Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band
Carols & Capers the Fortieth Anniversary & Farewell Tour 2024
Get ready for a truly special festive concert as Maddy Prior and The Carnival Band celebrate an incredible 40-year partnership with a farewell UK tour. Known for their distinctive twist on Christmas classics, this iconic collaboration has been a mainstay of holiday music since 1984, blending old and new sounds, medieval and folk influences, and a wonderful dose of humour to create a unique Christmas experience.
Maddy Prior, best known as the voice of Steeleye Span, brings her rich vocal talent and history in folk music to the stage, while The Carnival Band complements her with an impressive array of instruments spanning centuries—from lutes to electric guitars—capturing the spirit of the season in every note. This tour will revisit songs from their acclaimed album Carols & Capers and more, drawing on traditional carols, lesser-known seasonal songs, and lively arrangements that showcase their combined artistry.
For one last time, audiences can revel in the lively harmonies, inventive arrangements, and unmistakable charm that have made their Christmas shows so beloved. This celebration promises to be a farewell to remember, honouring four decades of shared musical joy and holiday cheer.
The non-stop 16 date tour includes:
- Wednesday 4th: St George’s, Bristol, 0117 929 4929 Buy Tickets
- Sunday 8th: The Sub Rooms, Stroud, 01453 796880 Buy Tickets
- Thursday 12th: Huntingdon Hall, Worcester, 01905 611427 Buy Tickets
- Friday 13th: St John the Evangelist, Oxford, 01865613507 Buy Tickets
- Tuesday 17th:Town Hall, Birmingham, 0121 780 3333 Buy Tickets