CVFolk reveals the secrets of ace guitarist Kevin Dempsey
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CVFolk is about to reveal some long-kept secrets in the life of one of Coventry's most celebrated musicians.
Guitar virtuoso and songwriter, Kevin Dempsey is the featured artist for the latest 'Up Close and Acoustic' show that the folk promo organisation is staging in the city's Albany Theatre on Friday, 20th February.
The event will provide an insight into the extensive back-story of this Coventry-based and internationally-acclaimed artist. And of course there's the opportunity to enjoy Kevin's beautifully-crafted songs and guitar technique, not only as a solo performer but also with the help of one or two surprise guest musicians.
Described as CVFolk's answer to Graham Norton, Bill Bates will be hosting the occasion and questioning Kevin on his illustrious career.
Founder member of 60s progressive folk legends, Dando Shaft and later appearing with the redoubtable folk-rock supergroup Whippersnapper with three fiddle maestros, Dave Swarbrick, Martin Jenkins and Chris Leslie, Kevin's career also includes: tours with Polly Bolton, Pentangle's Jacqui McShee, and celebrated Irish singer Mary Black; appearances with Los Bohemios de Santa Paula when he lived in California; performances across the US and Europe as well as visits to India and Nigeria; recordings with Julie Felix, Radhika Balakrishnan, and Kalinka Valcheva; and collaborations with leading folk fiddlers Tom Leary, Rosie Carson, and Joe Broughton.
The idea behind ‘Up Close & Acoustic' is to create a more informative and interactive experience of locally based folk music by revealing the events and encounters that have inspired and motivated the musician. The format is proving popular for audience and performers alike in the intimate setting of the Albany Theatre's Courtyard Studio.
Leamington musician and podcaster, Bill is very much looking forward to his 'interrogation' of Kevin - 'Any man who has worked alongside such iconic musicians is bound to have some brilliant tales to tell. He's seen by many as one of the best guitarists in the world and to top it all, he's also one of the nicest guys on the planet!'
The show begins 7.30pm and tickets are £14.50 or £10.50 concessions (including students and pensioners). You can book online (https://www.albanytheatre.co.uk/) or call the Box Office on 02476 998964. The event is expected to run until approximately 10pm.
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