Club Picnic
Relax with friends, have a yarn, bring your instruments or have a dance on the grass. If you feel energetic go for a walk around the picturesque lake. Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Melway ref. 48B11
BYO food, drink, chairs, table, picnic rug etc. |
Sessions are now at the Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall.
A 'Round Robin' session is for singing, playing, reciting or story telling. We all take turns to perform in a supportive atmosphere, or you can just watch and/or join in as you wish. You may suggest an item for everyone to join in. Audience welcome.
Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall
Melway ref. 50B8
Concert venue
Concerts are now held at the Senior Citizens Hall, Ringwood East.
folkTrain is a band based in Victoria’s Dandenong Ranges. The band performs an Australian/Celtic blend of tradition and original songs, accompanied by a wide range of instruments including guitar, mandolin, octave mandolin, banjo, accordion, fiddle and harmonica. Since forming in 2010 folkTrain has performed at clubs, pubs and festivals in Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania. Audience participation is always encouraged! The folkTrain line up is Saskia Adams, Heather Allan, Gerry Breukers and Chris Stack
Rob Fairbairn and Kevin O’Mara first performed together in 1978 in renowned folk band Paradiddle. Rob’s extensive career as a band member, solo entertainer and music teacher has taken him from Vladivostok to Vermont South, from Dargo to Dublin and from the Dan O'Connell in Carlton to the Jaic Hilton in Colombo. His songwriting has been recognised by Slim Dusty, John Williamson, Macca and The Furey Brothers. Kevin’s long association with Paradiddle saw him performing for schools and communities throughout the state, on the stage of the Sydney Opera House, culminating in a tour of Japan. Always community minded, for 40 years Kevin led the famed Warrandyte Primary School Bush Band, among whose many exploits was a performance for The Dalai Llama.
VFMC Monthly Concert
Admission charges from Feb 2024, VFMC members $11, Concession $13, General Admission $15.
The format of the night will be:
7.45 Concert starts
7:45pm to 8:15pm Spot Acts
8.15pm to 8.45pm Support Act
8.45pm to 9.00pm Supper
9:00pm to 10.00pm Main Act,
Enquiries: please contact Maree at concerts@vfmc.org.au.
This event will be live in the hall only. Admission by Humanitix ticket or cash or card at the door.
Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall
Melway ref. 50B8
The Billabong Band is the Victorian Folk Music Club's own performance group and is probably the longest established band in Australia playing traditional music for Bush / Colonial dances and for concerts. The line-up is variable and depends on which musicians are available at the time.
The VFMC has a family bush dance, normally on the first Saturday of each month (excluding January). This month, the dance is on the second Saturday. Dances are called so these events are suitable for all ages. A different band is featured each month and everyone is welcome.
Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall
Melway ref. 50B8
Light supper provided. A plate to share would be appreciated.
No alcohol please.
The official site of the Victorian Folk Music Club Incorporated (Reg No A2511Y) ABN 28 668 156 704
Last modified: June 17 2024 06:35.
