Teaching: Bracklesham Ukulele Weekend October 2020

Back by popular demand, Matthew Quilliam will be attending 2020’s second Bracklesham Ukulele Weekend, this time in Eastbourne October 2020. Matthew will be delivering two advanced players’ workshops, one on Formby-style strumming techniques and the other on chord-melody playing. These workshops will have very limited numbers, so book early to avoid disappointment. 30th October – […]

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Gig: VE Day 75

Matthew has a busy schedule planned for the commemorative 2020 VE Day Weekend which runs Friday 8th May (bank holiday) to Sunday 10th May. See a complete run-down of Matthew’s activities for the weekend where he will perform his Vintage Tribute act. Unfortunately the events that are crossed out below are cancelled due to the […]

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Gig: Funtington Music Competition

UNFORTUNATELY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS. IT WILL BE POSTPONED TO A FUTURE DATE Join Matthew and a line-up of 5 other musicians and bands to compete in this year’s Funtington Music Group competition for young musicians, competing for the Robert Headly Memorial Fund. This prestigious musical concert will feature Matthew playing […]

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Matthew on the BBC

Monday 24th February saw Matthew’s radio debut as his original song, “What Does a Poundshop Sell?”, was broadcast on BBC Surrey and Sussex. The show was BBC’s ‘Upload’ where young creators can have their work featured on the show no matter what the format. Presenter Anthony Martin described Matthew’s style and lyrics as “the perfect […]

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Gig: Film Night

Unfortunately due to circumstances, production on the film has ceased until further notice. I am hoping that it will pass in time to still make the film and be ready for 29th December, but no guarantees. Thank you to everybody who has already helped and offered to help. I will be in touch when we […]

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Gig: Winchester Ukulele Festival

Unfortunately this festival has been cancelled by the organisers. However a provisional reschedule date is Saturday 5th June 2021, so please lookout for announcements soon. Matthew Quilliam Ukulele is a popular and award-winning musical-comedy act that has thrilled audiences everywhere he has been! 20s skiffle, 30s trad jazz, 40s sing-alongs, 50s rock ‘n’ roll, 60s […]

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Gig: Boars Bridge Festival

Please note that, due to the COVID-19 crisis, this event has been postponed by a year. Please visit the Boars Bridge website for more details. Matthew Quilliam Ukulele is a popular and award-winning musical-comedy act that has thrilled audiences everywhere he has been! 20s skiffle, 30s trad jazz, 40s sing-alongs, 50s rock ‘n’ roll, 60s […]

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