Gig Description

Entry is free!
7:30-9pm.
At The Bain Marie Festival Hub Bar, 189 High Street, Northcote 3070

Three nationally celebrated singer-songwriters sharing a family connection will be performing a concert of original songs and instrumentals at The Darebin Music Feast. The voices of Louisa, Lucy and Rowena Wise blend in the magical way that sisters’, daughters’ and mothers’ voices do. Between them they play violins, ukulele, guitar and Appalachian Dulcimer, and were heard at folk venues and festivals across Australia, Ireland and the USA between 1998 and 2008 as part of The Wise Family Band. In recent years, Louisa, Lucy and Rowena have made their own musical pursuits, basing themselves in Melbourne’s rich music scene. Having each toured and recorded with many of their own projects, Louisa, Lucy and Rowena have banded together to form a trio with an entirely original sound that reflects their diverse musical interests and rich folk roots. Their songs tell stories of social justice, love, people and human relationships to the world, ranging from sparse folk arrangements to lively fiddle tunes.

The concert will feature new work from Louisa, Lucy and Rowena, as well as some special guests including Staffan Guinane (formerly of Francolin) and accordionist Geoff Le Blanc (of eclectic folk/roots band The Harmaniax and trad Cajun band, The Le Blanc Brothers). Such a beautiful array of songs, voices and instrumental textures make this a night not to be missed.