Described by author Terry Pratchett as being able ” to spin the world on his bow”, virtuoso violinist Peter Knight brings his trio Gigspanner to the Bridport Centre, on Friday the 18th of May as part of a UK Tour.
Every so often, a group of musicians come together who tap into a rich seam of creativity, which in turn rewards its listeners with something unique and uplifting. The response from audiences, venues, promoters and the music press alike, all bear witness to the fact that Peter Knight’s Gigspanner falls into that category.
Peter Knight’s Gigspanner has been hailed by Songlines magazine as “another milestone in folk’s rebirth of cool moment”, but those in the know will tell you that there is far more to Gigspanner than meets the eye.
A Bedrock of British traditional music is to be expected from Steeleye Span’s legendary fiddle player, but Gigspanner’s musical reach probes into Eastern European, French, African and even Aboriginal influences. It is no surprise that author Terry Pratchett wrote that “Peter Knight can spin the world on his Bow”. It is music played with a potency and love that leaves audiences spellbound.
Peter is joined by Roger Flack on Guitar, and Vincent Salzfaas on Congas and Djembe, both intelligent and powerful musicians in their own right. Together they promise “a blistering pace of a flamboyant musical world tour” (Lancashire Evening Post).
Gigspanner’s Debut Album ‘Lipreading the Poet’ was named as one of the best 15 Global Albums of 2009. But leave any pre-conceived ideas at the door, and ditch the pigeonholes. If you have a taste for “music of intelligently crafted brilliance” (Songlines magazine) there is something here to nurture your soul.
“I’ve been to quite a lot of concerts since the 60’s and I must say the gig was up there with the best! Quite blown away and really looking forward to seeing them again” Michael Farrow, Promoter
“WOMAD quality….fantastic gig” John Pasco, Festival Organiser
“Altogether gorgeous…music to sustain the spirit” Dai Jeffries, Rock ‘n Reel Magazine
“The Trio co-create a depth of multi-textured melody that belies the pared-down instrumental line-up. Exceptional stuff, and not to be missed” Noel Harvey, Acoustic Magazine
Music samples can be heard at:
www.reverbnation.com/peterknightsgigspanner
