Peter Knights Gigspanner Big Band Live Cd Ft Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin (RARE CD)

A powerful live recording from one of the most exciting folk ensembles in Britain.

Peter Knight (renowned violinist and former Steeleye Span member) leads his Gigspanner Big Band in a captivating live performance that blends masterful musicianship with deep-rooted English folk tradition. Joined by the virtuosic duo Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin, this album delivers rich, dynamic arrangements full of soaring violin, haunting vocals, intricate percussion, and atmospheric soundscapes.

Recorded live, the energy and chemistry of the band shine through on every track — from traditional favourites to original compositions that push the boundaries of contemporary folk.

Tracklist:

1.  The Butterfly

2.  Silbury Hill

3.  Hard Times of Old England

4.  Banks of the Nile

5.  Death and the Lady

6.  Last Broadcast

7.  Sharp Goes Walkabout

8.  The Boy That Wouldn’t Hoe Corn

9.  King of the Fairies

Atmospheric, passionate, and brilliantly played — this is folk music at its most alive and inventive. Perfect for fans of English folk, prog-folk, and world-class acoustic performance.

Genre: Folk / English Folk / Live Folk

In very good condition.