Anna Tam
Folk singer and multi-instrumentalist Anna Tam gives traditional British songs her own lovingFolk personal twist. She sings with a clear bright voice and accompanies herself on a selection of traditional and historical string instruments including the nyckelharpa, viola da gamba, hurdy gurdy, cello and whatever else she can find. Her approach to the folk tradition is centred in the stories the songs tell and the people who lived them.
Shortlisted as ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’ by Fatea Magazine in 2020 for her work with her group ‘Wilde Roses’
During lockdown in March 2020 she began the YouTube series ‘Folk from the Boat’ bringing audiences weekly songs/tunes and adventures from her canal boat.
Anna released her debut solo album ‘Anchoress’ in April 2021.
“an extraordinary vocal performance” Folking
“an engaging programme, performed with brio and style” Fatea
“Anna you’re our discovery of the week” Acoustic Café Radio Show
This concert replaces the Jimmy Lee 'Runaway Show originally advertised for this date.
