Bluesmen
Authentic interesting old blues with "some motion”. Enjoy Robert Johnson, Leadbelly, T-Bone Walker favourites and much more, on guitars, banjo and harmonica. A three piece group based in Gosford.
Ph:  Graham Black (02) 4329 5333

Bushfire Bushband
Kent Daniel's Bushfire Band has been the Hunter's premier bush dance band for more than 20 years. With a passion and commitment to keeping alive the tradition of Australian Bush music, the band delivers a professional quality performance of both traditional and contemporary folk music.
www.bushfirebushband.com.au

Jane M Harding
Jane M Harding is a singer/songwriter from Coonabarabran in north-west NSW.  Her songs are inspired by the land and its characters whom she knows and loves, with melodies informed by traditional Irish, Scottish and Australian folk tunes.  Blessed with a fantastic voice and gentle touch on guitar, she weaves a story in song that will haunt you long after the performance is over.
www.myspace.com/janemharding

Larry Hughes
A prolific and well-respected independent musician proficient in many genres Larry Hughes has been playing professionally for 20 years. From Newcastle on the East Coast of Australia he has toured widely around Australia and Asia. A singer/songwriter, Larry plays a vast range of styles and musical instruments: electric and acoustic guitars, violin, mandolin, harmonica, piano, bass and five string banjo, dobro.
www.myspace.com/larryjhughes

Mothers of Intention
Mothers of Intention are a Celtic inspired four piece band featuring 3 part vocal harmonies, rhythm guitar, fiddle, mandolin, Irish whistles, recorders and Bodran (Irish frame drum). The extensive repertoire includes a vibrant mix of Celtic and Folk inspired covers, traditional and original songs sung in exquisite three part harmony. The Mothers also play trad and original tunes, jigs and reels. This electric mix makes for an interesting,varied and enjoyable performance.
www.mothersofintention.com.au

The Collectables
Flower Power performance of folk music covers from the 60's from Peter, Paul and Mary, the Mammas and Pappas, and others. This is a five piece band rich in harmonies and hipsters. Great sing along band.
Ph:  Bilbo (02) 4958 4033

Walcha Road
Newcastle based band that plays a range of dance tunes from Australia and abroad, but the core of their repertoire is traditional Aussie music. Joyful, sweet and wild music from the really good old days!
sites.google.com/site/walcharoad/aboutus


Teachers
Fiddle Lessons
Shayne Kerr
Ph: (02) 4967 3167
Shayne is great for beginners or those needing a few tips.

Guitar Lessons
Michael Fitzgerald
Ph:  0425 313 577


Instrument Makers / Repairers
Guitars & Violins
Roland Stefen
Ph:  (02) 4271 3238
www.rolandstefenviolinmaker.com
Email:  stefeninstruments@gmail.com

I.L.E. Guitars
Antique Restoration & French Polishing
Ian Ellis
Ph:  0409 103 215


Percussion Instruments
The World Drumming Network
Kevin Kelly
Ph:  0423 909 368
www.bodrahnworld.com
Percussion instruments - retail / wholesale, private lessons & group workshops, corporate workshops, childrens workshops (drumkins), performances.


Whistles
Oz Whistles
Mitch Smith
Ph:  (02) 4784 2105, or 0412 961 236
www.ozwhistles.com
Email:  mitch@ozwhistles.com