Tears of Laughter

Saturday 26th February, 2022 - Tears of Laughter

The combination of Simon Mayor's renowned mandolin wizardry and Hilary James' 'elegant singing' (Daily Telegraph) and unusual bass instruments are brought to 'a witty and captivating mix of folk, blues, swing and classical showstoppers' - and some of their own gruesomely hilarious children's songs and notorious comic songs - 'spiced with a unique brand of off-beat humour' (The Guardian). All wrapped up in an entertaining stage show and a lively wit as dry as Somerset cider, this is a monstrously enjoyable evening.

Tickets available from Harbury Village Library and online.

Live clips of songs, instrumentals and chat

Separation Blues (song)

The Buttermere Waltz (mandolin instrumental)

Baby zebra skin winkle-pickers (impromptu chat)

Le Chamois Cornu (fiddle instrumental)

Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba (mandolin instrumental)

Travellin’ Blues (song with guitar & mandobass)

Bolero (mandolin instrumental)

Fireflies (Hilary James animation)

More information and videos on the Mayor and James website.

This event is made possible by the support of Live & Local and Arts Council England.