Quad City Arts Visiting Artist Series
Skye Consort and Emma Björling
Thursday, January 26
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bettendorf Public Library
Bettendorf RoomJoin us for an unique performance by Quad City Arts Visiting Artists Skye Consort and Emma Björling.
Skye Consort & Emma Björling perform trans-Atlantic arrangements of songs and tunes from Sweden, Norway, Ireland, Scotland, England, Québec, Acadia, the USA, as well as original compositions. Each musician brings their own individual interpretation to these traditions to create this extraordinary collaboration, consisting of voices, fiddle, nyckelharpa, cello, bouzouki, banjo, and percussion. Collectively, the band present an assortment of whirling polskas, groovy reels, passionate love songs, breathtaking hymns, and original compositions.
All with the group are seasoned instructors eager to share their knowledge and love for their musical traditions.
Funding for this performance is provided by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | World Culture | Music | Entertainment |
TAGS: | Media Extravaganza |
Bettendorf Public Library
The Bettendorf Public Library has served the community of Bettendorf since July 12, 1955. We offer Library events for all ages, and our meeting rooms are available for public use. See more information about our meeting room policy at http://www.bettendorflibrary.com/services/meeting-rooms.