Folk band

Patchwork

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About Patchwork

Jazz-Folk fusion band playing the best of English, Scottish and Irish folk and jazz. Perfect for adding a unique sound to any event!
Folk band
Birmingham
Public liability insurance of £10 million

Patchwork are an award-winning six-piece fusion band whose members span the length and breadth of Britain and Ireland: from Hampshire to the Highlands, taking in Norwich, Sligo, Dublin, and Ayr along the way. This diverse range of musical backgrounds come together to create a unique blend of English, Scottish and Irish folk & jazz music. Playing a mix of old, new, and original tunes, Patchwork stitches it all together with drive and energy. Patchwork have performed across Birmingham, including at the city's Symphony Hall and in the city centre during the weekend of the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Patchwork have been praised for their 'original sound', which sees at the likes of a driving fiddle folk tune break seamlessly into a roaring sax solo followed by a flute/piano duet.

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This act has been working with Encore for over a year
Musicianship
Genres:
Folk, Electronic, Folk rock, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Jazz
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Event types:
Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, New Year's Eve, Christmas party, Birthday party, Burns night, Cruise
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Patchwork's Song list

Washington Square Park
An Cruitire
The Girl with the Shiver
The Skylark's Ascension
Fleur de Mandragore
I Don't Wanna Know (about Evil)
Eilidh's Reel
Emma's Reel
Sí Beag Sí Mór
Bensley Road
The Music O' Spey
Wide River
Patchwork also play a wide variety of standard folk and jazz tunes.
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Our unique line-up produces an equally unique sound, which is often the first thing our clients pick up on. Our members are among the most talented young musicians on Birmingham's jazz and folk scenes, meaning our playing always has a real drive!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Symphony Hall Birmingham Albert's Schloss Birmingham The Spotted Dog, Digbeth

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Colin Steele (jazz trumpet), Joe Broughton (fiddle), Flook (folk band), Kieran Quinn (piano)

Do you have different line-up options?

Our line up is generally: fiddle, flute, sax, piano, bass, and drums. As our arrangements are unique to us, we are not able to offer alternative line-ups.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

We know plans can change, and we will always be as flexible as we can to accommodate this. If your timings change after booking, please just in touch!

How much time do you need to set up?

We can usually do this in an hour, but 2 hours is preferable where possible.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

We always try our best to accommodate any special requests! We ask that these are made as early as possible, and does include a small additional fee to accommodate extra rehearsal time.

Patchwork's Prices

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£960
Up to 2 hours£1400
Up to 3 hours£1800

Patchwork's Reviews

From customers:

CP
Chris L
2 years ago

"Thank you for a really lovely hour-long programme in the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space at Symphony Hall this lunchtime. A band to look out for in future."

JB
Joe Q
2 years ago

"I love it!"