Jamie Smith’s MABON are among the UK’s foremost and finest exponents of original, InterCeltic music. Vocals, accordion, fiddle, bouzouki, bass and drums are subtly exploited by five dynamic, accomplished musicians, working traditional forms and styles anew in songs and melodies by composer Jamie Smith.
Through songs and melodies, from thoughtful lyrics to joyful jigs, graceful mazurkas to ecstatic muñera, all are given the same refreshing, creative treatment. Here is an exciting band that can take you on an emotional journey as they dance skilfully along the borders between Celtic heritage and contemporary sound. More than just a show, more than inspired composition and skilful arrangement, you can expect to witness the joy of creating music expressed in dynamic, virtuosic performance.
These five young musicians are already veterans of the world music stage, and their latest album ‘Windblown’ has seen them rise to a new level of achievement and critical acclaim. From Cambridge and Cropredy to Celtic Connections and the global stage of WOMAD, and on UK tours, in European festivals and in dozens of countries worldwide, Jamie Smith’s MABON receive constant praise for both their live and recorded work.
Stand by for infectious, life-affirming music by the spade full!
“A fearsome reputation as a live band” – Financial Times
“If music could fuel engines, Mabon could solve the energy crisis” – Songlines
“Fur coat AND knickers – Jamie Smith’s MABON are a class act” – fRoots
Wed 19 Mar, 7:30pm. Langton Matravers Village Hall. 01929 423834
Sat 22 Mar, 7:30pm. The Exchange, Sturminster Newton. 01258 475137
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