The
Bishops Stortford Acoustic Club
at South Mill Arts Centre
1-3, South Road, Bishops Stortford, Herts.
CM23 3JG
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2026
THURSDAY
9th
JULY 2026
6 Acts
– 4 Songs
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Hello Acoustic Clubbers Last time we had a glorious kaleidoscope of talents that was a wonderful demonstration of just how wide the panorama of acoustic music is. The String Section The String Section prove that a gentle and
serious approach to music can be a wonderful experience. They play a fiddle,
a mandolin, a guitar and overlay their music with meaningful vocals. They
play their own compositions which are wonderful tunes and develop their set
with a repertoire not often heard. It would be hard to define their style; is
it bluegrass, is it country, is it Kentucky Mountain music? It is and it is a
delightful experience and oh so well defined and perfectly executed. |
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Richard Paul Richard Paul is a local musician who may be
familiar to you as one half of the duet Arcadia who have appeared at many
venues and festivals in the region. Last Richard gave us a glimpse of his wide-ranging
repertoire founded on his delightful guitar as well as compelling vocals. His
songs are well crafted and define his view in a wonderful manner. Just an all-around
cracking set. ALIPHI ALIPHI are a combination of Ali Rose and
Phil Ericson. They are one of those duos who turn up rarely as they are
individually great songwriters and together a truly delightful music machine.
Ali has a wonderful vocal range who demonstrates her talent from the first
note to the last. Her renditions of classic folk music is an absolute joy and
her original material is wonderful. The other side of the stage resides Phil
Ericson. He is an inventive and proficient guitarist and engaging singer.
Together they are much more than the sum of their parts and make lovely music
Their music is both joyous and original music. Delightfully delivered a great
set!
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Vic Lennard Vic is
always a welcome performer at the Acoustic Club Vic has an enviable back
catalogue of original songs as well as the ability to craft new versions of
standards and well-known songs. He set was about subjects that matter to him
and his songs are both lyrical and hard hitting at the same time. As ever, a
fine selection of originals and covers which entranced the audience. Richard Stubbs Richard is one of the driving forces of
Runaway Jukebox, Stubsie proved that he is a gifted singer songwriter in his
own right and it is a delight to have the opportunity to hear him playing what
he wants and likes. He then interspersed his music with carefully selected
covers that wakes you up to a new experience. |
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The Junkyard Dawg The Junkyard Dawg Jug Band are a good time,
great tune band. They delivered their set with so much verve and joy that it
is hard not to get carried away with their infectious music. Even Paul Hilder
as the epitome of his current favourite Count Binface you are never sure what
songs they will play but there are a few things assured. There was fiddle,
guitar, mandolin, harp, washboard and ukulele bass but no jugs! That there
were none did not detract from their individual brilliance. They are such a
breath of fresh air. Thanks guys. |
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Grateful thanks to Charlie for his sterling
work on the Sound Desk. Also, much appreciation to all the staff and
volunteers who go to make the SMA such a wonderful welcoming venue. |
