An evening with John Kirkpatrick at Cafe No9

- JOHN KIRKPATRICKThe Solo Christmas Show“CAROLLING & CRUMPETS”Taking its title from John’s unforgettable song telling the Nativity story from the pointof view of the animals in the stable, this show is a heart-warming look at the timelessrituals found in the folklore and folk music of England at Midwinter.

John peels awaythe commercial gloss of modern Christmas to reveal the powerful pagan urges thatrace through us all at this time of year, and the life and death struggle that issymbolised in so many traditional songs and customs.And if that all sounds just a little too intense, then rest assured that the mysterious andmurky goings-on in these magical songs of wassailing, wren-hunting, stirring the fire,and incessant feasting, all come dressed up in a glittering finery of toe-tapping tunesand cracking choruses.

Add to the mixture a light-hearted smattering of hilariousoriginal songs, a sprinkling of carols both familiar and unfamiliar, all stirred up withJohn’s usual panache and energy, and supported by his scintillating skill on a varietyof squeeze-boxes, and you have an unbeatable recipe for having a rattling good sing,guaranteed to keep the spirits cheery and the cold at bay.www.johnkirkpatrick.co.ukPlease note this ticket price DOES include a BYOB fee should you wish to bring alcohol to the venue.All additional purchases of non alcoholic drinks and home baked sweet treats from the cafe counter are always very much appreciated.