Scottish Folk Invasion at Discover Portsmouth: Alan Reid and Rob van Sante in Concert

AT A GLANCE
New Performance: Scottish Folk Invasion at Discover Portsmouth: Alan Reid and Rob van Sante in Concert
Concert: Friday, October 19, 2012 6:30PM
Where: Discover Portsmouth, 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH
Admission: $15 Advance/ $18 Door,  Children under 12 Free
Web site: PortsmouthHistory.org or call 603-436-8433


Portsmouth, New Hampshire - The Portsmouth Historical Society announces the kickoff of Alan Reid and Rob van Sante’s US tour at Discover Portsmouth on Friday, October 19th at 6:30PM. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear these legends of Scottish folk music in the historic surroundings of the Academy Gallery with the release of their latest album inspired by the life of our Revolutionary Naval hero and fellow Scotsman, John Paul Jones.

Alan & Rob present an evening of old and new music, featuring Alan's compositions, Battlefield Band favorites and contributions from Rob. The show combines open tuned lead and accompaniment guitar work from Rob, Alan's keyboard, guitar and accordion and fine harmony singing from both. 2012 has seen the release of the duo's album on the life of Scots born mariner John Paul Jones, a long term project for which Alan composed the music.

Alan Reid was an ever-present member of celebrated Scottish folk group Battlefield Band from its inception in 1969 until late 2010.  Alan was nominated in the Scots Tradition Awards of 2009 in the ‘Composer of the Year’ category. Rob van Sante, born in Holland, has lived most of his life in the north of England and has long been involved in the U.K. folk scene. Rob is noted for his subtle guitar accompaniment and fine harmony singing.  Alan and Rob have toured The US, France, Holland, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Australia (including the prestigious National Music Festival in Canberra).

Bring your concert ticket to the John Paul Jones house and receive two dollars off admission that weekend!

REVIEWS
'The Adventures of John Paul Jones' CD.
'a musical tour de force. In truth there's not a bad track on the album'   Living Tradition

'sets the complex, international curve of his life in folksy lyrics…..an engrossing tale' Scotland on Sunday

John Paul Jones musical drama (featuring actress Janis Marshall Reilly and musicians Colin Train and
Laurie Crump) is a unique show which reveals the Jones story through drama and the music on the album.

'…a tale that captivates from the first word and note. I’ve rarely known an hour and a half pass so
quickly…' Moira McCrossan – Living Tradition

'…the duo's 3rd. release….shows off their excellent and inventive musicianship and especially Reid's
exceptional songwriting'  Rock 'n Reel

For more information please contact:

Discover Portsmouth
(603) 436-8433
PortsmouthHistory.org