Music lovers in Bathurst are in for a treat on Tuesday, March 19, as Cymbrogi take the stage at Jack Duggan’s Pub, 135 George Street, for an evening of evocative and immersive traditional music. The performance kicks off at 7:30 pm, with entry by donation (recommended $20). Floor spots are welcome, inviting local talent to share in the evening’s celebration of music and culture.
Cymbrogi, a newly formed ensemble based in Bathurst and the Blue Mountains, is a collaboration of five accomplished and highly respected musicians: Roger Hargraves (fiddle), Jane Anderson (guitar and vocals), Glenda Kelly (fiddle), Libby Bell (accordion and vocals), and Nick Rigby (bouzouki). Their name, taken from the old Cymraeg (Welsh) word meaning “companions of the heart,” reflects the spirit of their project—one of camaraderie, adventure, and deep connection to tradition.
Describing their music as “North Atlantic Fringe trad,” Cymbrogi take audiences on a journey through the ancient trade routes, sea lanes, and drove roads that shaped the musical heritage of coastal Europe and beyond. Their repertoire spans the rich traditions of Cymru (Wales), Kernow (Cornwall), Cumbria, Clare, Brittany, Shetland, Norway, Northern Spain, and even across the Atlantic to Nova Scotia.
With their creative and dynamic reimagining of these timeless melodies, Cymbrogi breathe new life into centuries-old traditions, offering a fresh and vibrant take on folk music’s enduring legacy.
Join Cymbrogi at Jack Duggan’s Pub for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and cultural exploration. Step aboard and travel with them as a companion of the heart.
