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Green Tea + Notts Alliance

October 28, 2026

7:30 pm Free Entry

Vibrant improvisation, impressive musicianship, dynamic stage-work: Abbey and Rory bring energy to the stage like no other duo. Green Tree sets encompass a range of both traditional and more contemporary bluegrass songs, including the duo’s original material, featuring the members’ strong voices and love of tight harmonies, alongside varied stand-out instrumentals, giving a chance for each musician’s playing to shine. The end result is a performance built on two passionate musicians whose styles and playing work perfectly in harmony.

Since forming, Green Tree have spent their time writing originals, recently released on their debut EP in November 2025, and performing not only around their local areas of Bristol and Cornwall, but also on the main stage at 2025’s Bluegrass Omagh in Northern Ireland. Tonight they venture further afield to play for us in Baldock! We can’t wait.

Notts Alliance are an unaccompanied harmony group with material from the folk tradition and thereabouts who have gained a reputation for tight and inventive harmony singing. Their repertoire includes arrangements of songs from some of the best of today’s songwriters including Richard Thompson, Pete Morton, Maggie Holland as well as a good helping of traditional material.

Regulars at many clubs and festivals, they released their first album, “Out of the Darkness”, in 1997 to enthusiastic reviews. In 1999 they recorded several songs for the transportation section of the “Galleries of Justice” museum in Nottingham. Their second album, “Nothing Spoken”, came out in 2003 – the title was taken from a featured Pete Morton song – and the third album, Faithful Heart, was released in June 2008. Their latest (Aug 2013) album, “On the Doorstep”, was produced by John Adams and recorded by Jon Loomes at his studio in Ripponden.

Sara Milonovich + Simon Smith

November 11, 2026

7:30 pm Free Entry

Sara Milonovich brings a wealth of experience and passion to the stage, drawing from her upbringing on a working farm and decades of musical exploration. Her fiddling and singing have earned her numerous awards and collaborations with iconic artists, while her songwriting paints vivid pictures of resilience, hope, and the rugged beauty of the northeast. Joined by Greg Anderson, a versatile guitarist and producer, their performance promises a mix of Americana, folk, and a hint of bluegrass that keeps audiences hooked from start to finish. A unique opportunity to enjoy an intimate performance that captures the heart and grit of blue-collar America.

Hertfordshire based musician and singer songwriter, Simon Smith is also founder and frontman for the band Carry the Can.

He is known for his playing, strong lyrics, melodies and inspirational songs. Performances demonstrate a deep connection to his material. Audiences are in for a live music treat. His songs have won over fans and industry professionals wherever he has played. Mark Wilkinson, Southern Arts Acoustic Sessions, stated that it “was an absolute joy to have you here Simon”.

Simon’s songs are instantly appealing. Fans say things like:

“Great music with poetic lyrics”

“I think ’Lysandra’ is my favourite”

“Excellent music”

“Hugely successful, thank you Simon for putting on the show”

“We were spellbound with ‘War Coffee’.”

“Together music and strong lyrics”

‘The Spinney’ was described by Tony Hall TV presenter as “a beautiful and haunting song”.

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Our regular club nights take place at The Orange Tree, Baldock, Norton Road, SG7 5AW every other Wednesday and are free unless otherwise stated. However do please bring some cash for the whip round for the performers – they always need our support! Doors open at 7:00pm, music starts at 7:30pm.

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