ALAW - World Class Music from Wales In Chetnole Village Hall 30th January 7.30pm . Tickets £12 from John Head 01935 873 555 or Ian Lingwood 07966 177789
Described by Songlines magazine as a “Welsh supergroup”, ALAW is three leading musicians who bring a wealth of experience to a shared passion - the traditional music of Wales. Nia Lynn's exceptional voice and harmonium dance with the dazzling fiddle of Oli Wilson-Dickson, interwoven with Dylan Fowler's sparkling guitar playing. Whether unearthing rare gems or reimagining a well-loved song, they treat their music with a deftness and sensitivity that is thoroughly absorbing. Combined with powerful song writing and original tunes, this makes for a musical experience that will stay with the listener long after the performance ends. In August 2018 they collaborated with the BBC Concert Orchestra for a televised Prom at The Royal Albert Hall. ALAW’s performance was described on BBC Radio 2 as “Show-Stopping” and in the Times as “a sparkling collision of Celtic traditions”. In 2019 they won a Wales Folk Award after being nominated in 3 categories. Oli and Dylan have a long history of working together, sharing projects including The Devil’s Violin and The Ian McMillan Orchestra. Oli is well known as the fiddler in Jamie Smith’s MABON. Nia has an international reputation and has sung at the Barbican and The Albert Hall. From stirring songs to driving jigs - they communicate their music with relaxed humour and a genuine affection that is truly infectious. Expect an unmissable evening of outstanding live music as this accomplished trio tour Dorset with Artsreach "Welsh musicians don’t come more sensitive, accomplished and exploratory than this crew"fROOTS www.artsreach.co.uk
