Shrewsbury date for Peter Knight and John Spiers
Shrewsbury's Theatre Severn is about to enjoy the charms of two talented musicians who first started jamming together one fateful day nearly three years ago.
On a summer's day in 2016, the organisers of FolkEast Festival in Woodbridge, near Ipswich in Suffolk, masterminded one of the most "intriguing and exciting collaborations on today's folk scene".
Peter Knight, 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.
A spokesperson said: "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.
"With a standing ovation and roars for more, and much to the delight of folk fans everywhere, Knight and Spiers decided not to leave things there. The pairing of violin and melodeon is not a new 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 that should inspire future generations of musicians to engage with Britain’s folk dancing heritage, and the beautiful, mysterious tunes that can be found within that heritage."
Their acclaimed musicianship will arrive at the Frankwell Quay venue on March 19.
The show starts at 7.30pm and tickets, costing £16.50 - with 10 per cent off for theatre Friends - are available here.
