2024 CAFE RUN @ Folk Roots Fringe part of Chapel Allerton Arts Festival
Schedule
Sat Aug 31 2024 at 01:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Chapel Allerton Arts Festival | Leeds, EN
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Chapel Allerton Arts FestivalFolk Roots Fringe presents:
CAFÉ RUN 2024
The Café Run takes place on the Saturday 31st August afternoon from 1.30pm where a number of artists will move around performing 30 - 45 minutes at various cafes and bars in Chapel Allerton to help provide a festival community atmosphere in the village.
Come on down, buy a drink, relax and listen to some great music hopefully in the sun! And bring a friend or two with you!
Acoustic Music will be provided by:
Ramona Ellis
Ramona Ellis has gained local popularity performing live gigs at numerous iconic Leeds venues with airplays on BBC Music Introducing and on the FAB Folk and Blues Radio Show. "An incredible young talent" Mike Jolly
PKYB
London-born and Leeds based music producer/singer/songwriter PKYB released his debut EP ‘Wrestling Self, Losing Graciously’ last year. The acoustic version of PKYB is something to look forward to on the Cafe Run.
Stiofan O'Treabhair
Fusion guitarist, bouzoukist and vocalist Stiofan O'Treabhair's music is rooted in Irish and Scottish folk traditions.
"Beautiful sounds" BChannel
"Bloody grand this! Can't stop me feet from tappin" Chris Brain
Sueli Gil
Combining the folkloric rhythms of Semba and the Bahia Afro sounds or “Tropicália” movement, Suéli Gil tells wholesome stories relating to her life. The Cafe Run will be a special opportunity to hear the acoustic interpretation of Suéli's songs.
As a bonus the Cafe Run will also featuring two special extras that will appear ad hoc at the various venues in the afternoon:
Gibbons Academy of Irish Dance
The Gibbons Academy of Irish Dance is a local dance school based in Chapel Allerton. Principle teacher Katie Gibbons has a wealth of experience teaching children of all ages and abilities, from beginner right through to World Championship level. The academy look forward to passing on the passion for Irish Dance to the next generation. You can be entertained by dancers from the Gibbons Academy at their Cafe Run performances.
www.gibbonsacademyid.com
Ben Magic
Inspired by watching card tricks, 16 year old Ben decided to learn the tricks of the trade. He has been practising for a decade and his flair for close-up and stage magic brings him to the streets of Chapel Allerton as part of the Cafe Run. Don't miss Ben Magic do a trick on you!
Ben Magic Promo Video:
The above artists will appear at these Chapel Allerton venues:
Bricklebanks Cafe Bar/The Square
Chapel Allerton Library
Festival Performance Area
Seven Arts Cafe/Bar
On Saturday 31st August 2024 afternoon from 1.30pm
And at the House of Koko Coffee Shop from 11am to 1pm
Free Admission. Turn Up and Put a Donation in the Bucket.
Or scan the QR Paypal Code provide on the day.
MORE INFO AT: https://chapelallerton.org.uk/cafe-run_2024/
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CAFÉ RUN ARTISTS BIOS AND MUSIC LINKS
Ramona Ellis
In 2019, as a 21 year old Ramona Ellis released her very well received debut EP ''State Of Mind'' recorded in a studio bedroom in Leeds. That was the year Ramona found true friendship and began finally finding herself and her music!
Since then, Ramona has gained popularity performing live gigs at numerous iconic Leeds venues including the Town Hall, Rock Nations @ Santiagos, The Oporto, Hyde Park Book Club, The Chemic Tavern, Chapel FM Arts and a number of local festivals. With airplays on BBC Music Introducing and on the FAB Folk and Blues Radio Show.
Ramona is currently focusing on writing and recording new material for her upcoming projects. So it is a special privilege to be able to have Ramona perform live on the Cafe Run at the popular Chapel Allerton Arts Festival.
You can find Ramona's self penned songs on all the streaming platforms, as well as covers and demos which are exclusive to her YouTube channel.
Quotes:
"Sooooo good!! Sounds amazing" Ella Playford
"An incredible young talent" Mike Jolly
"you were fantastic!" Hobson
YouTube:
Ramona Ellis " Feeling Small":
Ramona Ellis "One Night":
Ramona Ellis "Our Time":
Bandcamp:
Debut EP "State of Mind": https://ramonaellis.bandcamp.com/album/state-of-mind
PKYB
London-born and Leeds based music producer/singer/songwriter PKYB released his debut EP ‘Wrestling Self, Losing Graciously’ in 2023. It's a project eager to give words to shared life experiences of doubt, faith, self-growth, existential angst and spiritual de-turned-reconstruction.
PKYB has recently been working tirelessly in the studio with collaborators and musicians to create a 10 track album of new songs. The 2024 project will mark a significant shift in tone and style as PKYB finds renewed conviction in his music and creativity working with reputable producers Conall Mulvenna and Stephen Bradley.
PKYB YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu9mzEOb4Do4ABQITVpBDfg
PKYB single: "Do You Love Me Still?"
Stiofán Ó Treabhair
Stiofán Ó Treabhair is a fusion guitarist, bouzoukist & vocalist rooted in Irish and Scottish folk traditions. Drawing primary influence from the likes of Dick Gaughan, Planxty and Tony McManus. Stiofán's intricate performances reflect connections to the ethereal eclecticism of Jeff Buckley, Joni Mitchell & John McLaughlin.
"Gorgeous!" Evan Davies
"Beautiful sounds" BChannel
"Amazing! Made my day" Stephen Miller
"Bloody grand this! Can't stop me feet from tappin" Chris Brain
Stiofán Ó Treabhair YouTube Channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC0pi1bzHSqN_OBwrBJGwaoA
Suéli Gil
Suéli Gil is a daughter of Angolan parents. Suéli Gil combines the folkloric rhythms of Semba and the Bahia Afro sounds or “Tropicália” movement to tell wholesome stories relating to her life. Her musical influences approach musicians such as Djavan, Gilberto Gil, Elis Regina, Gal Costa, Paulo Flores.
Suéli has collaborated with such artists as Poppy Daniels, Lennyn Sampedro, Nik Nak and Frankie Harper. With her band she has played at venues such as the The Wardrobe; Hifi Club; Liverpool Brazilica Carnival; Manchester Brazilian Food Festival; Vamos Leeds Festival; Chapel Allerton Jazz Festival; World on our Doorstep, and featured at the BBC Leeds and the Richard Stead Breakfast radio show.
The Cafe Run will be a unique opportunity to hear Suéli Gil perform songs with an acoustic interpretation when accompanied by guitarist and vocalist JJ Petrie.
You Tube:
Suéli Gil 'Quem eu sou':
Suéli Gil "Feminina":
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Where is it happening?
Chapel Allerton Arts Festival, Leda Research and Development Limited, 4 Hawthorn Road, Leeds, LS7 4, United Kingdom,LeedsEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
