SOME fans will tell you how the 5-piece Moishe’s Bagel are, without doubt, the best world folk band out there.

Forget the bagel and whether it’s tasty or not, these guys are all about music and the band’s sheer exuberance.

They are well known for their exciting live performances, and the good news is, they have a date at The Artrix in Bromsgrove, on June 22.

A spokesman said: “In the 15 years they have been together, pianist Phil Alexander, violinist Greg Lawson, accordion player Pete Garnett, bass player Mario Caribe and percussionist Guy Nicolson have developed an instant musical chemistry that captivates audiences with its highly original, deeply involving sound – rooted in folk traditions of the world.

“Moishe’s Bagel’s sound is hard to categorise in the best possible way! Each member brings unique sensibilities to the group. A driving klezmer groove from Phil, rootsy Scottish folk and tango stylings from Pete, classical virtuosity and power from Greg, inspired Latin jazz flavours from Mario…all brilliantly complemented by a richly unique percussion sound that includes Indian tabla and Middle Eastern darabuka from Guy.”

Formed in Edinburgh in 2003, Moishe’s Bagel “continues to combine the energy and passion of world folk with the excitement and soul of improvisation”.

The spokesman added: “Boasting some of the best instrumentalists that Scotland has to offer (Grit Orchestra, Salsa Celtica, Scottish National Jazz Orchestra), the band will draw you in, turn you inside out, and leave you smiling uncontrollably – all in the space of one tune.”

One critic has hailed their “exhilarating, full-flavoured stuff, often breath-takingly intricate but played with jubilation”.

Apparently, “the Bagel acquires the momentum of an express train”, which is some bagel.

Tickets for Moishe’s Bagel on Saturday June 22 at 8pm are £18 on the door or £16 in advance. T

Frther information visit www.artrix.co.uk or call Box Office on 01527 577 330.