With a backing band featuring Martin Carthy, Neil MacColl and tonight's musical director Kate St John, the Daughters Of Albion set expectations high - to even match the level of talent sat behind them would have been an achievement.

Fortunately, there was more than enough strength and depth in the singing department. From the gravelly tones of former Lamb vocalist Lou Rhodes to the more delicate, high voices of Lisa Knapp and Kathryn Williams, each singer added something unique and accomplished to the mix.

And the songs chosen were equally diverse, from ancient English folk ballads to more modern pieces, like those composed by Kate Bush and PJ Harvey. Highlights included Williams's stunning rendition of The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, Knapp's innovative There U R and any moment that Norma Waterson was on stage. Her voice, like a rich, full-bodied red wine, was a particular joy, and even up to the difficult task of covering a Tom Waits song.

There were some less impressive moments. Bishi's Indian Skin, Albion Voice was as clunky as the title suggests, and June Tabor's matronly presence threatened to spoil the fun, as did her decision to sing the awful A Place Called England. She later redeemed herself with a beautiful version of Lal Waterson's Foolish One.

The amount of talent on stage easily outshone the minor flaws, and with the show held together by Williams's charmingly shambolic turn as compere, the overwhelming feeling was it was a privilege to hear the Daughters sing.