Emsworth

Blazin’ Fiddles play St James’s Church, Emsworth on Tuesday, November 17 as part of WemsFest.

Spokesman Martin Emmett said: “Hailing from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, the multi-award winning Blazin’ Fiddles gain fans wherever they play – and have been doing so for nearly 30 years.

“The band comprises fiddlers Jenna Reid (Shetland), Kristan Harvey (Orkney) and Rua Macmillan (Highlands), who are joined on stage by the driving accompaniment of pianist Angus Lyon and Anna Massie on guitar.

“This vibrant quintet of musicians have wide-ranging experience and success in the music industry. Between them they have performed with such luminaries as Paul McCartney, Bobby McFerrin, Rod Stewart, Gretchen Peters – and many more.

“Throughout their existence, few other bands if any have captured the variety of Scottish fiddle music as well as the Blazin’ Fiddles. The band’s quicksilver playing is supported by humour and entertaining stories from their lives and travels. Whether they are playing the Albert Hall, or a smaller local venue such as St James’ Church in Emsworth, their performances are lively, warm and memorable.”

Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm show, unreserved seating; licensed bar serving Langham Brewery; tickets are £25 on sale now at Bookends and Harbour Records in Emsworth, The Westbourne Cafe, Westbourne and online at www.WeGotTickets.com/WemsFest