Leather’o

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Leather’o are an high energy Alternative Celtic – Gypsy Band based in York,
Playing all acoustic, traditional instruments in venues from pubs to major festivals, extensively reworking tunes and songs from the Irish, Scottish and Eastern European traditions.
Formed in 2012, Leather’o has developed an extensive repertoire, which they constantly refresh, reworking Celtic tunes and songs.
The band includes players with many years credits from musical theatre to festival, classical quartet to prog rock, as well as on the folk, Celtic and gypsy scene:
Angela Gordon – Vocals, Accordion, Flute, Celtic Whistles
Bob Ward – Guitar
Lindsey Woods – Trad. Flute, Celtic Whistles, Fretless Bass
Rachel Wilson – Fiddle
Billy Hickling – Percussion

Members of the band make frequent appearances with other bands and folk performers around Yorkshire and UK-wide.

“I’ve had the pleasure of putting on Leather’o a couple of times and continue to be impressed with not just their inventive arrangements & engaging live show, but also their professionalism & commitment to what they do. The perfect package“

“The Earth Wind and Fire of Folk”

Support comes from Saltburn Folk Club members John Brady and Les Snaith. “Perfect Americana delivered with style and dry humour”