FAIRPORT CONVENTION

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After virtually creating the British folk rock form in the late 1960s, Fairport Convention proceeded to establish itself as an institution in the genre. Formed in 1967 by guitarist Simon Nicol, they are still going strong today. Their music is a fusion of rock, folk and traditionally-influenced songwriting delivered with wit and charm.

Fairport Convention won the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2002 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Their seminal album Liege And Lief was voted 'Best Folk Album Ever' by Radio 2 listeners and in 2006, it was awarded a Gold Disc for its continuing sales.

Fairport Convention is still one of the busiest bands around. The current line-up of Simon Nicol (vocals, guitars), Dave Pegg (backing vocals, bass, mandolin), Ric Sanders (violin), Chris Leslie (vocals, fiddle, bouzouki, mandolin) and Gerry Conway (drums) still packs venues on its frequent tours.

This event is also a fundraiser for music in local schools, the first of a series of gigs planned for this excellent venue, it's going to be very exciting and Fairport have promised something very special in their set to mark the occasion.