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The last sunday concert at Irish Murphy's for July was a cracker, Rant kicked the night off with a brilliant opening set which included 'Ramble On' followed by a wonderful blend of Russian, Gaelic and French cafe style songs and tunes. A truly versatile and talented young outfit destined for a great career.

They were followed by veteran trio Doole, Evans and Farnsworth who proceeded to make everybody comfy with great renditions of a couple of Steeleye Span style songs from Pat Evans and very sharp instrumental sets from Rob and Prue. Nice accompaniment Read more »»

The Last Sunday Folk Club - Sunday Aug 30th 2009 8pm Irish Murphy's Geelong

Suzette Herft is a contemporary troubadour and songwriter whose roots are in the American Folk tradition. She has often been described as the “Australian Joan Baez”, with her dark features and her rich, honeyed voice. Read more »»

La Trobe University and the School of Historical and European Studies is presenting a Free, Public Lecture on Sunday 20th September 2009 at 3pm.

This will be a special, extended performance of 'Lochaber No More' a history of the Jacobite rebellions and the Highland Clearances in narrative and song. Read more »»

Can't get enough Open-Mic action? The Zebra Crossing Bar & Bistro in Ocean Grove runs an Open Mic with Steve Messina every Friday night from 9pm. Read more »»

Expressions of interest are now being sought to audition for The Lake School's annual young band award. Auditions will be held upstairs at Irish Murphy's Geelong on Saturday 17th October at 11am. All participants welcome. Read more »»

Friday 25th September – Monday 28th September 2009

Tickets are still available for the 2009 Roses Gap/Barrigar Folk Music Camp. Held in the middle weekend of the September school holidays campers enjoy making music in the relaxed atmosphere and magical setting of the Grampians/Gariwerd National Park.

The camp offers good facilities and there are plenty of unpowered campsites and bunkhouses available. You can use the outdoor cooking and BBQ facilities, or enjoy our special on-site café. Our caterer will have meals and snacks at reasonable Read more »»