PUTNEY-Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music present an evening of Celtic music by bagpipes/fiddle/guitar quartet Cantrip at Next Stage on Friday, July 5, at 7:30 p.m.
From the strong base of its Celtic roots, Cantrip branches out into the music of other European cultures. With border pipes, fiddle, guitar, and three voices, Dan Houghton, Jon Bews, Eric McDonald, and Alasdair White take audiences on what organizers call "a cultural journey," putting their own spin on each musical style.
Known for their innovative arrangements, high-energy songs and tunes, and dry wit, Cantrip has toured throughout Scotland and the U.S.
Cantrip sprung from a local music session in Edinburgh, Scotland, more than 20 years ago. The band name is an Old Scots word meaning a charm, magic spell, or piece of mischief, and organizers say it aptly describes the quartet's musical arrangements "as well as the compelling potency of their musicianship."
Next Stage is at 15 Kimball Hill in downtown Putney. Tickets are $22 in advance, $25 at the door, and $10 for access to the livestream. Advance tickets are available at nextstagearts.org. Next Stage will provide a beer, wine, and cocktail cash bar. For information, call 802-387-0102.
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