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The Two Tall Girls

Sophie Bancroft and Christine Hanson

Soulful, intimate love songs were played from the two tall girls Sophie Bancroft and Christine Hanson, Bancroft on guitar and vocals while Hanson accompanied on cello. The pair also introduced double bassist Tom Line early on.The majority of songs were composed by Sophie and she performed them confidently. However, lyrical themes were sometimes a little abstract and sometimes a little base, but mainly they were heartfelt tunes that tenderly called to an invisible companion. They also played works by Christine, which were more meditative and classical in character and gave a different dimension to the performance. The two tall girls have got a nice balance of musical styles and put on an absorbing and pleasant show.

Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 9-12 Aug, 8.00pm (9.00pm), £10.00 (£8.00), fpp 166

tw rating: 3/5

published: Aug-2008

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