Thursday 1 March:
Empirical

Winners of the Music of Black Origin (MOBO) award in 2010 and a highlight of the 2011 London Jazz Festival, Empirical's smart post-bop style has drawn admiring notices on both sides of the Atlantic. Their debut recording went on to be voted Jazzwise magazine's album of the year, and Mojo magazine's jazz album of the year.

Expertly incorporating elements of classical, African and Cuban musical forms into its original, sophisticated, fresh-sounding jazz, Empirical make a point of not being centered around a specific front line or leader; it is very much a complete band, each member contributing equally, adding their own facets to the overall sound.

2012 will see Empirical on a full UK tour to mark the release of a brand new, and much anticipated, album. Featuring Nathanial Facey on alto-saxophone, Lewis Wright on vibes and glockenspiel, double-bassist Tom Farmer and drummer Shaney Forbes.

"Empirical could turn out to be one of the most important bands in British Jazz history" - Jazzwise

Tickets £12 in advance, £14 on the door, £5 under 16s. FCA £11 in advance, £13 on the door.

Doors open 7.00pm. Start time 8.00pm.

Tickets reservations 01822 833183 or by emailing

Sunday 26 February:
WEDDING FAIR at The Old Chapel 10.30am to 3.30pm.

To celebrate our first year as a licensed wedding venue, Calstock Arts will host a Wedding Fair. The first 50 people to arrive will be offered a free glass of fizz, and there will be plenty of stands to look at, things to try and a small café in the Gallery Bar. If you have never seen the Old Chapel dressed up for a ceremony, come along and join us.

If you offer a service or run a business connected with wedding celebrations and would like a stand please contact Lily Russell on 01822 833183 or at

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Thursday 19 April:
An Evening with Pen Hadow

Pen Hadow rose to international fame when, after 15 years of unrelenting effort, he finally achieved his extraordinary goal to become the first person to trek solo from Canada to the North Geographic Pole – a feat which has not been repeated. Within months he went on to become the only Briton to have trekked without resupply, both the North and South Poles.

Pen is now dedicated to improving scientific and public understanding of the natural world. In 2009, he founded Geo Mission, a pioneering environmental sponsorship organisation, which engages global businesses with the high profile work of scientists addressing the major environmental issues of our time.

He is a regular contributor on environmental issues to The Times and The Independent, amongst other publications.

Pen will talk about his life and work, with illustrations from his expeditions. Calstock Arts is pleased to host this event in association with Tavistock Festival.

Tickets £8.50 in advance, £9.50 door, £6 under 16s.

Please note, advance tickets for this event are only available from: Andrew Brown Dental Surgery  9 Plymouth Road Tavistock PL19 8AU  Tel: 01822 617788  email: aglbrown@care4free.net

Doors open 7.00pm. Start time 8.00pm.

01822 833183 or email

Friday 30 March:
Neil Innes - ‘Short Stories and Tall Songs’

Neil performs a wry, poignant, humorous and topical one-man show, spiced with anecdotes of his life and times in the world of media and show business.

He is best known for his work with Monty Python, The Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band and The Rutles while his TV shows for BBC2, The Innes Book of Records have become cult classics.

His solo show tickles the emotions with a potent mix of fine musicianship and enlightened lyricism, packed with sharp observations celebrating the absurdities of modern existence.

Tickets £12 in advance, £14 on the door, £5 under 16s. FCA £11 in advance, £13 on the door.

Doors open 7.00pm. Start time 8.00pm.

01822 833183 or email

Saturday 24 March:
Helen Porter and Pete Rosser

Helen and Pete perform an eclectic mix of material, ranging from 1930s cabaret songs to their own compositions, always with jazz at its heart. Pete’s solo piano performances blend Joplin's ragtime, Ellington's swing, Monk's bebop and the contemporary stylings of Jarrett and Mehldau, with a little tango on the side. Helen accompanies on vocals with her dramatic and seductive voice

Tickets £6 in advance, £7 on the door, £5 under 16s.

Doors open 7.00pm. Start time 8.00pm.

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Saturday 17 March:
Film Night at The Old Chapel - "Piccadilly"

Piccadilly is a beautiful study of London in the 1920s, perfectly illustrating the contrast between high and low society, from the immigrant slums of Limehouse to the opulent nightclubs of Soho. A beautiful Chinese dancer is discovered working in the kitchen by a Soho nightclub owner and showcased as his new novelty act - with dramatic results. A fantastic film, on a par with Hitchcock’s best of this period.

Five piece Cornish bank Wurlitza have been gathering critical acclaim for their unique musical accompaniments to classic films. With a soundtrack ranging from classical piano, Spanish guitar, four part harmonies and jazz standards – all performed live – there is truly something for everyone in this amazing performance.

“What I particularly admired was Wurlitza’s skill in playing in perfect timing but also for a great choice of music.” Nick Bailey, Classic FM

£7 in advance, £8 on the door, £5 under 18s.

Doors open 7.00pm. Film starts 8.00pm.

Please note there will be no food served at this event.

01822 833183 or email

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Friday 9 March:
Gallery Bar Special - Out to Grass

Acclaimed local band playing blue grass versions of songs you know and love!

The Gallery Bar will open at 7.30pm. The band will play from around 8.30pm.

Free admission, bucket for the band, chatty atmosphere.

Please note that this is a bar night where people come to chat as well as to enjoy the music, rather than a concert.

telephone 01822 833183 or emailing

Friday 13 April:
A Gallery Bar Special - Fretwork

Acoustic guitar duo Jim Flanders and Steve Wiggett are regulars on the South West touring circuit, with a repertoire of popular songs ranging from folk classic ‘Fields of Gold’ to classic hits such as ‘How Sweet It Is’ and ‘Call Me’.

Please note that this is a bar night where people come to chat as well as to enjoy the music, rather than a concert.

The Gallery Bar will open at 7.30pm.
Fretwork will play from around 8.30pm.
Free admission, bucket for the band, chatty atmosphere

01822 833183 or email