The FORTH VALLEY BLUES FESTIVAL had its origin in a discussion between local publicans; Chris and Maureen Bramich – long time patrons of live music – and Victorian Bluesman Brian Fraser.
It was agreed over a few beers that Tassie was in need of a great blues event and that Forth would be the ideal venue. Now, seven festivals on and the eighth well underway, these first thoughts have certainly been proved correct!
The initial fund raising purpose of the event was to provide for facilities improvements to the Forth recreation ground which caters for the local football, cricket, and tennis clubs, and is the festival site.
This has been highly successful and continues, as well as donations now being extended to other community groups, service clubs, and local schools.
The organisation of the annual festival is a wonderful exercise in community involvement. An active, hardworking committee is supported by many local groups and individuals providing time, expertise, and labour, both prior to the event and on the big day.
The festival’s musical program has developed into a well-recognised format of 13 hours of music – 12:30pm -- 1:30am - with most acts performing two sets, one afternoon and one evening. This provides full value for patrons attending who may wish to partake in a more laid-back family friendly afternoon session and for those who want to crank things up and rage on after dark!
Just $25 gets all over 16 years of age entry for the whole 12 hours of entertainment – or as much of it as you may want. Under 16years entry is free but must be accompanied by an adult.
The festival day also includes the usual large range of stalls with food, music, clothing and much more; bar facilities; a motorbike show & shine; free overnight camping facilities; and Sunday breakfast on sale for those who camp.
The festival has showcased some of the very best in Australian Blues and Roots music talent with both home grown Tassie acts and great mainland names. There has even been international performances from artists such as Britain’s Ron Garfield, New Zealand’s Mike Garner, and Japanese blues rockers The Outloop way Blues Band.
Turning Blue, The Muddy Puddles, Pale Riders, Bo Jenkins, Rockbottom James & the Detonators, Collard Greens and Gravy,, Salty Dog, The Chromedaddies, Psycho Zydeco ,Mallee Roots, Brian Faser, Mike Elrington, Matt Corcoran, Harper, and Kate Meehan are just some mainland acts well known to lovers of blues music who have performed at past festivals. Great Tassie talent has included Pete Cornelius & the Devilles, Shake Sugaree, Voodoo Blues, Black and Blues, The Barflies, The Rhythm Gliders, and Full Tilt Boogie.
Contact  
Forth Valley Blues Festival Incorporated
Chris Bramich [Pres] & Russell Townsend [ Promo] |
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c/- Bridge Hotel
FORTH
7310 |
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Postal Address:
The Secretay,
Forth Valley Blues Festival
c/- Forth Post Office
7310 |
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Municipality:
Central Coast Council |
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Ph: (03) 6428-2239
Fax: (03) 6428-3220
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Email:
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Last Updated : 09-12-2005
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Meeting Schedule
2006 Festival Date -Saturday 18 March
Next Committee meeting: 11 Jan '06- 7:00 at Bridge Hotel Forth |
Membership open to
Stallhoder enquiries:
To - Maureen Bramich
Bridge Hotel Forth
ph 03 64 28 2239
Post to -Stallhoder Enquiries - Forth Valley Blues Fest. c/- Forth Post office 7310 |
Area Served
MUSIC LINEUP -2006 ; Saturday 18March
BONDI CIGARS -Aussie's premiere touring blues Band well known to Tassie blues lovers make their 1st Forth Festival appearance
SPECTRUM - Aussie Blues and Rock legends.
THE DETONATORS -From Vic, and recently returned from touring Europe this fantastic jump rock blues outfit returning to Tassie and their 2nd Forth Festival appearance.
LEMON SQUEEZIN' DADDIES - Tight ,swinging blues outfit from Sydney.
TERRAPLANE - Long standing Hobart Blues band. Long awaited Forth Fest appearance.
BLACK & BLUES. Great pub blues sound from Launceston. Their 2nd Fest performance.
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