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Kenn Clarke onstage 7.30pm. Emily Smith 8.20pm (two 1 hour sets with a 20 minute interval)

This Saturday, folks.

Gonna be mega.

they've been hitting it hard for years! Saying that, neither could Jurassic 5.

Emily Smith Thursday 6 May, doors 7pm 10+bf The Lemon Tree One of the most prolific and fastest rising stars on the Scottish folk scene. as far as Im concerned she can walk on water Mike Harding, Radio 2 Smith could become to Scottish folk what Joni Mitchell is to its Californian cousin Q Magazine Smith deserves to become yet another new folk celebrity The Guardian www.emilysmith.org Tickets available from Aberdeen Box Office, 01224 641122.

The British Blues Quartet Saturday 24 April, doors 7.30pm 16 + bf The Lemon Tree A stellar night of UK blues. Featuring Maggie Bell, Dave Kelly, Colin Allen, Zoot Money, Colin Hodgkinson and Miller Anderson. Tickets available from Aberdeen Box Office, 01224 641122.

Tomorrow night, folks. You might not recognise the names but you will have herd them on the radio! Getting a lot of time on Radio 2, etc, in recent times; 'Haunted' by Ben Montague and 'Story' by Leddra Chapman.

MUSIC PROGRAMMER PART TIME 18k to 20k pro rata Aberdeen Performing Arts (APA) is a charitable company and operates three venues and box offices in Aberdeen: His Majestys Theatre, Music Hall and The Lemon Tree. The company has a turnover of around 8m, approximately 250 employees and has an excellent reputation with audiences. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated professional to join Aberdeen Performing Arts (APA) new programming team. Working with the new Head of Programming, the Music Programmer will be responsible for putting together an exciting and varied programme of live music at our intimate music venue, The Lemon Tree. The focus of this post will be to source and book the best new music acts across a number of genres. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in the music industry and possess excellent communication and organisational skills, a flexible approach to work, excellent time management and a strong work ethic. For further information and to obtain an application pack please visit our website at www.boxofficeaberdeen.com and click on the INFO + JOBS links or email recruitment@aberdeenperformingarts.com. Closing date for return of applications is Friday 7 May 2010.

Ace night this Friday at The Lemon Tree.

This sunday, chaps and chapettes.

this Friday folks.

support now confirmed as Mike Heron (from the Incredible String Band).

Fivefifteen, Chris Helme, Vesuvian and Rebel Roulette Friday 2 April, doors 8pm 6 + bf The Lemon Tree Tried posting this many times but never appears. Brilliant local band night this Friday! fivefifteen on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads Chris Helme on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads Vesuvian on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads rebel roulette on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads

Robyn Hitchcock plus support Friday 9 April, doors 7.30pm 12 + bf The Lemon Tree Posted a while back but has fallen off the list...! http://www.robynhitchcock.com

Cheers to everyone who came down to this on Saturday - place was packed for a fantastic show!

her latest album features Elton John and Tom Petty amongst others - worth a shifty.

Ben Montague & Leddra Chapman Thursday 15 April, doors 7.30pm 7.50 + bf The Lemon Tree Fantastic night showcasing two fast-rising singer-songwriters. Ben Montague has recently received alot of airplay on Radio 2 with his single 'Haunted', not to mention being hand-picked to support Joe Bonamassa and playing at Silverstone alongside Roger Daltrey and Neil Mason as part of Eddie Jordan's super-group. myspace.com/benmontaguemusic Recording and performing since the age of 12, Leddra Chapman has already accumulated a wealth of experience and industry support. Chosen as Music Week's Best of In The City (a showcase event in Manchester), she is described as filling a similar space to early Alanis Morissette and Joni Mitchell. myspace.com/leddrachapman

Jinski Sunday 11 April, doors 7.30pm 8/6 + bf The Lemon Tree An exciting folk and roots duo from Newcastle. songs that capture the mundane and the magic in everyday life..a resonant meditation on home, nostalgia and the little things Properganda jinski.com

tomorrow!

Fivefifteen, Vesuvian, Chris Helme & Rebel Roulette Friday 2 April, doors 8pm 6 + bf The Lemon Tree Four top-drawer Aberdeen acts in one night for not many pennies - great way to make a dent in your freshly earned wages!

This Friday, folks. Sure to be a cracking show.

brilliant and cheap folk gig this Thursday - not to be missed!

Kim Edgar, David Ferrard & Yvonne Lyon Thu 18 March, start 8pm 5 + bf The Lemon Tree Great night showcasing three of the brightest rising talents on the UK folk scene.

Great show coming up in a few weeks...

Brandi Carlile plus Katie Herzig Fri 30 April, doors 7.30pm 10 + bf The Lemon Tree Lounge