"Being among the organiser's of Saturday's Ceilidh at Christchurch Hall, Ruth and I have seen lots of excellent bands and callers. You have to be right at the top of the list in terms of the quality and the variety of music you play and Simon's calling and commentary only enhance what is already an excellent performance. Thanks to all for a brilliant evening and we look forward to you returning for another gig in due course."
John Green, Northampton Ceilidhs
"It was a great night - I got more positive comments on the band from the regulars than I have ever heard for a first-time band at Meltdown."
Penny Allen, Meltdown Ceilidhs
"Lebedek must be one of the best bands for a Ceilidh around. They certainly got the 2013 Harwich Festival of the Arts off to a lively start. There is so much energy in their music that you just want to dance and keep on dancing. The Eastern European melodies together with Simon's expert calling provide dances that are exciting for both novices and experienced dancers alike. The new dance, 'The Flood', is a particular case in point. Fantastic. There was also 'Tea with Lebedek' where, during a wonderful afternoon of conversation and music, the band explored their wide and varied musical roots in an informal setting to the delight of the audience. This was followed by a very lively late night session at our Lock-Inn which was wonderful! Thanks again for a great contribution to our Festival."
Peter Davis, General Manager of the Harwich Festival of the Arts
"If you are a folk club/festival organiser and looking to book an act that is different from the usual fare but ticks all the right boxes for musicianship, creativity, culture and class then Lebedek is a “must book” band. Their take on “world music” blew everyone away and our punters bought shed-loads of CD’s after the gig which tells you all you need to know."
Andrew Wintersgill, Great Knight Folk Club Northampton
"Lebedek made a real impression when the band played at Oxfolk. It was a smashing evening, we were close to selling out, and we had lots of positive feedback from the dancers about what an unusual sound the band have and how much they enjoyed dancing to it. Some of our regulars are still talking about the band and we have received more comments about Lebedek than any band previously. From a logistical point of view the band was very professional, very easy to work with, and they set up and got out quickly and efficiently. Oxfolk would heartily recommend Lebedek to any ceilidh organisers."
Jane Bird, Oxfolk Ceilidhs
"I knew your music would be good, but I didn't know it would be THAT good!"
Bob Adams, Arena Compere, Towersey Festival
"Your concert sounded excellent - really excellent. I was listening through the open window because it was full"
Guy Fletcher - drummer with Tickled Pink and violinist with Little Johnny England
"The UK is full of ceilidh bands. You need to be that bit different or special to stand out and to be deserving of festival interest and bookings. Lebedek hit that spot and then keep hitting it. They play gloriously different tunes with each member a virtuoso on their chosen instrument. The sheer life and lift in their music soars through the air and brings joy into your heart.
Can hardly wait for the next time we're together !"
Martyn Harvey, Dance Caller
“An innovative and interesting band, four talented musicians playing ceilidh music with a difference, with East European tunes and dances thrown into the mix, Lebedek brought a refreshing take on ceilidhs to Broadstairs 2011”
Kim Headley - Director, Broadstairs Festival
"A daring collaboration between East and West with a significant overlay of Eastern European conservatoire-trained musicians, swirled through with traditional music from Ukraine to England. If you’re looking for something that wee bit different, look no further!"
Fee Lock, Dance Caller
“I heard you for the first time last night, accompanying the lantern procession into the showground at Towersey Festival. The lanterns were wonderful, and the way they were announced, but it was all transformed into something really magical by your music. I could have listened to you much more, and hope that one day you will tour in my area."
Victoria Lindsay - dancer with Stone the Crows
John Green, Northampton Ceilidhs
"It was a great night - I got more positive comments on the band from the regulars than I have ever heard for a first-time band at Meltdown."
Penny Allen, Meltdown Ceilidhs
"Lebedek must be one of the best bands for a Ceilidh around. They certainly got the 2013 Harwich Festival of the Arts off to a lively start. There is so much energy in their music that you just want to dance and keep on dancing. The Eastern European melodies together with Simon's expert calling provide dances that are exciting for both novices and experienced dancers alike. The new dance, 'The Flood', is a particular case in point. Fantastic. There was also 'Tea with Lebedek' where, during a wonderful afternoon of conversation and music, the band explored their wide and varied musical roots in an informal setting to the delight of the audience. This was followed by a very lively late night session at our Lock-Inn which was wonderful! Thanks again for a great contribution to our Festival."
Peter Davis, General Manager of the Harwich Festival of the Arts
"If you are a folk club/festival organiser and looking to book an act that is different from the usual fare but ticks all the right boxes for musicianship, creativity, culture and class then Lebedek is a “must book” band. Their take on “world music” blew everyone away and our punters bought shed-loads of CD’s after the gig which tells you all you need to know."
Andrew Wintersgill, Great Knight Folk Club Northampton
"Lebedek made a real impression when the band played at Oxfolk. It was a smashing evening, we were close to selling out, and we had lots of positive feedback from the dancers about what an unusual sound the band have and how much they enjoyed dancing to it. Some of our regulars are still talking about the band and we have received more comments about Lebedek than any band previously. From a logistical point of view the band was very professional, very easy to work with, and they set up and got out quickly and efficiently. Oxfolk would heartily recommend Lebedek to any ceilidh organisers."
Jane Bird, Oxfolk Ceilidhs
"I knew your music would be good, but I didn't know it would be THAT good!"
Bob Adams, Arena Compere, Towersey Festival
"Your concert sounded excellent - really excellent. I was listening through the open window because it was full"
Guy Fletcher - drummer with Tickled Pink and violinist with Little Johnny England
"The UK is full of ceilidh bands. You need to be that bit different or special to stand out and to be deserving of festival interest and bookings. Lebedek hit that spot and then keep hitting it. They play gloriously different tunes with each member a virtuoso on their chosen instrument. The sheer life and lift in their music soars through the air and brings joy into your heart.
Can hardly wait for the next time we're together !"
Martyn Harvey, Dance Caller
“An innovative and interesting band, four talented musicians playing ceilidh music with a difference, with East European tunes and dances thrown into the mix, Lebedek brought a refreshing take on ceilidhs to Broadstairs 2011”
Kim Headley - Director, Broadstairs Festival
"A daring collaboration between East and West with a significant overlay of Eastern European conservatoire-trained musicians, swirled through with traditional music from Ukraine to England. If you’re looking for something that wee bit different, look no further!"
Fee Lock, Dance Caller
“I heard you for the first time last night, accompanying the lantern procession into the showground at Towersey Festival. The lanterns were wonderful, and the way they were announced, but it was all transformed into something really magical by your music. I could have listened to you much more, and hope that one day you will tour in my area."
Victoria Lindsay - dancer with Stone the Crows