EXPERIENCE a night of uplifting folk and world music as acclaimed international collective Praying for the Rain perform at the Acorn in Penzance for the first time on Saturday, November 15.

Known for their dynamic and compelling live performances, their music blends contemporary folk and roots, with singer-songwriter sensibilities and combines emotive lead vocals with beautifully crafted harmonies, melodies and rhythms, that makes their sound so unmistakable.

Their concerts are intimate in nature, with listeners drawn into a rich and intriguing tapestry of acoustic ambience and inspired musicianship. Praying for the Rain is comprised of a group of musicians who play music from the heart.

During their musical history together, they have travelled throughout Europe, Canada, Africa, and the Middle East and have performed at festivals such as Glastonbury, Womad, Cambridge, Stainsby, Frome, at the famous Spiegeltent during the Islington International festival and at London’s Union Chapel and South Bank as part of a world music series presented by the National Theatre.

This special concert performance at the Acorn will feature the four original members, Domenic DeCicco, Vince DeCicco, Delagh King and Mal Darwen playing songs from a selection of all their albums and recent solo projects, as well as music from their latest release entitled, Celebrate.

They will use instruments such as; acoustic guitars, accordion, mandolin, Bodhran, Native American flutes, voice and percussion, setting a contemporary mood and creating a truly uplifting experience. Expect an exhilarating night of wonderfully engaging songs.

“This driven musical collective lead by the visionary DeCicco brothers just can’t stop the potency of their music and the uncanny enchantment it spreads amongst all of us who have been fortunate enough to hear the music and follow their journey” - Max Reinhardt, BBC 3 Late Junction.

To book tickets, visit: www.theacornpenzance.com/events/seeds-of-evergreen-in-concert/