ReCENT NEWS
We have been delighted to perform recently at the Cheltenham Library, PAVE Festival (Emerald), the Ringwood Highland Games, Mt Best Gippsland, Bairnsdale Gippsland and even an unexpected late appearance at the Australian Celtic Festival. We look forward to performing at the Paynesville Wine Bar, Bunjil Place Library and the Peninsula Folk Club. As well as festivals and formal concerts, we particularly enjoy presenting music that is accessible to community venues, working together with local community groups and local government.
We were incredibly pleased to have been instrumental in this year's Ringwood Highland Games & Celtic Festival, where for the first time a tent was permanently setup up dedicated to music. Earlier in the year, we were delighted to hear that Barbara Jeffrey had received two nominations for the Australian Celtic Awards for the categories of: Female Artist of the Year and Song of the Year (Mermaid of Zennor, co-written with Fiona Karamlidis).
We were incredibly pleased to have been instrumental in this year's Ringwood Highland Games & Celtic Festival, where for the first time a tent was permanently setup up dedicated to music. Earlier in the year, we were delighted to hear that Barbara Jeffrey had received two nominations for the Australian Celtic Awards for the categories of: Female Artist of the Year and Song of the Year (Mermaid of Zennor, co-written with Fiona Karamlidis).
Ella Roberts, Barbara Jeffrey and Norma O'Hara Murphy
We were so very proud to have Barbara achieve the position of a finalist in the Australian Celtic Awards for "Female Artist of the Year". So we attended the Australian Celtic Festival in Glen Innes to attend the award ceremony and also view the associated festival. We had a wonderful time and met the other finalists in Barbara's category including Norma O'Hara Murphy and Ella Roberts. Congratulations go to Ella, who ultimately won the award for Female Artist of the Year.
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As well as gigs in the near future, we particularly look forward to supporting the Irish & Celtic Music Festival in Yass later this year in September. This promises to be wonderful rural festival with a renewed focus on Celtic music and particularly Irish music. Janno Scanes and the committee at Yass are working hard to make this event succeed and we are sure it will. Perhaps we'll see you there! May 2018 |
What is tidal moon?
"Beautiful traditional, original and contemporary music with Barbara Jeffrey and Jose Garcia."
Sometimes duo, sometimes trio and sometimes even quartet, Tidal Moon's core consists of Barbara Jeffrey - soprano vocalist, harpist, flautist and Jose Garcia - baritone vocalist, guitarist.
With strong influences from Celtic and traditional music, our music has been broadly described as nouveau folk, world music and even "genre busters". Our music has songs that cover over five languages. Tidal Moon's performance takes the audience on a magical and uplifting journey through a variety of musical styles encompassing folk, country, jazz, latin rhythms, celtic, alternative and original music. We have music in five languages. The connection between Barbara's ethereal, soaring voice and Jose's earthy baritone vocals is magical and natural - the perfect combination of music and passion.
Sometimes duo, sometimes trio and sometimes even quartet, Tidal Moon's core consists of Barbara Jeffrey - soprano vocalist, harpist, flautist and Jose Garcia - baritone vocalist, guitarist.
With strong influences from Celtic and traditional music, our music has been broadly described as nouveau folk, world music and even "genre busters". Our music has songs that cover over five languages. Tidal Moon's performance takes the audience on a magical and uplifting journey through a variety of musical styles encompassing folk, country, jazz, latin rhythms, celtic, alternative and original music. We have music in five languages. The connection between Barbara's ethereal, soaring voice and Jose's earthy baritone vocals is magical and natural - the perfect combination of music and passion.
What is Nouveau Folk?
We've been using this term in describing the genre we play because whilst the harp is known as a fairly traditional instrument, it is capable of a variety of music styles depending on how it is played and how it is accompanied. Not all pieces sound like "tinker bell" is playing; the harp has seen its fair share of drinking halls and loud venues and is a powerful and versatile instrument.
Our music whilst respecting tradition, can be upbeat as well as serene. It all depends on the journey the audience wants to take!
We've been using this term in describing the genre we play because whilst the harp is known as a fairly traditional instrument, it is capable of a variety of music styles depending on how it is played and how it is accompanied. Not all pieces sound like "tinker bell" is playing; the harp has seen its fair share of drinking halls and loud venues and is a powerful and versatile instrument.
Our music whilst respecting tradition, can be upbeat as well as serene. It all depends on the journey the audience wants to take!
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"Wild Mountain" an original by Barbara Jeffrey, performed at Mt Evelyn, Victoria, Australia.
Performing an upbeat original song '16 Steps' at Bridie O'Reilly's, Sydney Road Brunswick. From left to right: Brent Kerr - percussion; Jose Garcia - vocals, guitar, bodhran; Barbara Jeffrey - harp, flute; and David Graham - double bass.
