Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices

Submitted by admin on Tue, 13/12/2011 - 14:13

Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes whose work is deeply rooted in the landscape and people of Northumbria. This show is based on interviews and recordings Kathryn has done over the years with family members and the shepherd musicians from whom she learnt, including mouth organ player Will Atkinson and fiddler Willie Taylor. Three generations of musicians are on stage, including Kathryn’s father, a formidable Geordie singer in his seventies. Northumbrian Voices is a powerful reflection of strong communities, their music and collective stories.


"This is beautiful and important work." David Almond, author (Skellig, Kit's Wilderness).


"If I have helped to keep a tradition alive I'd be really proud, but I just play because I like it... do what moves you!"  Kathryn interviewed in The Guardian, Sept 2010


“To say that Kathryn plays pipes is like saying that Shakespeare was a bit of a writer… one of the true stars of our music.”  Living Tradition.

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