AudeShantyMen in the limelight!

Success in the Captain Hayet Trophy!

The AudeShantyMen : one of the 8 Laureates in the 2016 edition of the Captain Hayet Trophy, named in memory of the famous French seafarer who, from 1900 onwards began noting the songs sung by sailors as they worked. The fruits of his research were published in 1927 and his book became a seminal work. 

Awarded to the AudeShantyMen for "the most inspirational interpretation of a traditional sea shanty"by the panel of distinguished judges after the three rounds of the competition, their highly sought after prize,  a ship in a bottle, (an art form in which the French have long excelled) has been hand crafted by the renowned Henri Rannou, a master of this genre.

The AudeShantyMen are the only British shanty band to have been so honoured in the history of the competition. They are immensely proud to have represented UK shanty singing at so prestigious an event with such conspicuous success.

Crowds flock to Escale à Sète

Quays awash with visitors

"La Marité"

The AudeShantyMen had the privilege of singing their shanties aboard this fine ship - the last of the original French cod fishing vessels still afloat. 

NEWSFLASH

AudeShantyMen among prizewinners at Escale à Sète!!

More to follow.

Ready for Sète!

All systems "GO!" for the AudeShantyMen

The final rehearsal is over and the Crew is in fine fettle - more than ready for the fantastic weekend that awaits them in the Mediterranean port of Sète. This Easter weekend a quarter of a million people are expected to descend on the quays and tall ships of this pretty working port which this year is celebrating 350 years of rich and traditional seafaring history. Our gallant lads will be one of more than 40 bands from all over Europe but they will be the only group proudly to fly the flag for Shanty UK. 

They will be doing a main stage concert on Sunday afternoon, singing  extended sets aboard two tall ships, as well as appearing in nine concerts (see below) out and about in the watering holes lining the quays. On Friday they will be taking part in the Captain Hayet Trophy, singing a forebitter and a capstan shanty. Come on down and lend them your support! They'll be delighted to see you. One thing is guaranteed : you'll have a high old time!

Programme of Events for ESCALE A SETE

Many people have asked where and when they will be able to watch The AudeShantyMen perform at this prestigious maritime festival being held all over the Easter weekend. Here is a brief summary:

Friday 25 March
Competition - Trophée Capitaine Hayet, quai Licciardi

Saturday 26 March
10h Bar des Pêcheurs, quai Maroc
13h30 Buvette Fortant, quai Maroc
15h Village Artisanat, rue Savonnerie
17h Bar à Huitres, quai Alger
18h Bar 2 ramiers, pont Savonnerie
20h30 Yacht Shtandart, quai Licciardi
22h Bar du Vieux Port, quai Licciardi

Sunday 27 March
15h Main Stage, Auction House
21h Bar à Huitres, quai Licciardi
22h30 Bar Samary, quai Samary

Monday 28 March
10h Yacht Marité, quai d'Alger
14h Buvette Fortant quai Maroc

Here it is close up!

On the hearts of the AudeShantyMen!

So many of you have asked about our eye-catching new badge that we thought you would appreciate knowing a bit about it!

At its heart lies the famous 12 pointed Languedoc Cross - symbol of this region of France.  Steeped in history, our choice of colours for the centrepiece reflect its turbulent Cathar past : "Sang et Or"- blood and gold, set against the deep blue of the Mediterranean waters which form the southern border of this land. The slogan represents the waves on which the good ship AudeShantyMen sails.

Hope that's helped!  

Smartest Shantymen ever!

AudeShantyMen reveal new outfits and logos!

At the Brasserie du Quercorb yesterday the AudeShantymen proudly modelled their new tops and logos specifically designed by Bob Gard and professionally  created by his wife Julie-Ann. A full Crew then entertained the crowd assembled to watch the England vs Wales rugby international in the Six Nations. Excellently crafted beers ensured that spirits remained high - whatever the result.

A milestone event in another way for Bob - pictured here fourth from the left. Having been a conscientious new hand in training for many a month he was promoted to full rating and, as befits a Bristol boy, will adopt the crew name "Plimsoll": not for being "a good sole" or "down at heel"but in recognition of one of that maritime city's most famous nautical sons.

A Winning Combination!

The AudeShantyMen, International Rugby, Fine Ales!

The Brasserie du Quercorb in Puivert will play host to the AudeShantyMen this coming Saturday afternoon, 12th March 2016. The Crew will be entertaining those watching the two matches in the Six Nations tournament. More specifically, the Crew will be performing from 16h15 - 17h00 immediately prior to the England vs Wales clash. What an afternoon in prospect! Do your best to get along. It will be well worth your while.