Year: 2024, Date: May 16, Instrument: Harp Ali Webb (WSS) Year: 2024, Date: May 16, Instrument: Harp Ali Webb (WSS)

Esther Swift

Likened to Kate Bush, Eddie Reader and Joanna Newsom, singer-songwriter and harpist Esther Swift is an up-and-coming musician in the Scottish folk music scene. Whilst being heavily influenced by her folk roots, Esther’s music also combines jazz, blues and minimalist references. With a passion for pushing the boundaries of folk and classical harp music, she has become a prolific songwriter. A deep love of Scotland, the Scottish Borders (where Esther grew up) and nature continually inspire and influence her music; the songs of her new EP 'The Mairches' which features cojon, string quartet and trumpet, are based on her life growing up in The Scottish Borders.

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