Mishra are a global folk band from the UK which draws together roots in UK traditional music with continent-spanning musical textures. Performing finely crafted songs with stunning vocals and exhilarating instrumentals, Mishra span eclectic moods; from meditative raag inspired improvisations to high-energy celtic dance tunes underpinned by unstoppable percussive grooves.
The band draws on training in Indian classical, UK folk and contemporary classical msuic and their distinctive instrumental palette includes santoor, banjo, clarinet, low whistle, double bass and a vast array of percussion.
Formed by acclaimed folk musicians Kate Griffin and Ford Collier, all the members of Mishra met in Sheffield over a shared passion for the creative possibilities of Indian classical music. Their genre-defying approach to composition has taken them to festivals around the UK including Celtic Connections and Cambridge Folk Festival, won them a prestigious Danny Kyle award, and brought critical acclaim for their two albums Reclaim and The Loft Tapes including national radio play.
2023 saw them tour the UK in collaboration with Indian classical/sufi singer Deepa Shakthi with support from Arts Council England.
