Windborne (USA)
Hailed as “the most exciting vocal group in a generation!” by Songlines, Windborne’s captivating show draws on the singers’ deep roots in traditions of vocal harmony, while the absolute uniqueness of their artistic approach brings old songs into the present. Known for the innovation of their arrangements, their harmonies are bold and anything but predictable. Beyond simply dazzling the audience with vocal fireworks, Windborne evokes a deep emotional response, breathing new life into songs of change from the past that ring true in modern times. The ensemble shifts effortlessly between drastically different styles of music, drawing their audience along on a journey that spans continents and centuries, illuminating and expanding on the profound power and variation of the human voice.
Whether they are presenting improvisatory Corsican polyphony, 17th century anthems of social change, or percussive Occitan carols, the strength of their singing and scholarship are footholds to build empathy, community, and cross-cultural understanding. Windborne are adherents to folk music’s longtime alliance with social activism, labor and civil rights, and other movements that champion the oppressed, the poor, and the disenfranchised. Their dynamic harmonies, and compelling storytelling create an experience that is rooted by its history, but strikingly relevant to the contemporary listener.