The Rhythms of Migration by Freedom to Roam was released in 2021. An Artist of the Month on Folk Radio at the time, the album review, written by David Pratt, opens:
“Sometimes a piece of music transcends being merely a listening experience, however excellent a listen it may be, and The Rhythms Of Migration, certainly far in excess of being merely ‘excellent’, is one such creation…A totally mesmeric hour-long aural experience of transcendent quality. A drink from this global watering hole will leave you enriched, enlightened and, hopefully, a more altruistic, compassionate being.”
The album was accompanied by a film documentary by multi-award-winning director Nicholas Jones (A Greenlander, You Are Here), an album launch concert and a tour.
At the time, Eliza said:
“Freedom To Roam approaches the interconnected challenges of climate change, environmental destruction and human displacement within the context of our needs for freedom, empathy and hopefulness. It’s the starting point to an all-encompassing project that aims to change our understanding of nature, wildness and our pivotal role in the future of life on this planet.
Taking it on tour for the first time after securing Arts Council Funding is hugely significant for us and affirms how this project is resonating with others during these challenging times.”
The project was championed by Virginia Mckenna of the Born Free Foundation; she added:
“This is an important and thought-provoking journey with some of the world’s top musicians”
For those that missed their live dates the first time around, Freedom To Roam is regrouping for four dates in May (details below).
Eliza Marshall’s Freedom To Roam brings a beautifully crafted journey in new music, film and visual art back on tour this Spring. The award-winning album – The Rhythms Of Migration – from acclaimed composers Catrin Finch, Jackie Shave, Donal Rogers and Eliza Marshall, featuring Kuljit Bhamra MBE and Robert Irvine, is played in its entirety, accompanied by stunning visual artwork from Amelia Kosminksy. The music is preceded by the short film Connected, by multi-award-winning director Nicholas Jones.
Music and film are powerful tools with thought-provoking voices. Freedom To Roam’s mission is to open ideas and conversation about our interconnected worlds, and to encourage feelings of hope, empowerment and aspiration towards a better future for all living things.
Freedom to Roam Live Dates
9 May Cecil Sharp House
11 May Bury Met
12 May Mwldan Cardigan
13 May Theatre Brycheiniog