A gig on Wednesday 9th July. The event starts at 20:00.
On Wednesday 9 July, Cuculi Presents an evening with Kate Griffin and Matchume Zango in St Anne's Church, Greenbank, with support from local folk composer Tamsin Elliott.
Both highly respected artists in their own right, Kate Griffin (UK) and Matchume Zango (Mozambique) explore the sophisticated rhythms of their respective traditions through interlocking banjo and timbila (a traditional xylophone of the Chope people). The result is a thrilling cross-cultural conversation and a distinctive set of original tunes and songs - sheer delight for the listener.
We're pleased to welcome back prolific Bristol-based composer Tamsin Elliott (Hedera, Tarek Elazhary, Frey) for a solo set which, we hear, might contain some new pieces she's been working on...
Tickets for the gig are on sale now, at three pricing levels:
General - £13
Community supporter - £16
Low income - £10
We ask that those who make more than £25k per year consider opting for Community Supporter as this allows us to subsidise low income tickets.. We consider low income to apply to those who earn less than £15k per year, but we don’t ask for any proof.
St Anne's is wheelchair-accessible. If you require any further information regarding accessibility, please email us at [email protected] and we will endeavour to provide clarity & assistance.
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KATE GRIFFIN & MATCHUME ZANGO
“...Both artists honour their traditions while creatively weaving their sounds together, resulting in a rich blend of world rhythms, contemporary songwriting and playful joy” - Songlines ★★★★
Kate Griffin (UK banjo player - Mishra) and Matchume Zango (Mozambique multi-instrumentalist) are forging a new cross-cultural collaboration celebrating the universal power of traditional music. They both bring echoes of their respective traditions to a vibrant new sound full of world rhythms, contemporary song-writing and joy. Following the release of their debut EP Tchopo, recorded in Maputo 2022, Matchume made his debut performances in the UK in July 2024. Their touring show features Matchume’s arsenal of percussion including timbila, xitende, mbira, and congas, Kate’s banjo and Ford Collier on low whistle and guitar
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TAMSIN ELLIOTT
Tamsin is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and film-maker with roots in
the traditional dance tunes of the British Isles. Her debut solo album FREY
(Penny Fiddle Records, 2022) established her as a rising star on the folk
scene, with The Guardian praising her "beautiful, filmic compositions for
accordion, harp, whistle and voice”. Exploring themes of chronic illness and
environmental grief, FREY offers a poignant reflection on the human
experience, whilst her forthcoming album The Meeting Tree celebrates
connection, nature and the joy of sharing tunes with friends.
"Such music can offer clarity while the chaos of life threatens to engulf
us" - Folk Radio UK
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CUCULI RECORDS
Cuculi Records is a DIY label based in Bristol, run by a woman-led collective of musicians and songwriters with the aim of helping grassroots artists navigate the complexities of releasing music independently. We work with bedroom composers, folk singers, ambient explorers and unusual ensembles, often creating beautiful sounds that don't have a name yet.
Cuculi Presents is an opportunity to hear both local & national artists live in listening spaces around Bristol.
cuculirecords.com
Beth Roberts (Cuculi Records) is supported by the Early Career Promoter Fund which is managed by PRS Foundation and funded by Arts Council England using Supporting Grassroots Music funding from DCMS.
www.prsfoundation.com
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
Both highly respected artists in their own right, Kate Griffin (UK) and Matchume Zango (Mozambique) explore the sophisticated rhythms of their respective traditions through interlocking banjo and timbila (a traditional xylophone of the Chope people). The result is a thrilling cross-cultural conversation and a distinctive set of original tunes and songs - sheer delight for the listener.
We're pleased to welcome back prolific Bristol-based composer Tamsin Elliott (Hedera, Tarek Elazhary, Frey) for a solo set which, we hear, might contain some new pieces she's been working on...
Tickets for the gig are on sale now, at three pricing levels:
General - £13
Community supporter - £16
Low income - £10
We ask that those who make more than £25k per year consider opting for Community Supporter as this allows us to subsidise low income tickets.. We consider low income to apply to those who earn less than £15k per year, but we don’t ask for any proof.
St Anne's is wheelchair-accessible. If you require any further information regarding accessibility, please email us at [email protected] and we will endeavour to provide clarity & assistance.
***
KATE GRIFFIN & MATCHUME ZANGO
“...Both artists honour their traditions while creatively weaving their sounds together, resulting in a rich blend of world rhythms, contemporary songwriting and playful joy” - Songlines ★★★★
Kate Griffin (UK banjo player - Mishra) and Matchume Zango (Mozambique multi-instrumentalist) are forging a new cross-cultural collaboration celebrating the universal power of traditional music. They both bring echoes of their respective traditions to a vibrant new sound full of world rhythms, contemporary song-writing and joy. Following the release of their debut EP Tchopo, recorded in Maputo 2022, Matchume made his debut performances in the UK in July 2024. Their touring show features Matchume’s arsenal of percussion including timbila, xitende, mbira, and congas, Kate’s banjo and Ford Collier on low whistle and guitar
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TAMSIN ELLIOTT
Tamsin is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and film-maker with roots in
the traditional dance tunes of the British Isles. Her debut solo album FREY
(Penny Fiddle Records, 2022) established her as a rising star on the folk
scene, with The Guardian praising her "beautiful, filmic compositions for
accordion, harp, whistle and voice”. Exploring themes of chronic illness and
environmental grief, FREY offers a poignant reflection on the human
experience, whilst her forthcoming album The Meeting Tree celebrates
connection, nature and the joy of sharing tunes with friends.
"Such music can offer clarity while the chaos of life threatens to engulf
us" - Folk Radio UK
***
CUCULI RECORDS
Cuculi Records is a DIY label based in Bristol, run by a woman-led collective of musicians and songwriters with the aim of helping grassroots artists navigate the complexities of releasing music independently. We work with bedroom composers, folk singers, ambient explorers and unusual ensembles, often creating beautiful sounds that don't have a name yet.
Cuculi Presents is an opportunity to hear both local & national artists live in listening spaces around Bristol.
cuculirecords.com
Beth Roberts (Cuculi Records) is supported by the Early Career Promoter Fund which is managed by PRS Foundation and funded by Arts Council England using Supporting Grassroots Music funding from DCMS.
www.prsfoundation.com
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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