A gig held at St George's Bristol on Saturday 2nd May. The event starts at 14:00.
Three of the UK's finest artists join an afternoon of sparkling musicianship....
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Sam Sweeney Trio
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Sam Sweeney is widely regarded as the finest fiddle player of his generation. Part of Bellowhead & Leverett, he comes into his own as a solo artist, blending English fiddle with cinematic composition & innovative ensemble work.
“Sweeney’s playing is an outstanding & deeply moving experience. *****” Songlines
Sam Sweeney Trio, combine three of the UK’s most compelling folk musicians. Ben Nicholls (double bass), long-time collaborator of Seth Lakeman, brings groove & drive to the trio, & rising star Louis Campbell, adds colour, edge & technical excellence on guitar.
Together the trio craft a sound grounded in English folk & alive with contemporary energy.
‘The fiddler with the Midas touch” The Guardian
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Robbie Cavanagh
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Described as ‘Manchester’s Finest Son’, Robbie Cavanagh is a an Americana marvel.
Recipient of the Bob Harris ‘Emerging Artist Award’, at the Americana Music Association UK, Robbie performs unscrubbed tales of heartbreak, love, loss & discovery.
A modern-day troubadour, Robbie has played across Europe & the US, performing alongside artists including Mary Gauthier, Us The Duo & Beth Nielsen Chapman.
Robbie writes with honesty, emotion & most importantly, instinct.
“One of my absolute favourite UK grassroots artists” Bob Harris
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Âellin
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Fronted by cellist & singer Sian Magill, Âellin are an intricate blend of fingerstyle and jazz guitar, folk cello & violin (grounded in UK & Hardanger traditions), double bass, sub-bass & beat-driven percussion.
Their debut album ‘Constellations’ draws on literary influences and rich soundscapes. Take a journey through dream states, collective memory, & the unconscious realm.
‘Magill’s smooth vocals & masterful jazz guitar set the scene…musical excellence.” Bristol 247
TICKETS & ACCESS
Individual seating is unreserved. A bar is available for refreshments at the venue.
If you are a wheelchair user, please drop an email to [email protected] after booking and we’ll reserve space for you.
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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Sam Sweeney Trio
-------------------
Sam Sweeney is widely regarded as the finest fiddle player of his generation. Part of Bellowhead & Leverett, he comes into his own as a solo artist, blending English fiddle with cinematic composition & innovative ensemble work.
“Sweeney’s playing is an outstanding & deeply moving experience. *****” Songlines
Sam Sweeney Trio, combine three of the UK’s most compelling folk musicians. Ben Nicholls (double bass), long-time collaborator of Seth Lakeman, brings groove & drive to the trio, & rising star Louis Campbell, adds colour, edge & technical excellence on guitar.
Together the trio craft a sound grounded in English folk & alive with contemporary energy.
‘The fiddler with the Midas touch” The Guardian
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Robbie Cavanagh
--------------------
Described as ‘Manchester’s Finest Son’, Robbie Cavanagh is a an Americana marvel.
Recipient of the Bob Harris ‘Emerging Artist Award’, at the Americana Music Association UK, Robbie performs unscrubbed tales of heartbreak, love, loss & discovery.
A modern-day troubadour, Robbie has played across Europe & the US, performing alongside artists including Mary Gauthier, Us The Duo & Beth Nielsen Chapman.
Robbie writes with honesty, emotion & most importantly, instinct.
“One of my absolute favourite UK grassroots artists” Bob Harris
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Âellin
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Fronted by cellist & singer Sian Magill, Âellin are an intricate blend of fingerstyle and jazz guitar, folk cello & violin (grounded in UK & Hardanger traditions), double bass, sub-bass & beat-driven percussion.
Their debut album ‘Constellations’ draws on literary influences and rich soundscapes. Take a journey through dream states, collective memory, & the unconscious realm.
‘Magill’s smooth vocals & masterful jazz guitar set the scene…musical excellence.” Bristol 247
TICKETS & ACCESS
Individual seating is unreserved. A bar is available for refreshments at the venue.
If you are a wheelchair user, please drop an email to [email protected] after booking and we’ll reserve space for you.
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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