Denmark Arts Markets
First established in 1981 the Denmark Arts Markets have become a showcase for Denmark's craftspeople, entertainers and arts community. Held only four times a year it now attracts a great array of stalls and provides free entertainment to over 12,000 visitors each year. The over 100 stalls are an essential part of the Market Day, with handcrafted and innovative designs encouraged. There are also fresh produce, hot food, coffee, teas, ice cream and information stalls. They provide an outlet for regional craft, art and performing arts in a village atmosphere.
The Denmark Arts Markets are held on the banks of the Denmark River in Berridge Park from 10am - 4pm.
Dates are Saturday 10 December 2011, Saturday 7 January 2012, Sunday 22 January 2012 and Saturday 7 April 2012.
Entry is by gold coin donation
Markets Co-ordinator: Anna Steyl, Entertainment Co-ordinator: Andre Steyl
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Denmark Arts Markets Sunday 22 January 2012 - Free entertainment all day
Program
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10.00am |
Soul Food |
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10.30am |
Del Mundo |
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11.00am |
Matt Gresham |
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12 noon |
The So ‘n So’s |
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1.00pm |
Rebecca Bradley - cooking clown |
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1.30pm |
dilip n the davs |
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2.40pm |
Fingers Mitchell Cullen |
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roving - the orbler |
10.00am Soul Food
We are a group of 4, the main driver of Soul Food being Sam Rangi gearing us up with enthusiasm and encouragement to do what we all love to do - have music be food for the soul. Sam plays most of the rythm & beats with a few lead sections in some songs, he shares this with Jody Davis who is the 2nd guitarist, with both boys having different and colourful skills we seem to come out with quite a treat of riffs giving our sound a full vibrant nature. Sharing most of the Lead vocals is Lisa Marie (aka Lisa Walker) and Donna Davis (me) just as the boys have there variety so do the girls, having strong soulful vocals with very different tones that work well together... Soulfood started jamming together on Thursday nights, a couple of hours before the White Star open mic nights to learn a couple of songs and take them to the open mic sesh to see how they would pull off?, this I can say is where it all came alive.
Sunday practices are more of a cruisy jam day for us with Food normally cooking in the background with the door open to visitors to join us for a Sunday feed and jam. We are a vocally dynamic group focussing on funky acoustic rythmns and full range of harmonies, all members partake in the singing duties whether it be leading a song or BV for another... you could say that the harmonies is the main focus and the feel that we want to deliver to the people... our influences of music stem from old school Motown tunes, blues numbers, R&B hits and NZ Reggae! Irie!
We are 'SoulFood' - Music is food for the soul!
10.30am Del Mundo
Del Mundo is Spanish for "of the world" and this three piece band performs exotic grooves from many musical cultures. Their set journeys through fiery Latin and Gypsy, to heartfelt Soul and Swing.
All accomplished multi-instrumentalists, they weave their intricate harmonies around acoustic guitars, double-bass, piano, percussion and saxophone.
Originally formed at "Rhythmsong" 2011, the band have since featured at Nanga Music Festival, as well as performing regular gigs on the Fremantle cafe scene.
Del Mundo are Marie O'Dwyer, Bec Bradley Chris Clark.
11.00am Matt Gresham
Already with 3 successful albums, an army of loyal followers and an armful of song-writing awards, 21 year old acoustic artist Matt Gresham has won the respect and admiration of audiences, musicians and critics around the world.
After inspiring performances at the Fairbridge, Nannup and Nanga festivals, Matt’s live act has proven to mesmerize new audiences while also drawing the attention of major artists such as John Butler and Xavier Rudd.
Possessing an almost magical ability to instantly connect with new audiences and engage them with his infectious music and masterful stage presence, Matt Gresham regularly attracts a 400 strong crowd to his West Australian shows.
Pulling from influences which stretch back over the past half century, Matt has a truly individual sound with a positive message. He has a joyful and exuberant style which floats his audiences from soul to the packed dance floor. Spine-tingling vocals soar above Matt’s catchy melodies and driving rhythms.
On the back of a successful Australian tour, Matt is looking forward to spending more time on the East Coast to begin building what he has been so successful in doing in the West for the last 5 years.
http://www.myspace.com/mattgresham
12 noon Cyclone Tracee and The So ‘n So~s
The So & So~s will perform a collection of funky blues ska and rocking original songs, including WAMI nominations and grooving instrumentals. They will be joined on stage by renowned live-wire Cyclone Tracee, who started her singing career as front person for local band Taxi in the eighties, with Joel Barter on drums and Robert Bush on saxophones and keyboards.
As well as this combination, the So & So~s now include Colin Reeves on guitar and Eddie Tatuki on bass.
1.00pm "Cooking with Gas"
Join your gracious host Creme Brulee as she takes you on a comical culinary adventure. A cooking show with a twist (of lime)!
Bec Bradley, as a child, often imagined her future as a Prima Ballerina. However this dream was thwarted when she failed her grade two ballet exam for impersonating a dinosaur in the improvisational dance section. Having two oversized left feet didn't help either. Quickly she realised her calling in this life was to entertain, not through poise and grace but rather through clumsiness and a propensity to accidents.
After completing a BA in Theatre and Philosophy from Murdoch University, she headed overseas to study at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. She spent the next four years living and working in Spain performing physical theatre and Theatre in Education, as well as trying her hand as a street performer. Whilst there, she trained under students of Le Coq in the art of Clown, where she learnt she had a physical aptitude for causing laughter...ahem. Clown is now one of the main focuses of her arts practice.
Since her return to Australia in 2005, Bec has been exploring the magical world of puppetry, and has worked for companies such as Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, Swerve, and Class Act.
As a co-director of Flying heart Productions she continues with a clown's work- that of embracing her follies, relishing in her stupidity, and bringing joy to as many people as possible.
1.30pm Dilip n the Davs
Dilip n the DAVs High-octane, energy-packed dancing music from one of WA's busiest and most engaging live acts. Blending reggae, funk, rock and grooves, this 6 piece Fremantle based party band have established themselves as one of the state's most popular music shows.
This year the band were nominated for 3 WAMI awards: best funk band, best blues & roots band, and best drummer.
Dilip n the Davs were first introduced to Denmark at the Shire's Centenary Street Party celebrations, performing as the headline act on the stage in Strickland Street.
2.40pm Fingers Mitchell Cullen
'Fingers' Mitchell Cullen is a one man band. On stage he plays three digeridoos, guitar, harmonica and plays percussion with a stomp box. At such a young age, he displays massive talent. The energy and soul in his music reminds me of a young Xavier Rudd. Definitely an artist to keep an eye on" - Jordan Shields, music photographer.
Regional Idol Winner 2008
Heat Winner of THE NEXT BIG THING 2008 and 2009
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