Sun, 28 Jul
|Box
Schtumm.... Presents Simon Kempston & Jake Puntis
A evening of beautiful guitar and song.
Time & Location
28 Jul 2024, 19:00 – 22:00
Box, High St, Box, Corsham SN13 8NH, UK
About the event
Simon Kempston
Simon Kempston is ‘one of Scotland’s very best songwriters’ (The Sunday Herald), a composer and leading fingerstyle guitarist based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
There are very few artists who manage to create a sound on an acoustic guitar which is distinctive, instantly recognisable. Simon’s complex finger-picking style, which draws from the disparate genres of classical, celtic and blues (amongst others) confirms he is certainly one such artist, his subtle style providing the perfect accompaniment for his rich, powerful and compelling tenor vocals.
His outstanding songs showcase thought-provoking, inspiring poetic lyrics which often sidestep the usual themes of love and attraction, in favour of offering crucial, important political and social commentary. Fascinations with architecture, travel and English literature have all informed his impressive lyrical style, words which can stand alone as poetry in their own right apart from the music.
Jake Puntis
Southampton-born fingerstyle guitar instrumentalist, Jake Puntis has played all over the world. Having recently supported Jon Gomm on his autumn tour, this year marks 20 years of graft for his craft. An exceptional rhythmic fingerstyle guitarist. We think you'll be mesmerised by his skill and musicality!
About Schtumm....
Book your seat in advance for free to let us know you're attending and pay £10 cash on the door. This goes to the musicians playing on the night. The Schtumm team works voluntarily to enable grassroots music to grow and the venue makes what it can from drinks sales.
Held in the grounds of The Queens Head in Box, Wiltshire. SN13 8NH
A country pub serving fine ales, a wide range of gin, wines and non alcoholic drinks. Independent food vendors are also present at some events.
Indoors - The Longroom
An intimate space used during the winter months with a maximum capacity of 40 seated.
The Magical Marquee
A gorgeous marquee, enjoy the live music whilst the sun sets in the Spring and Summer months. Maximum seated capacity of 60 and 20 standing.
The Steve Hall Arena
Our largest open air space used for larger events in the summer months. 60 seated and as many as you like standing!
In case of poor weather, our outdoor arena events may be moved to the marquee.
Delays may occur in case of electrical storms but rain won't stop us!
Parking is available at The Selwyn Hall Car Park - a short walk from the venue.
Tickets
Seat Reservation
Book a seat in advance and pay £10 cash on the door that goes directly to the artists. Please be aware that in case of bad weather the event will be held in the marquee. Your seat reservation will still be valid but seating allocation is on a first come, first served basis.
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