'Nordic Fiddlers Bloc' in concert
The ‘Nordic Fiddlers Bloc’ comprise Olav Luksengård Mjelva (Norway), Anders Hall (Sweden) and Kevin Henderson (Shetland, Session A9). Individually they are regarded as three of the finest young fiddle players currently working in the international folk music scene, while collectively they are now finding themselves increasingly in demand across the world due to their unique collaboration. Nordic Fiddlers Bloc is the brainchild of Anders Hall who felt that combining the three distinctive fiddles styles of their respective countries and regions would create a special musical sound and experience. Norway, Sweden and Shetland have three of the richest fiddle traditions in the world, with documented historical links going back hundreds of years. ‘Nordic Fiddlers Bloc’ are now seeking to bring those historical links and traditions alive and present them in an exciting new fashion, while also remaining faithful to the roots of each tradition. While blending the individual styles together they never-the-less allow each distinctive flavour to unfold into a combined sound that’s unique, meaningful, intense and invigorating. http://thenordicfiddlersbloc.com/ They will be joined by Nic Garreis, the Michigan-born inspirational dancer and and Mary Ann Kennedy, Gaelic singer and currently Musician in Residence at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig.Date: 08/05/13
Start Time: 20:00:00
Venue: Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, An Talla Mhòr
Audience Numbers: 69
Type: Music Traditional