Alan Reid & Rob Van Sante (Special Event)

We were supposed to have this duo last Spring, but, alas, Rob Van Sante was called away by the death of his mum. So we've rescheduled the pair for this Fall!

Alan Reid was born in Glasgow and for more than forty years was a mainstay of the celebrated Scottish folk group Battlefield Band. He helped cement the group's international reputation with his songwriting and powerful renditions of traditional song, particularly those that are strong in melody and historical content. He has been nominated for the Scots Traditions Awards in "Composer of the Year" category and contributed several pieces to the Linn Records' 12 CD collection of the entire Robert Burns song catalogue.

Rob Van Sante was born in Holland, but has lived most of his life in the north of England, where he has become a well-known figure in the English folk scene, playing with a host of folk luminaries and recording many of them in his studio in his home town of Leeds.

Alan and Rob joined forces in 2000 while still working with Battlefield Band. They both left the band in 2010, and since then have regularly toured the UK, North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. They have recorded four critically acclaimed albums, the latest of which is entitled "Rough Diamonds."

For more about Alan and Rob, and a sample of their music, visit their website at: www.reidvansante.com

 

Join Alan and Rob at Janie Meneely's home in Takoma Park. It's a Bloody Sunday concert: a brunch with appropriate Bloody Mary cocktails (at least for the adults). Suggested donation: $15 (more if you wish; all proceeds to the performers). Doors open at 11:00 am, with music at 11:30 am. Reservations requested: E-mail Janie Meneely or call 443-786-0463.