Brian Reeves

We say a sad goodbye to Brian Reeves, a leading light in the folk singing, folk dance and morris dance community. His knowledge of folk traditions was extensive. Brian’s book, Folk on Wight, is a treasure trove of information about the folk revival here. As a singer, he performed solo and with many bands, most recently The Watch. Brian called for numerous barn dances and ceilidhs and danced with Men of Wight, Guith Morris and Whitgar. He will be much missed but the memories of good times with singing and dancing will live on. Deepest condolences go to all Brian’s family and friends.

Chris Koppany

Condolences also go to Glenn and Michelle Koppany and their family and friends on the tragic loss of their son, Chris. Chris was multi-talented. As well as being an artist and prose writer, he performed his own poetry to rapt audiences at folk clubs. One Christmas, he took a leading part in the Isle of Wight mummers play. He was an excellent actor who dealt well with the dialect and made the stage come alive during the fight scenes .

Another post with September’s highlights will follow in a few days.