Folk in the Barn: Albion Christmas Band

The Albion Christmas Band returns to Gulbenkian Arts Centre for its 27th year of touring. The show blends seasonal songs, carols, storytelling and stellar musicianship into an evening filled with warmth, humour and winter magic. At its heart is the extraordinary voice of Kellie While, whose breath-taking singing brings powerful expression and intimacy to every performance. The current line-up evolved from The Albion Band, founded over 50 years ago by Ashley Hutchings MBE. Although Ashley will not be touring with the Albion Christmas Band this year due to recent health issues, his spirit, vision and musical legacy remain at the very heart of the band and the Christmas shows he helped create. The Albion story is also intertwined with some of the most respected names in folk, including Simon Nicol and Simon Care. The Albion Christmas Band draws on this extraordinary musical heritage to create a heart-warming evening, filled with tradition, authenticity and joy.