Winter Union
Five leading lights of the British roots scene join forces to create a festive folk band like no other.
Expect soaring harmonies and exquisite musicianship as the 5-piece blast through a repertoire of brand new, specially written songs, fresh arrangements of traditional carols both well-loved and little-known, and seasonal classics from both sides of the Atlantic. Originally formed in 2015 for a one-off yuletide concert,
A Winter Union have gone from strength to strength in the following 5 tours and now are fast becoming thought of as the pre-Christmas kneesup for folk & roots lovers all over the country.
The band, that features members of The Willows, Gilmore & Roberts and Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage have gone on to play the likes of the Great British Folk Festival, Cecil Sharp House were invited for a live session on BBC Radio 3’s inTune. Put on your glad rags and come and raise your voices with A Winter Union!
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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Time:
7.30pm
Price:
£18 or £20 OTD
The Brewhouse Arts Centre
Union StreetBurton upon Trent
DE14 1AA
Dates & Times:
06/12/2023 - 19:30
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Five leading lights of the British roots scene join forces to create a festive folk band like no other.
Expect soaring harmonies and exquisite musicianship as the 5-piece blast through a repertoire of brand new, specially written songs, fresh arrangements of traditional carols both well-loved and little-known, and seasonal classics from both sides of the Atlantic. Originally formed in 2015 for a one-off yuletide concert,
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Date(s):
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Time:
7.30pm
Price:
£18 or £20 OTD