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4+ (group) performers
Indoor and outdoor
Band
5 hours
5x3 meter
NL, EN
Celtic folk and swing, with Klezmer, Shanties and Bluegrass excursions.
From breathtaking concert to full evening (party) performance.
Unicorn asked, everything succeeded!
Light-headedness, feet off the floor, a thirsty throat - Unicorn's performances never leave the audience unmoved. The folk band's exhilarating Celtic music usually turns into a feel-good swing party where people sing along at the top of their lungs. But let no one be fooled by the seemingly careless ease with which the band presents itself on stage; behind that cheerful facade are masked race-bred musicians who are a fine-tuned touch
The driving forces behind the Irish folk spectacle are accordionist Martien Tijburg and guitarist John Kuiper. The duo has been the beating heart of Unicorn since it was founded in 1996. Around them lead singers Renske den Uil /Jolanda Traarbach and violinists Karin Bakker/Erna Sommer complete UNICORN. They are
all professionals with a conservatory background, but are incurably infected with the Celtic folk virus. The ladies color the Irish and Scottish traditionals in their own way, and just as easily switch to related genres such as Bluegrass or Yiddish fiddle music. A catchy performance with folk, fun and lots of variation is guaranteed. From concert to full-length party.
UNICORN is a well known name in the folk world and belongs to the top of what the Netherlands has to offer in semi professional folk music. Also internationally the band is a
also internationally the band is a much sought after act at summer festivals. The band usually performs in a four-person line-up: a singer, a violinist and the regulars John Kuiper (vocals/guitar) and Martien Tijburg (accordion)
(accordion). The band takes the audience along effortlessly and lets them feel what lived in Ireland through the centuries...Meanwhile, the band has four CDs to its name, including
"A new Horizon" and the most recent CD "Destination unknown" among lovers of Celtic music enjoy fame. Unicorn knows the enthusiastic audience to the last minute to
captivate but also to move. The humorous announcements of the songs, a beautiful mix of emotions and full enjoyment. The band with conservatory-trained artists forms a unit, which you rarely encounter.
Our music is so versatile that we have on the play list only a few examples mentioned, but is far from complete! Unicorn asked, everything succeeded! Atmosphere guaranteed!
Repertoire
Reviews
, Ruud
The beautiful ballad 'Ride on' with a starring role for singer Jolanda Traarbach. Beautiful flawless performance brought with feeling and also 'High Germany' had a strong turn singing
, Paul
With a catchy performance by folk band Unicorn, the 20th anniversary of the Sunday afternoon stage Haarlemmermeer was celebrated. With song and dance in Irish style, the large number of attendees enjoyed themselves immensely.
, Jisp
Together they have a fascinating and extensive repertoire. They are good at Celtic music, klezmer, jigs, Dutch/Flemish folk music, dance tunes and sing-alongs
, Felix
The well-known North Holland folk band Unicom opened the concert with a heartwarming guest performance. Unicom created atmosphere with Irish folk music through the full sound of John Kuiper's guitar. Martine Nijenhuis' violin playing was virtuoso, as was the clear, flawless voice of singer Jolanda Ttaarbach. Accordionist Martien Tijlburg provided the finishing touch
, Cor
Before I was already hooked on the fresh folk sound of the four of them, now I'm completely addicted to this group of six. The addition of Martine and Betty brings even more variety to their repertoire. It's wonderful how Betty and Jolanda sing the song 'Cruel sister' together and I got goose bumps when Betty sang 'Motherland'.
, Ruud
Earlier I compared Unicorn with the cream on a glass of Irish coffee, I can now say that it certainly doesn't stop at one glass. With or without coffee, this tastes like whisky from the best distillers. It's amazing to hear how this Dutch set can match not only the atmosphere, but also the quality of a seasoned band from Ireland
, Westfriesweekblad
The repertoire is very extensive: a mix of Celtic (Irish, Scottish) Dutch/Flemish, Yiddish fiddle, Canadian, Blue Grass, but also Dutch and English shanties and gypsy songs.
, Ben
Unicorn's second set was the icing on my Irish Coffee. Beautifully sung ballads - with tears rolling down them - alternated with exciting dance music. Martine Nijenhuis' Irish fiddle seemed almost to ignite at times. Rarely have I heard a solo rendition of the song 'Dueling Violins' in which every violin duelling would be superfluous. It was great! But I must not underestimate the quality of the other members of the band. A band that effortlessly remains fascinating throughout the entire evening
, Arjan
Unicorn, which plays mainly Irish and Celtic folk music, klezmer and blue grass, almost had the audience on their feet and received standing ovations
, Ruud
In the Green Church of Lambertschaag, music group Unicorn gave a full evening concert last Saturday. The church wasn't exactly full and that was a pity, because Unicorn deserves better. In 'Star of the Country Down' Unicorn played a fresh four beat. Nice vocals and ditto transmission
, Faralda
All music becomes folk at Unicorn The huge diversity of musical styles is evident.
, Cees
Unicorn, now performing in a four-person line-up, has a richly variegated repertoire.
, User
Last Friday evening there was a smashing performance in the Miente by the band Unicorn from North Holland. The repertoire they brought consisted mainly of Irish and Scottish music. Thanks to the experience, the musical capacities and the contagious enthusiasm of the musicians, this concert was a special event. The varied programme had many highlights.
, Clemens
The variation in cheerful, melodious and sometimes sad ballads was so captivating that the audience often sang along. Unicorn held the audience spellbound. After the last song, the artists received a standing ovation as a token of appreciation token of appreciation. The Cultural Committee of the Miente can look back on a successful evening, Unicorn was a hit.
, User
Last Saturday the concert of Swing-folkband Unicorn with dancegroup Kyra took place in the sold-out Bonisfacius church: an atmospheric event with Irish pub music, jigs and real Riverdance acts
, Hans
It's Unicorn, they can and do anything. The audience stomps, claps, sings and spontaneously dances along. And they always seem to play to a sold-out crowd. A performance by them together grabs you from start to finish, an experience
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