I first learned traditional songs as a child at a village school in Charsfield, Suffolk
(Ronald Blythe later wrote about the village in his book ‘Akenfield’ ). I then went to a convent boarding school on the Isle of Thanet, where I learned piano. When I left there, I went to live in France, before moving to London and working as a music journalist in print and radio.
In 1998, I released my first solo album, Night Visiting Songs, moved to Wales, and found I couldn’t stop. I met guitarist Julian Hayman, who was playing with Jon Langford of the Mekons, and together we made four more albums. Later, guitarist Edward James Mugford joined the group.
I now live in Wales, recording in my home studio with my collection of harmoniums. My albums to date are:
Night Visiting Songs (‘Greig’s techno-minimalist approach to folk music offers a
genuine new pathway.’ Sunday Times) Down in the Valley (‘Gently haunting and often plain lovely.’ Observer) Llangennith soothing sonic atmosphere of light, space, and calm:
blissful’ Mojo) Winter Woods (‘Weaves tales of a quiet gothic terror, most infused with
romance, suspense, and real beauty.’ Mojo) Quite Silent (‘Flows along like water through a sacret glade.’ Terrascope)
We have been performing a multi-media piece entitled ’I Sing of A Maiden’ which has been shown at Chapter Theatre, Cardiff and will soon appear at the Muni Theatre, Pontypridd
Tracks from Charlotte and Julian’s sessions with Johan Asherton appear on a new compilation, John Barleycorn, issued on Cold Spring records.
Charlotte’s novel, A Girl’s Guide to Modern European Philosophy, is published in June 2007 by Serpent’s Tail.
Meanwhile you can download our recent Resonance Radio session for free from Woven Wheat Whispers:
http://www.wovenwheatwhispers.co.uk/Label-Review-Charlotte_Greig.htm
Thanks, beautiful music here. I love your ambient-folk: perfect balance between acoustic instruments, voice & electronics, exactly what I want to hear/do... I like your diverse influences too: Anne, Shirley & Curtis! Hugs from Venice, Italy a.m.
thank you, charlotte, i'd been listening to your last album which is great and prompted my request! i look forward to hearing the two i haven't got and, of course, your next!
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
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Thankyou for a gorgeous and exquisite set last night at our crow club you are a marvel of the folk world - up for the folk awards next year please!!! x x katy
I am awfully sorry to massmail you here, but figured this one is worth it.
In brief, I have a new album coming out in the EU later this month. It's called Off Track Betting. It's available in UK stores Feb 25th via reveal records and in the benelux via Lucky Dice.
I'll also be doing a brief tour of the UK in early march if you're in that neck of the woods. ( Including a session with BBC2's Bob Harris). check website & myspace for dates/places. And another in the fall over that way.
I will probably be following this note with another, sometime in the next few months, regarding the US release, and subsequent US touring. Details to follow as they fall into place..like the odd snowflakes billowing around this intermittently sunny day in nyc.
Our 2008 spring tour starts next Friday 1st Feb at the St Davids Hall in CARDIFF.
Our show will feature music from 'Dark Side Of The Moon', 'Wish You Were Here', 'The Wall', 'The Division Bell' plus special performances of the iconic Pink Floyd tracks 'Atom Heart Mother' and 'Echoes'.
Tickets are available from the St Davids Hall box office: 02920 878444
Hope to see you there!
For full tour listings as well as soundclips, photos and Forum please visit www.thinkfloyd.net
Thanks for the add which is really appreciated. If you get chance to listen to some of my songs and comment, that would be cool. It's just me doing the whole thing. If you're too busy, that's ok I understand. I wish you Peace Love and Happiness. Allan
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace -
230 of 230, walkaboutsverse.741.com: AS GOSPELLERS HAVE SAID/CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY
As gospellers have said, Beneath signalling skies, On land dusty to tread, A trough in a stable Was the strawy first-bed Of a divine baby - The forgiving Godhead.
A season for new hope - There then and here now; The yuletide of goodwill - There then and here now.
In respect of this chance, Beneath bright or dark skies, Faith’s the star that we glance Attending Christ’s churches And trying to enhance, With singing and ritual, Our God-loving stance.
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