William & Felicia specialize in songs of the sea -- sea shanties and other songs of a nautical nature both traditional and contemporary. Is it "Pirate Music"? There's a bit of pirate music in there as well -- worth an "ARRRRRGH" or two! Call it "Ship-Kickin' Music" if you will. Their approach to this maritime music is more modern and high energy than the traditional a cappella style of shanty singing. Felicia uses the ancient hurdy-gurdy or vielle-a-roue and the Irish tin whistle to great effect -- as a melody instrument or invoking sounds like electric guitars, cello, bagpipe, or brass to acompany songs. William's guitar and octave mandolin work sets the songs to driving rhythms or delicate delicate back-up. Great vocal harmonies round out their big energetic sound.Some of our CDs available on CD Baby! Click the links to buy a copy or listen to samples of all the songs.
