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Blue Velvet  at 12:20

Blue Velvet is a jazz trio featuring two soprano saxophones and drums. Pairing two soprano saxes up front gives the group a distinct, focused sound that puts a fresh spin on classic swing and jazz standards.

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Clare Free  at 15:30

A multi-award nominated artist in the British Blues Awards, the People’s Music Awards, and winner of the WRC Award for Best Acoustic Performance, Clare’s music blends raw emotional honesty with the grit and swagger of blues-rock through her unmistakeable songwriting and sound.

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Music in our Bones Workshop at 11:40

Fancy learning some simple songs and coming together with others in harmony? 

Join Jill and Denise, two singing leaders working with the local singing charity Music in Our Bones, who are offering a singing workshop as part of WAM by the Waves.

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Fiona Dalton - Harper  at  12:45

Fiona began playing the harp in 2022 and has particularly enjoyed exploring folk music especially Irish. One of the things she loves most about the harp is its beautiful, gentle sound. Come and be enchanted!

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Gemma Smith Yoga  at 10:00

Gemma Smith is an experienced yoga teacher, sports massage therapist, dancer, musician, singer and sound practitioner, offering a unique, holistic approach to wellbeing. This session in the Spa Gardens is open to all abilities and will leave you feeling calm & uplifted!

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Hedgeriders  at 16:00

Hedgeriders is a contemporary folk group from Suffolk, who play a mixture of original, catchy songs plus their own take on some covers. All members of the group have met through rowing clubs in Suffolk, so unsurprisingly, their songs include references to local rivers and to the North Sea.

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Little Blue Starlings  at 13:45

Little Blue Starling is a vocal harmony duo, playing mellow folk and acoustic covers on tenor and baritone ukulele. Close friends Annie Parish and Kate Horn have been singing together since meeting in 2016 and discovering a shared love of harmony.

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Rock2Pop  at 17:00

Rock 2 Pop, are a local duo covering big anthem feel good favourites through the decades.  From ABBA to Elton, Kings of Leon to The Killers, from Miley Cyrus to Beyoncé and Bryan Adam’s to Michael Jackson, Rock, Disco, Soul, Motown and even a bit of Ska!

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Slippery Conditions at 17:40

Featuring Kate White (from Wamfest and ‘No Apology’) on vocals and Maria King (local entertainer) on keyboards and harmonies. The band have recently played several local pubs to great acclaim and will be featuring tunes to get your feet up on the dancefloor/grass - but don’t lose your grip!

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Felixstowe Harmonies  at 13:10

the choir will delight the audience with their favorite tunes! Don't miss the chance to enjoy uplifting performances while soaking in the beautiful coastal surroundings

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Leah Clarke - Find your voice at 16:30

Leah Clarke is a singer, vocal coach and founder of Find Your Voice with Leah, an inclusive vocal community based in Felixstowe. Passionate about helping people discover confidence through music, she believes every voice deserves to be heard.

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Gloria Gonzalez Picton - Spanish Dance

Workshop  at 18:00

Gloria is a native Spanish teacher dedicated to bringing Andalucian culture to life. Known for her 'Living Language' philosophy, she blends academic expertise with the rhythmic energy of Sevillanas and Flamenco.

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Sally Jacobs - singer showcase at 14:15

Music has always been one of the essential joys of my life. I’ve been singing and playing folk songs for many years. This is my fourth appearance at Wamfest and I’m excited to perform once more as part of Wam by the Waves.

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Hannah Maddison - singer showcase at 14:15

a long-time member of Stellar Acappella, music and live performance have always been a central part of Hannah’s life. Having recently qualified as a Chartered Surveyor, she is grateful to be able to dedicate time to singing again. She is thrilled to be back at Wamfest for her third year and hopes everyone enjoys the set!

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Niamh Henderson - singer showcase at 14:15

Niamh is 15 yrs old and is currently studying music and drama for GCSE. She has been attending Stagecoach for the past 7 years and has performed in a number of productions including musical shows at the Ipswich Regent and The New Wolsey Theatre. She has a keen  interest in 1970s music particularly Abba and a strong ambition to visit Stockholm!

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Gussie Stafford - singer showcase 14:15

Singing has been a part of my life since I was 15. After a little break since having my Son I’m so happy to be finding my way back to it. I’ve called Felixstowe home since I was five, so being able to share my love of music here means a lot to me. I sing from the heart, and I hope that comes through in every song.

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Susanista - Salsa DJ   at 18:30

Last seen at Wamfest  Introducing in March, Susanita is a radio presenter and DJ, specialising in Latin sounds and Salsa dance music. An award-winning radio presenter, DJ Susanita hosts a weekly Salsa music show on Mixcloud.

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Zannatone:  Silent Disco Walk on the Prom at 09:00 

I’m Susannah,  the face behind Zannatone, a local fitness business that has been going for nearly four years .

My Silent Disco Walks are a little bit different — you’ll be given a set of wireless headphones and enjoy great music while I guide you through an upbeat walk, with a few surprises along the way! It’s a great way to get some exercise, without feeling like you’re doing a traditional workout.

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Caroline Lummis Corkhill - 

Art workshop at 10:45

​Caroline invites you explore your creativity through collective large scale art works: there’s no fail criteria just play! Together, we will conjure up the Wam By The Waves Mural! 

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Jane Carmichael - Poet 

at 15:40 and 17:20

Jane has written poems all her life, dedicating them to family, friends and even teachers way back when at Deben High School! After breast cancer turned her already tumultuous life as a military wife upside down, she became an ambassador for the charity Menopause & Cancer and so began an outpouring of poetry. 

For a cleaned up version of her usually quite sweary work, please come along and listen, laugh and cry as she performs her relatable content live on stage.

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