Reviews

'PLAY Norwich' Issue 9 August 2005
Know your local bands......

HORSES BRAWL

Who they?:
Laura Cannell (fiddle, recorder), Adrian Lever (Guitar) and Jonathan Manton (cello).

What the papers say:
"It's great stuff..." BBC Radio 3

What the band say:
Exuberant instrumental trio with roots in medieval and traditional folk..."

Who loves ya?:
The band are playing gigs left, right and centre at the moment, including a recent set at The National Portrait Gallery. Their unusual brand of folksy experimentalism has enabled them to bring traditional styles of music to a modern audience.
Enough information!

When the devil are they playing?:
Well you can see them on 03/08/05 as part of The Broadside Festival at Salhouse Broad, or you can catch the band at Cafe Marzano on 04/09/05
I want more dagnamit!:

Then head to the website at speed!

Quick quotes

"It's great stuff.....an early music group to keepan eye on"
BBC RADIO 3

"Foot-tapping folk rhythms and baroque ornamentation".
THE TELEGRAPH

"Highly experimental, technically wonderful....a fantastic and vibrant performance"
TRADITION Magazine

"Deeply entwined in the sound of medieval and traditional folk, Horses Brawl are giving a 21st century makeover to the dance music of the past"
BBC Norfolk

"Horses Brawl's music is vibrant, engaging and completely spellbinding.....I love it, one of the most exciting bands around"
Steafan Hannigan

"A fascinating progression from formal dance music to semi-improvisation that had the packed audience roaring for more"
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