Elysian Fields, the popular ‘crossover’ ensemble returns as part of the Independent Theatre’s Sunday afternoon series Prelude in Tea which includes a delicious afternoon tea followed by performances by some of Australia’s finest musicians. As Australia’s only electric viola da gamba ensemble, Elysian Fields is on a singular path to creating a new sound world…
Electric gamba band Elysian Fields presents a uniquely configured line up of saxophone, voice/violin, electric viola da gamba, piano, bass guitar and drums, fresh form the launch of their highly regarded debut CD, “What should I say.” It’s not often that a new instrument joins the music scene but Jenny Eriksson’s electric viola da gamba,…
Elysian Fields, Australia’s only electric viola da gamba band, has will launch its debut album What Should I Say? – a heady blend of jazz, world, folk, and early music in March. The album takes its name from the central piece, a remarkable new song cycle by pianist and band member, Matt McMahon, which sets…