Beautiful Spaces, Beautiful Sounds

David Banks
Authored by David Banks
Posted Friday, March 22, 2019 - 9:33pm

North Devon folk fiddle stars Nick Wyke & Becki Driscoll bring their beautifully crafted acoustic sound to the South West this Spring as part of their “Beautiful Spaces” tour.

Fresh from a 2018 tour in Canada, and with a new album on the way the duo will showcase some of the material from their forthcoming release “Cold Light”, alongside old favourites from their extensive catalogue of tunes and songs.

The joyful combination of English fiddle partnership Nick Wyke and Becki Driscoll welcomes you into their family from the first note. This is a masterclass in the art and mystery of connection. Nick and Becki’s refined arrangements feature intricate subtleties that build to driving rhythms, stunning harmonies and dramatic crescendos. 

These compositions are infused with shared stories, songs and tunes from England’s West Country and beyond – and it can all start from just one simple riff.

Becki says: “ We love playing in amazing spaces with no amplification, and that’s what this tour’s about. Just the instruments and voices and a direct connection to the audience. The resonance of the space makes a profound difference both to the listener and the player, and we’ve picked venues where this can happen.”

This is music for the heart, the mind and the soul, and an evening in Nick and Becki’s company will remind you of the importance of each. 

Friday 29th March, The Oak Room Arts Centre, 2C St Peter St, Tiverton, EX16 6NU

8.00pm

Tickets £8 in advance / £10 on the door

Saturday 30th March, St. Lawrence Chapel, Ashburton, TQ13 7DD

7.30pm

Tickets £8 in advance / £10 on the door

Advance tickets from www.wegottickets.com/englishfiddle 

 

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