Howay The Lasses

are a vibrant new musical group that celebrate the lives of notable women heroes of the North East of England through original songs and arrangements. Critically-acclaimed artists in their own right, singer and accordionist Annie Ball, father and daughter singer-songwriter combination Gareth and Bronwen Davies-Jones, and cellist Katie Tertell began working together in 2021 through collaboration funded by Arts Council England and the NE Endowment for Musical Traditions. 

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The result is a profound, engaging and original canon of material in tribute to the lives of women both historical and contemporary. From the Newcastle United Women’s Football team all the way back to Claudia Severa from the ancient Roman empire, the songs also celebrate women like 18th Century proto-feminist Mary Astel, activist Rachel Parsons and mathematician Janet Taylor.

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Wherever they play Howay the Lasses have won over the hearts and minds of music lovers with their tales of female tragedy, heroism and ingenuity. Performing at a variety of venues, from festivals to libraries, and working with archives and organisations, this talented band has earned the admiration and affection of critics and fans alike.