Described by The Times as “the country’s leading musical satirist” and a favourite for more than a decade on BBC Radio 4’s ‘The Now Show’, Mitch will preview his brand new Edinburgh show. Plus there’ll be a selection of the greatest hits – and near misses – from his extensive back catalogue.
An intimate evening of comedy, song and fabness.
‘Well crafted, well sung, his songs are just plain funny’ THE GUARDIAN
‘Very funny … plenty of musical satire here too.’ SCOTSGAY *****
The Old Chapel is a magical and intimate setting for chamber music. Opening with Haydn at his most mischevious, leading on to the high drama of Kodaly’s first quartet, an epic piece which combines the romantic influence of Brahms and Strauss, the sensual textures of Debussy and the earthiness of Hungarian folksong. As darkness falls, Debussy’s quartet explores a unique sound-world, perfect for the wonderful acoustics of The Old Chapel.
Join the Dante Quartet with artist Nigel Edwards at The Old Chapel for this popular family workshop. Create pictures inspired by live music played by the quartet.
Art materials provided, all ages welcome.
Doors open 4pm, start time 4.30pm
£6 adult, £4 under 16s.
Advance booking recommended on 07583 050581 for this event.
Brit Award 2012 winner Ethan Johns is the producer of choice for everyone from Laura Marling to The Kings of Leon and Ryan Adams. Now the multi-instrumentalist has moved from behind the desk to return to live performing. The release of his debut album If Not Now Then When? in February 2013 was met with great critical acclaim, the NME describing it as ‘1970s-style Brit-folk that treads the same eerie, evocative path as Nick Drake and Fairport Convention’.
Although primarily known as a record producer, mixer and engineer, Johns...
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