovative techniques have made him a legendary figure in rock music. Early Life and Musical Journey Martin Barre began his musical career playing the flute and saxophone before transitioning to the guitar. His early years were spent performing in various bands, where he honed his craft and developed his unique style. In 1968, Barre joined Jethro Tull, a pivotal moment that marked the beginning of an illustrious career. His signature riff...

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Wed 9 DecDoors 19:00

Uphill Game

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Uphill Game is an acoustic contemporary jazz quartet based in Bristol, UK. It plays open, dynamic, driving, delicate, exploratory, groove- and melody-focused music, inspired by the likes of the William Parker Quartet but with its own distinctive collective voice. Currently one of the UK’s best-kept jazz secrets, the band was delighted to release its first album last spring, recorded live in the sumptuous acoustic of St George’s Bristol. The band is led by double-bassist & composer Riaan Vosloo. Riaan is a founding member of Nostalgia 77, and has worked with Gregory Porter, Jamie Cullum, and many more. Drummer Matt Stockham Brown leads his own project 6161, won a Montreux Jazz Festival talent award in 2019 and has played with the likes of Massive Attack, Rodriguez (Searching For Sugarman), and Cosmo Sheldrake. Tenor saxophonist Jake McMurchie and flugelhornist Pete Judge are the horn section of BBC Jazz Award winners Get The Blessing, and established composers and band-leaders in their own right. Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus ot...

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Sat 12 DecDoors 19:00

The Unlikley

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Fresh from a string of gigs in the South West, The Unlikely is a dynamic new 6-piece country-rock band, playing original songs and some classic covers with great energy, rhythm and sweet harmony vocals. Come tap your toes before Christmas.. Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See https://ashburtonarts.org.uk/access-booking-tickets-parking-finding-us/ for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre. Level access from street – please contact us on [email protected] if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.

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Wed 3 Feb 2027Doors 19:00

The Trouble Notes: Bennet Cerven and Florian Eisenschmidt

Arts Centre · Ashburton

The Trouble Notes is a progressive world folk band. Known for their explosive energy and worldly melodies, the band was formed in 2013 by violinist Bennet Cerven and has since become renown in the international world folk scene. Their shows are packed full of surprises, known to feature international guest performers, adding to the energetic worldly sounds at the heart of their repertoire. They have toured extensively in Europe and North America. They have performed on Television in the USA, Europe, Japan and Brazil. They have played on many of Europe’s large festival stages and with major international acts like Jethro Tull, Rodrigo y Gabriela, and America. Their second studio album, Liberty Awaits, was described by Earmilk Magazine as “a transcendent exploration and fusion of various folk styles, showcasing the rich tapestry of our diverse world.” They'll be performing here at Ashburton Arts Centre as the core duo of: Bennet Cerven - violin Florian Eisenschmidt – guitar BBC Radio’s Faye Hatcher said the band is “like nothing I’ve ever seen before. Their musical influences take you on a journey around the world. You can’t help clap very loudly, tap your feet or spo...

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Fri 5 Feb 2027Doors 19:00

Kaspar and Lucy + Nothing In Rambling: A Duo of Duos

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Nothing in Rambling draws influence from the 1920s and 30s delta and Louisiana blues, channelling the passion and playfulness of the great performers from that era. Kaspar and Lucy’s sound is rooted in the raw Mississippi Hill Country blues style and the powerful hypnotic grooves of the juke joint. Together they’ll be raising hell, taking you to church and giving you an unforgettable night of primal blues. Kaspar Berry Rapkin & Lucy Piper – two established musicians from the UK's blues scene come together to play the upbeat Hill Country & Delta Blues from the land where they first met, Clarksdale, Mississippi. Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you'd find in a traditional 'Juke Joint', both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge. Hailing from St Albans and Exeter, Kaspar plays regularly on the London blues circuit as well as at many of the leading UK's blues festivals, both solo and with his band The Swamp Dogs, whilst Lucy is well known on the scene for her role as a blues session drummer, having played with Ben Waters, Mississippi Macdonald, and James Oliver, as well as many American Blues artists out in the Delta, suc...

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Fri 19 Feb 2027Doors 19:00

Pete Roth Trio featuring Bill Bruford

Arts Centre · Ashburton

The Pete Roth Trio features leader Pete on guitar, Mike Pratt on bass, and the incomparable Bill Bruford on drums. The band creates jazz for a new generation of music enthusiasts, exploring beyond traditional jazz conventions. A jazz standard might reveal its essence only in the final moments of performance. Roth’s original compositions, such as “Dancing with Grace,” the Trio’s collaborative works like “Trio in Five” and “Looking Forward to Looking Back,” or their reinterpretation of masterworks like Anton Dvorak’s “Largo from Symphony #9,” offer just a few gateways into the creative world of the Pete Roth Trio—a world that will likely reshape your perspective on what the guitar trio format can achieve. NB Limited number of reduced price tickets available – book early if you need these Pete Roth, guitar Pete Roth, a versatile artist and accomplished session guitarist, born in Germany, where his musical journey began in the heart of a family deeply rooted in music. At the tender age of 11, he picked up the guitar, setting the stage for a lifelong dedication to his craft. In his formative years, Roth found inspiration in the raw emotion of blues and the elec...

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Sun 28 Feb 2027Doors 19:00

Man – legendary Welsh psychedelic rock band

Arts Centre · Ashburton

This legendary Welsh psychedelic rock band is making a rare visit to the West Country. The incomparable Martin Ace ‘The Bass’ joined the band in 1969 and has been the driving force ever since now with dynamic drummer Shane Dixon making up the powerhouse rhythm section, superbly complemented by Josh Ace, guitar/keyboards/vocals and James Beck on guitar/vocals. The current line up is widely considered to be the best ever! With a mixture of west coast progressive, country & space rock, the band has universal appeal and has released over 400 tracks on over 70 labels in 24 countries in the past 50 years! Seminal albums such as Man Rhinos, Winos & Lunatics and Be Good To Yourself At Least Once A Day have won them a cult following which has seen them perform with such luminaries as Marillion, Hawkwind, Gong, Black Sabbath, The Stranglers, Thin Lizzy, Ten Years After, Atomic Rooster, Pink Fairies, Budgie, Blodwyn Pig, The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown, Soft Machine, Wishbone Ash, Caravan, Pendragon, Fairport Convention, Lindisfarne, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Steve Harley, Edgar Broughton, Eric Burden, Ray Harper and David Bowie — who asked them to be his backing band! Playing major festivals...

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