A very different event from my last review of the band. Period costumes, a party atmosphere and a full backing band made for a much noisier, rockier affair. The eclectic choice music remains much as it was, with songs from the thirties and forties, a mix of jazz, blues, soul and a dash of country. With this line up the subtleties of the voices, the richness of the harmonies, was lost a little, but did make more for the party feel they were going for. Drums bass and keyboard added the punch, with saxophone enhancing the jazz feel, and a couple of gorgeous flute solos.
The gig was a bit shambolic organisationally, which isn't a real problem, but jars when you've become used to the slickness of most Fringe venues. Things may improve during the remaining shows. This reviewer had to leave early, due to a minor health problem, but would loved to have stayed for the music is infectious and there were plenty of people dancing the night away. Great fun.
The Bevvy Sisters are at Summerhall at 21.00 on the 20th and 27th.
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