Cap in Hand
...is a talented folk duo comprising “Dave Spira” and “Nigel Walters” (also of Wheeze and Suck Band). These guys have proven their popularity with festival audiences and demand exceeds supply, as they rarely travel outside of their area. Their first CD is due for release soon and is well overdue.
Dave and Nigel both play exquisite finger style acoustic guitar in a range of open tunings. They write many of their own songs and tunes with a wide mix of light and shade as well as ensuring ample opportunity for rousing audience participation.
They are both fine musicians and entertainers. With influences including Nic Jones, Martin Simpson, Simon Fox and Bill Mize their music ranges from traditional to contemporary. Come along and enjoy the delightful interplay between Dave’s dexterous finger style guitar and Nigel’s fine singing and multi-instrumental (guitar, mandolin and cello mandolin) playing.
Cap in Hand offer all the ingredients for a fine evening’s entertainment and will be at the Newcastle Folk Club on Saturday October 6th.
The support act on that night is local award-winning songwriter Maureen O’Brien who has just released her 6th album. Her music – a hard-to-define blend of contemporary folk/blues/jazz - is played by numerous community radio stations across Australia. Every song has a story and many are wrapped in a giggle. They’re warm, human, reflections on contemporary life.
