Isobel Anderson: In My Garden

Made the album release last week in the Crescent Arts Centre where Issy and friends entertained us mightly with some superb music mostly from "in My Garden" but with some very new pieces, a music video and some older tunes.
The first set opened with the lights down and an abstract a cappella tune rendered with the help of members from a couple of local choirs. Apart from being spectacular in itself, set the mood wonderfully for the rest of the gig.

Issy's music has really matured in the past few years. Her vocals have mellowed, her music has strayed from its folk roots picking up at times a jazzy lilt and even a retro 70's style. But the lyrics are as sharp and modern and personal as ever. Some wonderful violin accompaniment from Gascia Ouzounian. After a cool, arty music video by way of a break, the second set featured tracks off the new album. Ruby Colley accompanied Issy on many songs with other friends joining her on stage from time to time.

Get the album and look out for more to come.

The local BBC arts programme gave Issy some air time...

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