EVENING CONCERT - Friday 14 November 2014  Fletchers Stage -Our Holy Redeemer Catholic Church Hall (Mont Albert Rd) (Booking - www.surreyhillsnc.org.au or 9890 2467) 8.00-9.00pm The Snake Eyed Rollers Meld a love for dirty blues and rockabilly that gets toes-a-tappin’ and hips a swingin’. Consisting of Box Hill Institute music graduates, the sassy tunes and revamped classics transport audiences to a red-hot, sweltering and hypnotising New Orleans night. 9.30-10.30pm The Band Who Knew Too Much This band is a bona-fide, fool-proof and floor-packing group that has branded its sound around the world. Highly energetic Australian songs, propelled by vigorous woodchop rhythm, at home on the festival stage, busking unplugged on the city streets and anything in-between! FESTIVAL - Saturday 15 November 2014 - Free Concerts!  Bendigo Bank Stage, Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre (rear) 1.00-1.45pm Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club The Club is approaching its 20th anniversary, exploring the lively sounds of Scottish music with a repertoire that acknowledges and reinvents tradition. Regularly collaborating with some of the world’s best traditional musicians, the Club puts on a heart-warming and exhilarating show. 1.45-2.00pm Opening speeches 2.00-2.30pm Men in Suits Men in Suits burst onto Melbourne’s music scene in 2007 and continue to surprise and delight audiences with a repertoire of deadpan originals, revolutionary anthems, Georgian lullabies and classic pop songs (with a twist). 2.40-3.10pm We Are But Citizens This energetic electro rock trio is a Triple J unearthed artist, an emerging, fun, unique group combining edgy guitars and a dance feel. 3.20-3.50pm The Justin Yap Band The band plays a potent blend of deep blues, sanctified soul and down-home funk to deliver chemistry and energy in full force at every show. Their album ‘Long Way From Home’ debuted at No. 3 on the Australian Blues Charts. 4.00-4.30pm Le Blanc Bros The `brothers’ perform a fine tribute to the music & language of the Cajuns – playing the traditional music of Southern Louisiana, waltzes, two-steps and Creole blues with energy and style. 4.40-5.10pm Canvas Road Canvas Road has just released a collection of novellas with their debut EP ‘Little Towns’. When chatting and playing for Richard Stubbs on ABC 774, their lush, bright and earthy style captivated the audience. 5.20-5.50pm Kill TV Another Triple J unearthed 3-piece pop/rock band from Melbourne. A high-energy act performing original songs from their soon to be released debut EP ‘Soulcatcher’ 6:00-6.30pm Encuentro Dos This group was a highlight at last year’s festival; exquisite, flamenco-inspired music from Juan Martinez on guitar, Peter Vadiveloo on percussion and Antonio Mazziotta on bass. Contemporary, mesmerizing and passionate. 6.40-7.10pm Lagoon Hill Zydeco Fun and lively, this dance band is strongly influenced by the distinct musical culture of Louisiana and inspired by the dynamic Hobartian accordionist Dave Elliston. 7.20-7.50pm Midnight Hunting Crew `The crew’ has just the right amount of spitting hiss, harmony and breathy interludes - sweet and moving, feel-good, tail-feather-shaking, rootsy Australian country rock with influences from round the world 8.00-8.30pm The Satin Dolls and The Fat Rats Jazz Club This sassily named female jazz vocal trio is inspired by the music of the 1930s and 1940s, with some modern twists, accompanied by the swinging beats of the Fat Rats. Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes! 8.40-9.10pm The Weeping Willows Although young, The Weeping Willows are old souls, steeped in bluegrass tradition and draped in gothic Americana imagery. They regale their audience with stories of sunshine and romance, God and The Devil, murder and decay. Real music. 9.20-10.00pm Emily Soon An acoustic singer-songwriter, known for her soulful voice, Emily graces Melbourne venues following the release of her debut EP, ‘Once’ – a little music book, recounting stories of life’s greatest pleasures, heartbreak and the things we take for granted.  HB Audio Stage, Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre (front) 12.15-12.45pm Australian Youth Choir Australia’s pre-eminent co-educational children’s choir has a rich tradition in Choral music. The blue and gold robes of the Australian Youth Choir have featured at cultural events that shape our nation. 1.00-1.30pm Open Door Community Choir The Open Door Community Choir blends an eclectic mix of voices in a variety of popular, contemporary renditions all about enjoyment of singing and a love of music. 2.00-2.30pm The Cutting Mostly original acoustic songs, The Cutting mixes folk, blues, alt, pop and country into a fine blend of melody, guitar, mandolin and ukulele driven grooves. 2.45-4.15pm Hooptopia A place to PLAY! Igniting creative expression through giggles, dance, movement...and hula hoops of course. Discover your inner hoop star. For all levels and abilities not just for the kids. 4.30-5.00pm Mark Lindsay Mark is an acoustic solo guitarist/singer with a love of 60’s songs leaning towards softer jazz-folk. 5.15-5.45pm Toby Graham This artist embraces simple, haunting songs full of lyrical imagery. Presented with a powerful voice, his music provides every nuance of emotion. Expect undulating ballads and screaming gypsy jives.  New Litho Stage, Holy Trinity Anglican Church 2.00-2.20pm Rechoired (conducted by Barbara McSkimming) A local choir that sings for the joy and fun of it, Rechoired has been a feature of the festival since its inception. 2.30-2.50pm Yarra Gospel This year Yarra Gospel celebrates its 10th birthday. They perform inspiring arrangements of traditional gospel songs and spirituals around Melbourne and in regional Victoria. 3.00-3.20pm Open Door Gospel Sing Gospel music, contemporary Christian and the occasional choral piece. 3.30-3.50pm With One Voice Ashburton A choir with a real sense of community and friendship, singing in a range of styles, often performing beloved hits such as Billy Joel’s ‘Piano Man’ and Eric Clapton’s ‘Tears in Heaven’ 4.00-4.20pm Box Hill Chorale (conductor Andrew Wailes) Formed in 1946 and developing into one of Victoria’s most active community choirs, the Chorale has a proud history of performance, within the City of Whitehorse and the wider eastern suburbs of Melbourne 4.30-4.50pm Majellan Singers (conductor Bill Simmons) The women’s ensemble will perform a repertoire of pieces spanning the 16th and 21st centuries. Expect to be beguiled by sacred and secular music sung in a seductive four-part harmony.  Maitland Room, The Cottage - Primarily for kids 2.15-2.45pm Do You See What I Hear? This creative project was invented by artist Carmen Chan in 2006. The project is a multidisciplinary activity using brushes, paint, canvasses and cardboard to discover music through art. 3.00-3.30pm Charteris Performers The group is a seasoned and innovative multi-part piano ensemble with performance experience at the Arts Centre of Melbourne and the Victorian Government’s Australia Day Celebration.  Café Music 2:30pm Timeless Melodies at Freckled Hen Café Whether they render a classical aria, an old time favourite, a folk ballad or a Beatle song, Anne and Etienne are bound to captivate their audience. 3.00pm The Real Paul Hogan at Zimt Patisserie Bakery Café Paul is a singer, actor and impressionist, a modern day crooner in the style of Michael Buble & Robbie Williams. 7.00pm Stoneflower at Reunion Café Dining Dinner and show: evocative artistry of jazz, Brazilian bossa nova & melodic pop with bassist Tamara Murphy, the silken voice of Jacqueline Gawler (Coco’s Lunch) and the brilliant young guitarist Hugh Stuckey, a gentle magic. Bookings 9836 1442.