Burton Agnes Jazz and Blues Festival 2017 – Claudia Edward in the tent

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Claudia and the Naked Chords did a second set in the tent. It was quite different to her first set – more powerful and less restrained. The beat pounded, the guitar was strident and Claudia got the audience rockin’

I think Simon only organises these festivals so that he can have a great time playing with all the bands. He rarely misses an opportunity. It sets the tone for the atmosphere of the festival – it is friendly, homely and less formal. Great stuff. Go Simon!! 

Burton Agnes Jazz and Blues Festival 2017 – Claudia Edward and the Naked Chords

Posted on by Opher

There was a distinct Caribbean flavour to this year’s festival. I think Simon managed to negotiate a job lot of artists from St Lucia, prise them out of the St Lucian tourist board at a good rate. It certainly added a bit of spice and flavour. The bands he brought over were young, vibrant and exuberant. I loved it.

The first up was Claudia Edwards and the Naked chords. Fortunately the day was warm and sunny so she felt at home. The crowd gave her a warm welcome too.

The Naked Chords got the ball rolling with some scintillating guitar work from the dreadlocked guitarist. Claudia gave a varied programme ranging from jazz standards to reggae and it all went down well.