Manchester Collective & Sean Shibe: Sea Shanties

Apparently sea shanties were/are huge on TikTok. We wouldn’t know—we’re not on it. What we do know is that this deep dive into the centuries-old folk tradition, performed by the epically radical Manchester Collective (string quartet, percussion, electronics) alongside Sean Shibe (lute, guitar, electric guitar), is going to be magic.

A quick word on Manchester Collective, if you’re not already converted. They’re a classical ensemble committed to presenting music in ways that feel open, inventive, and—importantly—cool. As they put it themselves:

“We passionately believe in the power of music to move us and to excite us… From the concert hall to the factory, from the recital room to the mill, the only thing we ask of you is that you open your ears and let yourself listen. Really listen.”

So yes. A mission we can very much get behind.