TICKETED EVENTS
8
May
Granny's Attic
Granny’s Attic return to Margate in this collaboration between Rosslyn Court and ARK. With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are going from strength to strength. Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne (melodeon, anglo concertina, vocals), George Sansome (guitar, vocals) and Lewis Wood (violin, vocals) have honed their skills touring the UK and Europe since 2009. The trio have been heralded for their lively performances and skilled delivery of traditional material, playing with verve, energy and their own inimitable style. Though grounded in tradition, they are keen to push new boundaries by exploring fresh approaches and writing their own compositions. In October 2021, they released The Brickfields, an instrumental collection that sees them reach new heights both as performers and composers. “Their high-octane take on English folk has brought a whole new audience to the genre” The Irish Times “A superb folk trio” RNR Magazine “Traditional folk music taken far beyond its parameters” Tykes News
17
May
Mara Simpson & Hughie Gavin
Live at ARK
A special evening of innovative composition and sonic storytelling celebrating the release of Living Matter. Released at the end of May, Mara’s new album blends electronic, acoustic and orchestral elements, drawing on her love of tape delays, analogue synths and field recordings to craft rich, immersive soundscapes.
NEW DATE TBC
7
Jun
The Sabina Desir Trio
'For All of Us'
Songs of hope, peace, love and life. We are thrilled to close our Spring/Summer programme with an exciting new trio. Three exceptional musicians, vocalist Sabina Desir, cellist Ivan Hussey and bassist Andy Waterworth present beautifully arranged music by Antonio Carlos Jobim, Bill Callahan and Bonobo to name a few. An evening of Blues, Folk and Country with a touch of Jazz. ‘For All of Us’ is about the positiveness, peace and understanding gained through a shared musical experience, collectively in the moment. Sabina Desir - Vocalist Sabina Desir is one of UK Jazz’s best kept secrets (London Jazz Festival 2024) Sabina has performed with players such as saxophonist Jason Yarde, guitarist Tony Remy, Tony Kofi, American drummer Doug Sides and pianist Kirk Lightsey, who called her the ‘Spiritual daughter of the great Ella Fitzgerald’. Over the last 5 years Sabina has produced and directed several projects with Jessica Lauren, her long standing musical partner. Ivan Hussey - Cello Also known under the artist name Celloman. Ivan has played with an array of artist including Mick Jagger, Jay Z, Snow patrol and many others. His use of cello as a harmonic instrument through the use of a new style of cello playing entitled Arpezzato is at once thrilling and unique. Andrew Waterworth - Bass A consumate and truly creative player and film composer with credits for Bronson, Monsters and The Children. He continues to perform with The Urban Soul Orchestra,The Penguin Cafe and many others. In 2023 he released The God Particle to critical acclaim. Photo credit: Richard Birch
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