Neolektra
Location: Based in JohannesburgBiography
Neolektra is an exciting and dramatic new show combining strings with percussion, synths and electronics to create an epic sound likened to film and gaming music. These new-age musical warriors kicked off their debut show at the 2017 Main stage at the Grahamstown National Arts Festival to rave reviews and nearly sold out shows - something unheard of for a newcomer. Violinist and musical rebel, Naomi Tagg, describes how Neolektra wanted to break away from classical ideas of strings and to create an explosive and high impact show featuring strings in way that is accessible to a wider audience. “We wanted to push boundaries and take our audience on a journey” says Tagg. “We love to explore the more dramatic side of strings as seen in film and gaming music.”
Their revolutionary sound has received international acclaim for their debut album Birth of a Heroine and has been described as “emanating huge emotion, surreal, and beautiful….giving your favourite movie score a run for its money”.
Neolektra’s performances are explosive and coupled with lighting and effects promises to be a highly impactful and dramatic show. Recommended for featured, main stage entertainment.
Noteworthy Performances
Recent performances include FNB Innovation awards, opening of The Capital Menlyn Maine, National Arts Festival Grahamstown Main program, BBC Radio London live performance.
Client Feedback
“…thank you for providing a sparkling touch to our event. We really appreciated your professionalism and approachability. It was a pleasure watching you perform.” - Djamila Pethen, Air France, London, May, 2015
“…thanks for the truly remarkable performance you gave for the Military Corps function on the 4th Oct 13. I've been ask several times for your contact details for other military events. You were the highlight of the evening and I fully endorse any military event to see your talents.” - Craig Lilley, MOD UK, Oct, 2013
“Thank you so much to you and Matt (DJ) for your performances in Dublin – you were both great and were really professional and lovely to work with!” - Laura, Liverpool Events Company, Nov 2012
"Croí, a heart and stroke charity in Ireland hired Naomi for a Charity Gala Ball / Fundraising Event in March 2012. To put it simply, Naomi was a pure professional from the moment I met her. She was glamorous, punctual, very upbeat and friendly, and was a joy to work with. I will definitely consider booking Naomi again and would highly recommend her." - Barry McCann, Dublin, March 2012
“Naomi was excellent at our new car launch in September, she looked the part and her violin skills were outstanding! She really fitted in with the marque of our dealership, and all our guests commented on how fantastic she was. [We] would definitely book Naomi again!” - Louise Russel, Guy Salmon Land Rover, Manchester, Sept 2011
“Violinist Naomi Tagg has multiple Bartok to Bluegrass strings to her bow as she gives a modern funky flavour to the fiddle” - Cromer Pavilion Theatre, July 2010
“…she (Naomi) was an absolute revelation! We booked a number of different acts…but Naomi was sensational. Once she started to play, the audience was utterly spellbound and captivated by her music and performance. She has a unique ability to mix classical and modern music in such a way that it appealed to everyone in the room, aged between 18 and 80. At one point, some of the guests even got up to dance to her music! I cannot recommend Naomi highly enough…” - Ralph Kamp, October 2009
“I would like to thank you for participating in the Headquarters’ RLC Officers’ Mess Summer Ball. The Mess Members and their partners have not stopped praising the event and telling me of their favourite pieces. Your modern twist made a great transition act to draw the guests in. The pieces you chose were excellently played and were very much enjoyed by the audience.” - Lieutenant Colonel PA Duncan RLC, July 2009
Performance Options
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7-piece band with lighting and effects for further impact: 5x strings, percussion, synths
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2x 30 min sets or 1x45min
Media Quotes
- "Adventurous, courageous and immensely talented SA musicians" - Mike Lowe, The Critter
- "Neolektra leaves their audience spellbound” - Talk of the Town, SA
- “Journey of a lifetime” - Cue Media, Grahamstown National Arts Festival
- “ Wow…you can absolutely get lost in that music…incredible, immense power” - Simon Lederman, BBC London, 2014
- “Epic” - Celebrity cafe, 2014
- “Not many musicians are able to elicit visualizations with their music, but I could see where Neolektra's music wanted the listener to be every step of the way, and I felt myself there.” - The Celebrity Cafe
- “Emanating huge emotion, [NEOLEKTRA] combines electronic and classical influences to create a fusion of pure class” - Whisperin And Hollerin
- “There is some extraordinary talent on show here! The music is extremely dramatic and has a very powerful sound. It leaves you wanting more... This is pure class” - Booze & Reviews
- “[NEOLEKTRA] is very dramatic sounding and really leaves an impact on the listener” - Chase This Tune
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BUDGET INDICATOR
Below budget range is merely a guide; you will receive an exact quote based on your unique event details upon enquiring
Budget Range for Neolektra is
R8800 - R30000
BOOKING ENQUIRY
Submit a booking enquiry directly with Neolektra, and the Artist or their manager / representative will be in touch with you soon!
Should you be unsure about which acts to enquire with, you can choose to SEND GIGSTER YOUR EVENT DETAILS and we will forward your enquiry to up to 5 suitable acts.
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