Ben & Dom + Balladeste in Hastings
Ben & Dom + Balladeste in Hastings
From GBP 12.50
Description
A double bill evening of contemporary folk music. A chance to hear the exquisite sound of Balladeste alongside the intricate vocal weavings of Ben & Dom, housed in the atmospheric setting of St Clement's Church in Hastings Old Town.
Balladeste:
"An extraordinary and beautiful listening experience" Folk Radio
Balladeste are paving the way for an emerging new genre of Contemporary Classical meets Folk. A collaboration between violinist Preetha Narayanan and cellist Tara Franks - an ever evolving musical partnership and deep friendship forged over ten years, Balladeste have developed a unique way of writing, weaving in and out of each other’s voices as performer-composers. Exploring the versatility and sound potential of just two string instruments. Balladeste creates a musical narrative that is both ancient yet contemporary, devotional whilst pastoral, writing original compositions that are vibrant, experimental, melodic and contemplative in quality - Songs without words with contemporary alt-folk twist.
Drawing on influences as far ranging as the singular melodies of visionary Hildegard of Bingham, the modal minimalism of Arvo Pärt, harmonic palette of Purcell via the minimalism of Philip Glass, Balladeste's musical breadth is equally akin to the likes of Caroline Shaw and Liam Byrne as the Madras String quartet and Silk Road Ensemble.
“Very special indeed” BBC Radio 3 (In Tune)
Ben & Dom:
“Beautiful heartfelt harmony” Sean Cooney (The Young 'Uns)
Ben & Dom are a singing duo from South London. Ben takes the high notes and Dom takes the low notes (most of the time). The intricate blend of their harmonies comes from a close friendship and shared love of singing together. Ben & Dom weave their voices around songs old and new, performing original material alongside new interpretations of folk songs. Their lyrics touch on friendship, nature and what it means for two men to sing together in this modern day.
Ben & Dom have taken their voices and songs around the UK. Recent performances include a set at Cambridge Folk Festival, opening for The Young ‘Uns at Blaxhall and supporting Tom Robinson with his band and solo. Their debut EP ‘Shoulder’ has been well received by audiences and industry, with widespread coverage on blogs and radio “Just amazing” (Tom Robinson). Their songs have been played on BBC 6Music & Radio 3.
“Songs to take you higher and deeper” Stephen Taberner (The Spooky Men’s Chorale)
Organiser
Ben & Dom are a singing duo who weave their voices around songs old and new.
Venue
St Clement's Church, High St, TN34 3ES Hastings
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Ben & Dom + Balladeste in Hastings
From GBP 12.50