About Moonrakers

Celtic harp, cello, stringed instruments, female/male vocals. Traditional and contemporary songs/tunes from England, Scotland & Ireland.

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Folk band

Oxford

Public liability insurance of £2 million

Oxford's much-toured band 4-piece band, Moonrakers (Celtic harp, cello, stringed instruments, whistles, female/male vocals), give a full concert of songs and tunes from the English, Irish and Scottish tradition as well as their own compositions. Described as “startlingly talented” (Oxford Times) and now with four albums of "exquisite music "(BBC) and "truly wonderful" (Wycombe Festival) performances, Moonrakers present an informal evening of musical excellence and humour.

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6th Anniversary

This act has been working with Encore for over 6 years

Musicianship

Genres:

Folk, Traditional English folk, Traditional Scottish folk

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Types:

Folk band

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Event types:

Concert, Wedding, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Recording session, Cruise

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Moonrakers' Song list

Magpie

Albion Heart

The Ploughman

Come All Ye Fair & Tender Ladies

Glenlivet

Wild Mountain Thyme

Polly Vaughan

The Singer

The Strands of Magilligan

Merrie Dancers

Black Beach

Smugglers set

The Unquiet Grave

I am the Mountain

Prickle Eye Bush

Down by the Lagan Side

Moonrakers' Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Up to 1 hour	£1000
Up to 2 hours	£1000
Up to 3 hours	£1000

Moonrakers' Reviews

Moonrakers are the real deal...an impressive foursome."

Jon sings and plays bouzouki and guitar with aplomb...Eleanor Dunsdon's harp is a delight throughout...Sarah Fell displays adept vocal skills....Liz van Santens fiddle is exemplary.. the band plays with skill and verve

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