Fleecey Folk: Windborne

Described as “the most exciting vocal group in a generation”, US quartet Windborne bring breathtaking harmonies and vocal traditions from across the world to The Fleece.

Lauren Breunig, Jeremy Carter-Gordon, Lynn Rowan and Will Rowan have spent more than 20 years studying polyphonic music, developing a remarkable blend that comes from decades of friendship and performance. Singing in several languages, they move effortlessly between musical traditions, taking audiences on a journey across continents and centuries.

Their bold, inventive arrangements breathe new life into old songs, from Corsican polyphony to folk songs of protest, social struggle and solidarity. Along the way, they share the fascinating stories behind the music, with plenty of warmth, wit and humour.

BBC Travelling Folk described Windborne as “subverting expectations and redefining the genre of vocal music… just absolutely phenomenal!”

Having performed around the world, Windborne are renowned not only for their technical brilliance, but for the passion, energy and connection they bring to every performance.