Wheelhouse Folk Choir - Summer Concert

An evening of folk songs weaving themes of unity, loss, heartbreak, love, belonging and nature.

Presented by: Dartmoor Folk Collective

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0	TAVISTOCK: Methodist Church
P	Wednesday 19th July, 2023
N	7:15pm

Event information

Join Tavistock’s Wheelhouse Folk Choir for their summer concert at the beautiful methodist church in Tavistock. This is a truly amazing setting to hear the choir.
Their set this season brings an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary folk songs weaving themes of unity, loss, heartbreak, love, belonging and nature. What unifies the choir’s sound is the power and emotional commitment to the important themes within their set. From heart-wrenching songs inspired by stories of yearning and searching for belonging to uplifting songs reflecting the season.
With inspiration taken from contemporary artists including Lau, Kate Young, The Staves, The Decemberists and many more.

Proceeds from this concert will go to the Tavistock Food Bank

About the choir:
Wheelhouse Folk Choir are a 45 strong, mixed voice a cappella choir based in Tavistock, directed by Julu Irvine and Heg Brignall of folk duo Suthering.

The choir have gained a reputation for singing intricate and rhythmic arrangements to an exceptional standard for community singers. Despite being a mixed ability group of un-auditioned singers, the choir creates an impressive and professional sound, brilliantly executing a wide range of folk music; from unique modern takes on traditional songs to textured, choral interpretations of contemporary music. Their sense of community, which is at the heart of what they do, shines through in their singing. Wheelhouse take the traditional songs and melodies from our heritage and perform them with passion and commitment.

"Soaring harmonies, great dynamics from each section of the choir who were note-perfect”
- Geoff Lakeman

"Seamlessly delivered, spine-tingling, delightful wonderfulness in every song from beginning to end. Simply bravo Wheelhouse Folk Choir!"
- Spyder Studios

"The Wheelhouse Folk Choir in Tavistock create an inspiring and joyous sound, bringing together a diverse group of people who obviously enjoy each other’s company and take delight in the shared beauty of song. Under the talented vision and leadership of Heg Brignall and Julu Irvine the choir sing a wonderful variety of material designed to lift the spirits and soothe the soul."
- Kathryn Roberts