16th December 2005
Christmas
Bash
A great night to celebrate Christmas. The
Open Stage provided great entertainment with a few spoken word artists.
Raffles kept the audience hanging on and all joined in the sing along
carols.
18th November 2005
Paul
Wookey
Paul's performance was all we expected and
more. Covering tracks from his CD's 'One Way Ticket' and 'I Wish It Would
Rain' (it did) as well as a couple of Blues tunes he played 3 encores.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award: went to Ted for a spoken word
presentation.
21st October 05 Tracey Roberts
& Chloe Hall.
Maria Couldn't make it as she was opening an
international football game in Perth. However, Tracey Roberts and Chloe Hall
with James on cello gave an excellent performance. Tracey's piano jazzy cafe style matched with
the contemporary folk style of Chloe with James on cello was great.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award: went to Sensible Tom for a great
performance - it keeps getting harder to choose between the performances.
16th September 05
Alex Legg
A terrific performance from Alex in his blusey style.
19th August 05 The Wake
Our AGM went well and the current committee was
re-elected. Thanks to their efforts over the past 12 months.
Anne and Michael did a great job keeping the Badfolk members and guests
entertained. They were supported by a three piece group Detour, great
harmonies and had everyone tapping along.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award: None this night because of
the AGM.
15th July 05 Craig and Simone.
Great supporters of acoustic music and talents
to match. Musically they are excellent, incorporating a range of tunings and
harmonics from Craig on guitar and multi instrumentalist Simone.
Performance wise, Great with a mix of covers, originals and comedy as well.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : Presented to Charlotte.
A first timer with a great voice and original songs.
Craig presented a 'Creative Guitar Workshop' on the
Saturday morning. A great session and well worth it for any
Guitarist.
June 05: Open Stage Another great night of fine talent. Members
from the www songwriting group attended with some great contemporary music.
Colin and Sue had us singing along and we didn't finish too late. The open
stage nights are really a great night to experience a whole range of great
music.
May 05:
Girls Night
Bron Ault-Connell,
Cath Connelly,
Riley
Jordan.
Blues guitarist of the year
from the Frankston Guitar Festival, coupled with Cath on the Celtic Harp and
Riley Jordan to finish off the night. A great mix of styles from the hot
fingers of Bron, the gentle hands of Cath and the experienced artistic (Sing
a long included) performance with Riley. By the way, Riley did get lost 3
times on her way to the club!! (I'm glad she made it).
No Heatherhill rat award this month. We were
entertained by Phil who does sound, Stalwart Jordan and Bron Singleton from
Cranbourne who sang three a'capella numbers. A beautiful voice.
April 05:
Dave
Diprose & Tim Hackett.
Dave was 2nd runner up at the Melbourne Blues
Performers competition and it is easy to see why. His playing with
Tim backing on guitar and slide and performing his own songs too, was
a real treat appreciated by the crowd.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : Presented to Sue Oldham and
Colin Parish from Warragul.
March 05:
It
is refreshing to see some one so young, charming and talented do songs
nearing bawdy. Joined by her partner for some poetry as well. Surprises
never cease!
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : Presented to Robert.
February 05:
Greg Champion
There
is no better way to start the year than with this artist.
Haven’t seen him? You Haven’t lived!! That's what we said and that's
what it was. Our best crowd ever, Thanks Greg, and two hours of mirth with
all the topics - football, Australian anthems etc. We will certainly have
him back.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : Presented to Leigh Sloggett for
two great original Blues songs.
December 04:
A fun night with plenty of
performers, solo, duo and groups doing originals, covers and of course, the
mandatory carols.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR........
November 04: Nick Charles
With
the canceling of Lil Ian Goodsman, Nick came in at very short notice and we
weren't disappointed. If you are into finger picking guitar, you can not
beat this man. Seeing him is a must.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : Presented to Carmel Charleton.
Carmel was over from W.A. and performed original songs with a great voice.
October 04: Sunshine
Harvester (Duo)
Another
Great night. Moana and Leo played two contrasting but excellent sets.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : Presented to Stewart for an
A'capella Dylan song.
September 04: Janette Geri
A great crowd although smaller in numbers
than last month. The AGM went smoothly and a committee was elected.
All systems go for the next 12 months. Only two spot acts Chris and Pat.
August 04:
Ah!! the house was alive with a
great crowd. Many new performers appeared for the open stage and what a
great range of talent. New Members joined. Ashley gave an excellent performance.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award : not presented - could not make
a choice. Last performers finished at 12.30am.
July 04: Bruce Watson
Bruce had the house on an emotional roller
coaster ride. Every one was singing, waving hands in the air, laughing or
sitting quietly listening to a thought provoking song.
Heatherhill Rat Gratitude Award went to Chris for performance and
crowd participation.
June 04:
Maria Forde
& Tracey Roberts.
Maria is one of those
entertainers who's performance just enthralls. A miserable night (wet) but
the entertainment was hot. Tracey Roberts support was magic and the two
ladies different styles combined for a first class night.
Heatherhill Achievement and Rat Awards went to Deiter for a
performance of original songs and covers. Three Mains and a Pete received a bottle of wine in recognition for their
performance.
May 04:
A great night with a bit of
dancing, drinking and general fun. The Swamp Dogs (duo) performed a
support act and were highly entertaining with their 'Grunge Australian'
original songs.
Heatherhill Achievement and Rat Awards
went to a new club member,
Brendan, also a first time performer doing original songs.
April 04: A night in the old chapel with the
angelic voice of Christie. Who could ask for more!
Heatherhill Achievement and Rat Awards went to duo Maxine & Greg,
first time performers.
March 2004: Davide Sanna
Our first dinner and show at the Colonial Cafe
in Pakenham and what a launch. A small crowd who were entertained by
an instrumental set from Gary Daud and others through the night.
March 2004: All that was expected
was fulfilled. A truly professional entertainer with a genuine sense of
humor. Support artist for this event was
Bill Dettmer who played mostly original songs.
February 2004:
Enda
Kenny.
Enda played two great sets and had the audience singing along.
Heatherhill Achievement and Rat Awards went to Tim for his original
songs (played in the dark.) - Sorry I missed it I was looking for a fuse
box.
