I've known about this session for quite some time but only managed to get down there last night. The session starts around 8.30 - 9.00 and finishes at midnight. The numbers and ability of players varies but I'm told there are normally 3 or 4 who can hold the session together (There were 2 good melodeon players and a couple of guitars and whistles when I went). Some very good singers about the place too! All musicians get a free drink. ANYTHING GOES! Seriously. Cajun, Irish, Scottish, Irish, Blues, English, Songs and this really helps with a city as small as York. Good atmosphere and the regulars fill up the spaces and join in. A good craic. Great session for beginners and professionals not looking for something to demanding or extreme (in my opinion). A good laugh!
Friday at the Tap & Spile
I've known about this session for quite some time but only managed to get down there last night. The session starts around 8.30 - 9.00 and finishes at midnight. The numbers and ability of players varies but I'm told there are normally 3 or 4 who can hold the session together (There were 2 good melodeon players and a couple of guitars and whistles when I went). Some very good singers about the place too! All musicians get a free drink. ANYTHING GOES! Seriously. Cajun, Irish, Scottish, Irish, Blues, English, Songs and this really helps with a city as small as York. Good atmosphere and the regulars fill up the spaces and join in. A good craic. Great session for beginners and professionals not looking for something to demanding or extreme (in my opinion). A good laugh!
# Posted on August 26th 2006 by Daniel Gott
Beer
Oh yeah, and it's a real ale pub with at least 4 guest beers on regularly (if that floats your boat).
# Posted on August 26th 2006 by Daniel Gott
Yes! I've been there a few times now...lovely session...you've forgotten that SCANDINAVIAN GOES!!
Well, that's been the case when i've been there since i'm the one who starts one off!
# Posted on January 7th 2008 by D.J.F.