St David鈥檚 Day: Calan in Concert
Folk group Calan and the 大象传媒 National Orchestra of Wales deliver a stunning performance of their unique take on traditional Welsh folk music for St David鈥檚 Day.
For nearly 20 years, folk group Calan have been thrilling audiences all over the world with their unique take on Welsh traditional music. From Malaysia to the USA, the band have amassed a loyal following of fans with their modern versioning of traditional folk songs, combining foot-tapping rhythms with catchy melodies and some electrifying playing.
In this special concert for St David鈥檚 Day, the band are joined by the 大象传媒 National Orchestra of Wales under the baton of Grant Llewelyn, reviving a musical collaboration first heard in 2020. This rare combination brings an added dynamic to modern folk music, delivering a unique musical experience.
Special guest is singer-songwriter and Welsh triple harp Cerys Hafana, who represented Wales at the Womex world music expo in Manchester in 2024 and is a rising star on the UK folk music scene.
Presented by Mirain Iwerydd, and recorded in an informal setting in front of an invited audience, this is a musical treat not to be missed, and is the last chance to see these gifted musicians play together as Calan before they go their separate ways later this year.
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Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Mirain Iwerydd |
Music Group | Calan |
Music Group | National Orchestra of Wales |
Conductor | Grant Llewelyn |
Performer | Cerys Hafana |
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