lildogturpy Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Dear All As I write this I’m sitting at my ‘office’ window looking at the recent snow sparkling in the fading sun ontop of the Torridon Mountains in the distance. Yes, I was fortunate enough to sell my house in Otley and I have moved to ‘bonny Scotland’ – so please make a note of my new contact details below. Whilst we all seem to have come to a standstill because of the snow, it’s hard to think that spring is just round the corner, but it won’t be long before it’s time for this year’s Swaledale Squeeze – a convivial weekend of concertina playing, meeting friends, music, concert, ceilidh, sessions, Black Sheep bitter, walks, the comfort of Grinton Lodge and fantastic scenery – what more could one want!! As usual, everything will be centred on Grinton Lodge (a former shooting lodge) which is now a Youth Hostel, based just outside Reeth, in the picturesque setting of Swaledale. The venue is excellent for our purposes and we are made to feel very welcome. All accommodation is in bunk rooms (bedding provided) and meals are included for those in bunks (with or without the Friday evening meal which will be served at 7.30pm). Campervans and tents are also welcome but, because the dining room is relatively small, campers are asked to use the self-catering kitchen. There are also many B&Bs in the area if you would like more comfort/privacy – please let me know if you’d like a list. You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to the ceilidh but not to consume at Grinton Lodge. Friday consists of a walk in the afternoon led by Nick Hopkinson (for those who can make it), a meal at 7.30 pm and informal sessions in the evening – a chance to unwind after your journey, play a few tunes and meet friends old and new. I will also put on a couple of kegs of Black Sheep! There will be workshops on Saturday and Sunday, a mini-concert on Saturday featuring Pauline de Snoo & friends, a ceilidh on the Saturday evening, featuring ‘spots’ from participants, and a farewell concert on Sunday afternoon, including tutors’ ‘spots’. The ceilidh & concert will be held at Reeth Memorial Hall. Families & friends are welcome too – they may enjoy the area’s many craft shops, tearooms and outstanding walks. Once again we have an interesting line-up of tutors. Two of our guest tutors are well known to you and will be making a welcome return: Alistair Anderson (English) and Iris Bishop (Duet). We will also be welcoming a new Guest Tutor, Claire Keville (Anglo). Claire comes from Co. Galway and presents a Music programme on Clare FM Radio. Both sides of her family had a strong interest in music and she is well known to Harry Scurfield who says “Claire Keville is a great concertina player, at the heart of a rich tradition. I have heard her in the company of some of my favourite great 'Irish trad' musicians such as Pat O'Connor, Mary MacNamara, Andrew MacNamara, and many others: she brings her own powerful style, with a rich, thoughtful emotion and a beautiful controlled technique. In a region known for its many excellent concertina players, Claire Keville contributes her own special individual part." Our regular team of tutors will also be there: Harry Scurfield (Anglo), Paul Walker (Anglo and English), Pauline de Snoo (English), Dave Ball (English) and Carolyn Wade, once again conducting the Concertina Band. Best wishes, Jane Edwards wrenbeck_at_googlemail_dot_com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon H Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Dear All but it won’t be long before it’s time for this year’s Swaledale Squeeze – a convivial weekend of concertina playing, ....... Am I missing something, I couldn't find any mention of dates... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Levine Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Is there a website for this gathering- that might show directions, times, expenses? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidcorner Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Am I missing something, I couldn't find any mention of dates... The dates are the weekend of 15-17 May 2009 and the location is Grinton Lodge, Swaledale, Yorkshire (see map) The fully inclusive cost, including hostel accomodation and all meals, is £137. The weekend is highly recommended. Contact Jane for further info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdormire Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 I guess that means it isn't in Quebec which was my first thought. Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael sam wild Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 I can't find this year's web page on Google Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Gawley Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 (edited) You can find the form on the ICA website at http://www.concertina.org/events/swaledale_form.pdf This probably does not show up in google yet. edited to be more helpful! Edited March 3, 2009 by Roger Gawley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lildogturpy Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 I guess that means it isn't in Quebec which was my first thought. Alan Unfortunately No. I would love to go, it's a great weekend but I'm stuck here in Canada this year. You could always come up and play some tunes here :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdormire Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I guess that means it isn't in Quebec which was my first thought. Alan Unfortunately No. I would love to go, it's a great weekend but I'm stuck here in Canada this year. You could always come up and play some tunes here :-) Quebec is still quite a haul from Ohio, and worse yet, I'm scheduled to be in Champaigne IL for work that weekend. I haven't even been across the border since moving here to the south 18 years ago. Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffwright Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 (edited) See you all there - get it in your diary and get it booked. Be octagonal in Swaledale (or be square). Edited March 9, 2009 by geoffwright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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