Sambuka
Sambuka are a community based percussion band who have been exciting audiences and recruiting converts to the delights of afro-brazilian rhythms for more than a decade.
Sambuka workshop (audience participation welcome)
Leading the Herts Samba Scene since 1991, Sambuka run Open Workshop's at St. Mary's Church, Old High Street, Hemel Hempstead. Everyone welcome!
15:00
Graham Robins
An Acoustic blues and Country soloist, Graham's songs go spinning out to those people who have dared to experience the highs and lows of life.
Graham also runs the Modest Music Group, an independent music company incorporating, Management, Promotion, Event and Festival Management, Security, Consultancy in the music business. He also runs music related courses such as Workshops, Songwriting and Summer Schools.
"Footsteps of A Soul Man" is on the current play list on Tettie-Fest Radio
15:40
MIZMARA - Egyptian dancers
Anita is based in Hertfordshire and London
and performs and teaches Egyptian Dance. She has studied with notable
Hilal-style Raqs Sharqi and other
Egyptian dance teachers and musicians across Europe and Egypt. For further
inspiration and challenge, Anita makes regular trips to Egypt to further
her understanding of the dance within the Egyptian culture and to work
with traditional musicians, including The Musicians of the Nile.
Anita teaches weekly classes, holds video evenings and gives regular workshops. A passionate believer in developing students' body awareness, she nurtures the individuality of each student and encourages them to develop their authentic expression and unique performance style.
Anita has been performing since 2000. In addition to solo work and charity performances, she dances with the progressive and highly regarded Tabeeya Dance Company. Tabeeya have been performing at the amazing annual The Rhythms of the World Festival in Hitchin for many years. As Egyptian Dance instructor at Champneys Health Resort for almost eight years, Anita’s strong, elegant style and clear teaching skills earned the admiration and respect of the many Middle Eastern regulars.
MIZMARA
Anita’s student dance troupe performing at the Tettie-Fest is MIZMARA. They all attend weekly classes and have all been dancing for less that two years.
They are performing traditional Egyptian Dances called Sha'abi' or Folk. The music comes from Upper Egypt. The dance is spontaneous, earthy and joyful.
Contact Anita directly or via her website
for more information about classes, workshops and performances.
16:00
enQ
enQ's music is a hard hitting mixture of instrumentals with a selection of original songs. Music that can get you up on your feet as well as make you think. Music that's a vital hybrid of world and celtic influences with jazz, rock and latin thrown in for good measure. The instrumentals range from fast and furious celtic rock tunes to funky foot tappers and reflective ambient and jazz/rock influenced originals. The songs are original but accessible - about life, love and the universe.
"The Reverend Sharpton" is on the current play list on Tettie-Fest Radio
16:40
Performance Central
PERFORMANCE CENTRAL - School of Performing Arts based in Berkhamsted.
Summer Term begins Saturday 5th April 2008
SING - DANCE - ACT
Every Saturday between 2pm & 5pm.
Ages 6-16
17:00
Down In Flames
Acoustic duo formed in 2005 featuring workmates Jonathan Goodson (vocals) and Dave Bennett (guitar, etc). Both prolific songwriters, the pair soon built up a solid collection of original material and established their distinctive high-tempo guitar-pop sound.
Down In Flames host a monthly Live Music Showcase at The New Greyhound, High Street South, Dunstable. The emphasis is on local unsigned/emerging bands playing original material.
"Fly Me To Sweden" is on the current play list on Tettie-Fest Radio
18:00
Cover Up
Professional duo with backing track covering songs from 60's to present.
Maria is also a vocal coach and offers an informative and friendly service. So, if you fancy yourself as the next pop idol ...........
19:00
Replay
Replay are a 6 piece functions band who play Rock 'n' Roll covers from the 60's and 70's.
To book Replay for your event, contact Dick Northcote, on 01442 879581 in the first instance..
20:00
tetra'tum
Avant-garde four piece rock band from leighton Buzzard who write and perform their own songs, as well as playing the odd cover.
"Debbie Does" and "Feral" are on the current play list on Tettie-Fest Radio
21:00
Headlining . . .
Unfortunately, due to one of the members sustaining a serious injury ..
Dr 8 Ball
will not be performing at
this event!
(Get well soon,
Trev)
HOWEVER ....
We are pleased to announce that ...
Dream Capture
will be boldly taking Dr 8 Ball's place as the headlining band!
Dr. 8Ball are a crazy bunch of guys fusing Ska/Pop-Punk to produce addictive riffs with a strong and well placed Brass section. With an energetic stage show that is both humourous and addictive, Dr 8 Ball promise to provide some great entertainment.
One of Dr 8 Ball's songs "Cheer Up Goth Kid' was recently used on a Canadian TV channel in a hit programme.
"Cheer Up Goth Kid" is on the current play list on Tettie-Fest Radio
A band with Spinal Injuries Association connections!
Footsteps Of A Soul Man [Graham Robins]
Reverend Sharpton [enQ]
Fly Me To Sweden [Down In Flames]
Feral [tetra'tum]
Cheer Up Goth Kid [Dr 8 Ball]