Upstairs at The Red Lion (BiGiAM presents): Jana Varga and Izzie Derry

About this event

Jana Varga and Izzie Derry join forces for a UK co-headline tour, bringing together two distinctive voices in an intimate and powerful celebration of storytelling through song. Exploring themes of love, heartbreak, freedom and belonging, this is more than just a show—it’s a meeting of musical minds and a shared journey of collaboration, connection and sisterhood. Together, Izzie and Jana craft a live show that is both intimate and uplifting. Witness the powerful and lush sound, as they harmonise and reimagine each other’s songs in arrangements created especially for this tour. Their individual stories unite in a shared narrative transporting you into their world right from the first note. Slovakian-born Jana Varga is a former classical flautist who left the orchestra path for songwriting. Her sound, shaped by European folk, jazz, and gospel, brings a captivating warmth to the stage. After living across Europe, Jana settled in the UK, where she has released two critically acclaimed albums and built a loyal international following. Her expressive performances have graced prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall, where she performed alongside the legendary Dionne Warwick. A highly sought-after collaborator, Jana records with platinum-selling artist Rumer and fronts the acclaimed Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell. Izzie Derry has quickly established herself as a compelling live performer and songwriter, known for her honest lyricism and captivating presence.