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URL:https://orpingtonliberalclub.co.uk/events/tom-lewis/
SUMMARY:Tom Lewis
DESCRIPTION:This is going to be a very special night at Orpington Liberal C
 lub\, which you really don't want to miss.\n\nOur guest TOM LEWIS is a liv
 ing legend\, still going strong &amp\; touring at the grand old age of 81.
  He is renowned for composing 'The Last Shanty' (A Sailor Ain't A Sailor)\
 , 'Sailor's Prayer' (Send Down A Dove)\, and 'Legend' (Marching Inland)\, 
 plus many other contemporary songs of the sea that have become folk standa
 rds.\nTom's repertoire also encompasses many traditional maritime songs an
 d shanties. He sings in a clear\, strong voice\, often accompanying himsel
 f on button accordion or ukulele. He engages his audiences with his in-dep
 th knowledge and understanding of seafaring traditions along with a keen s
 ense of humor.\n\nHe served for 24 years as a Royal Navy Submariner before
 \, following in the footsteps of his friend &amp\; mentor\, the late great
  Cyril Tawney\, &amp\; taking up folk singing for a living\,\nIn support w
 ill be a short mid-evening showcase spot from COLIN BRUNTON a former Merch
 ant Seaman &amp\; accomplished local singer &amp\; guitarist with a wide r
 anging repertoire.\n\nTom Lewis's website: tomlewis.net\n\nWe start the e
 vening with floorspots during the 1st 40 minutes\, welcoming lively contri
 butions from singers\, musicians &amp\; poets before bringing Tom on for t
 he 1st of his two sets at 8.15pm. If you would like to do a turn\, Please 
 come early on the night &amp\; be ready when you're called &amp\; try to k
 eep it short &amp\; sweet.\n\nIt’s free entry to OLC members &amp\; £1 
 to others\, payable at the bar.\n\nThere will be a hat collection for Tom 
 in CASH. The suggested minimum contribution is £7.50\, but please give mo
 re if you can afford it.\n\nThe club premises with it's CAMRA award-winnin
 g bar (CARD Payments only) will be open on the day from 6.15 pm.
CATEGORIES:Music
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