A unique music event featuring new commissions from one of Europe’s most inventive and critically acclaimed artists, collaborating with agricultural machinery and performed in UK farms.

“Nothing can quite prepare you for the Finnish accordionist Kimmo Pohjonen”
The Wire

Finnish accordionist and composer Kimmo Pohjonen stands apart as one of the world’s musical innovators. His singular mission is to expand the capabilities, sound, performance, scope and experience of his instrument in many different settings to levels never before seen or heard. Using surround-sound, live loops and effects, and a highly compelling performance style, Kimmo breathes an infectious energy into the accordion. It is this upfront, fresh and accessible approach that has won him the hearts of audiences and critics across musical genres.

Earth Machine Music sees the collaboration between Kimmo, OCM and North Aston farms. The resulting performance in the cowshed at Park Farm will feature new music composed in response to the machines, equipment and work of the farm. The farms at North Aston, all organic, support an inspiring range of family enterprises including sheep and beef cattle, a small dairy herd and a vegetable box scheme. Come early for a guided farm walk then enjoy lively tastings from a culinary installation created by resident artist-cuisinière Miche Fabre Lewin.

“Simply amazing” The Guardian