Devoran Acoustic Sessions presents Knight & Spiers

Devoran Acoustic Sessions presents Knight & Spiers

Both Peter Knight and John Spiers have made long lasting and significant contributions to the English folk scene via their work with Steeleye Span and Bellowhead respectively, and each in their own way has changed the perception of what traditional music can be, introducing it to much wider audiences.  As member of the Gigspanner Big Band, they have expanded those boundaries ever further.

‘Folk A-Listers’, ‘Folk Royalty’, ‘Folk Icons’, are terms frequently applied to them, but what it means in reality is that they bring the best of traditional music to any stage they play.

The exquisite explorations of the liminal space that exists between traditional and classical music is what makes the music of Peter Knight and John Spiers so compelling and beguiling, ultimately rendering genres irrelevant.

In the words of Tradfolk: As a duo, they have developed into thrilling exponents of traditional tunes and songs, repurposing the material as jumping-off points into the most enchanting exploration.

It’s largely through touring as a duo that they’ve been able to cultivate what has become an extraordinary partnership, giving them the confidence to record their latest studio album, Both in a Tune, chosen as on of the ’10 Best New Albums from Around the World’ by the influential music journal, SONGLINES.

The pairing of violin and melodeon is a classic one, but in the hands of Knight and Spiers, improvisation and invention meet the listener at every turn.  Together they have created a musical document that resonates with history, but also something to inspire future generations of musicians to engage with Britain’s folk music heritage.

Tickets  

Standard £18.50

To book – Please book via the link below or – in person at the Visitor information Centre, Boscawen Street, Truro or call 01872 274555.

7.30pm (doors 7.00pm)

Venue Info – Please Read

• Entrance has a ramp.
• Venue is level without steps.
• Toilets are in the foyer including an accessible toilet.
• There is one dedicated disabled parking bay. Please contact devoranvh@live.co.uk, in advance, if you need to use it.
• Parking is limited at the village hall. If parking in the village, please consider emergency vehicle access and local residents.
• Please car share, cycle (cycle racks provided) or use public transport if possible. The U1 bus service between Truro and Falmouth stops in the bus slip approximately 7 mins walk from the Hall.  Please double park in car park where possible.
• Some windows will be open for ventilation. Please bring an extra layer.
• Please practice good respiratory and hand hygiene while in the Hall.
• You are welcome to bring your own cushion for extra comfort.
• Please do not leave empty seats in the rows.
• Licenced bar available, selling wine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee.

Tickets are not refundable.