Fairport Convention: Acoustic

 

Arts Centre

Old Town, Swindon

Tuesday 28 May 2013

After more than 45 years on the road Fairport Convention, the originators of British folk-rock music, remains one of the most entertaining bands on the live music scene. This year's Spring Tour features all five members of Fairport and presents a more intimate take on the band's repertoire. 

This concert will include old and new - favourite songs and instrumentals from the band's extensive back catalogue will be interspersed with numbers from their most recent albums. Fairport Convention features Simon Nicol on guitar and lead vocals, Dave Pegg on bass and backing vocals, Chris Leslie on fiddle, mandolin, bouzouki and lead vocals, Ric Sanders on violin and Gerry Conway on percussion. 

Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music an evening with Fairport Convention is sure to surprise and delight you.

Ticket Prices: £19, Concession £17.50

Doors: 7.30pm

For more information, please contact the Arts Centre via the link below.