“Featuring percussion, trumpet, Melodeon and keyboards. Banter are an infectious, genre hopping trio mixing Morris tunes, soulful vocals and raucous chorus songs into a concert to ceilidh headliner” Steve Knightley
“Banter are a continuing problem for me. As they grow stronger and more confident in their unique voice, I still don’t know which I prefer: the effortless, irresistible danciness of it all, the lightest touch disguising the strongest pulse; or the strange beauty of the songs – all quirkiness and silk.” Simon Nicol – Fairport Convention.
Banter are Simon Care on melodeon, Nina Zella on keyboards and vocals and Tim Walker on drums, percussion, brass and dance calling. They are rooted in English traditional music but incorporate influences of pop, jazz, soul and big band sounds.
Although just three people, they create a huge sound and have been described as the world’s smallest big band.
Banter brings songs that are barking social comment with pop beats, irony and ridiculously danceable tunes!
“A splendid disregard for musical boundaries, but with a respect for English traditional music”
SONGLINES – 4 STAR REVIEW
In 2024, Banter will be playing for the ever-popular Fancy Dress Ceilidh, as well as a special concert appearance and hosting workshops.