Philippe Barnes

"breathtaking" - Mojo
"phenomenal technique" - London Folk
"sublime" - Rock n Reel
The scores of the "Madrid Sessions" album will be available to buy soon.
Philippe specialises in contemporary celtic & flamenco flute. Appearances include: MTV, ITV, Radio 2,3,4, Discovery Channel, Womad, Celtic Connections, British Flute Convention, Ennis Trad Fest, Barbican, Beautiful Days, America & Europe tours with Dave Munnelly Band.
Bands: Lee Westwood (DADGAD fingerstyle guitar genius + flute ) www.lee-westwood.com : Attab Haddad Quintet (Arabic/Flamenco Fusion)All Jigged Out (Celtic Jazz-Funk) : Philippe Barnes & Tom Phelan (Contemporary Celtic Flute & Piano) :
"I've heard nobody else who can make the Boehm flute sound like the true traditional thing, who can mould tone to fit the tune so nicely. the sheer musicality is exceptionally impressive." - John Brophy, Irish Music
“An exhilarating exploration of the ‘new-folk’ genre.inspiring” Justine Salmon, Tradition Magazine
"phenomenal technique" London Folk
“exhilarating hour-long parade of instrumental dexterity. every track's a gem.Very satisfying indeed.” Living Tradition
"Balancing raw, gutsy session tunes, with serene though not sedate slow airs. An Feochan is an eye-opening debut - Philippe Barnes, remember the name" - John O' Regan FOLK ROOTS
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