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Crowdfunding Launched for Cornish Language Album Project
Thursday 2nd October 2025
Anna Anise, a folk musician based in Lostwithiel, is organising a crowdfunding campaign for her debut bilingual album. Anna possesses a deep love for storytelling, melody, and cultural roots, and her music is known for weaving English and Cornish language lyrics into a rich, melodic folk style that honours the past while creating something new.
The Project
Anna is seeking funds to record, release, and tour her forthcoming debut album, which she describes as a heartfelt collection of songs. The project is positioned as being more than just a musical release; it is intended as a celebration of Cornwall's language (Kernewek) , land, and identity.
Anna emphasizes that Kernewek, is a living language and a vital part of the region's heritage. Through the creation of this album, she intends to help raise the language's visibility by sharing the stories and voices of Cornish people and places through music.
How to Support
By backing the project, supporters are helping to keep Cornish culture vibrant and heard. Rewards for contributors include early downloads, signed albums, vinyl records, and other exclusive items. The musician also notes that simply sharing the campaign will be a significant help to the project's success. You can donate to the project via this link.
Find out more by watching Anna's video:-