Tom McConville and Michael Biggins, both celebrated as BBC Folk Musicians of the Year in Britain and Scotland respectively, are set to perform at the Bromyard Folk Festival. Their collaboration brings together the fiddle, piano, and vocals in a union that promises an extraordinary evening. Audiences can expect a night filled with virtuosic playing and singing, all infused with Tom’s renowned humor and sense of fun, ensuring a top-class entertainment experience.
Tom McConville, hailing from Tyneside, grew up immersed in the rich traditions of Irish and Scottish music, which have profoundly influenced his career. Known as an authority on the music of James Hill, his journey in folk music began in the vibrant scenes of Newcastle’s Irish community and has spanned over 50 years, earning him immense respect and admiration for his skill on the fiddle and his contributions to folk music. His collaborations with artists like Bob Fox, Kieron Halpin, and Pauline Cato, among others, have marked him as a world-class act celebrated for his unique blend of music, humor, and storytelling.
Michael Biggins, a multi-instrumentalist originally from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and now based in Glasgow, brings his exceptional talent to the partnership. A recent graduate from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year for 2021, Michael’s versatility and skill have seen him play and tour with various groups, including TRIP and The Canny Band. With a deep commitment to teaching, Michael’s expertise extends beyond performance to nurturing the next generation of musicians, highlighting the depth of talent and dedication that both he and Tom McConville will bring to their performances at the Bromyard Folk Festival.