We are delighted to welcome back Will McNicol to The Art House, following three previous sell-out shows here, and this time he's not alone! Luke Selby is a professional drummer respected as one of the best, new talents on the scene.

Watch: http://youtu.be/G40i0WpMPfg

Will McNicol (UK Acoustic Guitarist of the Year 2011)

Will's playing has won him numerous awards, including Guitarist Magazine's coveted UK Acoustic Guitarist of the Year 2011, held at London's Southbank Centre. He has been tutored by world-class classical and acoustic guitarists including Gerald Garcia, Stuart Ryan and Thomas Leeb.

Will’s music is influenced by styles from all over the world, and he has developed his own unique sound, with Celtic folk being the underlying inspiration behind a large majority of his own pieces. His performances have been described as “beautifully flawless”, as he swaps between nylon and steel string guitars to show the sheer variety of tone guitars can offer.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WillMcNicol
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WillMcNicol
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/WillOnHisGuitar
Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/WillMcNicol

Performing live is something Will has done regularly for years, and his gigs have seen him share stages and bills with a huge variety of fantastic musicians from folk legend Martin Simpson to festival-headliners Mumford & Sons.

Composing is a big part of Will's musical life, and he has released four albums of original material, of which the latest three are available to purchase at gigs or via the online shop. He has been commissioned to write music for theatre, dance and film.

Watch Will Here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rp2HuM5Bf74
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8g9pPG1h-xY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQsWK7dXS6Y

Luke Selby

Luke has a vast knowledge of playing styles and is of equal ability in all. Luke was heavily influenced by the funk grooves of 'David Garibaldi', 'Bernard Purdie' and 'Dennis Chambers' and the Latin rhythms of 'Alex Acuna' and 'Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez', their influence is reflected in his playing style today.

He is a drum teacher for the Academy of Contemporary Music regional centre. He is currently studying a Licentiate Diploma with Trinity College of Music and also has studied with some of the best drummers in the country including Steve White, Paul Brodie and Craig Blundell. Luke has played with numerous function groups and bands across Dorset of varying styles, he is also a keen pianist and has now entered the world of composition and songwriting.

Web: http://www.lukeselbydrums.co.uk/

Here's what other drummers are saying about Luke:

Nigel Hitchcock (Ray Charles/Mark Knopfler/Take That): "..Luke is definitely one who'll make an impression on the scene over the coming years."

Vincent Ingala (#1 Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts): "..You have an incredible feel and groove, you are going to go extremely far - mark my words."

Steve White (Paul Weller/The Who): "..You will work."

David T. Walker (Marvin Gaye/The Jackson 5/Stevie Wonder): "..I can see and hear that you have the seriousness and dedication in your playing. Continue to press on with a smile"

Ronald Bell (Kool & the Gang): "..Nice feel man, nice feel. Keep playing Luke, dont stop."

Tommy Blaize (SCD Band/Olly Murs/Lulu/Spandau Ballet): "..You are a truly talented drummer who is on the right track for a career in this industry."

Otha Smith (The Temptations/Phil Collins/ The Supremes): "..Bro, you're groovin' it."

Chris McHugh (Blake Shelton/Rascal Flatts/Carrie Underwood/Keith Urban): "..You have a great touch,lots of finesse."

Eric Hernandez (Bruno Mars): "..Keep doing what you're doing, You sound great."

Gary Bias (Earth, Wind & Fire): "..Great playing..you sound like you know what you're doing."

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The event is suitable for adults, young people and older children - children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Young children are also welcome to come along but be aware some poems may contain adult content (although we try to keep these until after children have left!).

The event is held on our first floor, which is accessible by a wide staircase with a sturdy banner, and seating is provided. We regret that, due to space and other constraints, we are unable to relocate this particular event to the ground floor for those who require level access - so sorry.

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