With no space to be found in the marquee, people stood five deep in the pouring rain in order to witness the bringing together of two of the most genuinely gifted musicians in their respective fields. Peter Knight, legendary violinist and ex-member of folk-rock band Steeleye Span was paired with leading melodeon player and ex-Bellowhead member, John Spiers, for a special one-off performance which left audiences in awe. On a summer’s day in 2016, the organisers of FolkEast Festival masterminded one of the most intriguing and exciting collaborations on today’s folk scene. I was probably not the only person to leave the venue in awe at having witnessed something very special” Fatea Magazine “There can be no doubting that both performers are amongst the most, if not the most, talented of their peers. Peter Knight (Formerly of Steeleye Span) & John Spiers (Formerly of Bellowhead) Former Steeleye Span & Bellowhead members.
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