Aniar

ANIAR means “from the west” and is the name of this exciting band from the South West of Victoria, Australia. Aniar mix original songs and Celtic tunes with the sounds of the globe. Featuring the beautiful and haunting vocals of Gemma Belfrage and Airlie Tait’s flamboyant flute playing plus a driving rhythm section (Don Stewart – guitar and bouzouki, Andrew Hallett – acoustic bass, Gemma Belfrage – djembe), Aniar reinterpret the traditional and blend it with contemporary songs about Australian life to create music that is poignant, uplifting and a lot of fun.

What they've said and where we've played

“ Quotes: 

“ANIAR are creating a new blend of music for the future. Look out for them.” Dominic McAlinden – Director National CelticFestival 

“ANIAR are an exciting band reinterpreting Celtic Music at its best. I would have no hesitation in recommending them” Peter Moir – Director of Warrnambool Celtic Concert 

“…once you scratch the surface of Shoot the Sky it becomes obvious that there is as much jazz and roots music here as there is Celtic. A strong debut.” Matt Neal – Warrnambool Standard 

“…strangely compelling, Aniar aren’t your average folk outfit” Kim Porter – Forte Magazine ”

We have played at:

Port Fairy Folk Festival
Tamar Valley Folk Festival
Wintermoon
National Celtic Festival
Koroit Irish Festival
Australian Celtic Festival
Turning Wave Festival
Maldon Folk Festival
The Boite

Aniar's album "Shoot the Sky" is currently available. See the links to buy the CD online