Shepherds Hey: THE BAND MEMBERS
- ROBIN SHEPHERD is the band leader and plays fiddle and melodeon. He arranges the music and with Rosalind researches the dances. He is also known for musical arrangements and recordings with traditional music performers and has worked extensively with Yorkshire Dales Workshops. Robin has many years of experience in traditional music and dance and takes classes in both subjects. He also works with a traditional French singer and dancer, Y M D in local schools.
- ROSALIND SHEPHERD is the caller. She works closely with the musicians to ensure the dances and the tunes work well together. Rosalind also works with the organisers to select a programme of material for the dancers to enjoy. She will call for the dances as much as is needed, making it easy for beginners to join in.
- GRAHAM SMOUT plays guitar, mandolin and mandola. He suffered a long apprenticeship in pub sessions!
- HEATHER SHEPHERD plays tenor horn.
SHEPHERDS HEY in our early days playing at East Riddlesden Hall, Keighley
L to R Heather, Rosalind, Robin, Graham & Bill Austen who played cello with the band
