Join us on Friday Dec 13th for a very special edition of Race Brook Lodge's beloved tradition of sea shanty singalongs. Shantyman and Balladier, Alex Harvey is brining world famous traditional singers Bonnie Milner and Deirdre Murtha to join him for 2024's final Shanty night.
Shinbone Alley combines the musical forces of a rotating cast of musicians lead by multi-instrumentalist, Alex Harvey, SHINBONE ALLEY. Its an old world folk collective that reimagines archaic street ballads and songs of the sea. We gather to celebrate the haunting intercultural exchange of 18th and 19th century sea songs and balladry - whose ingredients travelled from the furthest corners of the globe to be remade and stitched anew by sailors of every shade and shape at port and at sea.
Stay over with us! Race Brook is offering a 20% discount on overnight accommodations for guests attending Shinbone Alley using code SHANTY. Click here to book your room with the discount now.
Thursday, November 21st
Doors Open: 7pm / Music Starts: 8pm
In the Down County Social Club at Race Brook Lodge
864 South Undermountain road ( AKA Rt 41 ) Sheffield, MA - Click here for Location
Tickets: $15 advance, $20 at the door
Advance Tickets
The Down County Social Club, beneath The Stagecoach Tavern at Race Brook Lodge, features a handpicked selection of extraordinary and rare entertainment presented in an intimate speakeasy-style environment. Our live performances include music, dance, performance art, poetry and multimedia works. We also occasionally offer films and academically themed events. Our programming is as eclectic as you can imagine! For info and dinner reservations at The Stagecoach Tavern
DINNER RESERVATIONS AT THE STAGECOACH TAVERN
ARTIST BIO
The Tow Rope Girls will carry you on a voyage of rousing sea chanteys, sailors’ ditties, maritime ballads, and Irish songs.Through their partnership and as members of The Johnson Girls, Bonnie Milner and Deirdre Murtha have cast a wide net of performing both here and abroad. Included in their sea chest are children’s and adult programs which they have presented at schools and libraries, as well as performances at festivals and concerts.
They have also been known to add a bit of spice to pub sessions.They bring a wide depth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm to their singing and encourage their audiences to join in the fun.
