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Sea Shanty Bands
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Pirates Weekend in Plymouth as you dance to the rhythmic tunes of sea shanties resonating through the air.
These traditional folk songs, passed down through generations, tell tales of adventure, camaraderie, and life at sea. Join in the chorus, feel the unity in music, and let the timeless melodies transport you to a bygone era of seafaring legends.
Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a landlubber at heart, the spirit of the sea shanty bands will captivate you and leave you with memories as deep as the ocean itself.
You can also find out more about each Shanty Band by clicking the links, or by visiting 'About the Shanty Bands'.
Captain Jaspers
(What3Words – forum.facing.give)
Saturday
11am | C.A.S.K
1pm | Tavy Tars
2.30pm | Cousin Jack
Sunday
11am | The Old Grumpies
1pm | The Out of Tunas
2.30pm | Pirates of St Piran
The Parade
(What3words – sweat.luxury.rate)
Saturday
10.15am | Tavy Tars
12.30pm | C.A.S.K
2.30pm | Jessie Robins
Sunday
10.30am & 11.30am | Billy Ruffian
Southside Street (West – Citadel Ope)
(What3words – headed.scary.rush)
Saturday
11am | Chudleigh Shantymen
1pm | Cousin Jack
3pm | C.A.S.K
Sunday
11am | Pirates of St Piran
1pm | Barrel Seagals
Southside Street (East – Pilgrim Ice Cream)
(What3words – renew.fear.hope)
Saturday
11am | Cousin Jack
12.30pm | Chudleigh Shantymen
2.30pm | Cat Rose & Jon Fazal
Sunday
11am | The Out of Tunas
12.30pm | Pirates of St Piran
2.30pm | Barrel Seagals
West Pier / Mayflower Steps
(What3words – give.decscended.bunch)
Saturday
11am | Cat Rose & Jon Fazal
1pm | Jessie Robins
Sunday
11am | Barrel Seagals
1pm & 3pm | The Old Grumpies
Commercial Wharf
(What3words – Dirt.Reach.Shins)
Saturday
11.15am | Tavy Tars
2pm | Chudleigh Shantymen
4.30pm | The Great Sea Choir
Sunday
2pm | The Out of Tunas
Royal William Yard
Saturday
10.30am & 12.45pm | The Quartermasters
Sunday
12.45pm & 1.45pm | Cat Rose & Jon Fazal
After the event
Saturday
4.30pm | Cat Rose & Jon Fazal | Crowne Plaza
4.30pm | C.A.S.K | Blues Bar and Grill
4.30pm | The Quartermasters | The Dolphin
4.30pm | Cousin Jack | The Boathouse
6pm | The Quartermasters | Queens Arms
6.30pm | Cat Rose & Jon Fazal | Salumi
6.30pm | Cousin Jack | Admiral Mcbride
Sunday
3pm to 7pm | Jolly Roger Trio, Brian Stone and the Masters of None and Aubrey Blakeledge | The Maritime Inn
About the Shanty Bands
The Pirates of St Piran are a rocky, rumbustious pirate band performing all over the West Country at festivals, pubs and pirate-themed events. We perform in our own unique style, dressed in traditional pirate costume. We are a non-profit band and every penny we make from our gigs and music sales goes to charity.
Based mainly in Bere Ferrers and Tavistock area and we have been enjoying performing in pubs, clubs and village halls in the Tamar Valley area for the past twenty years. Sometimes we have been known to venture out into Cornwall and Dorset, even up to London on one occasion. We mainly raise money for the RNLI and local charities. We have been regular supporters of the Plymouth Pirate Festival for many years, always enjoy performing there and look forward to another exciting event.
The Chudleigh Shantymen formed in 2014 from a group of old boys who would ‘ meet down the pub’ of a Friday evening to sing shanties. Their notoriety quickly spread throughout Chudleigh. The crew have performed at Plymouth Pirate Weekend, private parties and other local events. Their repertoire includes traditional sea shanties as well as songs of the sea written specifically for them. Crew members include an ex-RN CPO and another who went by sea under sail all the way to Australia - but most couldn’t manage a pedalo.
They have performed at various Pirate and Shanty Festivals from Falmouth to Gloucester, but since lockdown they have submitted videos and been involved on live feeds for virtual festivals further afield in Oban Scotland and on the east coast of America for “Weathering The Storm” and Canada for “Festival Des Pirates”, as well as recording music tracks being played on SoundCloud “Couleur Bleue Salee”. Garbed as Mermaid and Pirate, they have a strikingly different look as well as beautifully blended harmonies.
C.A.S.K fundraise for FND Friends, a charity which helps Kathryn to manage her Functional Neurological Disorder.
We were formed in September 2018. Consisting of 7 singers and 2 musicians who all come from a variety of backgrounds but come together for the enjoyment of singing and playing a range of music. We play Celtic, Folk, Cornish, Irish and everything in between.
We have performed at a number of events since our formation which we have greatly enjoyed and have turned into regular appearances throughout the westcountry.
We sing to raise money for charity and local causes which need as much support as they can get. 3 of our singers are active members of the Bude RNLI Lifeboat and 2 of our members are retired crew members.
The Great Sea Choir are a 45 strong mixed voice a cappella choir, known for their intricate and rhythmic arrangements and the high quality of their singing. Despite being a mixed-ability group of un-auditioned singers, the choir create an impressive and professional sound, brilliantly executing a wide range of folk music; from unique modern takes on traditional songs to textured, choral interpretations of contemporary music. Their sense of community, which is at the heart of what they do, shines through in their singing. This is a vibrant choir with a fresh take on folk arrangements, singing in up to eight-part harmony. Their songs are moving, exciting and delivered with passion.
The Out Of Tunas have been called the ‘bad boys of shanty’. They need no introduction! Their performances are becoming legendary and Iconic wherever they go.
I am a 24 year old Plymouth based Singer/songwriter. My songwriting style is acoustic and storytelling but I also enjoy covering jazz, folk and pop songs. I aim to create a cosy and relaxing atmosphere for my audience with songs inspired by Plymouth, the sea and quirks of everyday life.
Billy Ruffian are four young men from Plymouth who sing in close harmony. Songs of the sea, songs of the land and songs of the gutter.
Musical voyage with the Quartermasters, a folk band whose hamonious melodies and lyrics breathe life in to the ancient tales of their infections shanty rhythms and storytelling. The Quartermasters weave a maritime folklore that mesmorizes audiences.
Cat and Jon’s musical style has been described as 'dreamy catchy melodies that paint pictures in your mind' and 'John Lennon meets Laura Marling.’ Since summer 2023 they have released a double A-side (Firestone Bay & Summer Rain) inspired by our wonderful city Plymouth and the sea, a Christmas fundraising single (Other Side of Christmas) and a collaboration with the Scribes (Edge of Somewhere, Part 2). These songs were all featured on BBC Introducing and are available to stream by searching Cat Rose and Jon Fazal. This summer they are excited to release their debut EP together, a full EP with the Scribes later in the year and their own solo debut releases!
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