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Our Musicians //
http://www.spikeislandband.org.uk/members
Each event typically draws upon a selection of four to six musicians, plus a caller. Whistle, Mandolin, Banjo, Percussion. Flute, Piccolo, Recorder, Whistle, Keyboard. Electronic Drums, Percussion. Bass, Electric 'Cello. Hornpipe and sea shanty specialist). And for historical interest, here are our distinguished founder members. Website by Big Bee Consultants.
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Why 'Spike Island'? //
http://www.spikeislandband.org.uk/spike
20 years of Spike Island Band. From left to right:. Ian, Judith, Claire, Steve, Rick, Laurie. Some bright spark fitted a four-foot handle to the knife! Spike Island' is the old name for Sholing, a district of Southampton. The Band was formed there in 1982, in those days consisting of just piano accordion, recorder, and banjo. Since then we have built up our reputation across the south of England as a lively, interesting, and talented band. The irony is this: all the founder members. Later, the name was p...
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Make a Booking //
http://www.spikeislandband.org.uk/booking
If you might be interested in organising a barn dance and would like to know more about how we might help, the first step is usually to phone Ian. There’s no commitment at this stage. If you’re not yet sure what you want or how we might help, ask Ian. If you don’t know whether your budget’s right, ask Ian. If you have practical questions concerning your event and need advice, ask Ian. Ian Puffett (Spike Island Band). 24hr answerphone: (01794) 368467. Cash on the night, please. Start / finish times:.
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Listen to the Spike Island Band //
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Listen to the Spike Island Band. Spike Island Band at SHOCC, Dec 2015. To play this audio track, please update your browser. Play / download. With its rocky percussive edge, Horizonto. Is not just any old jig. This is an energetic five-times-through performance ideal for enthusiastic dancing. Recorded live in Bishop's Waltham, April 2012. The caller can be heard in the background. Spike Island Band at SHOCC, Dec 2015. DynoRod Gwen and Childgrove. Recorded live in West Moors, May 2015. Waltzes at barn dan...
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Barn Dances and Ceilidhs //
http://www.spikeislandband.org.uk/dances
Barn Dances and Ceilidhs. A barn dance makes for a very pleasant evening. It is great fun, energetic, and crosses age barriers. It is usual to have a Caller to announce the dances, encourage people to join in, and carefully explain the dances to them. Then he prompts the dancers whilst the band plays. A typical barn dance would be completely managed by the Caller, so once the entertainment has started, the organisers may relax and enjoy themselves. Planning your own barn dance.
