GEOFF HIGGINBOTTOM is a man with a big personality and a voice to match. His infectious sense of fun brings out the best in an audience and soon has the room singing along. Geoff is a great singer with a diverse repertoire of engaging songs. He has also been a long-time friend of the festival, first performing at SIVFF in 1989.
JEZ LOWE is one of the finest folk song-writers and performers in the world and is a recognised musical ambassador for his native North East England. He has released more than a dozen albums and has performed live around the world at some of the most prestigious venues and festivals including Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Hong Kong, Ireland, Holland, Germany and Spain. His songs have been covered by countless other performers and in 2007 Jez was nominated for “Folksinger of the Year” in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Jez has been a long-time friend of WHFF & SIVFF first performing at Stanford in the Vale in 1990.
BILL McKINNON has 30 years experience and enjoyment of traditional music, playing semi-pro for many years before "taking the plunge" professionally some years ago. Bill plays 5-string banjo, tenor banjo, guitar, mandolin and melodeon (& probably too many other instruments to mention!). Bill is also a great session leader, inspiring all with his energy and enthusiasm.
THE MORNING AFTER - John Morris, Denise & Peter Smith started singing together for fun and it proved so much fun they just kept doing it! Three big voices, unusual and adventurous harmonies and plenty of Ooomph.
Photo: Kathryn Potts
