About the Notions
From soft fingerpicked ballads
to hard-driving jigs and reels, Henri's Notions creates a musical mix
of
traditional Celtic and American music as well as their own compositions
that have a rhythm and voice reflective of their Southern heritage,
which
lends a pleasing familiarity to the music.  The Notions draw from
a broad palette of melodious sounds: the ardent sounds of fiddle,
lilting
flute, keen tin whistles, ringing mandolin, tenor banjo and bouzouki,
and
the bounce of the button accordian, all played over the resonant tones
and drive of the rhythm section, consisting of acoustic guitars,
percussion,
bass and now and again - bones. Lead voices dance through the intricate embellishments that bring to life the old ballads and songs and all members lend voices frequently creatingclose, rich, well-balanced harmonies. The group makes a point to provide backgrounds on the songs and instruments used during their performance and this has allowed Henri's Notions to connect with, educate and inspire audiences for over twenty years! Henri's Notions has toured extensively in the Southern and Eastern United Stated from West Palm Beach, Florida and Dallas, Texas to New York City. The group  has
worked
countless
festivals and concerts and has appeared as the opening act for such
folk
icons as Bob Dylan, Richie Havens, The Kingston Trio, David Grisman
Quintet
and top celtic acts such as The Tannahill Weavers, Patrick Street,
Paddy
O'Brian and others.
Henris Notions performs year-round
in concerts, festivals, special events, and school programs. As a
touring member of the Alabama State Council on the Arts and Southern
Arts
Federation, grants are often available to eligible presenters.
HENRI'S NOTIONS SELECTED CLIENT LIST
For the last 20
years or so,
the Notions have been privileged to perform in more venues than they
could
ever remember .... but, here are just a few .... In Concert
Monroe Area Council for the Arts, Madisonville,
TN Festivals The Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, NC Has Appeared With: Bob Dylan Radio & Television Appearances National Public Radio / "Says You" Music Halls & Pubs Be Here Now, Ashville, NC Other Venues Art galleries |