Deo Volente are an accordion and flute duo based in Monmouthshire and formed in 2006.  Dave & Victoria Yeomans are experienced folk dance musicians and have become familiar faces locally and well-known on the national dance scene.  The have performed at festivals and weekends including Chippenham, Lichfield, Eastbourne, Morland, Casterton and Southam.

They particularly enjoy playing for Playford-style dances; the way the beautiful tunes match with the dance moves makes for memorable combinations and magical moments. However, they also play for other genres within the repertoire.

Dave & Victoria are keen dancers so look out for them on the dance floor when they are not performing!

It seems incredible to think that The Falconers has now been in existence for fifty years!  The band’s first booking was actually on 6th June 1975, in the Cawley Hall, Eye. However, the  our roots were right here in the Falcon Ballroom, where members of the newly-formed Falconers Folk Dance Club persuaded Roger and a couple of friends to come and try playing for folk dancing in October 1974.  Maggie’s mother Marion was one of those responsible.  Maggie’s first outside booking as part of the band was actually for Dave Jones’s Putley ceilidh at Christmas ‘75.  The band was for many years a three or four piece group, even sometimes five, but for the last twenty five Roger and Maggie have been the core band, playing as ever all around the country for dances and festivals.

So BFF and The Falconers have been intertwined for over fifty years!

Madeleine Smith is a passionate and encouraging dance caller with a love for traditional dance and community spirit. With a warm and approachable style, Madeleine specialises in creating a welcoming space where dancers of all levels can enjoy learning and moving together. At this year’s Dancing at the Falcon workshops, she’ll be guiding you through lively, inclusive dances that celebrate rhythm, connection, and the joy of dancing. Come along, join in, and step into the fun!

Geoff Cubitt is a highly experienced and much-loved dance caller, known for his clear instructions, steady guidance, and deep knowledge of traditional dance forms. With decades of experience under his belt, Geoff brings a calm confidence and gentle humour to every session. At the Dancing at the Falcon workshops, he’ll be leading you through a range of enjoyable and accessible dances—perfect for newcomers and seasoned dancers alike. Expect thoughtful teaching, great music, and plenty of smiles.