Sun 11 May 2025
DAPHNE'S FLIGHT - Chris While, Julie Matthews, Helen Watson, Melanie Harrold, Miranda Sykes
8pm Tickets £24
Featuring 5 of the finest singer-songwriters of their generation, the music of Daphne's Flight is a unique and magical blend of their individual styles, but together they create a unique and unparalleled force, empowering audiences of all ages, producing music that is relatable, moving and uplifting and creating a chemistry on stage that is both joyful and contagious.
Imagine, if you can, the instrumental sparkle and songwriting creds of The Traveling Wilburys combined with the striking vocal prowess of Sweet Honey In The Rock. Then add the warmth and down-to-earth humour of The Derry Girls and you’ll be somewhere in Daphne’s territory. They create a unique sound and energy which unites singer-songwriter, folk, blues and more. Crossing a huge range of topics and genres, blending folk, blues, jazz and pop all woven together with striking harmonies and supported by a range of instrumentation and percussion.
The music of Daphne’s Flight is a magical layering of sensitivity, beauty, experience and empowerment. Their songs are thought provoking, uplifting, empowering and relatable. They continue to inspire audiences with the warmth, energy and sheer joy they bring to their performances. They are, quite simply, a force to be reckoned with.
A taste of the social media response to DF's Cambridge and Shrewsbury performances
"Daphne's Flight, you were magnificent, thank you" Stephen Sorrell
"You made our Cambridge" Annie
"You won't hear many better singers than these all on the same stage" Kit Bailey
"Setting Cambridge alight with Pride. Thank you ladies" Fiona McCaffrey
"You were awesome. Thank you" Beverley Aarons
"Amazing, best band by miles" CatherineJones
"Very moving and joyful" Susan Koszak
"I saw you 3 times at Cambridge and in all honesty felt you were the best act on. You bring such joy to your gigs” Dave Wildman
“Woweee! Amazing set. Inspiring musicians in awesome ensemble. Will be back later for another dose” Kay Wesley
“Wow!!!! Fabulous gig ladies. My festival find of the year. Thank you for both sets at Shrewsbury” Carol Griffin