THE internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble Windborne travels from New England to Dorset in January, making a welcome return to the Artsreach circuit with To Warm The Winter Hearth, showcasing the singers’ powerful and innovative vocal harmonies. The four singers come to Blandford parish church on Friday 17th January, and Yetminster’s Jubilee Hall on Wednesday 22nd, at 7.30pm.

With a 20-year background studying polyphony from around the world, Lauren Breunig, Jeremy Carter-Gordon, Lynn Rowan and Will Rowan effortlessly showcase an unrivalled mastery of polyphonic music from diverse cultures.

Following the release of their latest album, To Warm the Winter Hearth, expect an evening of folklore, magic, and mystery as this outstanding group returns to Dorset with welcoming wassails, songs of solstice and music for midwinter, performed in English, Occitan, and Lithuanian.

Windborne will also be performing at Bristol Folk House on 26th January and St Swithin’s Church, Bath, on 8th February.